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Sydney Marovitz Golf Course

3600 N Recreation Dr, Chicago 60613

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Latest verdictFailAug 25, 2026 · 1 month ago
Inspections26since Apr 14, 2011
Fail rate48.0%12 of 25 verdictscitywide 22.4% · above average
City risk ratingHigh riskWhat this kind of business could do if it went wrong — not a grade it earned.

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

  • Pass28%
  • Conditional24%
  • Fail48%
26 inspections from 2011 to 2026 · hover a mark
20112013201520172019202120232025
  1. FailAug 25, 2026Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
    1. 50

      Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

      5-103.12 observed several porta-pottys located outside of the women's washroom with no hand washing facilities provided. The women's washroom is locked and inaccessible due to plumbing issues. Management instructed to provide water under pressure to all fixtures required to use water. Priority violation 7-38-030(c).

    2. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      6-501.11 observed gaps and openings in the frp board at the corner of the food prep area next to the deep fryer and exposed hand washing sink. Management instructed to repair.

    3. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      6-501.12 observed spider webs on the ceiling of the food prep area above food equipment. Management instructed to clean and remove.

  2. PassSep 3, 2025Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
    1. 45

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

      Observed boxes of food stored on floor inside walk-in freezer. Must elevate food items of the floor and maintain at all times.

    2. 47

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

      Observed rusty food storage shelving the rear outside walk-in cooler. Instructed to remove rust and repaint or replace shelving.

    3. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Observed big opening into ceiling above prep table in main food preparation area also observed plasters fallen off on wall leading to basement. Must repair seal openings maintain facility in a good repair. Must be smooth and easily cleanable. Observed dirt and food debris on walls behind cooking equipment on pipes, behind dishwashing area and front entrance door to food prep area. Must clean and maintain. Observed excess grease and dirt byuild up on floor throughout dishwashing area and floor under around and behind cooking equipment. Observed peeling paint on walls throughout basement. Must repaint and maintain. Observed dirt and debris on basement floor. Must clean and maintain.

    4. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Observed damage missing and broken floor tiles in front of cooking equipment in food preparation area. Must repair/replace and maintain facility in a good repair.

  3. FailAug 26, 2025CanvassRisk 1 (High)
    1. 1

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

      Observed person in charge unable to provide city of Chicago food service sanitation certificate. Priority foundation violation.

    2. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Observed no city of Chicago certified food service manager on site nor city of Chicago certificate posted on premises while tcs foods are being prepared and served such as chicken tenders, hamburgers, hummus and veggie platter, chicken wings, hamburgers etc. Instructed above to operate with a city of Chicago food service manager at all times foods are prepared and served. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012. Citation issued.

    3. 3

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

      Observed no written employee health policy on premises. Management instructed to provide a signed employee health policy for each employee. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010 citation issued.

    4. 5

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

      Observed no clean up procedure or supplies on premises to respond to vomit and diarrheal events. Instructed to provide both. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 citation issued.

    5. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      Observed no hand soap provided at the exposed hand washing sink in rear kitchen food preparation area and rear exposed hand washing sink in rer prep area and front bar area. Instructed management that hand soap must be provided at all hand sinks at all times. Management provided hand soap during inspection. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

    6. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      Observed no hand paper towels provided at the exposed hand washing sink in rear food preparation area and front bar area. Instructed management that hand papers towels must be provided at all hand washing sinks at all times. Management provided paper towels during inspection. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Consolidated with above violation.

    7. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      Observed exposed hand washing sink in front bar area not accessible for use. Sink blocked with a 2-door display cooler. Management remove cooler to the side. Instructed management the hand washing sink must be accessible for hand washing at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Consolidated with aboe violations.

    8. 16

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

      Observed interior of ice chute and entire interior surfaces of ice machine behind panel with excessive black and brown mold like substance. Ice is used forhuman consumption. Instructed to disposed of ice and clean and sanitize interior surfaces of ice machine. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 citation issued.

