Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no handwashing signage in restrooms. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain handwashing signage at all times.

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Observed build up of mold like black substance on interior of ice machine. (ice used for human consumption) instructed person in charge to discard ice, clean and sanitize machine and maintain at all times. Priority foundation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed basement exterior door not tight fitting. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain door tight fitting.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed debris on floor in basement area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

All food employees have food handler training

Observed no food handler certificates on site. Instructed person in charge all food handler employees without manager certificate are required to obtain Illinois food handelr training.

Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

Observed no person in charge present with city of Chicago certified manager certificate.

City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

Observed no certified food manager on site and no certificate posted while (tcs foods) chicken wings and fish etc. Is being prepared/handled.instructed person in charge, that a city of Chicago certified food service manager must be on site at all times when (tcs foods) are prepared, handled, and/or served.priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued.

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

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

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Found no procedure/plan for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed to provide and maintain required procedure/plan and appropriate supplies or kit. (necessary items at a minimum: gloves, face masks, disposable mops and appropriate sanitizer/spray that is egffective against norovirus). Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, citation issued.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no hot running water at the handwashing sink at front prep area water temperature ranging from (72.3f-75.7f). Instructed management handwashing sinks water temperature must be provided of at least 100 f through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Instructed management to repair and maintain as required.priority violation 7-38-030(c), citation issued.

Approved thawing methods used

Observed improper thawing being done on frozen beef.thawing must occur with food being placed in the walk in cooler over night, or under cold running water. Instructed to maintain correct thawing procedures.

Thermometers provided & accurate

Observed no thermometer inside the 3-door prep line refrigeration unit conspicuously posted to monitor the ambient temperature of equipment.instructed to equip all refrigeration units with accurate and working thermometers and maintain.

Food properly labeled; original container

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

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed no licensed pest control logbook available on premises. Instructed to provide a pest control logbook with a complete contents ( contract /service agreement, service report, copy of the idph license, chemicals used etc.) priority foundation violation 7-38-020 (c), citation issued.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed gap opening at bottom of the front entrance door.instructed to make door tight fitting all across the bottom to prevent pest entry and maintain.

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

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

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

Observed no chemical sanitizing test kit to test sanitizer concentration at the dishwashing 3-compartment sink.instructed to provide and a chemical sanitizing test kit on the premises and maintain.priority foundation violation 7-38-005, citation issued.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

No hot running water under city pressure at handwash sinks in toilet room. Instd to provide 100f-120f and maintain on site. Priority violation 7-38-005

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

No sanitizer on site. Instd to provide sanitizer and maintain on site at all time. Priority violation 7-38-005

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Coolers not on at this time. Instd to have on and at 41f or below at all times. Priority violation 7-38-005

Thermometers provided & accurate

No food temperature measuring device on site. Instd to provide and maintain on site. Priority foundation 7-38-005

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

No pest control logbook of proof of service on site. Instd to provide and maintain on site at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a)

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Exposed water lines noted above prep area in basement instd to provide a proper ceiling that is smooth, even and easily cleanable and not exposed to water and sewer lines for possible contamination. Priority foundation 7-38-005

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

No chemical test kit on site for sanitizer. Instd to obtain and maintain on site at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-005 priority foundation

Food properly labeled; original container

Observed packaged salsa displayed for sale in display cooler and not properly labeled with business name, address, ingredients, etc. Instructed manager to properly label all packaged food items displayed for customer service.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed over 100 rat droppings on floor under shelving units, along walls and in all corners in front and rear basement storage areas. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed 1/4" gap at bottom of door leading to outside walk-in cooler and freezer. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry.

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in cooler, freezer and basement storage areas. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed unused articles and equipment stored outside. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items to prevent pest harborage.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed soiled mop head stored on floor. Instructed manager to properly hang mop to dry to prevent insect breeding.

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Observed ventilation fan not operable inside washroom. Instructed manager to repair ventilation fan in washroom.

All food employees have food handler training

Observed no food handler training for employees. All employees handling food and equipment must provide food handler training.

