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Food code section 44

Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

The 25th most-cited section of Chicago's food code over the last year.

Times cited4851.0% of all citations
Inspections476carried this citation
Ended in a fail34%161 of 476
Rank#25of 58 sections in use

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Counted over Oct 14, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. Inspection volume moves with the city's own scheduling, so a rise here is not necessarily a decline in standards.

Section numbers moved in 2018. Chicago renumbered its food code that July, so the same section number means something different in older inspections. Everything on this page is drawn from the last year only.

Recently cited

  1. Guerreros Pizza INC2024 S California Ave · Restaurant
    6 days agoFail
    1. 36

      Thermometers provided & accurate

      Observed probe stem thermometer for taking food temperatures not turning on at the time of the inspection. Must repair or replace and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-005, citation issued

    2. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      Observed 1 live roach, 8 small flies, and 2 big flies on site at the time of the inspection. The live roach were observed in the basement area where the chest freezer is stored, the small flies in the basement area and toilet room, the big flies flying around the facility. Instructed to eliminate live roach, small and big fly activity, clean and sanitize affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a), citation issued

    3. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      Observed dead roaches on the floor throughout the basement area. Instructed remove dead roaches, clean and sanitize all affected areas and maintain.

    4. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      Observed a cutting board stored on the floor along the side of the two-door refrigerator in the main prep area. Instructed to properly store and maintain.

    5. 47

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

      Observed the left door on the prep cooler across from the flat-top grill not able to close and remain closed. Instructed to repair and maintain

    6. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Observed roach feces on the wall in the crevices of the light switch above the handwashing sink in the main food prep area. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain area.

  2. Reggio's Pizza Express II4434 S Cottage Grove Ave · Restaurant
    7 days agoFail
    1. 16

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

      Observed mold-like black substance on interior of ice machine in rear prep area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain. (ice not used for human consumption)

    2. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      Observed approximately 50 mouse droppings scattered in the rear dry storage area under shelving and along wall in dish area under shelving and inside containers. Instructed person in charge to remove all mouse droppings, clean and sanitize area and inform pest control service of activity. Priority foundation #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

    3. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      Observed no current pest control logbook on premises. Instructed person in charge up to date log book with pest control company license as well as detailed service reports are required on site at all times. Priority foundation #7-38-020(c). Citation issued.

    4. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      Observed dishes stored in rear dish area not inverted. Instructed person in charge that all dishes not in use must be stored inverted for the prevention of contamination.

    5. 47

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

      Observed table attached can opener with build up of grime and debris. Instructed person in charge to detail clean and maintain.

    6. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      Observed build up of grime on cold hold units interiors and gaskets. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

    7. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      Observed build up of excessive grease and food debris on interior of fryer cabinets. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

    8. 51

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

      Observed damaged faucet on 1-compartment sink. Observed loose knob on hand sink in rear dish area. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.

    9. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Observed build up of grime along walls in rear storage rear and rear dish area. Observed excessive build up of grime in floor drain located at three compartment sink. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

    10. 56

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

      Observed missing oil drip container on left side of ventilation system. Instructed person in charge to replace and maintain.

  3. Mano Modern Cafe851 N Ashland Ave · Restaurant
    9 days agoFail
    1. 1

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

      No person in charge on site during inspection. Must have a person in charge on site at all times. Priority foundation violation. Person in charge arrived on site approximately 11:10 am.

    2. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      No certified food manager on site while tcs foods were being prepared and served(eggrolls, ham). Instructed that a city of Chicago certified food service sanitation manager must be on site during operating hours while tcs foods are prepared/handled, served and stored priority foundation violation. 7-38-012. Citation issued. Cfm arrived on site approximately 11:10 am.

    3. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      No soap available at hand washing sink located at coffee prep. Must provide soap at hand washing sink at all times for employees to wash hands. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c). Citation issued. Employee replenished soap during inspection.

    4. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      Observed wet mop stored on floor in kitchen prep area. Must store inverted in mop sink area.

