ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Petterino's last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 19, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 8 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
7 inspections on record, from Jul 3, 2024 to Oct 19, 2026.
Has Petterino's ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 7 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jul 3, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
7 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 19, 2026
Pass
8 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official Wording
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector’s Notes
3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE (SQUEEZE BOTTLES,BULK,ETC)
In Plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
3-304.14 : OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED THROUGHOUT PREP TABLES MUST STORE IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
3-304.12 : OBSERVED SEVERAL KNIVES STORED IN BETWEEN EQUIPMENT AND SCOOPS DOWN IN SIDE OF BULK FOOD PRODUCTS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS MUST REMOVE AND STORE IN A PROPER MANNER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING HANDLE ON PASTA PREP COOLER,MISSING SINK STOPPERS FROM FAR LEFT AND MIDDLE OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
4-601.11(B) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON TABLE & FLOOR MIXERS, MEAT SLICERS,PREP TABLES, GRILL TABLES, FRYER CABINETS,WHEEL BASES AND LEGS OF ALL EQUIPMENT,ROLLING CARTS,WALK IN COOLER- SHELVING UNITS,COMPRESSOR UNIT,FAN GUARD COVERS,SHELVING UNITS,UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN BASEMENT PREP AREA,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.MUST DEFROST ICE CREAM FREEZER IN BASEMENT.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
: 6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILING IN WALK IN COOLER AND IN DINING AREA.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector’s Notes
6-202.11 : MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 19, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 15, 2026
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official Wording
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector’s Notes
3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE (SQUEEZE BOTTLES,BULK,ETC)
In Plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
3-304.14 : OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED THROUGHOUT PREP TABLES MUST STORE IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
3-304.12 : OBSERVED SEVERAL KNIVES STORED IN BETWEEN EQUIPMENT AND SCOOPS DOWN IN SIDE OF BULK FOOD PRODUCTS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS MUST REMOVE AND STORE IN A PROPER MANNER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING HANDLE ON PASTA PREP COOLER,MISSING SINK STOPPERS FROM FAR LEFT AND MIDDLE OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
4-601.11(B) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON TABLE & FLOOR MIXERS, MEAT SLICERS,PREP TABLES, GRILL TABLES, FRYER CABINETS,WHEEL BASES AND LEGS OF ALL EQUIPMENT,ROLLING CARTS,WALK IN COOLER- SHELVING UNITS,COMPRESSOR UNIT,FAN GUARD COVERS,SHELVING UNITS,UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN BASEMENT PREP AREA,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.MUST DEFROST ICE CREAM FREEZER IN BASEMENT.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP,DISH WASHING,BAR AND STORAGE AREAS AND FLOOR DRAINS WHERE NEEDED.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector’s Notes
6-202.11 : MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2643997 10/8/26 NOT CORRECTED-#38-6-501.111 -:STILL OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 50 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS AND CEILINGS IN BAR,DINING,PREP AND REAR DISH WASHING AREA.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 10/15/26.(PRIORITY 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 15, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 9, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s Notes
4-602.11(B-E): OBSERVED RUST ON UPPER INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NEAR FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DESTROY ICE, REMOVE RUST FROM INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NEAR FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
5-205.15: OBSERVED ONE LEAK UNDERNEATH WASH COMPARTMENT OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
6-501.11: OBSERVED MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEN FLOOR TILES AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN FIRST FLOOR OF FACILITY IN DISHWASHING AREA WITH HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE, THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA WITH COOKLINE AND PIZZA OVEN. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REGROUT IN BETWEEN FLOOR TILES WHERE GROUT IS MISSING AND TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN FIRST FLOOR OF FACILITY IN DISHWASHING AREA WITH HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE, THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA WITH COOKLINE AND PIZZA OVEN FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 9, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Aug 4, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s Notes
4-602.11(B-E): OBSERVED RUST ON UPPER INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NEAR FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DESTROY ICE, REMOVE RUST FROM INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NEAR FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
5-205.15: OBSERVED TWO LEAKS UNDERNEATH WASH COMPARTMENT OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKS UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
6-501.11: OBSERVED MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEN FLOOR TILES AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN FIRST FLOOR OF FACILITY IN DISHWASHING AREA WITH HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE, THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA WITH COOKLINE AND PIZZA OVEN. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REGROUT IN BETWEEN FLOOR TILES WHERE GROUT IS MISSING AND TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN FIRST FLOOR OF FACILITY IN DISHWASHING AREA WITH HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE, THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA WITH COOKLINE AND PIZZA OVEN FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 4, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 28, 2025