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

Observed no proof of employee health policy on site. Instructed to provide an employee health policy that includes a signed acknowledgement from each employee. Priority foundation 7-38-010, no citation issued

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Observed no vomiting and diarrhea procedure and clean-up kit on premises during the inspection. Instructed to have said procedure along with required equipment for clean-up. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no handwashing signage at handwashing sink. Instructed to provide and maintain.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no handwashing soap at hand wash sink. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c), no citation issued

Thermometers provided & accurate

Observed probe stem thermometer for taking food temperatures not turning on at the time of the inspection. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-005, no citation issued

Food properly labeled; original container

Observed no mvp license number on both sides of the vehicle. Instructed to provide mvp license number on both sides of the vehicle and maintain.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

No pest control log book provided at the time of the inspection. Pest control log book must have record of visits with the vin number and a copy of service ticket that sets forth pest control idph license number. Must provide and maintain all required pest control records and documents. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020 (c), no citation issued

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

Observed one sink stopper for the three-compartment sink missing. Instructed to proivde and maintain.

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

Observed no sanitizer test strip kit on-site at the time of inspection to test concentration of sanitizer in 3 compartment sink. Instructed to have a test strip kit on site at all times to monitor the strength of the sanitizer properly. Priority foundation 7-38-005, no citation issued

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no handwashing sign at handwashing sink in seafood market. Instructed manager to provide handwashing sign at all handwashing sinks used by employees.

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Observed no shelving inside walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to provide adequate shelving for storage.

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

Observed inadequate stoppers for 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to provide adequate stoppers for 3-compartment sink. Observed ice buildup in prep freezer in seafood market. Instructed manager to defrost and maintain freezer.

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

Observed no drainboard on rear 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to install drainboard for proper airdrying of food equipment and utensils.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Observed leaking faucet on 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Observed no covered receptacle inside washroom. Instructed manager to provide.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed missing baseboards along walls, walls and floors not smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

Observed no person in charge present with city of Chicago certified manager certificate.

City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

Observed no certified food manager on site and no certificate posted while (tcs foods) chicken wings etc. Is being prepared/handled.instructed person in charge, that a city of Chicago certified food service manager must be on site at all times when (tcs foods) are prepared, handled, and/or served.instructed to comply and post original certificate as required.priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued.

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

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

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed hand soap dispenser in poor condition in the rear food prep/dishwashing area.instructed to provide and maintain adequate hand soap dispensers as required.

Proper hot holding temperatures

Observed cooked chicken wings at improper temperatures of 80.8f on top of the prep table covered with sheet pan next to the deep fryers. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 10# of food worth $100.00. Priority violation 7-38-005, citation issued.

Food properly labeled; original container

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

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

No licensed pest control logbook available on premises. Instructed to provide a pest control logbook with a complete contents ( contract/service agreement, service report,copy of the idph license, chemicals used etc.) priority foundation violation 7-38-020 (c), citation issued.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed evidencde of pest activity on the premises.observed approximately 50 rodent rat droppings on the floor under and around cluttered rear storage areas and on floor southwest corner of the kitchen behind the ovens.instructed to clean 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.

Personal cleanliness

Observed employee with no hair restraint in the food prep area. Instructed manager to provide hair restraints for all employees in the food prep area.

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Instructed to clean the following equipment and maintain: prep tables (tops and bottoms), interior/exterior surfaces of fryers and other cooking equipments, under grills and shelves inside of refrigeration units, kitchen storage racks, behind front service counters and maintain.

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Observed no covered waste receptacle provided in the unisex washroom. Must provide.

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

2-501.11: observed all necessary items not on premises for complying with procedure available on site when employees respond to vomitting or diarrheal events. Instructed to obtain and maintain on premises all necessary items to follow the written procedure for employees to follow when responding to vomitting or diarrheal events. Priority foundation violation

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

4-101.19: observed rust on shelves in large two door cold holding unit with glass doors. Instructed to remove rust from shelves in large two door cold holding unit with glass doors, instructed nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be constructed of a corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

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

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

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

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

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

All food employees have food handler training

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

Previous core violation corrected

8-404.13(b:4): observed previous core violations from inspection report #2638385 dated 06/11/2026 not corrected. Instructed to correct. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued. Observed openings in middle, at base and in between panels of rear exit doors. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance. Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout facility. Observed stained ceiling tiles in areas such as dining room and in rear prep area. Instructed to replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain. Observed dust buildup on wall above rear exit doors. Instructed to clean wall above rear exit doors and maintain. Observed grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area. Instructed to remove grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area and maintain. Observed grease buildup on floors, in corners and along bases of wall underneath and behind all cooking equipment and cold holding units in rear prep area. Instructed to clean floors in said areas and maintain. Observed unused equipment and containers stored outside space in between rear exit and unused walk in cooler. Instructed to remove all unused or non working equipment that is unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment. Observed dust and grease buildup on filters in both hoods in rear prep area. Instructed to clean filters in both hoods in rear prep area and maintain.

