Borelli's
2124 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago 60625
Read the pairs, not the count. A failure is normally followed within days by a re-inspection, and that re-inspection is a second row here. On the timeline below they sit almost on top of each other — one bad day, two marks.
The whole record
- Pass50%
- Conditional11%
- Fail39%
- PassJul 22, 2026Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- FailJul 15, 2026ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
- 38
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Observed a dead cockroach on the bottom shelf of the basement food prep table where oil is stored.
- 38
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Observed evidence of rodent activity (approx. 45 rat droppings and 35 mouse droppings) in the following areas: observed 10 rat droppings at the bottom of the basement staircase and 20 droppings under the basement staircase in the small room that was previously a washroom, 5 droppings behind the old mixer on the floor of the basement storage area and 10 droppings under a storage table against the wall. Observed 1 mouse dropping inside of the pizza oven ledge, 4 droppings in the food prep area corner under the dough sheeter, 5 droppings under the corner of the bar under the 3-compartment sink, 5 droppings under the 1-door cooler at the bar area, 2 droppings at the corner of the stage on the floor, 5 droppings in and around the rear fireplace area, 5 droppings behind the vending machine, 1 dropping against the wall in the dining area and 7 droppings on the keg platform inside of the side entrance door near the staircase to the 2nd floor. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings from all affected areas. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity throughout. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
- 49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Clean the grease on the bottom shelf of the basement food prep table where oil is stored.
- 51
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Repair the drain line plumbing leak beneath the hand washing sink in the men's washroom.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Seal gaps and openings in the walls where rodent entry is possible and where stuffed with steel wool especially in the food prep area. Repair the opening in the drywall around the mop sink faucet in the rear storage room.
- 38
- PassJun 12, 2026Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- FailJun 8, 2026Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- 28
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
Observed cleaning supplies and raid stored next to plates. Instructed manager to relocate cleaning supplies and to remove unapproved pesticide (raid) from premises. Priority violation 7-38-015.
- 37
Food properly labeled; original container
3-602.11(a; b:1-4,6,7; c; d) must label all dry storage containers with common name.
- 38
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Observed more than 100 droppings throughout facility. Including in cavity of pizza oven, basement area, music school area near walk in cooler , former crawl space by the bar, motor housings of coolers, and underneath shelving in kitchen. Instructed manager to service all areas affected by pests. Remove all droppings and clean surfaces. Pest control service required. Priority violation 7-38-020(a).
- 49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
4-602.13 clean the interior of the prep and bar coolers and freezers. Clean the rolling carts and stainless steel trays on the carts and prep tables. Clean the interior of unused dishwashing machine. Clean all soiled utensils stored on the storage shelves.
- 52
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Observed inadequate waste water disposal at bar three compartment sink. Whenever hand adjacent hand washing sink is ran, water backs up into the compartments of the 3 compartment sink. Instructed manager to service 3 compartment sink. Priroity violation 7-38-030(c).
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Observed hole in floor behind 2 door prep cooler near kitchen window. Instructed manager to seal hole. Seal all holes in floors and walls.
- 28
- FailMay 27, 2026ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
- 2
City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
Observed no city of Chicago food sanitation certificate posted on the premises. Management instructed that a certified food manager must be present with a valid city of Chicago food sanitation certificate at all times while tcs foods are being prepared or served. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012. Citation issued.
- 10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Observed no hand washing signs posted at the exposed hand washing sinks in the bar and food prep areas. Management instructed to provide at all hand washing sinks.
- 36
Thermometers provided & accurate
No visible thermometer observed inside of the refrigerator behind the front counter. Management instructed to provide visible thermometers inside of all prep coolers.
- 37
Food properly labeled; original container
Must label all dry storage containers with common name.
- 38
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Observed a 1/2" gap along the bottom of the right side double exit door leading out to hamilton avenue. Management instructed to rodent proof all outer openings.
- 38
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Observed a rodent infestation throughout the premises. Observed approx. 1000 mouse droppings throughtout the food prep area, dishwashing area, bar area, behind the front counter, dining room, music and art classrooms, washrooms, basement and rear storage area. Observed droppings on the rolling carts in the food prep and dishwash areas, in the panels beneath the pizza oven, on the floor underneath the unused dishwashing machine, behind the 1-door freezer and rolling carts, under the beverage cooler and behind the bar coolers in the bar area, along the walls of the dining room and behind the music vending machine, in the dining room fireplaces, on the floor of the rear storage area, on the floor of the music and art classrooms, in the washrooms, and in the storage areas in the basement on the food prep tables where dry food is stored and on the floor throughout the basement storage area, in the motor housings of the unused and used coolers and freezers. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings throughout the premises. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity throughout. Priority violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
- 44
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Must invert or cover all clean equipment and utensils stored in the food prep area.