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. CORRECTED ON SITE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 2:57PM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. CORRECTED ON SITE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 2:57PM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED MULTIPLE SHELLSTOCK TAGS FROM APRIL,MAY, JUNE AND JULY 2025 WITH NO DATE WHEN THE LAST SHELLSTOCK FROM THE CONTAINER IS SOLD OR SERVED. INSTRUCTED THE DATE WHEN THE LAST SHELLSTOCK FROM THE CONTAINER IS SOLD OR SERVED SHALL BE RECORDED ON THE TAG OR LABEL. OBSERVED FRESH OYSTERS IN ONE CONTAINER AND FRESH OYSTERS IN BAG IN WALK IN COOLER WITH NO SHELLSTOCK TAG IN CONTAINER OR ATTACHED TO BAG OF FRESH OYSTERS. INSTRUCTED SHELLSTOCK TAGS OR LABELS SHALL REMAIN ATTACHED TO THE CONTAINER IN WHICH THE SHELLSTOCK ARE RECEIVED UNTIL THE CONTAINER IS EMPTY. CORRECTED ON SITE CONTAINER OF FRESH OYSTERS AND BAG OF FRESH OYSTERS VOLUNTARILY DENATURED AND DISCARDED BY MANAGEMENT, VALUED AT $180 AND WEIGHING 20LBS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
In Plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
OBSERVED BLACK AND PINK MOLDLIKE SUBSTANCE ON UPPER INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NEAR FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DESTROY ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NEAR FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF ICE. OBSERVED RUST ON UPPER INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NEAR FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DESTROY ICE, REMOVE RUST FROM INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NEAR FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED COLD TCS FOODS, HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 45.5-70.7F. OBSERVED COLD TCS FOODS, PEPPERONI(55.8-62.8F), PASTA(48.4-55.3F), CHEESE(45.5-58.3F), GARLIC IN OIL(50.5F), ANCHOVIES(53.2F), SPINACH(70.7F), PORK(47.7-54.9F), BUTTER(52.3F), BEEF(49.8F), SLICED TOMATOES(54.0-57.7F), SALMON(55.0F), ROASTED MUSHROOMS(48.4-57.4F) AND GARBANZO BEANS(55.9-63.0F) . HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD VALUED AT $550 WEIGHING 50LBS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE ON MENU STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS ARE SERVED RAW, UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER. CORRECTED ON SITE DISCLOSURE STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS CAN BE SERVED RAW, UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER ADDED TO MENU BEFORE CONCLUSION OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED TWO COLD HOLDING UNITS AT IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 57.9-63.5F. OBSERVED COLD HOLDING UNIT WITH PREP TABLE ACROSS FROM COOKLINE AND TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR NEAR PIZZA OVEN IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA AT IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN OF 57.9-63.5F. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 41F OR BELOW. HELD FOR INSPECTION TAGS PLACED ON COLD HOLDING UNIT WITH PREP TABLE ACROSS FROM COOKLINE AND TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR NEAR PIZZA OVEN IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30 SMALL FLIES IN FACILITY. OBSERVED SMALL FLY ACTIVITY IN AREAS SUCH AS FIRST FLOOR BAR AND FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY IN FACILITY AND CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS, RECOMMENDED LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE FACILITY ON OR AFTER 7/28/2025. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
OBSERVE TWO LEAKS UNDERNEATH WASH COMPARTMENT OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKS UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
OBSERVED MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEN FLOOR TILES AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN FIRST FLOOR OF FACILITY IN DISHWASHING AREA WITH HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE, THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA WITH COOKLINE AND PIZZA OVEN. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REGROUT IN BETWEEN FLOOR TILES WHERE GROUT IS MISSING AND TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN FIRST FLOOR OF FACILITY IN DISHWASHING AREA WITH HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE, THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA WITH COOKLINE AND PIZZA OVEN FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY. OBSERVED DAMAGED CEILING IN FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA LEAKING INTO RINSE SINK WITH SPRAYER. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR DAMAGED CEILING IN FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA ABOVE RINSE SINK WITH SPRAYER FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 28, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jul 10, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 41Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED SEVERAL WET WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON THE FLOORS AND COUNTERS IN THE UPSTAIRS KITCHEN AND DISHWASHING AREA, IN THE BAR, AND IN THE DOWNSTAIRS PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP ALL WIPING CLOTHS IN PROPER SANITZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED TORN GASKET AT THE BOTTOM OF SMALL REACH-IN FREEZER FOR FRIES AT THE COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED A SLOW DRAINAGE AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE UPSTAIRS DISHWASHING AREA NEXT TO THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS FREE OF FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: IN THE UPSTAIRS DISH WASHING AREA, UNDERNEATH UPSTAIRS ICE MACHINE AND FLOOR DRAIN, AND IN THE BAR UNDERNEATH SINKS AND COOLING EQUIPMENT.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 10, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 3, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED A MIXTURE OF PINK AND BLACK SLIME BUILDUP ON THE TOP INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN THE UPSTAIRS KITCHEN AREA THAT IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED SEVERAL WET WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON THE FLOORS AND COUNTERS IN THE UPSTAIRS KITCHEN AND DISHWASHING AREA, IN THE BAR, AND IN THE DOWNSTAIRS PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP ALL WIPING CLOTHS IN PROPER SANITZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED TORN GASKET AT THE BOTTOM OF SMALL REACH-IN FREEZER FOR FRIES AT THE COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED A SLOW DRAINAGE AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE UPSTAIRS DISHWASHING AREA NEXT TO THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS FREE OF FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: IN THE UPSTAIRS DISH WASHING AREA, UNDERNEATH UPSTAIRS ICE MACHINE AND FLOOR DRAIN, AND IN THE BAR UNDERNEATH SINKS AND COOLING EQUIPMENT.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.