Previous core violation corrected

City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

Observed no city of Chicago certified food manager on site with valid original certificate while preparing and serving tcs foods (milk, spinach quiche, tuna). Instructed to provide and maintain as required. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-012. Citation issued.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed handsink inaccessible during time of inspection. Noted handsink being used for rinsing, dumping and storing milk frothing pitchers during time of inspection. Instructed to use handwashing sink for handwashing only as required. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-030 (c). Citation issued.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed approximately 30 or more small black live flies flying throughout the premises, on boxes containing materials in the dishwashing area, on walls, on countertops in the front and rear prep areas, and on exterior surfaces of cake and cookie holders on display. Instructed to contact pest control for service, clean and sanitize affected areas. Must eliminate pest activity on premises and maintain. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-020 (a). Citation issued.

Personal cleanliness

Observed food employee preparing food in rear prep area without effective hair restraint. Instructed to provide and maintain to prevent possible contamination of food.

Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

Observed single service cups wrapped in palstic stored on floor in front prep area. Instructed to provide adequate shelving and store at least 6 inches off floor.

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Observed all equipment throughout prep areas in need of cleaning (sandwich press, interior and exterior of refrigerator and freezer, shelving units, under all coffee equipment and storage space in dishwashing area. Instructed to remove food debris , clean and sanitize.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed items stored on floor throughout dishwashing space, hallwasy leading o main prep area and inside utility room. Instructed to organize, remove items from inside mop sink in order to access for use. Must maintain premise.

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Observed inadequate lighting in rear prep/dishwashing area. Instructed to increase and maintain

All food employees have food handler training

Observed no proof of food handlers' certification. During time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain on site for review.

Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

Pic has no Chicago cfm certificate. Instructed to have all pics obtain and maintain a valid cfm certificate. Citation combined with violation #2.

City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

Found no Chicago cfm certificate nor manager on site while preparing/serving tcs food (i.e. Eggs, beef, etc.). Instructed to have a valid cfm certificate and manager on site at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Observed faucet at three compartment sink with large hole. Instructed person in charge to repair or replace.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed peeling paint on walls in kitchen and bathroom area. Instructed person in charge to repair all areas to be smooth and easily cleanable.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no hand paper towels provided at handwashing sink at rear meat prep room.instructed to provide and maintain paper towels at all handwashing sinks at all times.priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c), citation issued. (manager corrected issue).

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no hand soap provided at the handwashing sink at the rear meat prep room.instructed to provide and maintain hand soap at all handwashing sinks at all times.priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c), violation consolidated with the above citation. (manager corrected issue).

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Observed a slight debris accumulation encrusted on the interior of the ice machine.must remove debris, detail clean inside ice machine/have serviced and maintain ice machine at all times.

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Instructed to detail clean the dairy customer display coolers to remove stains/buildup debris and maintain.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Backflow prevention device not located at hose bib located at rear meat prep room. Must install so backflow prevention device may be located to be serviced and maintained.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed broken floor tiles in front of the 3-compartment sink located in the rear meat prep room.instructed to repair/replace and maintain. Instructed to detail clean upper corner walls of the rear meat prep room to remove stains/splashed debris and maintain.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

6-501.111: observed pest activity in facility. Observed approximately 8 live roaches in facility, observed live roaches crawling in corners of shelving above prep table. Observed two large flies in dining area. Instructed to eliminate roach and fly activity in facility, recommended pest control service facility on or after 10/1/2026 to eliminate roach and fly activity. Instructed to clean and sanitize said affected equipment and clean affected areas. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(a) citation issued

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

6-501.112: observed dead roach in interior of small cold holding unit. Instructed to remove all dead insects from facility. Instructed to clean and sanitize said cold holding unit.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

5-205.15: observed leaking from hot and cold water knobs on faucet at rear prep/dishwashing handwashing sink. Instructed to repair and maintain. Observed leaking faucet at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair faucet and maintain

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

5-501.116: observed black buildup on exterior of outside grease container. Instructed to clean exterior of outside grease container and maintain.

All food employees have food handler training

2-102.13: at time of inspection facility provided expired food handler training certificates for food handlers. Instructed to provide valid food handler certificates for all food handlers.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed hand washing sink with automated dispensing of water; water temperature was 125°f at the hand washing sink located in the dish washing area. Water temperature must be between 100-120f at the hand sink. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c). Citation issued. Cold water knob is not in working condition.

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Observed black build up inside of ice machine in rear. Must detail clean and sanitize all affected areas. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.

Time as a public health control; procedures & records

Pizza is out of temperature control at 70°f. The method of time as a public health control does not have an effective written method to record the point in time when the food is removed from temperature control to the discard time. Discussed the HACCP concepts and requirement for written procedures with the person in charge. Manager immediately and voluntarily disposed of 25 lbs of products worth $350.00 through denaturing process. Priority foundation 7-38-005 citation issued .