    9. 25

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

      Menu does not disclose and inform consumers the specific menu items that are raw or undercooked a potential hazard of consuming such food such as hamburgers. Instructed to provide a consumer advisory that discloses and reminds consumers of such items. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

    10. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      Observed approximately 40 live small flying insects on walls and ceiling on kitchen food prep area, dishwashing area and inside the unisex employee washroom. Also observed 7 live large house flies flying around food prep areas and inside washroom.must clean and sanitized affected areas. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate flyng insect problem. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

    11. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      Ourt openings not protected. Observed front entrance door not rodent proof observed 1/2 inch opening on bottom door. Must reapir make door rodent proof to prevent pest entry.

    12. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      Management unable to provide a complete pest control log book. Instructed above must have a complete pest control log book on premises containing recent invoices. License pest comtrol idph license copy, map of facility etc. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(c) citation issued.

    13. +16 more
  4. PassOct 28, 2020Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
  5. FailOct 20, 2020Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
    1. 59

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

      Previous priority foundation violation not corrected from 7/15/2020, report #2382978. #51-observed no grease trap at 3 compartment sink must install or provide grease trap location. Priority violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.

  6. FailJul 15, 2020CanvassRisk 1 (High)
    1. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      Observed hand washing sink at bar area with napkins, pens, straws in hand washing bowl blocking and preventing employees from washing hands. Instructed manager to maintain hand sink so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

    2. 22

      Proper cold holding temperatures

      Observed the following food items at improper cold holding temperature in prep cooler in kitchen prep area: beef found at 49.8f, raw chicken found at 54.5f and sliced tomatoes found at 54.3f. Also found two containers of raw chicken in walk in cooler in rear found at improper cold holding temperature of 52.4f. Instructed manager proper cold holding temperature must be at 41.0f or below. Instructed manager to discard and denature food immediately. All food weighing approximately 100 lbs at a cost of $175.00. Priority violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.

    3. 40

      Personal cleanliness

      Observed food handler employee in kitchen preparing food orders without a hairnet. Instructed manager employees must wear hair restraints that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens.

    4. 47

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

      Observed cutting boards in kitchen prep area with dark stains and deep grooves. Instructed to detail clean or replace.

    5. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      Observed heavy grease build up inside of cooking fryers in kitchen prep area. Must detail clean and maintain.

    6. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      Observed heavy ice build up on floors in walk in freezer located outside of building in rear. Must defrost and maintain.

    7. 60

      Previous core violation corrected

      Previous core violation not corrected from 5/15/2019, report #2288890. #51-observed no grease trap at 3 compartment sink must install or provide grease trap location. #56-ventilation (exhaust fan) in employee washroom not working. Must repair and maintain ventilation. Priority foundation violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.

  7. PassMay 15, 2019Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
    1. 51

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

      Observed no grease trap at 3 compartment sink must install or provide grease trap location.

    2. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Floor under rear food prep area hand sink is broken and in poor repair. Must repair floor to be smooth and easily cleanable. Ceiling in liquor/beverage storage room (field house) is in poor repair. Unclean ceiling in basement food/supply storage room. Must clean and maintain ceiling.

    3. 56

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

      Ventilation (exhaust fan) in employee washroom not working. Must repair and maintain ventilation

  8. FailMay 9, 2019Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
    1. 51

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

      Observed no grease trap at 3 compartment sink must install or provide grease trap location.

    2. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Floor under rear food prep area hand sink is broken and in poor repair. Must repair floor to be smooth and easily cleanable. Ceiling in liquor/beverage storage room (field house) is in poor repair. Unclean ceiling in basement food/supply storage room. Must clean and maintain ceiling.

    3. 56

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

      Observed light bulb and light shield needed in main cooking area. Install and maintain.

    4. 56

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

      Ventilation (exhaust fan) in employee washroom not working. Must repair and maintain ventilation

    5. 60

      Previous core violation corrected

      Lower level where ice machine and meat slicer is located (along baseboard walls, corners, etc. In basement where soda boxes are and mop sink with excess water and debris. Instructed to keep floors clean and dry. Priority foundation 7-42-090.

  9. FailMay 7, 2019CanvassRisk 1 (High)
    1. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Observed no original city of Chicago food service managers certificate posted. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012. Must obtain and post certificate(s).

    2. 3

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

      No written employee health policy on site. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010.

    3. 5

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

      No written procedure for employees when responding to a vomiting or diarrheal event. Must provide procedure and necessary supplies. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.

