HIGH DIVE / DANTE'S TAVERN

1936-1938 W CHICAGO AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60622 · Restaurant

23 inspections

1. CanvassSep 10, 2025

   0 infractions

2. Canvass Re-InspectionJun 6, 2024

   0 infractions

3. CanvassMay 29, 2024

   4 infractions

   • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
     • OBSERVED 20 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, INCLUDING IN BOTH BAR AREAS, IN THE KITCHEN, IN TOILET ROOMS, AND IN THE DISH ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MINIMIZE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
   • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
     • OBSERVED RUSTED SHELVING IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND ON SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPAINT ANY RUSTED RACKS.
   • 48. WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
     • OBSERVED CHEMICAL DISH MACHINE IN BAR WITH A MAXIMUM WASH SOLUTION TEMPERATURE OF 109 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE WASH SOLUTION OF DISH MACHINE HAS A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 120 F. DISH MACHINE NOT IN USE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION NO DISHES FOUND INSIDE DISH MACHINE. MACHINE TAGGED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-025 NO CITATION ISSUED.
   • 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
     • OBSERVED INTERIOR OF DISH MACHINE WITH DEBRIS AND SOIL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL SURFACES IN OR OUTSIDE DISH MACHINE.
4. Canvass Re-InspectionMar 21, 2023

   6 infractions

   • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
     • 6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINKS IN BOTH BARS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
   • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
     • 4-501.11 OBSERVED EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN REAR DISH ROOM AND FAUCET OF SAME SINK ARE LOOSE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
   • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
     • 5-204.12 OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE UTILITY SINK LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL FOLLOWING ALL RELEVANT LAWS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS.
   • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
     • 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLES INSIDE BOTH UNISEX TOILET ROOMS LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF THE BUILDING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
   • 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
     • 5-501.116 OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREASE ON EXTERIOR OF USED COOKING OIL CONTAINER LOCATED IN ALLEY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
   • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
     • 6-501.12 OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS IN THE INTERIOR OF FRYER CABINETS LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
5. CanvassMar 14, 2023

   9 infractions

   • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
     • OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINKS IN BOTH BARS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
   • 16. FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
     • OBSERVED A LOW-TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE LOCATED IN THE REAR DISH AREA, MAINTAINING AN IMPROPER CHEMICAL SANITIZER CONCENTRATION OF 0 PPM OF CHLORINE. THE MACHINE WAS TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR MACHINE SO THAT IT IS CAPABLE OF DELIVERING PROPER CHEMICAL SANITIZER CONCENTRATIONS BETWEEN 50-100PPM OF CHLORINE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
   • 16. FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
     • OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF BLACK AND PINK SLIME IN THE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN BASEMENT USED TO PRODUCE ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN UNIT FREE OF FOREIGN SUBSTANCES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
   • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
     • OBSERVED EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN REAR DISH ROOM AND FAUCET OF SAME SINK ARE LOOSE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
   • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
     • OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE UTILITY SINK LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL FOLLOWING ALL RELEVANT LAWS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS.
   • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
     • OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLES INSIDE BOTH UNISEX TOILET ROOMS LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF THE BUILDING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
   • 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
     • OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREASE ON EXTERIOR OF USED COOKING OIL CONTAINER LOCATED IN ALLEY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
   • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
     • OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS IN THE INTERIOR OF FRYER CABINETS LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
   • 57. ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
     • OBSERVED ONE FOOD EMPLOYEE WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
6. CanvassMar 14, 2023

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7. Non-InspectionFeb 7, 2023