    5. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      Observed extremely heavy grease spills on exterior of equipment and inside of cooking fryer in kitchen. Must detail clean and maintain.

    6. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Observed clutter in the basement with boxes and unnecessary items stored on the floor. Must remove unnecessary items from premise.

    7. 56

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

      Observed heavy grease and dust build up on ventilation filters at ventilation hood. Must clean and maintain.

    8. 57

      All food employees have food handler training

      Observed no food handler training certificates on site. Must provide at all times.

    9. 58

      Allergen training as required

      Observed no allergen training certificates on site. Must provide allergen training certificates for all certified food managers on site at all times.

    10. 60

      Previous core violation corrected

      Previous core violation not corrected from 3-30-2026, report #2633231. #55--observed grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on walls in prep area and floors under cooking equipment at the grill/fryer area, in the kitchen/prep area and dish washing areas. Instructed to clean all mentioned areas. Priority foundation violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.

  4. Chavez Multicultural4747 S Marshfield(1634w) · School
    13 days agoPass
    1. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      Weak hot water pressure at front service line hand wash sink, instructed to provide under city pressure.

    2. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      Disposable forks and spoons stored facing upward, instructed to store with the moth piece down to prevent contamination

  5. Kim Long Restaurant5114 W Fullerton Ave · Restaurant
    14 days agoPass
    1. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      4-903.11 (a;b;d) observed plates not inverted. Instructed to invert plates after sanitizing and air drying.

    2. 51

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

      5-205.15 observed drainpipe leaking under three-comparment sink in prep area. Instructed to repair leaking drainpipe.

  6. Farmer's Fridge5555 S Archer Ave · Vending Commissary
    15 days agoConditional
    1. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Observed no valid city of Chicago sanitation certificate on site. Instructed person in charge that valid original certificate as well as certified manager must be on site at all times tcs foods are being prepared and served. Priority foundation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

    2. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      Handwash sink not accessible in prep room "x". Observed bottom pipe detached causing water to leak directly on floor. (handsink repaired and connected at time of inspection). Priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

    3. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      Observed cleaned dishes in clean room not inverted. Instructed person in charge to invert all dishes once washed and while stored to prevent potential contamination.

    4. 51

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

      Observed leak at handsink in dish room. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.

    5. 53

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

      Observed no covered receptacle in unisex restroom in hall near conference room. Instructed person in charge to provide covered receptacle and maintain.

    6. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Observed walls in conference room and restroom in hall near conference room not coved/enclosed. Instructed person in charge to install baseboards for the prevention of pest harborage.

    7. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Observed damage to wall outside women's locker room causing surface to be cracked. Instructed person in charge to repair surface to be smooth and easily cleanable.

  7. Little Caesar3924 S Archer Ave · Restaurant
    15 days agoFail
    1. 1

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

      Observed no city of Chicago certified foodservice manager on premises. Instructed city of Chicago certified foodservice manager must be on premises at all times. Priority foundation violation

    2. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Observed no city of Chicago certified foodservice manager on premises. Instructed city of Chicago certified foodservice manager must be on premises at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012 citation issued

    3. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      Observed no handwashing signage posted at front prep and washroom handwashing sinks. Instructed to post clearly visible signage that notifies food employees to wash their hands at all handwashing sinks used by food employees.

    4. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      Observed ant activity in facility. Observed approximately 20 ants crawling on floor near rear exit and equipment. Instructed to eliminate ant activity in facility and clean affected areas. Recommended pest control service facility on or after 9/29/2026. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

    5. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      Observed no pest control log book on premises, containing record of visits, contract with licensed exterminator and copy of service ticket that sets forth the pest control company's Illinois department of health license number. Instructed to provide and maintain on premises pest control log book from licensed pest control company. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(c) citation issued

    6. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      Observed aprons stored on hook outside of hot holding unit to the left of handwashing sink. Instructed to relocate aprons to prevent contamination from splashes from handwashing sink.