    4. 39

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

      Observed dry food storage in basement on shelves directly under sewer lines. Beer stored under bar 3 compartment sink. Must relocate food and maintain.

    5. 43

      In-use utensils: properly stored

      Observed small cups being stored inside tuna salad and relish. Must remove small cups and only use long handled scoops.

    6. 44

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

      Observed single service items stored in basement stored directly under sewer lines. Must move all single service items and maintain.

    7. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      Observed sides of fryers unclean with excess accumulation of grease. Clean and maintain inside and sides of fryers.

    8. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      Observed interior of ice machine with build up of pink slime on interior panel. Clean sanitize and maintain.

    9. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      Observed excess ice accumulation in walk in freezer. Remove and maintain walk in freezer

    10. 50

      Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

      Observed inadequate hot water found in womens washroom hand sinks at a temperature of 60.8f. Must restore hot water to a minimum of 100f at all times. Priority violation 7-38-030 (c).

    11. 51

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

      Observed leak under sink in employee washroom. Repair and maintain sink.

    12. 51

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

      Observed backflow prevention device needed on mop sink. Install and maintain.

    13. +5 more
  10. ConditionalAug 7, 2018Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
    1. 3

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

      No written employee health policy on site. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012(a).no citation issued

    2. 5

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

      No written procedure for employees when responding to a vomiting or diarrheal event. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.no citation issued.

    3. 23

      Proper date marking and disposition

      All prepared foods in the walk-in coolers must be properly date labeled. Priority violation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

    4. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      South-west exit screen door with an open of 1/4" to 1/2" in gap on the top bottom and sides of doors. Must provide a tight fitting to frame door.

    5. 40

      Personal cleanliness

      All food handlers and dish washers must wear hat.manager provided hats for employee after my request.

    6. 41

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

      Observed wiping cloths being improperly stored throughout the front prep and rear kitchen prep areas. Must properly store.

    7. 43

      In-use utensils: properly stored

      Found knives stored between prep coolers and prep lid(food debris at said area) ,must be stored on a clean portion of the food preparation

    8. 47

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

      Grimes on shelves under the prep table,equipment,vent covers and small window air conditioner with dust build-up,need to clean and maintain

    9. 47

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

      Cutting board at prep cooler with black stains and cuts instructed to repair easy cleaning

    10. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Excess debris on floor throughout premises:prep area(under cooking equipment,coolers etc.)lower level where ice machine and meat slicer is located(along baseboard wall,corners etc).basement were soda boxes and mop sink is located with excess water and debris.instructed to keep floors clean and dry throughout.

    11. 57

      All food employees have food handler training

      Not all food handler has training or certificates on site during the inspection. Must provide.

    12. 58

      Allergen training as required

      Found no approved allergen training in accordance with pa 100-0367 on site. Instructed any person with city of Chicago food service sanitation certificate to comply with allergen training. Priority foundation violation pa 100-0367 no citation issued

  11. FailJul 30, 2018CanvassRisk 1 (High)
    1. 1

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

      Manager in the kitchen on duty at present time not completely knowing all food/non food regulation: setting up three compartment sink,hand washing etc. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued.

    2. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      No valid city of Chicago food service sanitation certificate on premises while handling tcs food and rte food:lettuce,tomatoes, hot dogs, chicken,etc.)instructed to provide. Priority foundation:7-38-012

    3. 3

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

      No written employee health policy on site. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012(a).no citation issued.

    4. 5

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

      No written procedure for employees when responding to a vomiting or diarrheal event. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.no citation issued.

    5. 8

      Hands clean & properly washed

      Observed 4 employees(cooks) in prep area with gloved hands putting on a hat and pushed hair under the hat,removed gloves and without hand washing gloved their hands again and handled food(chicken,hot dog,etc.) and clean equipment(cutting board,plates etc)information given on hand washing and gloves procedure priority violation:7-38-010. Citation issued

    6. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      No paper towel provided at handwashing sink in prep area,no soap provided at other hand washing sink lower level by the meat slicer/three compartment sink.upon my request management provided soap and paper towels. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

    7. 16

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

      Observed three compartment sink in dish room not properly set with sanitizer while dishes were being washed and dried.upon my request sink was properly set up:wash,rinse and sanitize. Priority violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

    8. 23

      Proper date marking and disposition

      All prepared foods in the walk-in coolers must be properly date labeled. Priority violation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

    9. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      South-west exit screen door with an open of 1/4" to 1/2" in gap on the top bottom and sides of doors. Must provide a tight fitting to frame door.