   0 infractions

8. Non-InspectionNov 17, 2020

   0 infractions

9. Canvass Re-InspectionAug 2, 2019

   14 infractions

   • 3. MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
     • THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
   • 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
     • THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE PROCEDURE FRO EMPLOYEE TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROCEDURE WITH THE NECESSARY ITEMS GLOVES, MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
   • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
     • OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
   • 23. PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
     • OBSERVED NO PROPER DATE MARKING ON TCS FOODDS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND PREP COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
   • 25. CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
     • : MENU DOES NOT DISCLOSE AND INFORM CONSUMERS THE SPECIFIC MENU ITEMS THAT ARE RAW OR UNDER COOKED AND POTENTIAL HAZARD OF CONSUMING SUCH FOOD. MUST PROVIDES A CONSUMER ADVISORY AND DISCLOSE SUCH FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
   • 41. WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
     • OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA AND FROM BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTIONS WHEN NOT IN USE.
   • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
     • OBSERVED NO BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE AT THE ICE MACHINE AND SERVICE SINK LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE SO THAT CAN BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICE AND MAINTAIN.
   • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
     • OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
   • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
     • OBSERVED OPENINGS INTO WALLS IN MEN'S WASHROOM LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF PREMISES.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED OPENING AROUND PIPES IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST SEAL AND MAINTAIN
   • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
     • OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS, DIRT AND DEBRIS INSIDE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
   • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
     • OBSERVED A FEW WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN FRONT PREP AREA ABOVE STORAGE SHELVING. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
   • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
     • OBSERVED HEAVY DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTILATION VENTS IN ALL WASHROOMS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
   • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
     • OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
   • 58. ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
     • OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGERS. MUST COMPLETE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
10. CanvassJul 25, 2019

    17 infractions

    • 3. MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
      • THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
      • THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE PROCEDURE FRO EMPLOYEE TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROCEDURE WITH THE NECESSARY ITEMS GLOVES, MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • OBSERVED NO HAND SOAP AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT BAR AREA. PIC IMMEDIATELY PROVIDED SOAP AT MY REQUEST. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND SOAP AT ALL HAND SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
    • 16. FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
      • FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE. OBSERVED BLACK AND BROWN SLIME SUBSTANCE IN THE INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE. SLIME LIKELY TO CONTAMINATE THE ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USING ICE MACHINE UNTIL SERVICE CLEANED AND SANITIZED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
    • 23. PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
      • OBSERVED NO PROPER DATE MARKING ON TCS FOODDS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND PREP COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 25. CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
      • MENU DOES NOT DISCLOSE AND INFORM CONSUMERS THE SPECIFIC MENU ITEMS THAT ARE RAW OR UNDER COOKED AND POTENTIAL HAZARD OF CONSUMING SUCH FOOD. MUST PROVIDES A CONSUMER ADVISORY AND DISCLOSE SUCH FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 41. WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
      • OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA AND FROM BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTIONS WHEN NOT IN USE. IN A LEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT
    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • OBSERVED NO BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE AT THE ICE MACHINE AND SERVICE SINK LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE SO THAT CAN BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICE AND MAINTAIN.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED OPENINGS INTO WALLS IN MEN'S WASHROOM LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF PREMISES.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED OPENING AROUND PIPES IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST SEAL AND MAINTAIN.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS, DIRT AND DEBRIS INSIDE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED A FEW WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN FRONT PREP AREA ABOVE STORAGE SHELVING. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
    • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
      • OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
    • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
      • OBSERVED HEAVY DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTILATION VENTS IN ALL WASHROOMS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 57. ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
      • FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET NO LOGS RECORDS ON SITE AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
    • 58. ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
      • OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGERS.MUST COMPLET EFOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
11. CanvassMay 17, 2017