- 49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Clean the interior of the prep and bar coolers and freezers. Clean the rolling carts and stainless steel trays on the carts and prep tables. Clean the interior of the deep fryer and unused dishwashing machine. Clean all soiled utensils stored on the storage shelves.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Remove the excessive clutter on the floor and corners of the basement leading to pest harborage conditions.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Observed untreated sections of drywall above the pizza oven. Management instructed to paint or cover with a smooth and easily cleanable surface. Observed walls and ceilings of the prep and dishwash areas with chipped paint. Management instructed to scrape and repaint. Also observed gaps between the wall and floor in the dishwashing and food prep area. Management instructed to seal all openings to prevent pest harborage conditions. Regrout the floor tiles in front of the pizza oven where missing. Repair the open drywall section behind the door to the rear storage area.
- 57
All food employees have food handler training
Observed no food handler training certificates provided. Management instructed that all food handling employees must show a valid food handler training certificate.
- 58
Allergen training as required
Observed no allergen training certificates provided for the certified food manager(s). Management instructed that all certified food managers must show valid proof of allergen training.
- 2
- No verdictMar 12, 2026ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
- PassNov 13, 2025Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- FailNov 7, 2025Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- 36
Thermometers provided & accurate
: 4-204.112(b)--- missing internal thermometers inside pizza prep cooler and one door refrigerator. Must provide.
- 38
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
6-501.111-- observed approximately over 75 mice droppings in the following areas: on clean dish storage shelving in the hallway between the kitchen and the bar, behind the prep table next to the basement stairwell, on the stairs leading to the basement, along baseboard behind the deep fryer. Instructed to remove all droppings, sanitize all affected areas and recommend having pest control co. Service for mice. Last service noted 9-10-25. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.
- 44
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
4-803.11--- soiled linens improperly stored in the dish machine scrapper sink. Must properly store in a sealed container.
- 47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
: 4-101.11(b, c, d, e)--- the interior of the one door refrigeration and freezer unit in the walkway between the bar and the kitchen in poor repair with exposed insulation and repaired with duct tape. Instructed to properly repair to be smooth and cleanable or replace.
- 48
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
4-302.13--- no chlorine chemical test strips on site to monitor sanitizing at the three compartment sink. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 citation issued.
- 49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
4-602.13--- observed dirty dishes with encrusted food debris at the three compartment sink, dirty fryer basket at the deep fryer from two days prior service. Instructed to clean after each day to prevent pest harboring. 4-601.11(b)--- noted food encrusted table top can opener. Instructed to clean after each use.
- 51
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
: 5-205.15--- dripping/leaking pipe under the dish washing machine onto the floor. Instructed to repair.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-201.13--- noted holes and openings in the baseboard walls in the following areas: under and around the dish machine, under the dish room three compartment sink, along steps leading to the basement, behind the deep fryer on the cooks line.----also hole noted in the bricks in the ceiling next to the exhaust hood. Instructed to seal all. : 6-201.11---- missing floor drain cover under the unused dish washing machine. Must replace.
- 60
Previous core violation corrected
8-404.13(b:4)--- previous core violations from report #2609531 on 12-20-24 not corrected. #37--observed bulk containers in the kitchen food prep area without a label. Instructed to provide the common name on all bulk containers to properly identify item (salt, sugar, flour etc).#49--instructed to detail clean tops/bottoms of prep tables,rolling utility carts, food storage containers,kitchen storage racks,interior and exterior of the freezer and prep coolers, stove and oven,and deep fryer also,storage shelves behind the front service counters and maintain.#55--instructed to repair broken corners of wall tiles next to the 3-compartment sink area so that the wall is smooth,easily cleanable and maintain.#55-: instructed to detail clean and organize basement and remove unnecessary items/articles/equipments from basement storage areas due to potential pest harborage and elevate mops,brooms cleaning equipments off the floor at least 6" inches to facilitate cleaning. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090 citation issued.