    10. 40

      Personal cleanliness

      All food handlers and dish washers must wear hat.manager provided hats for employee after my request.

    11. 41

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

      Observed wiping cloths being improperly stored throughout the front prep and rear kitchen prep areas. Must properly store.

    12. 43

      In-use utensils: properly stored

      Found knives stored between prep coolers and prep lid(food debris at said area) ,must be stored on a clean portion of the food preparation

    13. +8 more
  12. ConditionalJul 18, 2017CanvassRisk 1 (High)
    1. 2

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Found reach in cooler at improper cold holding temperature. 51.2f. Tagged cooler. Critical violation. 7-38-005a.

    2. 3

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Found potentially hazardous food at improper cold holding temperature. Found 12 pounds guacamole at 50.5f, 10 pounds polish sausage at 51.4f, and 2 gallonds dressing at 52.7f. Critical violation.7-38-005a. Disposed of 35 pounds of food value at 100 dollars.

    3. 21

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Found no city of Chicago sanitation manager on premises while handling potentially hazardous food. (handles hot dogs, chicken,etc.) serious violation. 7-38-012. Must provide.

    4. 29

      Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

      Found previous minor violation not corrected from report dated 11-10-16 inspection # 1975242 violation 45.foodhandlers at premises with no food handling certificates. Must provide. Serious violation. 7-42-090. Must provide.

    5. 32

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Found reach in freezer door in poor repair(warped door).must repair/replace.

    6. 34

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Found floors not clean at main kitchen. Must repair.

  13. PassNov 10, 2016CanvassRisk 1 (High)
    1. 32

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Observed cutting boards with deep dark grooves in food prep coolers in kitchen area.. Must be sended/bleached or replaced

    2. 33

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Observed dirt in the interior panels of ice machine located in rear food storage area. Must clean and maintain.

    3. 34

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Observed dirt and debris on floor under around and behind all heavy refrigeration units and cooking equipment. Must clean and maintain.

    4. 35

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Observed peeling paint on walls and ceiling in rear prep area, rear storage area and basement. Must repaint and maintain. Observed dirt and debris on walls behind refrigeration units and cooking equipment in rear prep area and rear storage area. Must clean and maintain.

    5. 36

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Observed dirt on light shiels covers in rear prep area and rear storage area. Must clean and maintain.

    6. 37

      Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

      Observed washroom door not self closing. Must make door self closing.

    7. 38

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Observed exposed hand washing sink at the front bar area and kitchen prep area draining slow. Must repair and maintain.

    8. 42

      Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

      Observed employee in food prep area cooking food without a hair restraint. Must wear a hair restraint at all times food is being prepared and served.

    9. 45

      Food handler requirements met

      Foodhandlers at premises with no food handling certificates. Must provide.

  14. ConditionalOct 7, 2016Short Form ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
    1. 12

      Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area

      Found no soap and paper towels at exposed hand sink at main kitchen. Critical violation. Citation issued. 7-38-030. Exposed hand sink supplied with soap and paper towels during inspection.

    2. 21

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Found no city of Chicago sanitation manager on premises while handling potentially hazardous food. (handles hamburgers, chicken,etc.) serious violation citation issued. 7-38-012. Must obtain.

    3. 42

      Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

      Foodhandlers not wearing hair restraints.must obtain.

    4. 45

      Food handler requirements met

      Foodhandlers at premises with no food handling certificates. Must provide.

  15. PassAug 18, 2016Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
    1. 34

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Observed dirt and debris on floor under around and behind all cooking and heavy equipment. Must clean and maintain. Observed standing water in basement dry storage area. Must maintain floor dry at all times to prevent pest breading.

    2. 38

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Observed exposed hand washing sink at front prep area draining slow. Must repair and maintain.

  16. FailAug 11, 2016Short Form ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
    1. 18

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Evidence of improper pest control inside premises. Observed live fruit flies in basement on walls ceiling and storage shelving approximatelly 30 live fruit flies were observed. Instructed to clean and sanitized affected area. Additional pest control service is needed to minimize or eliminate pest problem.7-38-020.