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Observed employee toilet room without toilet tissue. Instructed person in charge that a supply of toilet tissue must be available at each toilet. Food handler instructed to put tissue in toilet rooms. Priority foundation violation #7-38-010. Citation issued.

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Observed the toilet rooms both employee and customer in need of cleaning. Instructed to detail clean and maintain at all times.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed in rear hall to toilet rooms ceiling leaking water and ceiling breaking apart due to water leaking. Instructed to repair leak and ceiling, resurface and repaint to ensure ceiling is sealed, smooth and easily cleanable.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed in customer toilet room toilet seat broken, instructed to repair and maintain

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

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

All food employees have food handler training

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

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.

City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

Noted facility did not provide a valid city of Chicago food service sanitation certificate for employees working on site. Informed a certified manager with a current city of Chicago certificate must be on premises at all times and a valid must remain posted on site whenever time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods are being prepared, handled and/or served. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed the exposed hand-washing sink next to the back door not accessible for use. The drain line and water lines are not connected to the hand-washing sink. Management instructed that all exposed hand-washing sinks must be accessible for use at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

Observed no shellstock tag attached to container of live mussels, located in walk in cooler, at time of inspection. Informed manager that shellfish shellstock tag must remain attached to container until container is empty. Instructed to provide approval sources of shellfish and maintain tags for 90 days on premises. Manager voluntarily discarded 15lb, at a value of $125.00 priority foundation violation # 7-38-005. Citation issued.

Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

Observed facility without 90-days worth of shellfish tags with date sold or last served on tags. Must provide and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-005 (citation combined with violation above)

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Observed low temperature warewashing machine located in the kitchen's dish area not properly sanitizing. The sanitizing residual chlorine concentration was observed at 0ppm at time of inspection. Instructed person in charge to repair to meet sanitizing requirements of 50-100ppm. Pic replaced chlorine and primed low temp dish machine, dish machine now reading 100 ppm priority violation #7-38-025. Citation issued.

Proper cold holding temperatures

Noted internal temperatures of the following time/temperature control for safety food items inside the cold holding unit to be improper: chicken skewers at 45.4f, turkey sausage at 44.6f, spring roll at 52.0f, pico de gallo at 51.8f, and a variety of empanadas at 48.6f. Manager immediately and voluntarily disposed of 25 lbs of products worth $950.00 through denaturing process. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

Proper date marking and disposition

Observed ready to eat, temperature control for safety foods (chicken wings )not properly dated in walk-in cooler , stored longer than 24 hours in coolers. Instructed to provide proper date marking with disposition date for rte foods prepared on site and held over 24 hours in cold holding unit. Manager immediately and voluntarily disposed of 10 lbs of products worth $200.00 priority foundation violation. Citation issued. 7-38-005

Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used

Observed open rodent bait in food prep area, under ice machine and dry storage shelves instructed to remove, clean, sanitize and maintain said area. Pic removed rodent bait and cleaned said areas and priority violation. 7-38-015 citation issued.

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Observed no splashguard between front exposed hand sink and ice well at bar area. Must install a washable splashguard.

In-use utensils: properly stored

Observed scoops for dry storage containers being stored directly inside of the container. Instructed to properly store all utensils between use.

In-use utensils: properly stored

Observed plates not inverted. Instructed to invert plates after sanitizing and air drying.

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

Observed 2 door cold holding unit in rear prep area doors falling off and top lids of said cold holding unit broken. Instructed to repair

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Noted low temperature dish washing machine in use not properly sanitizing. Sanitizing strength of sanitizer (chlorine) at the time of inspection was 00 ppm. Empty sanitizing container connected at the time of inspection. Manager replaced the sanitizer with a full container.priority violation #7-38-025. Citation issued.

Approved thawing methods used

Noted scallops in water inside container at the prep table thawing. Manager stated that the shrimp was defrosting. Discussed with management the different methods of defrosting food:- either under cold running water or inside the refrigeration unit. Product temperature was adequate at the time.

Food properly labeled; original container

Noted assorted food items inside refrigeration units and walk in cooler not properly labeled. Instructed to properly label all food items with product name including bulk food containers.

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Noted dirty wiping cloths on prep tables at the prep areas not properly stored. Instructed to properly store all washcloths in a sanitizing solution especially when not in use.

In-use utensils: properly stored

Noted serving plates on shelves at the kitchen prep area and dry storage areas not properly stored. Instructed to invert all serving plates and bowls during storage to prevent dust accumulation.