    7. 51

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

      Observed leaking faucet at one compartment sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

    8. 54

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

      Observed debris on ground in enclosure for dumpsters. Instructed to remove debris from ground in enclosure for dumpsters, instructed an enclosure for refuse shall be maintained clean.

    9. 57

      All food employees have food handler training

      At time of inspection facility provided no proof of food handler training for food handlers. Instructed to provide food handler certificates for all food handlers.

  8. Hacienda Memos Restaurant, INC.6822 W North Ave · Restaurant
    15 days agoPass
    1. 36

      Thermometers provided & accurate

      Observed no thermometer inside the small salsa refrigeration unit to monitor the ambient temperature of equipment.instructed to equip all refrigeration units with accurate and working thermometers and maintain.

    2. 37

      Food properly labeled; original container

      Observed bulk containers in rear without a label. Instructed to provide the common name on all bulk containers to properly identify item (salt, sugar, flour etc).

    3. 41

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

      All prep area wiping cloths must be held in a container with a sanitizing solution between use.

    4. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      Instructed to properly store and invert clean pots/pans stored kitchen racks to prevent contamination before use and maintain.

    5. 47

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

      Instructed to transfer food products from an open original can container into food grade container for proper food storage and maintain.

    6. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      Instructed to detail clean the top of the large kitchen oven, sides of hot cooking, food storage containers, storage racks inside the walk-in-cooler and exterior of the dishwashing machine, steam table, and deep fryer and maintain.

  9. Shinya Ramen House3240 S Halsted St · Restaurant
    20 days agoPass
    1. 39

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

      3-307.11: observed deep fryers with grease not covered while not in use. Instructed to cover and maintain to prevent possible contamination.

    2. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      4-903.11 (a;b;d): observed forks and spoons not inverted during storage in the rear dishwashing area. Instructed to invert and maintain.

    3. 53

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

      5-501.17: trash receptacles in the women's toilet room does not have covers/lids. Instructed to provide trash receptacle with a lid/cover and maintain.

    4. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      6-501.114: observed cardboard boxes on the shelf under the food prep tables in the rear. Instructed to remove and maintain.

  10. Copper Club70 W Madison St · Restaurant
    20 days agoFail
    1. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      5-202.12 (a) : still observed hot running water temperature at hand sink in women's toilet room reaching at 93.4f and then drop in temperature to 77.0f.must have hot running water at 100.0f.must repair and maintain.(priority 7-38-030(c)(citation issued)

    2. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      6-301.14 : must provide hand washing sign at bar hand sinks.

    3. 25

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

      3-603.11 : observed no consumer advisory reminder asterisking the food items that can be cooked to order if consuming raw or under cooked on menu.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-005)

    4. 36

      Thermometers provided & accurate

      4-204.112(b) : observed right side salad prep cooler missing an internal thermometer must provide and maintain.

    5. 37

      Food properly labeled; original container

      3-302.12 : must label food storage containers when food is not in original package with common name (squeeze bottles,shakers,bulk).

    6. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      6-501.111 : observed evidence of appx. 10 or more live roaches crawling on floor and excessive amount of food debris build up under unused equipment and wheel bases and cords in rear unused prep area,in crevice at front bar counter.several dead roaches on floor under rear 3- compartment sink,soda caddy storage area,bar area.also,appx. 40 or more live small flies on glass bristle brushes,on upper walls, ceilings and shelving units in bar area,rear dish washing /prep areas.must remove dead roaches,clean and sanitize areas.recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 9/22/26.(priority foundation 7-38-020(a)(citation issued)

    7. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      6-501.111 : observed no pest control log book with receipts of service.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-020(c)(citation issued)

    8. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      6-202.15 : observed a gap along bottom of rear door must make tight fitting to prevent insect entry.

    9. 41

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

      3-304.14 : must replace soiled towels and store in a sanitizing solution when not in use in bar and prep areas.

    10. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      4-903.11 (a;b;d) : must invert multi-use utensils on dish storage shelves and rolling carts.

