Food code section 8

Hands clean & properly washed

The 38th most-cited section of Chicago's food code over the last year.

Times cited1030.2% of all citations

Inspections101carried this citation

Ended in a fail57%58 of 101

Rank#38of 58 sections in use

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Counted over Oct 13, 2025 to Oct 13, 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

Daniel J Corkery School2510 S Kildare (4300w) · School
26 days agoFail
1. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Observed food handler washing hands in 3-compartment sink with no soap. Employees shall wash hands with soap for at least 20 seconds in an approved handwashing sink. Priority 7-38-010
2. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed timed faucets not functioning properly in unisex washrooms. Water must run continuously for at least 15 seconds before reactivating faucet.
3. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed over 30 mice droppings scattered on floor, shelves, inside boxes in kitchen rear storage area, on floor inside washroom and windowsill in pre-k 001. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a)
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed 1/4" gap at bottom left corner of rear kitchen exit door. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on door to prevent pest entry.
5. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed loose middle hot water faucet on sinks in first and second floo boys' washrooms. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
6. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Observed no covered receptacle in first, second, and third floor unisex washrooms. Instructed manager to provide covered receptacle in all women, girls' and unisex washrooms.
Baba Shawarma INC.6404 N California Ave · Restaurant
27 days agoFail
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  No person in charge present at the time of inspection. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued.
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Noted no certified food manager on duty while tcs foods are prepared and served (chicken,beef etc). Instructed to have a certified food manager on site at all times. Priority foundation violation#7-38-012. Citation issued.
3. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Noted employee while wearing gloves and prepping went to the storage and picked up box of disposable bowls, then went back to the kitchen and continued prepping all without changing gloves and washing hands. Discussed with management that gloves must be changed and hands washed when moving from one area to another, opening the refrigeration unit, changing tasks, etc. Priority violation #7-38-010. Citation issued.
4. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Noted a food cart and bread racks in front of the hand washing sink at the prep area blocking the hand wash sink. Instructed to have hand washing sink accessible at times. Priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
5. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Noted no soap at the hand washing sinks of the prep area/dish washing area. Instructed to have soap and paper towels at all hand washing sinks. Priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
6. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Noted no paper towels at the hand washing sink of the prep area. Instructed to have soap and paper towels at all hand washing sinks. Priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued. Consolidated with the above violations.
7. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Noted assorted food items inside refrigeration units not properly labeled. Instructed to properly label all food items with product name including bulk food containers.
8. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Noted the following:- -- 5 live roaches on floor around the prep area and unused equipment. 2 on prep cooler used for dry storage and 1 on floor under prep area hand wash sink. --over 50 flying insects on walls, ceiling, bread racks at the dry storage area, dining room and in cabinet under north side washroom hand sink. --over 75 mice droppings on floor along wall base and underneath equipment, especially at the dry storage area. --instructed to detail clean and sanitize affected areas and eliminate pest activity. Instructed to consult with pest control company and have premises treated. Priority violation#7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
9. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Live and dead cockroaches in glueboards. Must remove and replace glueboards.
10. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Rear door propped open to the outside with a screen door, with large sections of the screen torn or missing. Must repair screen.
11. 41
  Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
  Noted dirty wiping cloths on prep tables at prep areas not properly stored. Instructed to properly store all washcloths in a sanitizing solution especially when not in use.
12. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Noted ice build up inside the upright freezer on shelves. Instructed to defrost, clean and maintain.
13. +9 more
Yates Elementary School1839 N Richmond · School
27 days agoFail
1. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Observed poor hygienic practices; observed the manager at the front serving line performing multiple tasks, moving in and out of the kitchen food prep area and changing dirty gloves then returned to the front serving line to continue serving foods all without washing hands.must wash hands after every possible contamination. (manager corrected the issue). Priority violation 7-38-010.
2. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no handwashing sink at front food serving line.handwashing sink is needed in open food dispensing area.instructed to provide a handwashing sink properly equipped with soap, handpaper towels and required signage.priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). (**see comments).
3. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed north side exit doors with gap opening approx:1/4 inch opening at bottom of said doors leading out to the parking lot.instructed to make doors tight fitting all across the bottoms to prevent pest entry and to maintain.
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Instructed to remove glue boards with dead insects on floors behind the cooking equipments in the kitchen prep area and maintain.
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Instructed to detail clean and organize the storage closet inside the eat-in pre-k classroom #020 and remove unnecessary articles due to potential pest harborage and all other need items must be elevated from the floor to facilitate cleaning and maintain.
Seashell on 111th INC100 W 111th St · Restaurant
1 month agoFail
1. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Poor hygienic practices: found male food handlers not washing their hands when: touching phones, before putting on gloves, taking payments, etc. Instructed to wash hands whenever multi-tasking and before/after glove use. Priority 7-38-010 citation issued.
2. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Found the front hand-washing sink and the washbowl in the employee's toilet room without any handwashing cleanser. Instructed to provide and maintain at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c) citation issued
3. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Found 10 large flies in the front/rear food prep areas. Instructed to eliminate flies, clean the affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for assistance. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued
4. 40
  Personal cleanliness
  Food handler not wearing a hair restraint. Instructed to always wear a hair restraint. Maintain same.