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

Noted assorted food items inside coolers and refrigeration units food stored inside grocery bags and tin cans. Instructed to store all food items inside approved food grade containers.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Noted clutter at the coffee station of the dinning area. Instructed to clean, organize and/or remove all unnecessary articles to prevent hiding places for pest.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Noted heavy dirt accumulation inside the floor drains underneath the cooking lines at the prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated

Observed adulterated container of sliced tomatoes in facility. Observed dead roach in container of sliced tomatoes held in cold holding unit. Instructed food shall be safe, unadulterated and honestly presented. Corrected on site manager voluntarily discarded and denatured said food valued at $5 weighing 3lbs priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed pest activity in facility. Observed approximately 8 live roaches in facility, observed live roaches crawling in corners of shelving above prep table. Observed two large flies in dining area. Instructed to eliminate roach and fly activity in facility, recommended pest control service facility on or after 10/1/2026 to eliminate roach and fly activity. Instructed to clean and sanitize said affected equipment and clean affected areas. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(a) citation issued

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed dead roach in interior of small cold holding unit. Instructed to remove all dead insects from facility. Instructed to clean and sanitize said cold holding unit.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Observed leaking from hot and cold water knobs on faucet at rear prep/dishwashing handwashing sink. Instructed to repair and maintain. Observed leaking faucet at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair faucet and maintain.

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Observed waste water backing up from lid of grease trap onto floor when draining sanitizer compartment of three compartment sink in prep/dishwashing area. Instructed manager to repair grease trap in prep/dishwashing area for appropriate waste water drainage. Priority violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued.

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Observed black buildup on exterior of outside grease container. Instructed to clean exterior of outside grease container and maintain.

All food employees have food handler training

At time of inspection facility provided expired food handler training certificates for food handlers. Instructed to provide valid food handler certificates for all food handlers.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

6-501.111: **p** controlling pests (infestation) observed infestation two live rats were observed in the food preparation area. Approximately 50–100 rat droppings were also noted on food containers, on the floor near the rice, throughout the food preparation area, behind and underneath cooking equipment, and in the dining room. Noted 25-45 small black fly activity in rear prep/ dish area. The establishment was instructed to contact a licensed pest control company, as additional pest control services are necessary to minimize or eliminate rodent activity prior to re-inspection. The establishment was also instructed to remove all rodent droppings, thoroughly clean and sanitize all affected areas. Priority violation 7-38-020(a) update 10/1/26 live rat activity still observed in prep and dining room area, droppings still observed under cooking equipment. Live small black flies 25-60 small black flies observed still in prep/dish area.

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

No vomit and diarrhea clean up kit on site. Instructed to have a vomit and diarrhea clean up kit on site at all times. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.

Summary report displayed and visible to the public

Summary report not posted visible to the public from last inspection on 6-3-2024, report #2595579. Instructed to post recent summary report visible to the public at all times. Priority foundation violation. 7-42-010(b). Citation issued.

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Ice scoop stored in ice machine touching ice cubes, instructed to keep off ice cubes.

Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

Using foam cups as a scoop, instructed to use proper scoops.

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

No drain board provided to 3-comp sink, instructed to install

Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

Observed person in charge without proof of food safety management training during time of inspection. Must provide.

City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

Observed facility food handlers preparing and handling time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods(chicken wings, milk, eggs) without original city of Chicago food service manager and certificate on site. Informed person in charge city of Chicago original food service certificate must remain posted on site and certified manager on site during tcs food prep, cooking, serving and operating hours. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed handsink employee restroom not stocked with hand soap. Informed person in charge that hand soap must be available at handsinks at all times. Food handler obtained hand soap for hand sink during time of inspection. Priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no paper towel at the hand-sink in the dish area. Informed person in charge that paper towels must be available at hand sinks at all times. Food handler obtained paper towel for hand sink during time of inspection priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). Citation combined with violation above

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed the following sinks not maintained with hot water: improper temperature of hot water observed at handsink at front prep at (69.2f) instructed person in charge hot water at all hand-washing sinks must be at least 100f. Priority violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Observed the toilet room in need of cleaning. Instructed to detail clean and maintain at all times.

Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used

Observed open rodent bait in food prep area (under rice cooker in to go container with food and bait mixed) instructed to remove, clean, sanitize and maintain said area. Priority violation. 7-38-015 citation issued.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed infestation two live rats were observed in the food preparation area. Approximately 50–100 rat droppings were also noted on food containers, on the floor near the rice, throughout the food preparation area, behind and underneath cooking equipment, and in the dining room. Noted 25-45 small black fly activity in rear prep/ dish area. The establishment was instructed to contact a licensed pest control company, as additional pest control services are necessary to minimize or eliminate rodent activity prior to re-inspection. The establishment was also instructed to remove all rodent droppings, thoroughly clean and sanitize all affected areas. Priority violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Clean the light shields in the front food prep area.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Observed drain line water leaks at the exposed hand washing sink and 3-compartment sink on the front prep area. Management instructed to repair the leaks.

Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

Observed no person in charge with valid Chicago food sanitation certificate. Instructed manager to designate person in charge during all hours of operation. Priority foundation

City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

Observed no Chicago food sanitation manager on site when tcs food (beef 156.9f) prepared and served. A Chicago food sanitation manager must be on site and valid certificate posted at all times tcs food prepared and served. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no hand cleanser available at rear prep handsink during time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain at all times for proper handwashing. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030 (c) citation issued.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no hand drying provision available at front and rear handwashing sink, and handwashing sink in washroom during time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain sanitary hand drying devices at all times for proper hand drying. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030 (c). See above violation for citation.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed numerous flying insects in prep, dishwashing and storage areas. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued

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

Observed rust deposits on bottom of prep tables and foil lined shelving units. Instructed manager to remove all rust and foil on shelving units to make smooth and easily cleanable.

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Observed grease buildup inside fryer cabinets, grill, cooking equipment, food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of beverage machines, coolers, freezers, shelving units, prep tables, outlets, surfaces under beverage machine. Instructed manager to clean and maintain all food and non-food contact surfaces and equipment.

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Observed water overflowing from base of toilet and drainline when toilet in use. Instructed manager to repair and maintain. Priority 7-38-030(c) citation issued

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Observed washroom door not self-closing. Instructed manager to repair self-closing device on washroom door.

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Observed toilet and handwashing sink in need of cleaning inside washroom. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Observed outside garbage and waste grease area not clean maintained. Observed grease container not covered, grease spills on top of grease container, grease spills on ground, and excessive debris on ground around dumpsters. Priority foundation 7-38-020(b) citation issued

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed damaged floor tiles, missing outlet covers and missing and loose baseboards along walls in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to replace and maintain.

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)

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

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

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)

Thermometers provided & accurate

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

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).

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)

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)

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

Found the person in charge (pic) had no Chicago certified food manager's (cfm) certificate. Instructed to have all pics obtain and maintain a valid cfm certificate. Citation combined with violation #2.

City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

Found no Chicago cfm on site while preparing/serving tcs foods (i.e. Beef, chicken, rice/beans, mac n cheese, etc.). Instructed to have a cfm on site at all times when preparing/serving tcs foods. Maintain same. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued

Thermometers provided & accurate

Found the outer thermometer on the walk in cooler not working properly. Instructed to either have it fixed or place a thermometer inside the walk in cooler. Maintain same.

Food properly labeled; original container

Found the plastic condiment bottles on top of the cooking equipment in the rear prep area not labeled. Instructed to label and maintain.

Personal cleanliness

Found food handlers not wearing hair restraints while in the food prep area and/or while handling food. Instructed to have all entering/working in the food prep area to wear a hair restraint. Maintain same.

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

Found the storage racks next to the rear reach in coolers with rust. Instructed to remove rust and maintain a rust-free surface.

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Found the interior of the fryers with charred materials on the surface. Instructed to clean and maintain the interior of the fryers.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Found broken floor tiles in front of the 3-compartment sink in the rear prep area. Instructed to fix and/or replace broken floor tiles. Maintain same.

All food employees have food handler training

Found food handlers on site with no proof that they met the food handler requirements. Instructed to have employees obtain and maintain a valid food handler's certificate.

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Noted encrusted dripping grease on exterior of outdoor grease receptacle. Instructed to deep clean, sanitize and maintain.

Allergen training as required

Noted no proof of allergen training for all city of Chicago food service managers. Instructed all

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Observed loose faucet fixture at handsink in front prep area. Instructed to repair and maintain.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed wall above 3-compartment sink with chipping paint. Must replaster wall and maintai

Proper cold holding temperatures

Observed improper cold holding temperatures of tcs foods inside of the 2-door prep cooler, refrigerator and walk-in cooler. Observed tofu at 47f, pot stickers at 61f, shrimp at 46f, chicken at 44f, pork at 45f, squid at 45f, and egg rolls at 53f. Management instructed to maintain all cold tcs foods below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Observed the 2-door prep cooler with an air temperature of 46f, and the walk-in cooler with an air temperature of 47f. Both coolers were used to store tcs foods such as meat and tofu. Management instructed to repair and maintain both coolers below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed evidence of pest activity in the dishwashing area, storage areas on the 1st floor and basement. Observed approx. 100 rat droppings in the following areas: 8 droppings beneath the dishwashing machine, 2 droppings in the carpeted dry storage room next to the west dining room, and 90 droppings on the floor of the basement beneath the staircase, around the old hot water heater, in the empty storage room and on and around the grease trap. Also observed approx. 100 mouse droppings on the floor, tables and storage shelves in the rear dry storage room. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings throughout the premises. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Clean the exterior of the grease trap.

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

Must not use plastic crates as a means of elevation in the walk-in cooler.

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Rusty metal rack shelving inside the small one door coleslaw cooler at the front prep. Instructed to replace.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Employees must not store bicycles inside the rear dry food storage room.