    11. 47

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

      4-501.12 : must repair or replace some worn,pitted and deep grooves on cutting boards.

    12. 47

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

      4-501.11 : must repair or replace worn door gasket on 1- door prep cooler in bar area.must remove foil lined on lower shelf of prep table to be smooth and easily cleanable.

    13. +10 more
  11. Monarch Catering Company955 W Grand Ave · Private School
    22 days agoPass
    1. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      Observed scoop stored on prep table shelf near bulk containers of working ingredients (sugar). Instructed to store inside or in a clean container to prevent possible contamination.

    2. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Observed dried organic matter inside floor drain, pipes surrounding drain as well as baseboards behind 3 compartment sink.instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain to prevent feeding source for pest.

  12. Kermess32 W Randolph St · Restaurant
    23 days agoConditional
    1. 3

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

      2-102.14(o) : observed no signed employees health policies must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-010)

    2. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      4-903.11 (a;b;d) : must invert multi-use utensils on dish storage shelves.

    3. 47

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

      501.11 : must repair or replace missing handle on drawer cooler in bar area,broken door gaskets along bottom of walk in cooler & freezer.must remove rust from walk in cooler shelving units to be in good repair.

    4. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      : 4-601.11(b) : must clean debris build up from fryer cabinets, grill tables, wheel bases,walk in cooler (food & beer) -fan guard covers and shelving units,bar- drawer coolers.

    5. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      6-501.114 : must elevate articles off of floor and away from walls in liquor storage area and mopsink closet in men's toilet room.

    6. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      6-501.13: must clean grease, food debris and broken glass from floor under,around and along wall bases throughout premises ,bar and walk in coolers including floor drains.

    7. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      : 6-201.16 : must scrape chipping paint on walls to be smooth and easily cleanable in rear bar area.

    8. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      6-201.13 : must grout floor under and around cooking equipment.must repair or replace missing wall base in storage area (linens,etc)

  13. Mariano's Fresh Market #8503333 E Benton Pl · Grocery Store
    23 days agoFail
    1. 36

      Thermometers provided & accurate

      4-204.112(b) : must provide thermometers for deli meal & salad case and hot holding cabinet in hot food prep area.

    2. 39

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

      3-305.11 : must elevate boxed and plastic food storage containers from floor in bakery & main walk in cooler & freezers.

    3. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      4-903.11 (a;b;d) : must invert multi-use utensils on dish storage shelves in hot food prep area,salad & fruit prep.

    4. 47

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

      4-501.11 : must repair or replace damaged doors on meat display coolers at front service counter and remove tape from same to be smooth and easily cleanable,worn door gaskets on stan's donuts 2- door prep cooler.

    5. 59

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

      8-404.13(b:4) : previous priority foundation violations from report #2642683 9/14/26 not corrected-#37-: 3-302.12 : must label food storage containers when not in original package with common names (squeeze bottles,shakers,etc) in all prep areas.#47-4-101.19 : must eliminate crates used for food storage in walk in coolers, freezers,storage areas and prep areas throughout premises and provide adequate shelving units.must remove rust from all storage shelves in all walk in coolers to be smooth and easily cleanable.#47-4-501.12 : must repair or replace worn cutting boards with deep grooves in stans donuts.#49-4-601.11(b) : must clean food debris build up from all equipment,coolers,prep tables, rolling carts,grill tables, storage cabinets in all prep areas,walk in cooler shelving units and fanguard covers,ice machine panel in coffee prep area.#55- 6-201.13 : must repair or replace damaged epoxy flooring in hot food rear prep area,damaged wall in chicken prep area.: #55-6-501.13 : must clean grease and food debris build up from floor under,around,along wall bases throughout premises,walk in coolers and freezers and floor drains.#55-6-201.11 : must clean dirt,dust and food splatter from walls in all prep/dish washing areas, walk in coolers and freezers.(priority 7-42-090)(citation issued)

  14. La Fuente Restaurante #22946-2950 W 59th St · Restaurant
    23 days agoPass
    1. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      Observed plates and platters stored in kitchen area not inverted. Instructed person in charge to invert all plates and platters and maintain.