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Observed large black waste/ and non-potable water) pipes located directly above food preperation area (juicing, bakery, open bottles) located in basement. Instructed to provide an approved enclosure of piping to prevent possible forms of contamination to foodfood contact surfaces. Must maintain as required. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued.

Personal cleanliness

2-402.11 observed two food handlers handling food without proper hair/beard restraints. Instructed to provide and maintain in order to prevent possible contamination.

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

4-601.11(c) observed all equipment stored in 1st floor prep as well as basement prep in need of cleaning. Noted dried food splatter on walls, cooling units, exterior surfaces of equipment, shelving units, inside and alongside frying and grill equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

6-501.114 observed items stored improperly on basement floors throughout storage spaces. Insturcted to organize, remove unnecesary items and elevate at least 6 inches off floor in order to prevent hiding space for pest. Must maintain premise.

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

6-501.14 observed all vents in ceiling 1st floor prep area as well as ventilation hood with accumulated dust and dirt debris. Instucted to clean and maintain

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

6-303.11 observed inadequate lighting in basement pastry and prep area. Instructed to increase.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

5-205.15: observed leaking faucet at one compartment sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

All food employees have food handler training

2-102.13: at time of inspection facility provided no proof of food handler training for food handlers. Instructed to provide food handler certificates for all food handlers.

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Observed no chemical sanitizer on premises used to sanitize equipment and utensils. Instructed chemical sanitizer shall be provided and available for use during all hours of operation. Priorioty violation.

Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

Observed animal derived foods that can be served undercooked or cooked to order with no asterisk identifying them as such. Instructed to add an asterisk to all animal derived foods that can be served undercooked or cooked to order. Observed no disclosure on menu stating that asterisked animal derived foods are served undercooked or cooked to order. Instructed to add disclosure to menu stating that asterisked animal derived foods are served undercooked or cooked to order. Observed no reminder statement on menu. Instructed to add reminder statement to menu. Priority foundation violation

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Observed two reach in display cold holding units in front prep area at improper ambient temperatures ranging between of 61.7-66.4f. Instructed all cold holding units must be maintained at 41f or below. Corrected on site held for inspection tags placed on two reach in display cold holding units in front prep area. Priority violation

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed openings in middle of drive thru doors, middle of large rear exit doors on same side as drive thru, base of westside rear exit door and observed lower area of middle rear exit door damaged creating opening. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance.

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Observed no barrier to prevent customers from entering into front food prep area. Instructed to install barrier to protect front food prep area from contamination by public. Priority foundation violation.

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Observed paper towel dispenser for handwashing sink in middle prep area installed above one compartment sink. Instructed to relocate and reinstall paper towel dispenser so that it shall not contaminate food, utensils or equipment in one compartment sink in middle prep area.

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

Observed no sanitizing solution test kit on premises. Instructed to provide and maintain on site at all times a test kit that accurately measures the concentration in mg/l of sanitizing solution. Priority foundation violation

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Observed no hot and cold water pressure at utility sink. Instructed to restore hot and cold water pressure to utility sink. Observed leaking middle faucet at three comparment sink near ice machine. Instructed to repair and maintain. Observed leaking drainpipe of wash compartment of three compartment sink near ice machine. Instructed to repair and maintain.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Unable to locate backflow prevention device on ice machine. Instructed to install backflow prevention device on ice machine so that it shall be located so that it may be serviced and maintained.

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Observed no grease traps installed on two three compartment sinks in rear prep/dishwashing areas of facility. Instructed to install grease traps on two three compartment sinks in facility so that they shall be located to be easily accessible for cleaning.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed missing ceiling vent covers on vent in front prep area above prep tables near cold holding units and in southside customer all gender washroom. Instructed to replace missing ceiling vent covers in said areas and maintain.