5. 46
  Gloves used properly
  Food handlers putting on gloves and not washing hands. Instructed to properly wash hands before/after glove use. Maintain same.
6. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Found the 3-compartment sink and the rear hand-washing sink in need of detail cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain both.
7. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Found the middle hand-washing sink in poor repair. Cold water will not completely turn off. Instructed to fix and maintain good plumbing.
8. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Found the interior of the employee's toilet room in need of detail cleaning. Instructed to detail clean and maintain toilet room.
9. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found the mop stored above the dirty water in the mop bucket. Instructed to properly store hanging up for proper air drying. Maintain same.
10. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found water-stained ceiling tiles in the front/rear prep areas. Instructed to replace ceiling tiles and maintain.
11. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  Found the previous core violations from report #2626360 dated 10/31/2025 not corrected and/or maintained. Instructed to correct and maintain: -47. Observed gaskets in the prep coolers in poor repair and with accumulated food debris. Instructed to replace gaskets in poor repair and clean and sanitize. -49. Observed interior of all fryers with accumulated food and grease debris. Observed accumulated food and grease debris under the flat top grill. Observed accumulated food debris inside of the refrigeration units. Observed equipment in the rear food prep area with accumulated grease and food debris. Instructed to clean and sanitize all. Observed stained ceiling tiles in the food prep area. Instructed to replace. -55. Observed excessive food and grease debris under the fryers and cooking equipment. Observed excessive grease debris on the vents above the cooking equipment. Observed accumulated food and dirt debris on the floor throughout the food prep area. Instructed to clean and sanitize all. -57. Observed food handlers on site without proof of food handler training. Instructed to meet requirement for all food handlers. Priority foundation 7-42-090 citation issued
Jieyi Sushi1178 N Milwaukee Ave · Restaurant
1 month agoFail
1. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Observed food employee sneeze while preparing sushi roll, employee then rinsed the gloves under running water and wiped the gloves on a soiled towel stored on countertop. Instructed to remove gloves, properly wash hands following the sneezing incident, replace with clean gloves and proceed with food prep to prevent possible contamination. Sushi roll was discarded at this time. Priority violation. #7-38-010. Citation issued.
2. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Observed low temp dish machine located in rear prep area, sanitizer strength at 0ppm during time of inspection. Instructed to repair machine to properly sanitize between 50-100ppm. Must maintain. Unit tagged and held for inspection. Priority violation. #7-38-025. Citation issued.
3. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Observed ice machine located in rear prep area in need of cleaning. Noted black slime liquid and debris (moldlike) build up on interior surfaces of ice machine and dripping on to ice used for human consumption. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued.
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed rear exit door leading to outside receptacle not rodent proof with at least 1/4 inch gap between ground and door. Instructed to provide to prevent pest entry.
5. 48
  Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
  No chemical test strips on site for testing sanitizer strength for low temperature dish machine. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued.
6. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Observed all plumbing fixtures in both toiletrooms in need of cleaning. Instructed to provide and maintain
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed grease and food debris pooled on floor under all heavy equipment (fyers, cooling units, prep tables) located in front and rear prep area and basment storage.instructed to remove, clean and sanitize.
8. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Observed no food handler certificates for all food handlers. Instructed to provide and maintain on site for review.
9. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Observed person in charge without proof of allergen training certification. Instructed to obtain as required.
10. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  Observed previous cores not corrected from report #2610338 on january 10, 2025. They are as follows... 4-501.11 observed torn door gaskets inside of the 2-door prep cooler next to the ice machine. Management instructed to replace the torn door gaskets inside of the 2-door prep cooler. 4-602.13 clean the prep coolers in the food prep areas, prep tables and rolling cart in the rear food prep area, broiler, stove, microwave, stainless steel shelving above the 3-compartment sink, the top of the dish machine, wok station, and interior of the freezers in the basement. Instructed to correct as required. Priority foundation violation. #7-42-090. Citation issued. .
Selo European Deli & Market5205 N Milwaukee Ave · Grocery Store
1 month agoFail
1. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Observed no city of Chicago certified food manager on site upon arrival nor a certificate posted on site. Certified food manager arrived on site approximately 35 minutes after inspection began. Instructed manager to ensure a city of Chicago certified food manager is on site at all times and that a certificate is posted at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012 citation issued.
2. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Observed food employee wipe nose with tissue and proceed to throw tissue away and not wash hands. Instructed manager to ensure employees wash hands at appropriate times to prevent cross contamination. Employee washed hands. Priority violation 7-38-010 citation issued.
3. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no paper towels at 3 of 4 hand washing sinks in facility. Instructed manager to provide paper towels to all hand washing sinks. Manager provided towels at hand washing sinks. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued.
4. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed 3 of 4 hand washing sinks in facility blocked by items stored in or in front of sinks. Instructed manager to ensure no items are stored in or in front of hand washing sinks and that all hand washing sinks are easily accessible. Manager removed itmes. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) citation consolidated.
5. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed hand washing aids stored at sinks not meant for hand washing. Instructed manager to ensure hand washing aids are only stored at designated hand washing sinks.
6. 15
  Food separated and protected
  Observed raw eggs and raw meat stored above ready to eat foods. Instructed manager to ensure raw animal products are not stored above ready to eat food products. Manager moved raw animal products. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued.
7. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Observed ice machine with black build up on interior of ice machine and deli slicer with heavy dried food debris build up. Instructed manager to ensure all food contact surfaces are clean to sight and touch. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 citation issued.
8. 23
  Proper date marking and disposition
  Observed tcs food items with no date marking and or exceeding 7 day date of disposal. Instructed manager to ensure all ready to eat tcs food items are marked with 7 day date of disposal and are discarded by said date. Manager discarded 7 pounds of ground beef, and 7 pounds of vegetable soup ($45). Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 citation issued.
9. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  Observed hot holding countertop unit with no ambient air thermometer inside. Instructed manager to place ambient air thermometer inside hot holding unit.
10. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Observed several food items in reach in display coolers for grab and go missing labels. Instructed manager to ensure proper labeling including name, source, and ingredients .
11. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed more than 30 small flies throughout facility including: near dish areas, near dry storage, and in kitchen. Instruced manager to minimize pest activity. Pest control service recommended. Manager showed pest control report. Report is under old license holder name. Facility must provide service report with new license holder name. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
12. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed open pans of dough stored in customer reach in freezer. Instructed manager to remove open pans of dough to ensure contamination cannot occur. Manager removed pans.
13. +9 more
R J Grunts2054-2056 N Lincoln Park West · Restaurant
1 month agoFail
1. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Observed the dishwasher handling dirty dishes with bare hands at the dish washing machine then unload the clean dishes without washing hands between tasks. Reviewed good hygienic practices with management and when to wash hands or proper glove use. Priority violation 7-38-010 citation issued.
2. 35
  Approved thawing methods used
  Noted improperly thawing of frozen turkey burgers on a food rack on the cooks line. Reviewed proper thawing methods and instructed to remove and continue the thawing process under refrigeration. Burgers noted at 25.1f.
3. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Blackened wall caulking at the basement hand washing sink. Instructed to replace.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Blackened wall caulking at the basement three compartment sink. Instructed to replace.----must not use cardboard or towels as matting for the floor at the cooks line.
5. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  No proof of food handler training or certificates for all required employees. Must provide.
6. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  Previous core violations from report #2637123 on 5-19-26 not corrected. #37- bulk flour container must be labeled with the product common name. #45-all stored items throughout the basement dry food storage must be elevated from the floors. #47- must not use milk crates as a means of elevation in the basement dry food storage. #55- missing baseboard coving throughout various areas in the basement kitchen. Instructed to replace.#58-: no proof of allergen training or certificates for all the city of Chicago certified food managers. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090 citation issued.
County Fair Foods10800 S Western Ave · Grocery Store
1 month agoFail
1. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Poor hygienic practices: found food handlers multi-tasking (cleaning, sweeping, handling tcs foods) putting on gloves without washing their hands. Instructed to properly wash hands when touching body, phone, multi-tasking, before/after glove use, etc. Priority 7-38-010 citation issued
2. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Found rodent activity on the premises. 80 under the hand-washing sink in the deli area and 60 along the wall in the rear storage leading to the butcher's department. Instructed to remove rodent activity, clean/sanitize the affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for assistance in eliminating the issue. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued
3. 46
  Gloves used properly
  Found gloves not properly being used. Worn while multi tasking and not properly washing hands before/after glove use. Instructed to frequently change gloves when changing tasks and wash hands before/after glove use. Maintain same.
4. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Found the large can opener in deli with a build up of food and dirt. Instructed to clean and maintain can opener.
5. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Found the interior/exteriof of the cooking equipment (fryers/ovens) with charred debris, grease and dirt. Instructed to clean and maintain the interior/exterior of all cooking equipment.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found the floors in the corners, under the sinks, under/around the cooking/cooling equipment, in the rear and around the storage racks with food, debris, dirt and rodent droppings. Instructed to detail clean and maintain the floors throughout. -walls around the sinks and cooking equipment with food and dirt. Instructed to clean and maintain walls in all prep areas.
Cafe Istanbul2014 W Division St · Restaurant
1 month agoFail
1. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Observed food handler wearing gloves while washing hands at 3-compartment sink. Instructed to properly wash bare hands with soap and water for 20 seconds and use handwashing sink only to wash hands. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-010. Citation issued.
2. 15
  Food separated and protected
  Observed raw chicken stored over ready to eat foods in prep cooler9cooked noodles, cooked eggplant). Observed raw beef stored over chopped tomatoes and chopped lettuce. Must store food properly to prevent cross contamination. Priority violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.
3. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed boxes of carrots and potatoes stored on table outside by back door located in rear walkway area. Instructed to properly store food to prevent contamination.
4. 44
  Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
  Observed mop stored in bucket at main prep line. Instructed to hang soil mop inverted at mop sink area.
5. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  Previous core violation not corrected from 2-23-2026, report # 2631645. #6--observed personal food item(s) stored in the prep area. Instructed manager to remove and identify a designated area for employees to store personal food items. #10-observed no handwashing signage at the handwash sink in the bar area. Instructed to provide. #39--observed food items stored improperly in containers stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Must elevate 6 inches from floor. #58-observed certified food service sanitation manager without allergen training. Instructed to provide allergen training for all certified food managers. Priority foundation violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.