    2. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      Observed build up of food debris in gaskets of cold hold units and on interior of freezer unit and cold hold units. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

    3. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Observed build up of grime and food debris on floors of kitchen area and in corners. Instructed person in charge to detail clean and maintain.

  15. John Marshall High School3250 W Adams (200s) · School
    23 days agoConditional
    1. 16

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

      Observed sanitizer strength at 3 compartment sink @100ppm during time of inspection. Instructed to provide sanitizer strength between 200-400ppm. Must maintain. Priority violation. #7-38-025. No citation issued

    2. 23

      Proper date marking and disposition

      Observed 4 lbs tomato sauce, 3.5 lbs refried beans , and 1 lbs roasted red peppers with discard date labels 9/18/26 stored inside walk in cooler during time of inspection. Instructed to store tcs foods in cooling units formaximum 7 days as required. Pic vuluntarily discarded at this time. Priority violation. #7-38-005. No citation issued

    3. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      Observed dries kitchenware stored on shelving racks in dishwashing area as well checkered food containers stored upright inside of cabinets in serving area. Instructed to invert to prevent possible contamination.

    4. 47

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

      Observed large wooden board on wall in rear dishwashing area used for hanging kitchenware and utensils water damaged and porous. Instructed to remove and replace with properly sealed surface thats smooth and easily cleanable.

    5. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      Observed interior surfaces of unused cooling units throughout prep area in need of cleaing. Instructed to wash, rinse and sanitize surfaces in order to prevebt pest harborage

    6. 56

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

      Observed inadequate lighting throughout prep/dishwashing area located in rear of kithen area. Instructed to provide and maintain

  16. Rangoli2421 W North Ave · Restaurant
    23 days agoConditional
    1. 22

      Proper cold holding temperatures

      Observed improper cold holding temperatures of tcs foods inside of the walk-in cooler. Observed cooked chicken from previous night internal temperatures ranging from 44.6f-45.5f. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 15# of food worth $400.00. Instructed manager, tcs foods must maintain cold holding temperature of 41.0f or colder and hot holding temperature of above 135f at all times.priority violation 7-38-005, citation issued.

    2. 29

      Compliance with variance/specialized process/HACCP

      Observed facility making yogurt on site without cdph review and approved HACCP plan.instructed management to have an approved HACCP plan for special process.management voluntarily discarded approximately 15 gallons of yogurt worth $200.00.priority foundation violation 7-38-005, citation issued.

    3. 32

      Variance obtained for specialized processing methods

      Observed no cdph approved HACCP plan on the premises for special process yogurt making on site. Instructed management to provide an approved HACCP plan before making said special process.priority foundation violation 7-38-005.see violation #29 for citation.

    4. 37

      Food properly labeled; original container

      Observed bulk containers in the kitchen prep area without a label.instructed to provide the common name on all bulk containers to properly identify item. (salt, sugar, flour etc).

    5. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      Instructed to properly store and invert multi-use kitchen metal containers to prevent contamination before use and maintain.

    6. 47

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

      Observed chipped paint and rust on the wire storage racks in the walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to remove chipped paint and rust and repaint or replace the shelves and maintain.

    7. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      Instructed manager to detail clean the interior of the microwaves and prep coolers and the grease buildup inside of the deep fryer and maintain.

    8. 51

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

      Observed water leaks in the following areas:at far right drainpipe underneath the 3-compartment sink and drainpipe underneath the hand sink inside the mens washroom.instructed to repair plumbing leaks and maintain.

    9. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Instructed to replace waterstained ceiling tiles inside the mens washroom and maintain.

  17. Southside Occupational Academy.7342 S Hoyne (2100w) · School
    26 days agoConditional
    1. 40

      Personal cleanliness

      Food handler with long fingernails, instructed to trim. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010.

    2. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      Using cloth towels to place wet clean utensils after washing at 3-comp sink, instructed not to use cloth towels in drying process.