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Observed no written procedures or supplies for responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. Supplies must include adequate sanitizer that eliminates norovirus. Instructed facility to provide clean up policy and supplies to properly handle bodily fluid spills on site. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. No citation issued.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no hand wash sink in rear prep/warewashing area. Instructed to provide handsink according to food code standards. Priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). No citation issued.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no paper towel in the washroom at the washbowl sink nor at the hand-sink in the prep area. Informed person in charge that paper towels must be available at hand sinks at all times. Food handler obtained paper towel for hand sink during time of inspection priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). No citation issued.

Thermometers provided & accurate

Noted no metal stem thermometer on site to monitor the internal food temperature of tcs food cooked, delivered and served. Facility must obtain and maintain proper thermometers. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. No citation issued

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

Observed facility without a chemical test kit for sanitizer or for ware washing area. Informed person in charge a test kit that accurately measures the concentration in mg/l of sanitizing solution must be provided. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. No citation issued.

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Observed no vomiting and diarrhea procedure and clean-up kit on premises during the inspection. Instructed to have said procedure along with required equipment for clean-up. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, citation issued

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed approximately 80 or more mice droppings on site at the time of the inspection. Mice droppings were found on the shelves and the floors in the following areas: aisles 1, 10, 11, 13,14, 18, 19, in the men's toilet room, on the floor where the energy drinks are stored, near the rack where charcoal is stored. Instructed to remove all items from shelves found with droppings, remove mice droppings, clean, and sanitize all affected areas. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a), citation issued

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed a dead mouse under the shelf where the boxes of popcorn is stored in aisle 13. Instructed to remove, clean, sanitize, and maintain.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed the front entrance doors with openings in the middle. Instructed to rodent proof mentioned doors and maintain.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed the floors under all the shelves with dust and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain all mentioned floors and maintain.

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Observed black and pink moldlike substance on upper interior components of ice machine in first floor. Instructed to destroy ice, clean and sanitize interior of ice machine to prevent contamination of ice.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed opening at base of front entrance door. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance.

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Observed orange buildup on interior of right soda nozzle holder at bar. Instructed to clean interior of right soda nozzle holder at bar and maintain. Observed grease and dust buildup on prep table legs, wheels and lower shelf of prep table underneath flat top grill. Instructed to clean and maintain. Observed dust buildup on interior fan cover of cold holding unit used to store liquor on lower westside wall. Instructed to clean and maintain. Observed ice buildup on interior fan cover inside one door freezer in prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Unable to locate backflow prevention device on faucet to left of utility sink with water hose attached in basement. Instructed to install backflow prevention device on faucet to left of utility sink with water hose attached so that it shall be located so that it may be serviced and maintained.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Observed no hot water pressure at utility sink in basement. Instructed to restore hot water pressure to utility sink in basement. Observed leaking from utility sink faucet in basement. Instructed to repair and maintain. Observed leaking faucet at three compartment sink in prep/dishwashing area. Instructed to repair and maintain.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed grease buildup on exterior of lid of grease trap. Instructed to clean and maintain. Observed food and debris on floor underneath prep table and cold holding unit on eastside wall. Instructed to clean and maintain. Observed grease buildup and debris on floor underneath, behind and in between cooking equipment, fryers and prep tables on westside wall. Instructed to clean and maintain. Observed black buildup on floors, in corners and along bases of wall surrounding grease trap and underneath and to the right side of three compartment sink in prep/dishwashing area. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated

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

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

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

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

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

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

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

Sewage & waste water properly disposed

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

All food employees have food handler training

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

Previous core violation corrected

Observed previous core violations from inspection report #2638385 dated 06/11/2026 not corrected. Instructed to correct. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued. Observed openings in middle, at base and in between panels of rear exit doors. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance. Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout facility. Observed stained ceiling tiles in areas such as dining room and in rear prep area. Instructed to replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain. Observed dust buildup on wall above rear exit doors. Instructed to clean wall above rear exit doors and maintain. Observed grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area. Instructed to remove grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area and maintain. Observed grease buildup on floors, in corners and along bases of wall underneath and behind all cooking equipment and cold holding units in rear prep area. Instructed to clean floors in said areas and maintain. Observed unused equipment and containers stored outside space in between rear exit and unused walk in cooler. Instructed to remove all unused or non working equipment that is unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment. Observed dust and grease buildup on filters in both hoods in rear prep area. Instructed to clean filters in both hoods in rear prep area and maintain.