- 36
- FailNov 4, 2025CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- 10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
No hot water available at the dish/prep hand washing sink. Hot handle stripped and unable to turn on and off. Missing cold water handle on the bar hand washing sink. A clamp being used to turn on and off the cold water. Instructed to provide hot water at prep/dish hand sink and replace the cold water handle on the bar hand washing sink. Priority violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued.
- 33
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Cooks line pizza prep cooler unable to maintain adequate temperature. Cooler noted at 55.4f. No foods inside the cooler at this time. Cooler tagged held for inspection and must not use until repaired, maintains a temperature of 41f or below and c.d.p.h contacted for tag removal. Priority violation 7-38-005.
- 36
Thermometers provided & accurate
Missing internal thermometers inside pizza prep cooler and one door refrigerator. Must provide.
- 38
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Observed approximately over 75 mice droppings in the following areas: on clean dish storage shelving in the hallway between the kitchen and the bar, behind the prep table next to the basement stairwell, on the stairs leading to the basement, along baseboard behind the deep fryer. Instructed to remove all droppings, sanitize all affected areas and recommend having pest control co. Service for mice. Last service noted 9-10-25. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.
- 44
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Soiled linens improperly stored in the dish machine scrapper sink. Must properly store in a sealed container.
- 47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
The interior of the one door refrigeration and freezer unit in the walkway between the bar and the kitchen in poor repair with exposed insulation and repaired with duct tape. Instructed to properly repair to be smooth and cleanable or replace.
- 48
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
No chlorine chemical test strips on site to monitor sanitizing at the three compartment sink. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 citation issued.
- 49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Noted food encrusted table top can opener. Instructed to clean after each use.
- 49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Observed dirty dishes with encrusted food debris at the three compartment sink, dirty fryer basket at the deep fryer from two days prior service. Instructed to clean after each day to prevent pest harboring.
- 51
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Dripping/leaking pipe under the dish washing machine onto the floor. Instructed to repair.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Noted holes and openings in the baseboard walls in the following areas: under and around the dish machine, under the dish room three compartment sink, along steps leading to the basement, behind the deep fryer on the cooks line.----also hole noted in the bricks in the ceiling next to the exhaust hood. Instructed to seal all.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Missing floor drain cover under the unused dish washing machine. Must replace.
- +1 more
- 10
- No verdictOct 17, 2025Non-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- PassDec 20, 2024Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- 37
Food properly labeled; original container
3-302.12--observed bulk containers in the kitchen food prep area without a label. Instructed to provide the common name on all bulk containers to properly identify item (salt, sugar, flour etc).
- 49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
4-602.13--instructed to detail clean tops/bottoms of prep tables,rolling utility carts, food storage containers,kitchen storage racks,interior and exterior of the freezer and prep coolers, stove and oven,and deep fryer also,storage shelfs behind the front service counters and maintain.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.114--instructed to detail clean and organize rear utility mop sink room and remove unnecessary items/articles/equipments from basement storage areas due to potential pest harborage and elevate mops,brooms cleaning equipments off the floor at least 6" inches to facilitate cleaning.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-201.17--instructed to detail clean walls of the kitchen food prep area and bar area to remove food splashed debris and remove accumulation of grease/dust build-up on wall exhaust fan in the dishwashing area and maintain.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.11--instructed to remove peeling paint debris from section of ceiling in the dishwashing area and repair broken corners of wall tiles next to the 3-compartment sink area so that the wall and ceiling area is smooth,easily cleanable and maintain. Instructed to seal openings at corner area leading to the basement front staircase.
- 56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
4-202.18-- instructed to detail clean the kitchen exhaust hood/filters to remove accumulation of dusts and maintain.
- 37
- FailDec 13, 2024ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
- 37
Food properly labeled; original container
Observed bulk containers in the kitchen food prep area without a label. Instructed to provide the common name on all bulk containers to properly identify item (salt, sugar, flour etc).
- 38
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Observed evidence of pest activity on the premises.approximately 25 rodent (rat) droppings on the steps and floor of the rear basement staircase and approximately 45 rodent (mice) droppings on the floor in rear 1st floor cluttered music rooms.instructed to detail clean and sanitize and remove all rodent droppings from all affected areas.additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity.priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a),citation issued.
- 47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Observed stained cutting boards in the kitchen food prep areas.instructed to resurface or replace the cutting boards and maintain.