    2. 21

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      No city of Chicago certified food manager on site nor city o Chicago certificate posted on premises when potentially hazrdous foods are being prepared and served such as chicken hamburgers salads, etc. Instructed to operatate with city of Chicago certified food manager at all times potentially hazardous foods are being prepared and served. Serious violation 7-38-012.

    3. 33

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Observed grease build-up on ventilation hood and filters above cooking equipmnet. Must clean and maintain. Observed grease build up on tpo and sides oh cooking equipment. Must clean and maintain

    4. 34

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Observed dirt and debris on floor under around and behind all cooking and heavy equipment. Must clean and maintain. Observed standing water in basement dry storage area. Must maintain floor dry at all times to prevent pest breading.

    5. 35

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Observed grease and dirt on walls behind cooking equipment and rear prep area. Must clean and maintain.

    6. 38

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Observed exposed hand washing sink at front prep area draining slow. Must repair and maintain.

    7. 43

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Observed ice scoops stored on top of ice machine in rear food prep area. Must properly store ice scoops in a clean container to prevent contamination. Observed wiping cloths stored on top of prep tables. Must properly store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use.

  17. PassJun 22, 2016Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
    1. 33

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Observed grease build-up on ventilation hood and filters above cooking equipmnet. Must clean and maintain. Observed grease build up on tpo and sides oh cooking equipment. Must clean and maintain

    2. 34

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Observed dirt and debris on floor under around and behind all cooking and heavy equipment. Must clean and maintain. Observed standing water in basement dry storage area. Must maintain floor dry at all times to prevent pest breading.

    3. 35

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Observed grease and dirt on walls behind cooking equipment and rear prep area. Must clean and maintain.

    4. 38

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Observed exposed hand washing sink at front prep area draining slow. Must repair and maintain.

    5. 43

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Observed ice scoops stored on top of ice machine in rear food prep area. Must properly store ice scoops in a clean container to prevent contamination. Observed wiping cloths stored on top of prep tables. Must properly store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use.

  18. FailJun 16, 2016ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
    1. 3

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Potentially hazardous foods stored at improper temperature. Observed fish on tray on top of prep table in kitchen prep area at 62.f. Business manager immediately and voluntarily discarded and denatured food item aproximately 5lbs of food value of $ 25.00. Must maintain cold foods at 40,0f or below and hot foods 140.0f or above. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).

    2. 11

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained

      No exposed hand washing sink at the lower rear food prep area. Must install an exposed hand sink with hot and cold running water. Instructed to use sink in front prep area for hand washing. Critical violation 7-38-030.

    3. 21

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      No city of Chicago certified food manager on site nor city o Chicago certificate posted on premises when potentially hazrdous foods are being prepared and served such as chicken hamburgers salads, etc. Instructed to operatate with city of Chicago certified food manager at all times potentially hazardous foods are being prepared and served. Serious violation 7-38-012.

    4. 28

      * inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers

      Observed no inspection report summary posted at plain view of establihment customers. Given inspection summary report from today inspection report instructed to posted. Serious violation. 7-42-010(b)

    5. 29

      Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

      Previous minor violations not corrected from 07/20/15 report #1424956 instructed manager all food handlers must be certified with certificates of names of employees on premises. Serious violation 7-42-090.

    6. 33

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Observed grease build-up on ventilation hood and filters above cooking equipmnet. Must clean and maintain. Observed grease build up on tpo and sides oh cooking equipment. Must clean and maintain.

    7. 34

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Observed dirt and debris on floor under around and behind all cooking and heavy equipment. Must clean and maintain. Observed standing water in basement dry storage area. Must maintain floor dry at all times to prevent pest breading.

    8. 35

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Observed grease and dirt on walls behind cooking equipment and rear prep area. Must clean and maintain.

    9. 38

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Observed exposed hand washing sink at front prep area draining slow. Must repair and maintain.

    10. 42

      Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

      Observed employee in food prep area cooking food without a hair restraint. Must wear a hair restraint at all times food is being prepared and served.

    11. 43

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Observed ice scoops stored on top of ice machine in rear food prep area. Must properly store ice scoops in a clean container to prevent contamination. Observed wiping cloths stored on top of prep tables. Must properly store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use.