    6 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • THE CUTTING BOARD RACK THAT IS STORED UNDER THE PREP TABLE IS RUSTED WITH PAINT CHIPPING AWAY. INSTRUCTED TO EITHER DISCARD/REPLACE RACK OR RESURFACE TO PREVENT PAINT AND RUST FROM COMING IN CONTACT WITH CUTTING BOARD SURFACE.
    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED TIN FOIL BEING USED A LINER ON THE RACK WHERE PREPARED MEALS ARE STORED BEFORE WAITER/WAITRESS RECEIVES PLATES FOR CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED TO USE EASILY CLEANABLE, NON-ABSORBENT MATERIALS AS LINERS ONLY.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER THE FOOD STORAGE RACK IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER AND THE FLOORS IN THE FURNACE ROOM BETWEEN THE MEN'S AND WOMEN'S WASHROOM TO REMOVE DEBRIS BUILDUP AND MAINTAIN.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • REMOVE GREASE DRIPPING DOWN FROM THE HOOD ON THE TILES WALLS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT BUT UNDER THE HOOD AND GREASE IN THE LOWER COMPARTMENT OF THE DEEP FRYERS.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE PREP AREA IN THE KITCHEN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP IN THE CEILING VENT ABOVE THE DRY STORAGE RACK IN THE REAR, FAN VENT ON THE CEILING OF THE MEN'S BATHROOM, FAN VENT COVER ATTACHED TO THE CONDENSER IN THE WALK-IN COOLER ON THE 1ST FLOOR AND THE WALK-IN BEER COOLER IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN ABOVE MENTIONED AREAS AND MAINTAIN
12. Canvass Re-InspectionMay 27, 2016

    4 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED HOLE INSIDE THE WASH BOWL IN MEN'S WASHROOM,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/ REPLACE SAID SINK NO COLD WATER IS PROVIDED AT COLD WATER HANDLE AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CAUSE,MUST PROVIDE COLD WATER AT SAID SINK WATER BOTTLE USED FOR CUSTOMERS MOUTH IS TOO SMALL,FOR THE DISH MACHINE INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BOTTLES WITH LARGER MOUTH,TO BE ABLE TO WASH,RINSE AND SANITIZE
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • BROKEN WALL BEHIND THE SCRAPE SINK OF THE LOW TEMP DISH MACHINE. NEED TO REPAIR.ALSO EAST WALL IN LQUOR ROOM CRUMBLE TO THE TOUCH, BRICKS WITH LAYER OF WHITE SUBSTANCE.BRICKS DUST ON BOTTLES. NEED TO SEAL SAID BRICKS. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • NO VENTILATION IN MENS WASHROOM INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • REAR PARTY ROOM AND CLOSETS ARE CLUTTERED,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE WHAT IS NOT NEEDED AND ELVATE 6"OFF THE FLOOR WHAT IS NEEDED.
13. CanvassMay 19, 2016

    7 infractions

    • 19. OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
      • OUTSIDE WASTE OIL CONTAINER WITH EXCESS OIL ON TOP THE GREASE BOX,ALSO WASTE OIL DRIPPED ON GROUND FORMING A PUDDLES BY THE WHEELS OF THE UNIT. WE OBSERVED PATIO AREA WITH EXCESS ITEMS STORED ON CEMENT FLOOR BEHIND THE FENCE OF THE ESTABLISHMENT WHICH SEPARATE THE ALLEY,FROM WOOD SHELVES,WOOD CABINET, PAPER CUPS,BOTTLES,CONTAINERS,PLASTIC ETC. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS,CLEAN AND ELEVATE 6" OFF THE GROUND ITEMS NEEDED. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WASTE OIL CONTAINER AND GROUND TO MINIMIZE RODENT AND INSECT ACTIVITIES. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020
    • 29. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
      • PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 8-25-15,REPORT #1454132 #33-FRYERS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. #34-FLOORS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DEBRIS AND BUILD UP. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES #38- HOOD VENTILATION UNIT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND DUST. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. #41-ALL UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN BASEMENT MUST BE REMOVED AND OR ORGANIZED. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES TODAY 5-19-16 WE OBSERVED THE SAME VIOLATIONS. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-42-090
    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED HOLE INSIDE THE WASH BOWL IN MEN'S WASHROOM,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/ REPLACE SAID SINK NO COLD WATER IS PROVIDED AT COLD WATER HANDLE AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CAUSE,MUST PROVIDE COLD WATER AT SAID SINK WATER BOTTLE USED FOR CUSTOMERS MOUTH IS TOO SMALL,FOR THE DISH MACHINE INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A BOTTLE BRUSH TO WASH,RINSE AND SANITIZE.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • FLOOR DRAIN BY THE ICE MACHINE AND JUICE BOXES IS CLOGGED. OBSERVED DRAIN HOSE FROM ICE MACHINE AND JUICE BOXES STORED INSIDE THE FLOOR DRAIN. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE BOTH DRAIN HOSES CLEAN AND SANITIZE.ICE MACHINE HAS A BACK FLOW PREVENTER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CAUSE.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • BROKEN WALL BEHIND THE SCRAPE SINK OF THE LOW TEMP DISH MACHINE. NEED TO REPAIR.ALSO EAST WALL IN LQUOR ROOM CRUMBLE TO THE TOUCH, BRICKS WITH LAYER OF WHITE SUBSTANCE.BRICKS DUST ON BOTTLES. NEED TO SEAL SAID BRICKS. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • NO VENTILATION IN MENS WASHROOM INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • REAR PARTY ROOM AND CLOSETS ARE CLUTTERED,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE WHAT IS NOT NEEDED AND ELVATE 6"OFF THE FLOOR WHAT IS NEEDED.
14. CanvassAug 25, 2015