- 49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Instructed to detail clean tops/bottoms of prep tables,rolling utility carts, food storage containers,kitchen storage racks,interior and exterior of the freezer and prep coolers, stove and oven,and deep fryer also,storage shelfs behind the front service counters and maintain.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Instructed to detail clean and organize rear utility mop sink room and remove unnecessary items/articles/equipments from basement storage areas due to potential pest harborage and elevate mops,brooms cleaning equipments off the floor at least 6" inches to facilitate cleaning.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Instructed to detail clean walls of the kitchen food prep area and bar area to remove food splashed debris and remove accumulation of grease/dust build-up on wall exhaust fan in the dishwashing area and maintain.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Instructed to remove peeling paint debris from section of ceiling in the dishwashing area and repair broken corners of wall tiles next to the 3-compartment sink area so that the wall and ceiling area is smooth,easily cleanable and maintain. Instructed to seal openings at corner area leading to the basement front staircase.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Instructed to detail clean and maintain floors with grease and dried food debris accumulation along the walls and in all corners throughout kitchen prep area especially under and around cooking equipments .
- 56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Instructed to detail clean the kitchen exhaust hood/filters to remove accumulation of dusts and maintain.
- 37
- No verdictNov 19, 2024Non-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- PassNov 28, 2023Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- FailNov 17, 2023CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- 38
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Observed over 50 rodent droppings throughout the facility, in the kitchen, in the storage area, in the basement, and behind wall space in the bar. Instructed manager to service all areas affected by pests. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.
- 49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Observed grease build up on fryers and surrounding equipment; observed debris build up on interior of coolers. Instructed manager to clean.
- 58
Allergen training as required
Observed certified food manager with no food allergen training. Instructed manager to comply with requirements.
- 38
- No verdictOct 31, 2023Non-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- No verdictOct 20, 2023Non-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- PassOct 26, 2022CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- 10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Instructed to provide handwashing signage at handsink in prep area and in bar area.
- 16
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Instructed to clean and maintain interior surfaces of ice machine with calcium build-up.
- 37
Food properly labeled; original container
Instructed to label food storage containers identified with common name (flour, salt, sugar, bread crumbs etc).
- 49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Instructed to clean and maintain storage racks with black mold like build-up inside reach-in cooler in prep/cooking area.
- 49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Instructed to detail clean and maintain interior surfaces of prep and reach-in cooler with dried food debris accumulation.
- 51
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Instructed to repair loose faucet (hot) handle at 3 compartment sink in prep area.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Instructed to clean and maintain floors along the walls and in all corners in rear prep/cooking area.
- 10
- No verdictOct 12, 2022Non-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- ConditionalSep 24, 2021CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- 49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Detail clean the interior of the deep fryer, prep cooler, stove, prep table and rolling cart next to the 3 compartment sink.
- 51
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Repair the leak at the drain line for the 3 compartment sink at the bar.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Repair the broken corners of the wall tiles in the dish washing area so that the wall is smooth and easily cleanable. Scrape and repaint the ceiling in the dish washing area with chipped paint.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Clean the walls of the food prep area especially behind the pizza prep station.
- 60
Previous core violation corrected
Previous core violation from report #2312675 on 9/20/19 not corrected: 58 - noted certified food managers on duty with no allergen training certification. Instructed management that all food service managers are required to have the allergen training certification. Priority foundation 7-42-090.
- 49
- No verdictApr 21, 2021Non-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- ConditionalSep 20, 2019CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- 3
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Observed no employees health policy.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation-7-38.010-no citation issued)
- 5
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Observed no clean-up of vomiting and diarrhea procedure and clean-up kit on premises during inspection. Instructed to have said procedure along with required equipment for clean-up. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued. 7-38-005
- 23
Proper date marking and disposition
Observed no proper date marking on tcs foods stored inside of coolers for more than 24 hours.must provide and maintain.( priority foundation-no citation issued)7-38-005
- 37
Food properly labeled; original container
All bulk and working food ingredient containers must be labeled with contents name must label food storage containers when food is not in original package
- 41
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Observed wiping cloths stored on 3 compartment sink. Management instructed to store wet wiping cloths in a container of sanitizer or in dry location
- 47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Noted torn rubber gasket inside the door to 2 door cooler. Instructed to repair and maintain and/or replace.
