Mice

Date Closed: Nov 30, 2023
Reason for Closure:
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to... See More rodents, insects or other pests.
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
No approved written standard operating procedure for avoiding contamination by refillable returnable containers.
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Date Closed: Nov 28, 2023
Reason for Closure:
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Establishment is not free of harborage... See More or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
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Date Closed: Nov 27, 2023
Reason for Closure:
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
Live roaches in... See More facility's food or non-food area.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. Pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. Unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Contract with a pest management professional not in place. Record of extermination activities not kept on premises.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. Hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. No hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. No soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
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Report date: Nov 27, 2023
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: 6-202. 15 : observed a gap along bottom of left side front double doors ,rear door along bottom must make door tight fitting to prevent rodent entry

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces... See More cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: 4-101. 19 : must remove cardboard from shelving units and equipment. Must remove rust from walk in freezer shelving units and prep tables.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: 4-601. 11(c) : must clean grease and food debris build up from interior and exterior fryer cabinets,rolling cart,grill table,oven, shelving units.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: inspector comments: 6-201. 13 : must repair or replace broken floor tiles in dish washing/ prep area, adjacent storage and where needed,must grout floor tiles near mop sink.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: 6-501. 114 : must elevate,remove and organize articles off of floor and away from walls in rear storage/office area

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: 6-501. 14 : must clean debris build up from filters and hood of cooking equipment.

57. All food employees have food handler training
- comments: 2-102. 13 : observed no food handlers training for employees must provide and maintain.

59. Previous priority foundation violation corrected
- comments: inspector comments: previous priority foundation violation from report #2585581 11/21/23 not corrected #38-still observed evidence of appx. 15 or more mice droppings on floor next to walk in freezer,on lower food storage counter shelving units in rear prep area,must remove droppings clean and sanitize areas. Must have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 11/27/23. (priority 7-42-090)

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Date Closed: Nov 24, 2023
Reason for Closure:
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests... See More in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required. Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
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Report date: Nov 21, 2023
1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- comments: observed no city of chicago certified foodservice manager on premises. Instructed city of chicago certified foodservice manager shall be on premises at all times. Priority foundation violation

2. City of... See More chicago food service sanitation certificate
- comments: observed no city of chicago certified foodservice manager on premises. Instructed city of chicago certified foodservice manager shall be on premises at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012 citation issued.

3. Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
- comments: observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to provide written employee health policy for all employees. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010 citation issued.

5. Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
- comments: observed no vomit and diarrhea spill kit with procedure and spray effective against norovirus on premises. Instructed to provide vomit and diarrhea spill kit with procedure and spray effective against norovirus on premises at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 citation issued.

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed over 130 mouse droppings in facility, in areas such as space in between wall where grease trap is located, behind mixer and oven, prep table and shelf and in corner and along walls in room with hot water tank. Instructed to eliminate pest activity, remove mouse droppings and clean affected areas. Recommended pest control service facility on or after 11/21/2023. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

48. Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
- comments: observed no sanitizing solution test kit on premises. Instructed to provide sanitizing solution test kit and maintain on premises at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 citation issued.

53. Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
- comments: observed no self closing device on washroom door. Instructed to install self closing device on washroom door and maintain.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed dust on ceiling vent covrer in washroom. Instructed to clean and maintain.

60. Previous core violation corrected
- comments: observed previous core violations from inspection report #2370127 dated 05/05/2020 not corrected. Instructed to correct. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued. Observed bulk food containers (sugar, flour, etc. ) without required labels. Instructed must label all bulk food containers with common name observed raw wood surfaces at front counter. Instructed must paint or stain these porous surfaces to make smooth and easily cleanable. Must maintain same. Observed leak at base of faucet of 3 compartment sink. Must repair and maintain same.

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Date Closed: Nov 21, 2023
Reason for Closure:
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. Outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. Effective hair restraint not worn where required.... See More Jewelry worn on hands or arms. Fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
Single service article not provided. Single service article reused or not protected from contamination when transported, stored, dispensed. Drinking straws not completely enclosed in wrapper or dispensed from a sanitary device.
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. Condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
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Report date: Nov 17, 2023
1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- comments: observed no person in charge with foodservice manager training.

2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
- comments: observed no valid city of chicago sanitation manager certificate on site.... See More Instructed person in charge that valid city of chicago manager certificate as well as certified manager must be on site at all times. Priority foundation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

35. Approved thawing methods used
- comments: observed food being thawed in prep area at room temperature. Instructed person in charge that all thawing must occur under refridgeration or potable cold running water.

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed approximately 40 mouse droppings in front prep area on sides of cooler and in rear prep area being wire shelving. Instructed person in charge to remove all mouse droppings, sanitize all areas, and maintain. Priority foundation #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: observed build up of food debris on interiors of all cold hold units. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain

57. All food employees have food handler training
- comments: observed no food handler certificates on site for employees. Instructed person in charge to direct all food employees to obtain training and retain certificates on site

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Report date: Nov 17, 2023
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed approximately 80 mouse droppings in rear dry storage area between pallets and on pallets. Instructed person in charge to remove all mouse droppings, sanitize all areas, and maintain. Priority foundation #7-38-020(a). Citation... See More issued.

51. Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
- comments: observed leak at handsink in meat prep area. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.

53. Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
- comments: observed no covered receptacle in women's restroom. Instructed person in charge to provide covered receptacle and maintain.

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Report date: Nov 20, 2023
2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
- comments: noted no certified food manager on duty with the original city of chicago food service certificate on site while tcs foods (rice, chicken soups, etc. ) were being prepared and served. Instructed... See More management that a certified food manager with the original city of chicago original food service certificate must be present at all times tcs foods are prepared and served. Also, the person in charge must have a city of chicago certificate by next inspection (upon being inspected) priority foundation violation 7-38-012. Citation issued.

13. Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
- comments: noted heavy build-up on the condensation unit and shelves dripping onto food items stored on shelves inside the freezer. Manager immediately and voluntarily disposed of 10 lbs of products worth $40. 00 through denaturing process. Instructed defrost and repair the condensation unit and maintain. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: noted over 300 mice droppings throughout the food dry storage area on shelves, inside boxes, on the floor along the wall base, at the rear kitchen food prep area on the floor, food carts, and shelves. Also noted was gnawing into food containers (cups) on shelving at the food dry storage. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize affected areas eliminate pest activity. Instructed to consult with pest control company and have premises treated. Priority #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: noted some use of milk crates for elevation in the kitchen area and dry storage area. Instructed not to use milk crates for elevation to prevent hiding places for pest. Must provides appropriate shelving for storage. All food items must also be stored 6' away from the wall.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: noted rusty and dirty shelves inside the walk-in cooler at the kitchen prep area. Instructed to detail clean, repaint with toxic food grade paint, and - or replace.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: instructed to detail clean and sanitize shelves at the food storage area, carts, trays, and where ever needed that mice dropping were found.

51. Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
- comments: noted leaking faucets at the handwashing sink by the dishwashing area, 2-compartment sink, and 3-compartment sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

53. Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
- comments: noted washrooms on premises with garbage receptacles and no lids. Instructed to provide trash cans with lids at all women washrooms and unisex washrooms

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: instructed to detail clean floors along the wall base and underneath equipment, especially where the droppings were found. Must upgrade housekeeping.

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