    3. 48

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

      No irreversible registering temperature indicator is provided for measuring the utensil surface temperature for high temp dish washing machine, instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.

  18. Kermess32 W Randolph St · Restaurant
    27 days agoFail
    1. 3

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

      2-102.14(o) : observed no signed employees health policies must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-010)

    2. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      5-202.12 (a) inspector comments: observed hot running water temperatures at hand sinks in unisex toilet room-93.4f.must have hot running water at 100.0f.must repair and maintain.(priority 7-38-030(c)

    3. 16

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

      Dish machine is now a low temperature dish machine sanitizing at 0.0 ppm's must repair and maintain.(priority 7-38-025)

    4. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      4-903.11 (a;b;d) : must invert multi-use utensils on dish storage shelves.

    5. 47

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

      501.11 : must repair or replace missing handle on drawer cooler in bar area,broken door gaskets along bottom of walk in cooler & freezer.must remove rust from walk in cooler shelving units to be in good repair.

    6. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      4-601.11(b) : must clean debris build up from fryer cabinets, grill tables, wheel bases,walk in cooler (food & beer) -fan guard covers and shelving units,bar- drawer coolers.

    7. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      6-201.13 : must grout floor under and around cooking equipment.must repair or replace missing wall base in storage area (linens,etc)

    8. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      6-201.16 : must scrape chipping paint on walls to be smooth and easily cleanable in rear bar area.

    9. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      6-501.13: must clean grease, food debris and broken glass from floor under,around and along wall bases throughout premises ,bar and walk in coolers including floor drains.

    10. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      6-501.114 : must elevate articles off of floor and away from walls in liquor storage area and mopsink closet in men's toilet room.

  19. Taqueria Los Molcajetes INC5344 W Fullerton Ave · Restaurant
    27 days agoPass
    1. 37

      Food properly labeled; original container

      Observed food stored in containers in all the coolers, walk in cooler and dry storage without proper labeling of name. Instructed to person in charge to provide a label reflecting the food item's name when food has been remove from its original packaging.

    2. 40

      Personal cleanliness

      Observed food handlers prepping food without hair restraints. Instructed person in charge that all food handlers must wear a hair restraint.

    3. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      Observed plates, pots, and pans throughout premises not inverted. Instructed to invert plates, bowls, pots, and pans after sanitizing and air drying.

    4. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      Observed the interior of the reach in coolers and freezers in need of cleaning. Instructed to detail clean.

    5. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Observed mop in a position that does not allow to dry properly and prevent pest harborage. Must store mop after use in a mounted position that allows for air-drying without soiling and pest harboraging.

    6. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Observed grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on floor under cooking equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, dish washing, storage and basement areas. Instructed manager to clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in all areas. Observed dust buildup on fan in walk-in cooler, light shields in cooking area and ceiling and wall vents in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain all fans, light shields and ceiling/wall vents.

  20. Horizon Science Academy Southwest Chicago5401 S Western Ave · School
    28 days agoPass
    1. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      Placing wet utensils on a cloth towels at 3-comp sink drain board, instructed not to use cloth in drying process.

    2. 52

      Sewage & waste water properly disposed

      Disposing mop bucket waste water in kitchen's floor drain. Instructed to dispose in designated mop sink only.

  21. Randolph Tavern188 W Randolph St · Restaurant
    0 months agoConditional
    1. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Observed no certified food managers certificate posted to view while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (brisket,pork,beans,rice,etc)must provide certificate and be on site at all times.(priority foundation 7-38-012)(citation issued)

    2. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      4-903.11 (a;b;d) : must invert multi-use utensils on storage shelves in prep and dining areas.

    3. 47

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

      4-501.11 : must repair or replace worn door gaskets on 2- door prep cooler across from grill cooler on prep line.

