PARSON'S CHICKEN & FISH

2946-2952 W ARMITAGE AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60647 · Restaurant

25 inspections

1. Canvass Re-InspectionNov 3, 2025

   4 infractions

   • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
     • 4-502.11(A;C): **C** Good Repair and Calibration- Utensils and Temperature and Pressure Measuring Devices OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER IN REAR PREP( COOKS LINE REACH IN COOLER). INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE
   • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
     • 6-201.11: **C** Floors, Walls, and Ceilings- Cleanability OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED WALL TILES IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM UNDER THE HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
   • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
     • 6-201.11: **C** Floors, Walls, and Ceilings- Cleanability OBSERVED DAMAGE: BROKEN FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREMISES BEHIND PATIO BAR IN REAR, HALLS LEADING TO BAR, DISH, AND KITCHEN PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT FLOORS NEED TO BE SEALED TO PROVIDE A SMOOTH, NON-ABSORBENT, AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND SEAL FLOORS.
   • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
     • 6-501.12: **C** Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions OBSERVED FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT FACILITY WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
2. CanvassOct 24, 2025

   8 infractions

   • 16. FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
     • NOTED LOW TEMPERATURE DISH WASHING MACHINE IN USE NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING. SANITIZING STRENGTH OF SANITIZER (CHLORINE) AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION WAS 0 PPM. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNIT UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (CDPH). TAGGED UNIT AT BAR. NOTED DURING INSPECTION LOW TEMP DISH MACHINE IN DISH AREA WAS 0 PPM HOWEVER AFTER CHANGING CHEMICAL 100 PPM OBTAINED. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
   • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
     • OBSERVED PEST ACTIVITY WITH APPROX. 25 SMALL FLIES NOTED DURING INSPECTION. SMALL FLY ACTIVITY WAS NOTED COMING OUT OF A HOLE IN FLOOR BETWEEN THE LOW TEMP DISH MACHINE AT BAR AND WALL WITH BUSINESS LICENSES. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT PEST CONTROL AS ADDITIONAL SERVICES ARE NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE ACTIVITY PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
   • 41. WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
     • NOTED DIRTY WIPING CLOTHS ON PREP TABLES AT REAR PREP AREAS. NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL WASHCLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE
   • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
     • OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER IN SMALL RECH IN COOLER, AND ALUMINUMFOIL AS LINER IN ON FOOD PREP EQUIPMENT AND TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
   • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
     • OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER IN REAR PREP( COOKS LINE REACH IN COOLER). INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE
   • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
     • OBSERVED DAMAGE BROKEN FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREMISE BEHIND BAR IN FRONT, PATIO BAR IN REAR, HALLS LEADING TO BAR, DISH, AND KITCHEN PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT FLOORS NEED TO BE SEALED TO PROVIDE A SMOOTH, NONABSORBENT AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND SEAL FLOORS.
   • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
     • OBSERVED FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT FACILITY WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
   • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
     • OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED WALL TILES IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM UNDER HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
3. CanvassOct 22, 2024

   2 infractions

   • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
     • OBSERVED FRONT BAR AREA HANDWASHING SINK DRAIN PLUMBING TO BE SLOW-DRAINING AND IN POOR REPAIR, BUT FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR FRONT BAR AREA HANDWASHING SINK DRAIN PLUMBING TO ALLOW FOR ADEQUATE DRAINAGE AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN GOOD REPAIR.
   • 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
     • OBSERVED OUTDOOR WASTE RECEPTACLE STORAGE ENCLOSURE TO BE MILDLY SOILED WITH DEBRIS AND MISCELLANEOUS RECYCLABLES, WASTE RECEPTACLES STILL ACCESSIBLE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN OUTDOOR WASTE RECEPTACLE STORAGE ENCLOSURE AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF DEBRIS AND WASTE AND MAINTAIN.
4. ComplaintMar 28, 2023

   3 infractions

   • 37. FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
     • SOME PREP AREA FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. MUST LABEL ALL FOOD CONTAINERS.
   • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
     • OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP AT REAR EXIT DOOR SWEEP (LEADING TO OUTSIDE PATIO). MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR.
   • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
     • REAR BAR HAND SINK HOT WATER HANDLE STRIPPED. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
5. CanvassSep 21, 2022

   0 infractions

6. Complaint Re-InspectionSep 17, 2021

   3 infractions

   • 14. REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION
     • OBSERVED NO DATE LABELEING OF SHELLSTOCK TAGS. INFORMED MANAGER DATE OF LAST SOLD SHELLSTOCK SHOULD BE WRITTEN ON SHELLTAG AND MAINTAINED FOR 90 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
   • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
     • OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE FLOOR DRAIN NEAR DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
   • 58. ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
     • NO PROOF ALLERGERN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED CERTIFIED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ACCREDITED BY ANSI.
7. ComplaintSep 15, 2021