Thermometers provided & accurate

4-204.112(b): observed an oven ambient air thermometer stored inside of the walk-in cooler and freezer. Instructed to provide a refrigerator ambient air thermometer and maintain.

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

6-303.11: observed no light inside the walk-in cooler. Instructed to provide adequate light in mentioned area and maintain.

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Observed all necessary items not on premises for complying with procedure available on site when employees respond to vomitting or diarrheal events. Instructed to obtain and maintain on premises all necessary items to follow the written procedure for employees to follow when responding to vomitting or diarrheal events. Priority foundation violation

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Observed no barrier to prevent customers from touching food on right side in top storage area of cold holding unit in front prep area. Instructed to install barrier to protect food on right side in top storage area of cold holding unit in front prep area from contamination by public. Observed opening to the left of prep station where single use items will be stored in front prep area. Instructed to install barrier to protect left section of prep station where single use items will be stored in front prep area from contamination by public. Priority foundation violation

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

Observed rust on shelves in large two door cold holding unit with glass doors. Instructed to remove rust from shelves in large two door cold holding unit with glass doors, instructed nonfood contact surfaces of equipment shall be constructed of a corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Observed leaking drainpipe of handwashing sink in rear prep/dishwashing area. Instructed to repair leaking drainpipe of handwashing sink in rear prep/dishwashing area and maintain.

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Observed no covered receptacle in all gender employee washroom. Instructed to provide covered receptacle in employee all gender washroom for sanitary products.

Allergen training as required

At time of inspection facility provided no allergen awareness training certificates for employee with city of Chicago food service sanitation certificate. Instructed to provide proof of allergen training for all employees with city of Chicago food service sanitation certificates.

City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

Observed no city of Chicago certified food manager on site during time of inspection certificate while preparing and serving tcs foods, sliced deli meat, milk, sweet potato, chicken,sliced tomato. Instructed to provide and maintain at least one certificate holder on premise while open and operating. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-012. Citation issued.

Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Observed employee coffee stored on prep table in basement without covering and strawe inside. Instructed to provide closed beverage in order to prevent contamination.

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Observed internal white panel of ice machine with black and pink mold like build up on food contact surface and dripping on to ice used for human consumption. Instructed clean and sanitize equipment and maintain as required. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued.

Compliance with variance/specialized process/HACCP

Observed no HACCP plan approval on premise for fermenting approximately 50 lbs tcs food (sauerkraut) stored in basement on shelving rack next to baking ingredients as well as walk in cooler during time of inspection. A total value of $65 per pic. Instructed to submit HACCP plan/variance request to prepare on site. Said food was discarded at this time. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued.

Variance obtained for specialized processing methods

Observed no variance documentation on site for fermentation as required by cdph. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. Please see above violation for citation information.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed approximately 28 small rodent droppings scattered on floor and on top of cardboard boxes containing restaurant supplies in storage area connected to pastry prep and liquor storage.instructed to contact pest control for additional service, remove droppings, clean and sanitize said space. Must eliminate pest activity on premise.priority foundation violation. #7-38-020 (a). Citation issued.

Personal cleanliness

Observed two food handlers handling food without proper hair/beard restraints. Instructed to provide and maintain in order to prevent possible contamination.

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Observed all equipment stored in 1st floor prep as well as basement prep in need of cleaning. Noted dried food splatter on walls, cooling units, exterior surfaces of equipment, shelving units, inside and alongside frying and grill equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed floors throughout 1st floor prep/basement prep behind all prep tables, cooling units and heavy grill/frying equipment and inside floor drains in need of cleaning. Instructed to remove all food debris, organic matter and maintain.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Observed items stored improperly on basement floors throughout storage spaces. Insturcted to organize, remove unnecesary items and elevate at least 6 inches off floor in order to prevent hiding space for pest. Must maintain premise.