    4. 50

      Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

      Observed no hot running water under city pressure throughout premises during this inspection at 3- compartment sink (63.1f),hand sink in prep area(63.3f),toilet room(65.5f).must provide hot running water at 110.0f at 30 compartment sink and 100.0f at all hand sinks during the course of a working day. Must provide and maintain.hot running water has been restored during inspection.(cos)(priority 7-38-030(c)(citation issued)

    5. 51

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

      5-205.15 : must repair or replace leaky pipes at dish washing hand sink and 3- compartment sink.

    6. 56

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

      6-202.11 : must repair or replace cracked light shield in dish washing area.

  22. Cairo Kebab730 W Maxwell St · Restaurant
    1 month agoPass
    1. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      4-903.11 multi use equipment (container of skewers, storage containers, and trays) improperly stored on floor next to stove and underneath handwash sink and 3-compartment sink. Instd to elevate 6 inches off floor and maintain

    2. 47

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

      4-101.19: raw wood storage shelves in front prep area. Instd to seal all raw wood so as surface to be smooth, even, and easily cleanable

    3. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      6-501.113: maintenance tools improperly stored on shelves with food related items and multi use utensils in food prep area. Instd to store in designated area and maintain

  23. Joy Yee Noodle1335 S Halsted St · Restaurant
    1 month agoPass
    1. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      4-903.11 (a;b;d): multi use utensils not inverted during storage. Instd to invert (handle up) during storage and maintain

    2. 56

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

      6-501.14 ventilation hood and filters with excessive grease accumulation. Instd to clean and maintain same

  24. Randolph Tavern188 W Randolph St · Restaurant
    1 month agoFail
    1. 1

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

      2-101.11 : pic doesn't have a certified food managers certificate must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)

    2. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Observed no certified food manager on duty nor certificate posted to view while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (brisket,pork,beans,rice,etc)must provide certificate and be on site at all times.(priority foundation 7-38-012)(citation issued)

    3. 40

      Personal cleanliness

      2-304.11 : must remove personal belongings from lower shelves and on floor underneath chemical storage shelves.

    4. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      4-903.11 (a;b;d) : must invert multi-use utensils on storage shelves in prep and dining areas.

    5. 47

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

      4-501.11 : must repair or replace worn door gaskets on 2- door prep cooler across from grill cooler on prep line.

    6. 51

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

      5-205.15 : must repair or replace leaky pipes at dish washing hand sink and 3- compartment sink.

    7. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      6-201.13 : must repair or replace damaged epoxy flooring under 3- compartment sink in dish washing area and broken concrete floor in prep areas to be good repair.

    8. 56

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

      6-202.11 : must repair or replace cracked light shield in dish washing area.

    9. 59

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

      Previous priority foundation violations from report #2642077 9/1/26 not corrected-#60-8-404.13(b:4) -#10-6-301.14 : must provide a hand washing sign at hand sinks in bar area.#37-3-302.12 : must label food storage containers when food is not in original package with common name(squeeze bottles, shakers,bulk & small containers).#39-3-305.11 : must elevate boxes of cooking oil from floor in rear prep area to prevent cross contamination.#39- 3-307.11 : must provide a splash guard at hand sinks in bar area next to stored glasses and ice bins to prevent contamination.#47- 4-101.19 : must eliminate crates used for food storage in walk in cooler .must remove rust from lower shelf of prep table in rear prep area , in walk in cooler and dish racks.#47-4-501.11 : must repair or replace worn door gaskets on grill prep cooler.#49- 4-601.11(b) : must clean grease and food debris build up from meat slicer,fryer cabinets,hand sink basin in bar area,grill & steam table,fan guard covers in walk in cooler,dish racks.#53-5-501.17 : must provide a garbage can with lid in unisex toilet room .#55-6-201.13 : must repair or replace damaged epoxy flooring behind bar,stained ceiling tiles in women's toilet room. #55-6-501.13 : must clean excessive spillage,grease and food debris build up from floor under,around,along wall bases throughout premises and floor drains.#57- 2-102.13 : observed some expired and missing food handlers training for employees must provide and maintain.must provide and maintain.(priority 7-42-090)(citation issued)

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