- 49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Must clean and maintain clean shelving under kitchen food prep table
- 53
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Must provide toilet room receptacle with cover for sanitary napkins in lady's bathroom
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Must remove al unnecessary items from kitchen dish washing area
- 57
All food employees have food handler training
Observed no food handler's training certification from employee. Instructed that all employee's must comply with food handler's training in accordance with the food handling regulation enforcement act.
- 58
Allergen training as required
Noted certified food managers on duty with no allergen training certification. Instructed management that all food service managers are required to have the allergen training certification.
- 3
- No verdictSep 12, 2019CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- No verdictJan 8, 2019CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- PassApr 30, 2018Short Form ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
- 32
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Ripped off rubber gasket on the doors of the 2 door reach in cooler and 2 door reach in freezer. Must repair and maintain.
- 34
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Must clean the floor under the 2 compt sink in the ice cream section and maintain.
- 35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Missing wall tiles in the mop sink wall. Must repair and maintain.
- 38
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Missing wall tiles in the mop sink wall. Must repair and maintain.
- 32
- PassMar 15, 2018ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
- 32
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Ripped off rubber gasket on the doors of the 2 door reach in cooler and 2 door reach in freezer. Must repair and maintain.
- 34
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Must clean the floor under the 2 compt sink in the ice cream section and maintain.
- 35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Missing wall tiles in the mop sink wall. Must repair and maintain.
- 38
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Install a dipper well in the ice cream section and maintain.
- 32
- No verdictMar 2, 2018ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
- PassDec 19, 2017ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
- 32
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Observed raw wooden surfaces on south wall/window in kitchen area.instructed to seal all raw wooden surfaces using a non-toxic finish and maintain.
- 36
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Observed missing light shields for light bulbs at kitchen hood.instructed to provide light shields or shatter-proof light bulbs and maintain.
- 40
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Instructed to provide and maintain visible thermometers in all refrigeration units.
- 32
- No verdictAug 9, 2017ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
- No verdictJul 13, 2017ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
- PassMay 15, 2017Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- 32
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Observed torn gaskets at the kitchen 2 door cooler.instructed to replace and maintain.
- 35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Remove dusts accumulations on walls/ceilings above the kitchen pizza oven and seal noticeable openings on walls in basement rear storage room and provide missing filters above the kitchen cooking equipments and maintain.
- 32
- FailMay 4, 2017CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- 2
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Facilities not maintaining proper temperature.observed a 2 door prep line cooler with an air temperature of 80.0f.this cooler is used to store potentially hazardous foods such as mozzarella cheese,pepperoni,ham etc.this said cooler is tagged held for inspection.must empty said cooler and have it repaired so that it maintains an air temperature of 40f or below at all times. Critical citation 7-38-005(a).
- 3
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Potentially hazardous foods stored at improper temperatures inside the 2 door prep line cooler.observed pesto sauce at 74.1f,mozzarella cheese 66.8f-67.6f,ham at 78.9f,pepperoni at 72.1f,cream sauce at 71.5f,sausage at 77.8f,sliced mushrooms at 79.0f,sliced green bell peppers at 74.5f.all potentially hazardous foods must be maintained at 40f or below at all times.critical citation 7-38-005(a).
- 18
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Observed evidence of mice droppings on the premises.approximately 20 mice droppings along the floors near the dishwashing 3 compartment sink and rear of refrigeration units and open toxic bait bags and 30 approximately 30 mice droppings in rear dining/game room areas/fire place and on along floors/walls behind the piano also,approximately 15 mice droppings in basement areas around the grease box and in room beneath the staircase and on storage shelvings.the rear exit door is not insect/rodent-proofed approximately 1/4" mode of entry at bottom of said door.instructed to detail clean and sanitize all affected areas and make said doors tight fitting all across the bottoms/sides to prevent pest-entry and pest control service is now reccomended,toxic item bait bags must be enclosed inside a bait box and maintained in a sanitary manner.serious violation 7-38-020.
- 32
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Observed torn gaskets at the kitchen 2 door cooler.instructed to replace and maintain.
- 33
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Detail lean interiors/exteriors of coolers,rolling utility shelvings,sides of hot cooking equipments,shelvings behind front counters,upper panel of ice maker,bottoms of prep tables and maintain.
- 34
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Floors along walls and in all corners throughout the premises require a detail cleaning including basement areas and maintain.
- 35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Remove dusts accumulations on walls/ceilings above the kitchen pizza oven and seal noticeable openings on walls in basement rear storage room and provide missing filters above the kitchen cooking equipments and maintain.