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Observed all vents in ceiling 1st floor prep area as well as ventilation hood with accumulated dust and dirt debris. Instucted to clean and maintain

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed the front doors in poor repair (1/4" gap) at the bottom of the doors. Must repair and maintain to prevent possible entry point for pests.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Observed low water pressure at the rear mop sink. Must provide and maintain

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Observed the washroom door not self closing. Must provide and maintain a self closing device as required

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Found no procedure or clean up kit for vomit and diarrheal events. Instructed to obtain and maintain a procedure and clean up kit. Priority foundation 7-38-005

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Found rodent activity on the premises. 60 droppings on the shelves in the pet aisle and 40 in the rear storage area along the wall base. Instructed to remove droppings, clean the affected area and continue to work with pest control to rectify eliminating pest activity. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Found a dead mouse on an open trap in the rear storage area. Instructed to remove and maintain.

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Found food, rodent droppings, dirt and debris on the storage racks throughout. Instructed to clean and maintain all storage racks.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Found food, dirt and debris underneath the storage shelves in the front and rear area. Instructed to clean and maintain floors.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Found missing and water-stained damaged ceiling tiles throughout the store. Instructed to provide and/or replace ceiling tiles. Maintain same.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

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

Thermometers provided & accurate

Cooler thermometers placed in the back at coldest part of cooler, instructed to keep in front at warmest part where it is easy to view.

Personal cleanliness

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

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

Observed no written employee health policy on site. Instructed facility to establish an appropriate employee health policy and maintain with verifiable signed copies on site for all food employees in acknowledgment of reporting agreement. Priority foundation violation #7-38-010. No citation issued.

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Observed no written procedures or supplies for responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. Supplies must include adequate sanitizer that eliminates norovirus. Instructed facility to provide clean up policy and supplies to properly handle bodily fluid spills on site. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. No citation issued.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed handsink in prep area not stocked with hand soap. Informed person in charge that hand soap must be available at handsinks at all times. Food handler obtained hand soap for hand sink during time of inspection. Priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). No citation issued.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no paper towel in the washroom at the washbowl sink nor at the hand-sink in the prep area. Informed person in charge that paper towels must be available at hand sinks at all times. Priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). No citation issued.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed no handwashing signage. A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees. Instructed to provide.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Observed handsink faucets 1st & 2nd floor toilet rooms not properly maintain with hot water running longer than 15 seconds. Instructed to increase timer of hot water to ensure faucet is providing a flow of water for at least 15 seconds without the need to reactivate the faucet.

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Observed facility without chemical sanitizers needed to sanitizer equipment and utensils. Must provide chemical sanitizers and be available for use during all hours of operation. Priority violation #7-38-005. No citation issued.

Proper cold holding temperatures

Observed walk-in cooler #1 at 52f, #2 at 42f and walk-in freezer at 69f at improper cold holding temperatures facility still in process of installing systems. Instructed to maintain a cold holding temperature of 41f at all times. Priority violation.7-38-005. Citation issued. Priority violation.7-38-005. No citation issued.

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Observed no hot holding or cooking equipment installed for sample kitchen instructed to provide.priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

Thermometers provided & accurate

Noted no metal stem thermometer on site to monitor the internal food temperature of foods the facility may receive during deliveries (i.e. Packaged deli meat, hot dogs etc.). Facility must obtain and maintain proper thermometers on site. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. No citation issued

Thermometers provided & accurate

Observed no ambient air thermometers inside the reach in coolers and display coolers. Instructed to provide conspicuous and easily readable thermometers inside all refrigerator units to properly monitor the ambient air temperature of equipment.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Observed retail food establishment without a licensed pest control operator. All retail food establishments shall contract with a licensed Illinois exterminator who shall provide insect and vermin services at the establishment at least twice a year. A log book shall be kept for a period of twelve (12) months and include a copy of the service reports and the pest control company’s Illinois department of public (idph) health license number. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation #7-38-020(c). No citation issued

Thermometers provided & accurate

Observed no ambient air thermometer inside the hot holding units in the front and rear prep area. Instructed to provide and maintain.

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

Observed the handsoap dispenser in the rear food prep/ dishwashing area detatched from the wall. Instructed to repair and maintain.