    6 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • FRYERS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • FLOORS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DEBRIS AND BUILD UP. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • WALLS IN BASEMENT AREA WITH HOLES THAT ARE IN NEED OF SEALING. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • HOOD VENTILATION UNIT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND DUST. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • ALL UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN BASEMENT MUST BE REMOVED AND OR ORGANIZED. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
    • 45. FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
      • NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.
15. Canvass Re-InspectionNov 14, 2014

    4 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, COOKING EQUIPMENT, STORAGE RACKS.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIOMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE, AND BASEMENT AREAS.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • SEAL OPENINGS IN WALL BEHIND OVEN. CLEAN VENTILATION HOOD(DUST BUILDUP). REPLACE MISSING WALL TILE IN FRONT PREP AREA. CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • ELEVATE STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER.
16. CanvassNov 13, 2014

    5 infractions

    • 8. SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME
      • LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT ADEQUATELY SANITIZING FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS, CHEMICAL PPM O. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR DISH MACHINE AND MAINTAIN 100 PPM. DISH MACHINE IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, COOKING EQUIPMENT, STORAGE RACKS.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIOMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE, AND BASEMENT AREAS.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • SEAL OPENINGS IN WALL BEHIND OVEN. CLEAN VENTILATION HOOD(DUST BUILDUP). REPLACE MISSING WALL TILE IN FRONT PREP AREA.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • ELEVATE STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER.
17. CanvassJan 17, 2014

    4 infractions

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • SEAL AND RE-PAINT FLOOR IN DISHWASHING AND REAR PREP AREAS. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN BASEMENT AND STORAGE AREAS.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • SEAL OPENING IN WALL ABOVE URINAL IN MEN WASHROOM(WEST).
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
    • 43. FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
      • PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP AND CONTAINERS IN SANITARY MANNER IN BASEMENT.
18. Canvass Re-InspectionJul 26, 2013

    5 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • Exterior between cooking equipment, interior ice machine and utensils not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • Floors not maintained throught out prep area,bar and kitchen. Instructed to detail clean floor, reseal surface and repair damaged floor in bar area.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • Walls and ceiling not maintained through-out premises. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to exposed brick surafce and replace any damaged ceiling tiles.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • Observed additional portable bar with glasses, disposable cups and can beverages on portable bar in overflow room. Instructed to install exposed handsink in additional area accessible for food handlers. Ventilation not working in customers toilet room on bar side. Instructed to repair mechanical fan.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • Unneceesary articles stored on floor in basement and second bar/storage area. Instructed to elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.
19. CanvassJul 19, 2013