  19. No verdictJan 14, 2016CanvassRisk 1 (High)
  20. ConditionalJul 20, 2015CanvassRisk 1 (High)
    1. 21

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      No certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods (chicken, fish, etc.) are prepared and served. Instructed manager a certified city of Chicago manager must be on premises while potentially hazardous foods are prepared. Serious violation 7-38-012.

    2. 33

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Observed food debris inside produce reach in prep cooler. Must clean interior of produce cooler.

    3. 35

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Observed spider webbs/debris on walls at 1st floor storage room. Must clean walls and maintain.

    4. 45

      Food handler requirements met

      Instructed manager all food handlers must be certified with certificates of names of employees on premises.

  21. ConditionalJul 8, 2014CanvassRisk 1 (High)
    1. 3

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Found potentially hazardous food at improper temperatures; marinated chicken 49.f, sliced turkey breast 52.8f, hummus 62.8f, and guacomole 49.3f. Food mentioned above was stored in the prep area, reach-in cooler, and cold holding cooler. Manageement voluntarily discarded and denatured 15#'s of food at a value of $50. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).

    2. 29

      Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

      Previous minor violation not corrected from august 26, 2013 report #1106796 : (32) observed a meat slicer on top prep table in rear area,instructed to provide an exposed hand sink if meat slicer is used at that location or relocate unit. Serious violation 7-42-090

    3. 31

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Instructed to store clean plates and bowls upside down to protect against contamination.

    4. 32

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Found the bottom shelf of the reach-in freezer soiled with a brown liquid. Instructed to clean and maintain.

  22. ConditionalSep 3, 2013Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
    1. 21

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Again today,no certified food handler nor a valid city sanitation certificate posted on premises, while potentially hazardous food were handled.instructed a certified food handler must be on premises at all times when potentially hazardous food are handled. Serious violation:7-38-012(a)

    2. 32

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Observed a meat slicer on top prep table in rear area,instructed to provide an exposed hand sink if meat slicer is used at that location or relocate unit.

    3. 33

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Water and debris inside the beer cooler behind bar area.remove water and debris keep clean. Portable fan with dust build-up,instructed to clean. Strong odor of urine inside the men's washroom,instructed to clean and maintain.

    4. 34

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Dust, grease, food debris and other items on floor throughout the premises,need to detail clean corners,along wall,under and behind cooking equipment,under shelves,and coolers.cement floor in rear area not cleanable surface not smooth,instructed to provide a smooth cleanable and non-absorbent surface.

    5. 35

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Wall in rear storage by the juice disdenser surface not smooth,provide a smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent material. Spider webs on wall/ceiling in rear area.wall in kitchen brown in color instructed to paint and remove spider webs.

    6. 37

      Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

      Men's wash room door not self closed instructed to provide a self closing door

    7. 38

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Water pipe under the dumb sink at bar area is leaking instructed to repair. No running hot water provided at first wash bowl by the door in men's,two other wash bowls provided at same area with hot/cold running water.

    8. 40

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Thermometers are not provided inside all coolers ,instructed to provide

    9. 41

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      : dirty linens inside an open laundry bag stored inside the rear door.observed flies inside and around the bag.instructed to relocate bag or provide an enclosed bag. Employees not wearing hair restraint in prep area,instructed to provide

  23. FailAug 26, 2013CanvassRisk 1 (High)
    1. 2

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Reach-in cooler in rear area maintains air temp of 50f,their own thermometer showed same temperature.tagged unit"held for inspection" do not use. Potentially hazardous food were stored inside the unit:milk-chicken hamburgers etc. Other cooling units on premises with proper temperature 40f and below. Critical violation:7-38-005(a)

    2. 3

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Potentially hazardous food at improper tempreature:marinate chicken at temp of 52f.raw hamburger at temp of 49.9f to 50.9f; guacamole at temp of46.7f to 50f; coleslaw at temp of 47.8f; 5 gallons of milk at temp of 51.2f; cooked onions at temp of 56f; cooked peppers at temp of 52f.cooked hot dogs in water at temp of 46.7to 49f. Food mentioned was stored inside the above cooler.food discarded and denatured.pounds 50, value $144. Critical violation:7-38-005(a)