- 36
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Obsrved burnt-out light bulb at kitchen hood.instructed to replace and maintain.
- 38
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Observed water leaks at drain pipe beneath the dishwashing 3 compartment sink and provide missing stoppers fir bar 3 compartment sink and maintain.
- 40
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Instructed to replace broken thermometer inside the 2 door prep line cooler and maintain.
- 41
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Elevate stored items throughout the premises at least 6" inches of the floor/wall for easier cleaning and maintain.
- 2
- No verdictApr 20, 2017CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- PassDec 22, 2016Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- 36
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Found lights not shielded properly above pizza preparation areas(glass covers). Must be shatterproof covers.
- 38
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Found no backflow prevention device at ice machine waterline. Must provide.
- 36
- FailDec 15, 2016CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- 18
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Found evidence of mice at premises. Observed about 50 mice droppings along walls at dishwashing areas and basement. Serious violation. 7-38-020.
- 31
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Found food containers not stored properly. Must store inverted.
- 32
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Found following not clean: tables, sinks, table tops, shelving units, and counters. Must clean and sanitize all mentioned.
- 34
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Found floors not clean throughout premises. Must clean and sanitize floors at all preparation areas and basement.
- 35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Found wall and ceiling in poor repair(exposed plaster)at main kitchen. Must repair.
- 36
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Found lights not shielded properly above pizza preparation areas(glass covers). Must be shatterproof covers.
- 38
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Found no backflow prevention device at ice machine waterline. Must provide.
- 41
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Found clutter at rear restaurant areas that must be removed. Old clothes, toys, garbage, etc. Must dispose of properly.
- 18
- No verdictSep 30, 2016CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- PassJun 16, 2015Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- 35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Ceiling in rear ice cream prep area, not smooth and easily cleanable, instructed to provide a surface thats smooth and easily clean,
- 45
Food handler requirements met
No food handler training in Illinois certificates at this time of inspection, must provide,
- 35
- FailJun 9, 2015CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- 29
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Continued non compliance on previous orders issued, dated 09/24/2014, report #1497085 for violation listed below, 30 foods inside reach-in coolers and bulk storage containers not labeled. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers. 33 storage shelves, storage racks, deep freezers, cooking equipment, 2 compartment sinks, coolers and door ledge and unused equipment in prep area not clean. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize all equipment and food contact surfaces. 34 floor through-out prep area and basement not clean. Instructed to detail clean daily and remove food debris. 35 coving not maintained along wall base in prep. Leading down basement stairs and basement. Instructed to install missing and damaged coving. Several holes noted in walls throughout premises. Instructed to seal all openings. 41 unnecessary articles stored in basement and rear storage rooms and unused walk-in cooler. Instructed to remove all unused articles and elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall. Serious citation issued: 7-42-090
- 32
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Missing door lid to chester freezer, instructed to provide,
- 35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Ceiling in rear ice cream prep area, not smooth and easily cleanable, instructed to provide a surface thats smooth and easily clean,
- 38
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Leaking faucet under exposed hand sink, instructed to repair, and push down handle in both bathrooms in poor repair, instructed to repair and better maintain,
- 45
Food handler requirements met
No food handler training in Illinois certificates at this time of inspection, must provide,
- 29
- PassSep 24, 2014CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- 30
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Foods inside reach-in coolers and bulk storage containers not labeled. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
- 31
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Multi use utensils and pots not properly stored. Instructed to invert containers to prevent contamination before use and/or remove utensils from table.
- 32
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Cover on deep freezer in prep area not maintained. Instructed to replace missing glass cover.
- 33
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Exhaust hood and filters, storage shleves, storage racks, deep freezers, cooking equipment, sinks, interior ice machine parts, coolers and door ledge and unused equipment in prep area not clean. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize all equipment and food contact surfaces.
- 34
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Floor through-out prep area and basement not clean. Instructed to detail clean daily and remove food debris. Floor drain near ice machine and open pit next to utility sink not maintained. Instructed to provide cover for all open floor drains.
- 35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Coving not maintained along wallbase in prep. Leading down basement stairs and basement. Instructed to install missing and damaged coving. Several holes noted in walls throught-out premises. Instructed to seal all openings.
- 38
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Backflow preventer not installed on ice machine. Instructed to install backflow preventer and elevate ice machine drainline from floor drain.