    8 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • Evidence of live flying insects in bar and prep area. Observed 10-15 live gnats in prep areas. Instructed to have service from licensed pest control comapny and remove all live activity. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
    • 19. OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
      • Outside grease box not maintained or rodent/insect proofed. Obsserved wasted grease on ground and encrusted grease around the exterior sides and top of grease box. Instructed to detail clean and keep exterior of grease box clean, maintained and free of rodent and insect nuisance. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
    • 24. DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED
      • Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While running and draining water in middle of three compartment sink, water coming up left and right sides of sink. Instructed to detail clean grease box and drainline to prevent inadequate disposal of waste water. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • Exterior between cooking equipment, interior ice machine and utensils not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • Floors not maintained throught out prep area,bar and kitchen. Instructed to detail clean floor, reseal surface and repair damaged floor in bar area.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • Walls and ceiling not maintained through-out premises. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to exposed brick surafce and replace any damaged ceiling tiles.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • Observed additional portable bar with glasses, disposable cups and can beverages on portable bar in overflow room. Instructed to install exposed handsink in additional area accessible for food handlers. Ventilation not working in customers toilet room on bar side. Instructed to repair mechanical fan.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • Unneceesary articles stored on floor in basement and second bar/storage area. Instructed to elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.
20. Canvass Re-InspectionSep 14, 2012

    7 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • VIOLATION STILL PENDING, SEE REPORT #1235145
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • VIOLATION STILL PENDING, SEE REPORT #1235145
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • VIOLATION STILL PENDING, SEE REPORT #1235145
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • VIOLATION STILL PENDING, SEE REPORT #1235145
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • VIOLATION STILL PENDING, SEE REPORT #1235145
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • VIOLATION STILL PENDING, SEE REPORT #1235145
    • 42. APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
      • VIOLATION STILL PENDING, SEE REPORT #1235145
21. CanvassSep 10, 2012

    10 infractions

    • 3. POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
      • FOUND IMPROPER TEMPERATURE COOKED CHICKEN WINGS IN A BOX AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK ON TOP OF SHELF.40LBS, COST $85.44 OWNER DENATURED AT THIS TIME.NO TIME AND TEMPERATURE LOGS.INST ALL FOODS SHOULD MAINTAINE 40 AND BELOW. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(a)
    • 16. FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
      • ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT AREA HAS BLACK MOLD INSIDE OF ICE UNIT. THIS IS ICE IS BEING MADE TRAY BLACK NEED DETAIL CLEANING,VIOLATION 7-38-005(a)SERIOUS ICE MACHINE IS TAGGED.NEED TO CONTACT DEPT OF HEALTH AT 773 746-4240
    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • BACK DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED HAS A GAP OF 1/2 ON THE SIDE OF DOOR.FOUND SMALL FLYS 20-25 IN FRONT BAR AREA.ALSO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK IS INCOMPLETE MUST PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL MAP LOCATOR IDENTIFYING PEST CONTROL SERVICES TO THIS FOOD ESTABLISHMENT SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD AT BAR AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK RUST ON BOTTOM PREP TABLE IN THE KITCHEN,RUST ON BOTTOM INSIDE SHELFING 2 DOOR AT THE COOK LINE.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • ALL COOKING EQUPMENTS AT COOK LINE STOVES DEEP FRYERS, CAN OPENER, ON THE SIDE OF FRYERS THUR OUT THE KITCHEN AREA, FAN COVERS INSIDE THE COOLER, INTERIOR OF THE WALK IN COOLER.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • ALL FLOORS THUR OUT KITCHEN BEHINE HEAVY EQUIPMENT,THE SIDEDS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,STORAGE AREA,BASEMENT NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING, ALL ITEMS NEED TO BE OFF THE FLOOR. NOTE
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • LIGHT NEEDS TO BE REPLACE ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • BATHROOMS NEEDS TO BE SELF CLOSING IN THE REAR AREA,BY KITCHEN
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • LEAK AT PIPE IN THE REAR OF THE 3 COMPPARTMENT SINK, CLEAN DUST BULID UP.
    • 42. APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
      • COOK IN FOOD AREA NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS.
22. License Re-InspectionMay 18, 2011

    0 infractions

23. LicenseMay 17, 2011

    2 infractions

    • 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. MUST RODENT PROOF ALL DOORS, APPROX. 1/2 INCH GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM AND SIDES OF DOORS
    • 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. MUST PROVIDE EXPOSED HAND BOWL IN REAR DISH AREA