    3. 12

      Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area

      Exposed hand sink in kitchen and bar area not accessible.exposed hand sink in kitchen a shelf with food items,and a garbage container in front of the sink,also 6 burner stove is touching the splash guard,presently 6 burner stove in use,too hot,unable to wash hands.instructed to temporary use wash bowl in staff washroom,located across from prep area. Exposed hand sink in bar area completely covered with unused items,in front of it stools,floor mats,no soap nor paper towels provided at said sink.employee stated sink not used.items removed from inside and front of the sink,soap and paper towels provided. Critical violation:7-38-005(a)

    4. 16

      Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

      Food(ice) not protected during storage,observed interior of ice machine water reservoir with black slime substance dripping into water where ice in made, also black substance on surface of white panel of ice bin,instructed to clean and sanitize unit. Found inside lid liner of display prep cooler with excessive grimes on gray tape.when lid is closed dirty tape touches ready to eat food:lettuces,sliced tomatoes,etc. Instructed to remove tape ,replace/reseal interior of lid liner,use food grade items. Serious violation:7-38-005

    5. 18

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      No proof of pest control log book nor service invoices provided during the inspection. Outer opening not protected, kitchen screen door opened not able to close no handle,and not rodent insect proofed.bottom,side and top of the screen door gaps from 1" to 2". We observed house flies in kitchen and bar area(4 flies) and over 50 small flies in basement area by the dirty(encrusted food and debris inside the sink) mop sink.instructed to provide handle at door,rodent insect proof door,must provide a pest control log book with service,and remove flies insects and small flies from premises. Serious violation: 7-38-020

    6. 21

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      No certified food handler nor valid city sanitation certificate posted on premises, while potentially hazardous food were handled.instructed a certified food handler must be on premises at all times when potentially hazardous food is handled. Serious violation:7-38-012(a)

    7. 26

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed

      No hot water provide at four wash bowls inside the womens' washroom,present hot water temperature of 70.1f to 70.8f.also first washbowl by the door in men's washroom no running hot water,instructed to provide hot water. Serious violation:7-38-030

    8. 32

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Observed a meat slicer on top prep table in rear area,instructed to provide an exposed hand sink if meat slicer is used at that location or relocate unit.

    9. 33

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Water and debris inside the beer cooler behind bar area.remove water and debris keep clean. Portable fan with dust build-up,instructed to clean. Strong odor of urine inside the men's washroom,instructed to clean and maintain.

    10. 34

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Dust, grease, food debris and other items on floor throughout the premises,need to detail clean corners,along wall,under and behind cooking equipment,under shelves,and coolers.cement floor in rear area not cleanable surface not smooth,instructed to provide a smooth cleanable and non-absorbent surface.

    11. 35

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Wall in rear storage by the juice disdenser surface not smooth,provide a smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent material. Spider webs on wall/ceiling in rear area.wall in kitchen brown in color instructed to paint and remove spider webs.

    12. 37

      Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

      Men's wash room door not self closed instructed to provide a self closing door

    13. +3 more
  24. PassNov 23, 2011License Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
  25. FailAug 11, 2011LicenseRisk 1 (High)
    1. 11

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained

      No hot water provided at women's washroom, instructed to provide.critical violation:7-38-030 no citation issued-not operating

    2. 18

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. No pest control log book provided,must provide it.serious violation:7-38-020. No citation issued.

    3. 21

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served.no proof of city sanitation certificate provided on premises.serious violation:7-38-012 -no citation issued.

    4. 34

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. Floor surface not smooth,in bar area instructed to provided it(surface must be smooth,cleaned and non-absorbent material).

    5. 35

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. Seal holes throughout, included around the pipe,caulk around the washbowls in both washrooms.

    6. 36

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. Clean lightshield in storage area.(stains).

    7. 38

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Ventilation: all plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the municipal code of Chicago and the rules and regulations of the board of health. A back flow preventer is needed at mop sink in women's washroom

  26. FailApr 14, 2011License-Task ForceRisk 1 (High)

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

  1. 3813×

    Insects, rodents, & animals not present

  2. 5511×

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  3. 349×

    Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

  4. 38×

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

  5. 518×

    Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  6. 218×

    * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

  7. 358×

    Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

  8. 477×

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

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 2055272 — a business that changed hands may carry history from its predecessor.