Delicias Carbic Gourmet LLC3420 W North Ave · Restaurant
2 months agoFail
1. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  No city of Chicago certified food manager on site or valid documentation on the premises while tcs foods (pork, soups etc.) are being prepared and served to customers.instructed person-in-charge that a city of Chicago certified food service manager must be on the premises at all times when (tcs foods) are prepared, handled, and/or served.instructed to comply and post original certificates as required.priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued
2. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Observed poor hygienic practices. Observed food handlers performing multiple tasks at the main kitchen cooking area and the rear prep/dishwashing area. Observed food handler plating cooked pork into a plate while gloves on then wiped gloves on apron immediately continued to prepare other foods and no handwashing; observed another food handler handling dirty dishes then continued to handle clean plated dishes/soups to take to customers out into the front dining room and no handwashing.instructed to wash hands after any and every possible contamination. Priority violation 7-38-010, citation issued.
3. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no handwashing sink in rear prep/dishwashing area.instructed manager to install handwashing sink with hot and cold running water, soap, paper towels, and signage in rear prep/dishwashing area.priority foundation 7-38-030(c).no citation issued***(see comments).
4. 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).
5. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed rear exit door with gap opening approx: 1/4" at bottom of said door.instructed to make door tight fitting all across the bottom to prevent pest entry and maintain.
6. 48
  Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
  Observed no chemical sanitizing test kit on the premises to measure the sanitizer concentration at the 3-compartment sink.instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, citation issued.
7. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Observed no self-closing door device on the washroom door.instructed to install a self-closing door device on said washroom door and maintain.
8. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Instructed to detail clean and organize the rear storage area near the exit door and remove unnecessary articles/unused deep fryers etc.due to potential pest harborage and all other need items must be elevated from the floor to facilitate cleaning and maintain.
9. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Observed burnt-out light bulb for light fixture in the rear prep/dishwashing area.instructed to replace burnt-out light bulbs and maintain adequate lighting at all times.
10. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Observed no food handler certificates provided on the premises.must show proof of training for all food handling employees and maintain.
Ap Deli10758 S Michigan Ave · Restaurant
2 months agoConditional
1. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Found food handlers multi-tasking, handling cash transactions, putting on hairnets, touching body/phones and putting on gloves without washing hands. Instructed to properly wash hands whenever multi-tasking, putting on gloves, touching body/phones, etc. Priority 7-38-010 citation issued
2. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Found no handwashing cleanser at the hand-washing sink in the prep area. Instructed to always have handwashing cleanser at all hand-washing sinks and to use it. Mod sent an employee to the store to pick up some hand soap. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c) citation issued
3. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Found a fly strip hanging in the rear prep area. Intructed to remove and refrain from hanging fly strips in the food prep area. Maintain same.
4. 46
  Gloves used properly
  Found food handlers putting on gloves without washing their hands. Instructed to wash hands before and after wearing gloves. Maintain same.
5. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Found the storage racks inside the walk in cooler with rust. Instructed to remove rust or replace rack to maintain a rust-free, smooth and easily cleanable surface.
6. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Found a large pot too big to be submersed in the 3-compartment sink. Instructed to provide a clean in place (cip) procedure for how all utensils too large to adequately be washed, rinsed and sanitized in the 3-compartment sink is properly cleaned. Maintain same.
7. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Found the interior of the fryer with grease and charred materials. Instructed to clean and maintain fryer.
8. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Found the mop sink in the rear with no back flow prevention device. Instructed to provide and maintain sink with a back flow prevention device.
9. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Found food handler on site with no proof she met the food handler's requirements. Instructed to obtain and maintain a valid food handler's certificate.
10. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Found the cfm on site has no allergen training certificate. Intructed to obtain and maintain a valid allergen training certificate.
Elephant & Castle Pub & Restaurant111 W Adams St · Restaurant
2 months agoFail
1. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Observed poor hygienic practices by male dish washer handling dirty dishes and then proceeded to remove clean dishes from dish rack and placed on shelving unit without washing hands.must wash hands after every possible contamination.(priority 7-38-010)(cos)(citation issued)
2. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Must repair or replace slow drain at staff men's toilet room hand sink.
3. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Observed a low temperature dish machine in use sanitizing at 0.0 ppm's in bar area.manager changed sanitizer solution during inspection now is reading at 100.0 ppm's at this time.(cos)(priority 7-38-025)(citation issued)
4. 21
  Proper hot holding temperatures
  Observed improper temperature of cooked tcs food such as 2lbs. Cooked potatoes at 110.5f in fryer basket .product was discarded by manager must have hot holding foods at 135.0f or above. Appx. 2lbs.$20.(cos)(citation issued)(priority 7-38-005)
5. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed improper temperatures of tcs foods such as 5lbs. Raw fish-48.8f dated 7/28/26.5lbs. Raw chicken-48.2f.1lbs. Diced ham-50.0f.4lbs. Cut lettuce-54.9f and 3lbs. Cut mixed greens-48.2f.product was discarded by manager must have cold holding foods at 41.0f or below.appx.18lbs.$170.(priority 7-38-005)(consolidated violation)(cos)
6. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Observed improper temperatures of 2- door prep cooler at 58.8f and lettuce prep cooler at 54.9f with tcs foods. A held for inspection tag has been placed on units. Must have cold holding units at 41.0f or below.once repaired email:food@cityofchicago.org(priority 7-38-005)(cos)(citation issued)
7. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  Observed no thermometers for prep coolers on main prep line must provide and maintain.
8. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed front man door along bottom right corner with a gap must make door tight fitting to prevent insect entry.
9. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed evidence of appx. 50 or more live small flies flying around,on walls and ceilings,pictures in dining room,prep & dish washing areas,bar area,men's staff toilet room,basement (liquor storage/hot water tank/electrical panels).recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 7/29/26.(priority foundation 7-38-020(a)(citation issued)
10. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Must adjust loose door gaskets on prep coolers.must remove rusty screws from interior of ice machine to be in good repair.
11. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Must repair or replace discolored and deep grooves on cutting boards.
12. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Must clean grease and food debris build up from fryer cabinets, wheel bases,grill tables,dish racks.must defrost ice build up in reach in freezer.must delime dish machine.
13. +3 more
Adalina Prime360 N Green St · Restaurant
2 months agoConditional
1. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Observed employee with gloves handling soiled dishes and placing in warewashing unit, then using same gloves to handle clean dishes afterwards without washing hands or changing gloves. Instd to wash hands and change gloves when changing tasks. Citation issued 7-38-010 priority
2. 9
  No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed
  Observed food handler using bare hands to handle hamburger buns and place on customers plate for service. Bare hand contact with ready to eat foods is prohibited. Buns discarded at this time. Approx. 2lbs $10 value. Citation issued 7-38-010 priority violation
3. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed handwashing aids (soap dispenser, paper towel dispenser and handwash signage) at dump sinks in bars. Instd to remove all handwashing aids and maintain at handwash sinks only
4. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Plastic lining on exterior of 2-door cooler in rear service bar. Instd to remove plastic lining so as surface to be smooth, even, and easily cleanable
5. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Excessive black substance on caulking at top base of warewashing unit and wall. Instd to remove black substance, change caulking and maintain
6. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Handwash sink in warewashing area slow draining. Instd to repair and maintain same
El Gallo Bravo3714 W Lawrence Ave · Restaurant
2 months agoConditional
1. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  2-301.15 observed the certified food manager wash their hands in the 3-compartment sink behind the bar area where dishes and utensils are washed. Management instructed that all employees must use only the exposed hand washing sinks to wash their hands. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. Citation issued.
2. 14
  Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
  3-202.18(a) observed no shellstock tags on the premises for raw oysters for the previous 90 days. Management only has current shellshock tags for the oysters that are currently on the premises. Management instructed to mark the shellshock tag with the date that the last oyster is consumed and keep the tags afterwards for at least 90 days. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
3. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  3-501.16 observed improper cold holding temperatures of tcs foods stored in the 2-door prep cooler that was previously tagged held for inspection on 7/22/26. Observed fish at 48f, shrimp at 44f, oysters in water at 46f and cooked rice at 46f. Management instructed to maintain all cold tcs foods below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
4. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  4-301.11 observed the 2-door prep cooler with an air temperature of 48f. The cooler was used to store tcs foods such as fish, raw oysters and shrimp. Management instructed to repair and maintain the prep cooler below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
5. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  4-101.11 observed cooked cactus stored in a cracked plastic food storage container in the refrigerator. Also observed sliced tortillas stored in a cardboard box on the prep table in the basement food prep area. Management instructed to store all foods in proper and intact food grade storage containers.
6. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  4-602.13 clean the grease buildup beneath the grill.
7. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  5-204.12 observed a rubber hose connected to the mop sink where the faucet is located. Management instructed to replace the rubber hose with a faucet and install a backflow prevention device on the faucet to attach the hose.
8. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.12 clean the walls and floor of the food prep area beneath all behind the cooking equipment.
9. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.11 replace the broken floor tiles underneath both 1-door stand up prep coolers located in the dining room. Repair the loose flooring in the rear food prep area across from the washrooms.
10. 59
  Previous priority foundation violation corrected
  8-404.13(b)(3) previous priority foundation violation from report #2640045 on 7/22/6 not corrected: 38 - observed approx. 100 mouse droppings on the floor of the basement office, basement storage closet and on the prep tables used as storage in the rear corner of the basement. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings throughout the premises. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity. Priority violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.
La Malinche Coffee House LLC2110 S Halsted St · Restaurant
2 months agoConditional
1. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Observed employees not washing hands after contaminating hands. Observed food handlers doing the following without washing their hands afterwards: came from outside into the prep area and started handling beverage utensils to set up the coffee machine, kill a fly, picked up the fly with a napkin, and put on a hair net. Instructed employees to wash their hands after changing tasks. Employees were instructed to wash their hands at the time of the inspection. Priority violation 7-38-010, citation issued
2. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed improper cold holding temperatures for tcs foods stored inside a refrigerator (51.2f). Found: portions of salmon in aluminum foil, chorizo (48.6f), soy milk (52.0f), about 4 gallons of reduced fat milk (50.2f-52.5f), soy milk (52.0), pork cooked the night before the day of inspection (69.4f), whipped cream (48.1f), and heavy whipping cream (48.0f). Instructed all cold holding foods must reach and maintain 41f or below. Approximately 23 lbs at $115 worth of product discarded. Priority 7-38-005, citation issued
3. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Observed improper temperatures of refrigerators at 45.8f and 53.2f. Must have cold holding units at 41.0f or below. Please read comments for tag removal procedure. Priority 7-38-005, citation issued
4. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  Observed no ambient air thermometer stored inside a prep cooler and a refrigerator near the entrance of prep area. Instructed to provide and maintain.
5. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Observed bulk dry ingredient container not labeled on shelf under prep table. Instructed to provide and maintain.
6. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed a plastic cup stored inside the flour container. Instructed to use utensils with handles to transfer dry food items.
7. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed the interior of the microwave in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Jimmy Johns11207 S Corliss Ave · Restaurant
2 months agoFail
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  Found the pic on site has no Chicago certified food manager's certificate (cfm). Instructed to obtain and maintain a valid cfm certificate. Citation written on violation #2.
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Found no Chicago cfm on site while preparing/serving tcs foods (chicken, turkey, ham, etc.) instructed to have a cfm on site at all times when preparing/serving tcs foods. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued
3. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Poor hygienic practices: found food handler putting on gloves without properly washing his hands. Instructed to properly wash hands in between glove use, multi-tasking, touching body, etc. Priority 7-38-010 citation issued
4. 46
  Gloves used properly
  Found food handler putting on gloves without properly washing hands. Instructed to properly wash hands before putting on gloves. Maintain same.
Nutella Ferrero & Nutella Cafe189 N Michigan Ave · Restaurant
2 months agoConditional
1. 3
  Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
  Observed no signed employees health policies must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-010)(citation issued)
2. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Observed poor hygienic practies by male dish washer at high temperature dish machine observed him handling dirty and then removing clean dishes from dish machine without washing hands.must wash hands after every possible contamination.(priority 7-38-010)(citation issued)(cos)
3. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no soap at hand sink in main prep area at both hand washing sinks soap was provided at hand sinks during inspection.must provide and maintain at all times.(priority foundation 7-38-030(c)(cos)(citation issued)
4. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed hand washing sink not accessible in rear dish washing area observed drainline from air conditioner stored down inside of hand sink basin.i removed drainline from sink in order to wash my hands.must have accessible at all times.(consolidated violation priority foundation 7-38-030(c)(cos)
5. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed improper temperatures of tcs foods such as 37.5lbs.waffle batter-63.5f.5lbs.-sweet egg batter-60.4f.50lbs.pancake mix-59.5f.12-gallons-milk-49.5f.20lbs.sliced strawberries-63.3f.12.5mocha-65.0f.28lbs.yogurt-58.8f.37.5lbs.liquid eggs-62.0f.2-gallons-butter milk-57.1f.product was discarded by manager. Must have cold holding foods at 41.0f or below.(priority 7-38-005)(cos)(citation issued)appx.303lbs. $.9,700.
6. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Observed improper temperatures of 2- door/2- drawer cold holding unit in front prep area at 59.3f and rear 2- door reach in cooler at 48.4f with tcs foods stored inside.a held for inspection tag has been placed on units.must have cold holding units at 41.0f or below.once repaired email:food@cityofchicago.org.(priority 7-38-005)(cos)9citation issued)
7. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Must label food storage containers when food is not in original package with common name.
8. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed upper level exit door with a gap along bottom must make tight fitting to prevent insect entry.
9. 44
  Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
  Must invert multi-use utensils on dish storage shelves.
10. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed discolored cutting boards must repair or replace to be in good repair.
11. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed crates used for food storage in front prep area must provide adequate shelving units for easily cleanable surfaces.
12. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Must clean debris build up from floor under 3- compartment sink and dish machine.
13. +2 more
Elephant & Castle Pub & Restaurant185 N Wabash Ave · Restaurant
2 months agoFail
1. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Observed poor hygienic practices by female dish washer handling dirty dishes and then removing clean dishes from dish machine without washing hands as i observed several times.must wash hands after every possible contamination.(priority 7-38-010)(citation issued)(cos)
2. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed hot running water temperature at hand sink in beverage station area at 81.5f and customer's men's toilet room first sink at 75.4f must have hot running water at 100.0f.must repair and maintain.(priority 7-38-030(c)(citation issued)
3. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed improper temperatures of tcs foods such as 8lbs. Cut lettuce-49.3f.8lbs. Spring mix-58.0f.0.5lbs. Marinara sauce-57.6f.1lbs. Coleslaw-53.8f. 0.5lbs. Tarta sauce-48.4f. 0.5lbs.aoli sauce-58.0f.0.5lbs. Shreeded cheese-49.9f.inside of prep & lettuce coolers.product was discarded by manager.must have cold holding foods at 41.0f.appx.19lbs.$85.(cos)(priority 7-38-005)(citation issued)
4. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Observed improper temperature of lettuce prep cooler at 60.0f and 2- door prep cooler at 50.4f with tcs foods stored inside. A held for inspection tag has been placed on units.once repaired email:food@cityofchicago.org.must have cold holding units at 41.0f or below.(priority 7-38-005)(cos)(citation issued)
5. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Must label food storage containers when food is not in original package with common name.(shakers)
6. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed evidence of appx. 50 or more live small flies flying aroung,on walls, pictures,ceilings,women's toilet room,prep,dish washing and bar areas,stairwell leading to basement,soda room.recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 7/20/26.(priority foundation 7-38-020(a)(citation issued)
7. 44
  Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
  Must invert multi-use dishes on upper shelving units in prep area to prevent dust and insects from being inside of plates.
8. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Must provide sink stoppers and remove plastic from 3-compartment sink to properly stop up sink to hold water.
9. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Must clean standing greasy water from floor in between cooking equipment and food debris from floor under fryer cabinets.
10. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Must grout floor at front breeze way beverage station near bar.must repair or replace damaged ceiling in dining area to be good repair,damaged wall bases on exterior of beer walk in cooler & interior of food walk in cooler.
11. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Must provide a hooking system to hang up wet mops from mop bucket in basement mop sink closet.
12. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Must replace burntout light at hood of cooking equipment.
13. +1 more
2015 See Thru Chinese Kitchen609 E 79th St · Restaurant
2 months agoFail
1. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  Observed no adequate supplies (disposable mop, disposable latex gloves, disposable mask, and adequate sanitizer *must eliminate norovirus*) on site to properly clean up any vomit or diarrhea events that can potentially occur inside of the food establishment. Instructed to provide adequate supplies for vomit and diarrhea clean up. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.
2. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Observed food handler close outside dumpster lid and return to kitchen to handle food with out washing hands. Then observed food handler discarding food and touching trash can wash their hands without using cleanser. Informed pic of when to wash. Priority violation #7-38-010. Citation issued.
3. 13
  Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
  Observed marinating and par cooked meats (chicken&beef) stored in 5 containers in walk-in cooler in direct contact with storage container lids that have fuzzy white, black and greenish substance on top and bottom surfaces of lid. Person in charge discarded and denatured approx. 200 lbs valued at $500.priority violation 7-40-050(a) citation issued
4. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Noted improper cold-hold temperature of 56.7 f smoothie prep cooler. Informed all refrigerator units shall maintain a proper temperature of 41f and below. Refrigerator unit must not be used until reinspected by Chicago department of public health (cdph). Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.
5. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Noted bulk dry ingredients in large containers without labels. Instructed to provide labels of common name on all items removed from its original container
6. 41
  Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
  Noted green wiping cloth on smoothie prep cooler cutting board. Instructed to store in proper sanitizing buckets with sanitizing solution in between use.
7. 43
  In-use utensils: properly stored
  Observed ice scooper being stored on a towel on the top of the ice bin. Instructed on how to properly store ice scoop between uses.
8. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Noted toilet fixtures and floors behind and underneath toilet not clean. Instructed to clean
Baba's Famous Steak and Lemonade10343 S Halsted St · Restaurant
3 months agoFail
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  Person in charge does not have a Chicago certified food manager's certificate. Instructed to have all pics obtain and maintain a valid Chicago certified food manager's certificate. Priority foundation-combined with violation #2.
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Found no Chicago certified food manager (cfm) on site while preparing/serving tcs foods (chicken, beef, etc.). Instructed to have a Chicago cfm on site at all times when preparing and serving tcs foods. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued
3. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Poor hygienic practices: found food handler putting on gloves without washing hands. Instructed to wash hands before/after wearing gloves, when multi-tasking, touching body, etc. Priority 7-38-010 citation issued
4. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Found no handwashing cleanser/soap at the rear hand sink. Instructed to provide and maintain cleanser/soap at all handwashing sinks. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c) citation issued
5. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Found the front handwashing sink with a bucket in it and the rear handwashing sink with the empty soap dispenser in it. Instructed to keep all handwashing sinks clear, accessible and stocked with soap/paper towels. Priority foundation 7-38-030 citation issued
6. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Found multiple fly strips hanging from the ceiling in the rear prep area. Instructed to remove and refrain from hanging fly strips in any prep areas. Maintain same.
7. 46
  Gloves used properly
  Food handler putting on gloves without washing his hands. Instructed to wash hands before/after glove use. Maintain same.
8. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Found large can opener on the rear prep table with food and dirt build up. Instructed to clean and maintain can opener.
9. 48
  Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
  Found no sanitizer test strips for the sanitizing agent used to sanitize multi use equipment. Instructed to provide and maintain kit on site. Priority foundation 7-38-005 citation issued
10. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  See violation #60.
11. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Found a leak at the pipe under the middle compartment of the 3-compartment sink. Instructed to fix the leak and maintain good plumbing.
12. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found water-stained ceiling tiles in the rear area and toilet room. Instructed to replace ceiling tiles. Maintain same.
13. +1 more
Old Fashioned Donuts INC11248 S Michigan Ave · Restaurant
3 months agoFail
1. 1
  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.
2. 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
3. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Found food handler put on gloves without washing her hands, take money with gloved hands and began preparing foods without removing gloves and washing hands. Instructed to wash hands before putting gloves, multi-tasking, etc. Priority 7-38-010 violation citation issued
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Found the front door with 1/4"gap underneath making door not rodent/insect proofed. Instructed to rodent/insect proof door and maintain.