- 41
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Unnecessary articles stored in basement and rear storage rooms and unused walk-in cooler. Instructed to remove all unused articles and elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.
- 43
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in sanitize holder or container.
- 30
- No verdictSep 8, 2014CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- PassSep 13, 2013CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- 30
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Prep foods inside the storage cooler not labeled; instructed to date/label and maintain.
- 31
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Clean multi-use utensils improperly stored; instructed to properly storage/invert to prevent contamination.
- 33
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Food debris on equipment; instructed to clean/sanitize; coolers, freezers, cooking equipment, hot holding boxes, bottom panels of prep tables, mop sink and storage shelves under front serving counter.
- 38
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Observed leaky pipe under 3 compartment sink in main kitchen; instructed to repair.
- 41
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Observed clutter at rear storage rooms; instructed to remove unnecessary articles, clean and organize to prevent pest harborage. Articles must be stored off floors, away from walls.
- 30
- ConditionalNov 29, 2012License Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- 8
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Dishmachine not dispensing sanitizer. Must provide proper level of sanitizer. Machine tagged 'held for inspection'. Must complete all utensil sanitation at 3 compartment sink.
- 11
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Employee washroom in basement not properly designed/installed. Washroom must be completely enclosed, with a self-closing door. Install handsink with hot and cold running water. Floors, walls and ceiling must be smooth and easily cleanable. Must install exhaust fan. Or remove toilet and cap plumbing. Facilities tagged 'held for inspection'. May not use until approved by cdph. Must use 1st floor washrooms.
- 12
Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
No exposed hand sink in far rear service station with 3 compartment sink installed. Area may not be used for food handling/utensil washing unless exposed hand sink is installed. Contact cdph for approval prior to using area.
- 31
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Must store all clean pots/pans inverted, upside-down.
- 32
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Must seal the raw wood under the front counter of the service station.
- 33
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Must clean in detail and maintain the following: all cooking equipments, coolers, shelving/counters, deep fryer, dishes, utensils, exposed sink and 3 compartment sinks.
- 34
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Must install a 4" coving throughout the prep areas 1st floor and in the basement. Must clean and maintain the floors throughout. Remove all litter and debris.
- 35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Must seal all the gaps in between the walls and ceiling and around pipes in the prep area basement and 1st floor prep areas. Repair the cracked walls in the prep area basement. Finish the walls in the 1st and basement prep area to be smooth, easily cleanable and non-absorbant.
- 38
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
No ventilation hoood over broiler. Must install hood or remove broiler. 2 urinals in mens washroom in poor repair. Must repair and maintain plumbing (washroom has 2 working toilets).
- 8
- FailOct 19, 2012LicenseRisk 1 (High)
- 2
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
All coolers must maintain a temperature of 40f or below. Freezer at 0f or below.
- 10
Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Waste water backing up at the 1st compartment sink of the 3 compartment sink. Must repair.
- 18
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Exit door with over 1/4 of an inch gap on the bottom of the door. Instructed to rodent/insect proof the door.
- 24
Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Must install a drain board on the 3 compartment sink.
- 32
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Must seal the raw wood under the front counter of the service station. Must provide lid for the ice bin in the service station. Must install a splashguard between the 3 compartmnet sink and the exposed hand sink in the dishwashing/prep area ist floor.
- 33
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Must clean in detail the following: all cooking equipments, coolers, deep fryer, dishes, utensils,exposed sink and 3 compartment sink.
- 34
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Must install a coving 4" throughout the prep area in the basement. Must clean the floor throughout the rear area.
- 35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Must seal all the gaps in between the walls and ceiling and around pipe in the prep area basement and ist floor prep area. Repair the cracked walls in the prep area basement. Finish the walls in the 1st and basement prep area.
- 40
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Must provide visible thermometer in all coolers and freezer.
- 70
No smoking regulations
Must post "no smoking" signs inside the estbalishment and on the entrance front and exit door.
- 2
Fails sit above the line, passes below. Every inspection the city has published for this licence.
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What it gets cited for
- 3818×
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- 5518×
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- 4913×
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- 3210×
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
- 3510×
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
- 367×
Thermometers provided & accurate
- 347×
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
- 376×
Food properly labeled; original container
Counted across every inspection on record here. A code that keeps coming back is the more telling signal.
Source
Published by the Chicago Department of Public Health as Food Inspections, updated weekly. This page shows every row the city holds under licence 2121437 — a business that changed hands may carry history from its predecessor.