5. 46
  Gloves used properly
  Food handlers putting on gloves and not washing hands. Instructed to wash hands before putting on gloves and maintain same.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found the floors in the front/rear prep/dish washing area warped/damaged. Instructed to replace floors so that they are smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain same. Water-stained ceiling tiles in the front/rear. Instructed to replace ceiling tiles and maintain.
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found the floors in the corners and under/around the heavy equipment with a thick accumilation of dirt and debris build up. Instructed to clean and maintain. Ceiling tiles and vents with a build up of dirt and dust. Instructed to clean and maintain tiles and vents.
8. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found clutter in the rear. Instructed to eliminate clutter and organize the area. Maintain same.
9. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Found food handlers with no food handlers certiificates. Instructed all employees to obtain and maintain a valid certificate.
Chick-Fil-A Pullman11131 S Corliss Ave · Restaurant
3 months agoFail
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  Found the pic has no Chicago certified food manager's certificate (cfm). Instructed to have all pics obtain and maintain a valid Chicago cfms certificate. Citation written on violation #2.
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Found no Chicago cfm on site when preparing/serving tcs foods (i.e chicken, eggs, mac n cheese, etc.). Instructed to always have a cfm on site when preparing/serving tcs foods. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued
3. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Poor hygienic practices: found food handlers putting on hair nets, gloves and not washing their hands. Instructed pic to enforce proper hand washing and maintain good hygienic practices. Priority 7-38-010 citation issued
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Found the rear door in the prep area with 1/4" gap underneath. Also, the side drive thru is completely opened and is not rodent/insect proofed. Instructed to rodent/insect proof both doors in both areas and maintain.
5. 46
  Gloves used properly
  Found employees putting on gloves and not washing their hands. Also, found an employee wearing gloves and touching her phone. Instructed to properly put on gloves after washing hands and to change gloves when contaminating them. Maintain proper use of gloves.
6. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Found the rubber gasket at the bottom of the cooler that's in front of the cooking equipment hanging. Instructed to reattach gasket and maintain.
7. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Found water dripping from the right lower side of the ice machine in the rear prep area. Instructed to find the source of the leak and fix it. Maintain same.
8. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found the floor drains under the ice machines and 4-compartment sink with dirt and stains. Instructed to clean and maintain floor drains.
9. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found mops stored in the mop buckets. Instructed to store all mops not in use hanging up for proper air drying.
Subway116 W 111th St · Restaurant
3 months agoConditional
1. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Poor hygienic practices: found food handler use hand sanitizer, then grabbed gloves to put on. After instructing her to properly wash her hands, she went over to the hand sink, wet her hands and then dried them. Instructed to properly wash hands with soap, water and for a minimum of 20 seconds. Priority violation 7-38-010 citation issued
2. 40
  Personal cleanliness
  Found food handlers not wearing a hair restraint. Instructed to have food handlers and all entering the food prep area to wear a hair restraint. Maintain same.
3. 41
  Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
  Found a wiping loth stored on the counter by the front hand-washing sink. Instructed to properly store wiping cloth when not in use. Maintain same.
4. 46
  Gloves used properly
  Found food handlers putting on gloves without properly washing their hands. Instructed to properly wash hands before putting on gloves. Maintain same.
5. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Found a leak at the base of the hot water knob on the 3-compartment sink. Instructed to fix leak and maintain good plumbing.
6. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Found both toilet room with debris on the floor and the interior of the toilet in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain toilet rooms.
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found the interior of the floor drain under the 3-compartment sink in need of major detail cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain floor drain.
M. Henry5705-5707 N Clark St · Restaurant
3 months agoConditional
1. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Noted employee while wearing gloves started slicing mixed vegetables at the prep area, then went to the walk in cooler at the rear and opened the door of the walk in cooler. Employee came back to the prep area, picked up the knife and cleaned it with a dirty wash cloth and continued to slice the vegetables. Finally employee returned to the serving line of the prep cooler and continues to plate indidual fruits and vegetables on plates for customers,all without changing gloves or washing hands.discussed with management the hygienic practices of washing hands and changing gloves. Priority violation #7-38-010. Citation issued
2. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Noted internal temperature of the following tcs food items inside service coolers to be improper:sliced tomatoes 51f, cucumbers 44.6f, beans 46f, cheese 47f. Manager immediately and voluntarily disposed of 8 lbs of products worth $50.00 through denaturing process. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.
3. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Food containers stored on floor in the walk-in cooler. Must provide proper, raised shelving to store food containers 6" off floor.
4. 41
  Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
  Noted dirty wiping cloths on prep tables at rear prep areas not properly stored. Instructed to properly store all washcloths in a sanitizing solution especially when not in use
5. 43
  In-use utensils: properly stored
  Noted serving plates on shelves at the kitchen prep area not properly stored. Instructed to invert all serving plates to prevent dust accumulation.
6. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Noted torn rubber gasket inside the door of the refrigeration unit at the bakery prep area. Instructed to detail repair and maintain and/or replace.
7. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Noted some use of milk crates for elevation at the kitchen areas. Instructed not to use milk crates for elevation to prevent hiding places for pest.
8. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Instructed to clean and maintain floors along wall base and underneath equipment especially at the basement food/dry storage area.
9. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Pa 100-0367 noted certified food managers on duty with no allergen training certification. Certificate expired 9/27/2025.instructed management that all food service managers are required to have the allergen training certification.

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