   7 infractions

   • 9. NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED
     • OBSERVED CHEF ON SANDWICH PREP STATION PREPARING COOKED CHICKEN SANDWICHES WITH BARE HANDS.INSTRUCTED TO USE GLOVES WHEN PREPARING READY TO EAT FOODS. PRIORITY. 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED
   • 14. REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION
     • OBSERVED NO DATE LABELEING OF SHELLSTOCK TAGS. INFORMED MANAGER DATE OF LAST SOLD SHELLSTOCK SHOULD BE WRITTEN ON SHELLTAG AND MAINTAINED FOR 90 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
   • 16. FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
     • OBSERVED LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IN OUTDOOR BAR NOT SANITIZING GLASSWARE. DISH MACHINE MUST MAINTAIN PROPER SANITIZING CONCENTRATION AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY. 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED. DISH MACHINE TAGGED FOR RE-INSPECTION.
   • 28. TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED
     • OBSERVED SANITIZER SPRAY BOTTLES THROUGHOUT FACILITY WITHOUT LABELS. ALL CHEMICAL SANITIZER MUST BE LABELED IF NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-015. CITATION ISSUED.
   • 28. TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED
     • OBSERVED SANITIZING SOLUTION DISPENSER ADJACENT TO MAIN KITCHEN DISH MACHINE DISPENSING ABOVE 400PPM. INSTRUCTED TO DILUTE SOLUTION TO MAINTAIN RANGE 0F 150-400PPM PER MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTION. OPERATOR INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT SERVICE COMPANY AND RECALIBRATE SOLUTION TO MANUFACTURE SPECIFICATIONS. PRIORITY. 7-38-015. CITATION ISSUED.
   • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
     • OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE FLOOR DRAIN NEAR DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
   • 58. ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
     • NO PROOF ALLERGERN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED CERTIFIED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ACCREDITED BY ANSI.
8. CanvassMay 12, 2021

   2 infractions

   • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
     • PREP AREA HANDWASH BOWL (BY WALK IN COOLER) LOOSE FROM WALL. MUST REATTACH SAID HANDWASH BOWL TO WALL.
   • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
     • OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON WALL BEHIND DISHMACHINE. MUST CLEAN WALL AND MAINTAIN.
9. Canvass Re-InspectionSep 24, 2019

   7 infractions

   • 23. PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
     • Violation Codes: 3-501.17 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE MARK ON TCS FOODS IN THE COOLER FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS. PROVIDE A DATE MARK ON ALL TCS FOODS KEPT IN THE COOLER MORE THAN 24 HOURS.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
   • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
     • Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED THE REAR PATIO DOORS TO HAVE A GAP. PROVIDE WEATHER STRIP ON REAR PATIO DOORS.
   • 41. WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
     • Violation Codes: 3-304.14 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED ON CUTTING BOARDS, COUNTERS AND ETC. STORE ALL WIPING CLOTHS IN A PROPERLY CONCENTRATED SANITIZED BUCKET.
   • 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
     • Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED DUST ON THE WALLS, FANS IN BOTH WALK-IN COOLERS. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE WALLS, FANS IN BOTH WALK-IN COOLERS..
   • 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
     • Violation Codes: 5-501.12 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED SOME FOOD SPLASH AND DEBRIS ACCUMULATION IN THE DUMPSTER AREA. MUST MAINTAIN THE DUMPSTER AREA.
   • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
     • Violation Codes: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED VENTILATION HOOD AND FRYERS TO BE SOILED. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENTILATION HOOD AND FRYERS ON PREMISE.
   • 57. ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
     • Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: FOUND NO UPDATED FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES ON PREMISE. PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES ON PREMISE.
10. CanvassSep 16, 2019

    15 infractions

    • 1. PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
      • PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE.
    • 2. CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
      • OBSERVED NO FOOD CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY DURING TCS FOODS SUCH AS FISH AND CHICKEN, ETC. OBSERVED NO VALID FOOD CERTIFIED CERTIFICATE ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE DURING ALL SHIFTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012.
    • 3. MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
      • OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES ON PREMISE. PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES ON PREMISE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010
    • 23. PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
      • OBSERVED NO DATE MARK ON TCS FOODS IN THE COOLER FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS. PROVIDE A DATE MARK ON ALL TCS FOODS KEPT IN THE COOLER MORE THAN 24 HOURS.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CTATION ISSUED)
    • 37. FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
      • OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISE WITH NO LABELS. PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN LABELS ON ALL CONTAINERS ON PREMISES.
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED 50 LIVE LARGE FLIES AND APPROX. 200 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AND LAYING IN DINING, DISH WASHING, PREP, AND BAR AREAS. ALSO OBSERVED LIVE WASP AND BEES. RECOMMEND PEST CONTROL SERVICE PREMISE ON OR AFTER 9/16.PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020 (A).
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED THE REAR PATIO DOOR TO HAVE A GAP. PROVIDE WEATHER STRIP ON REAR PATIO DOOR.
    • 41. WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
      • OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED ON CUTTING BOARDS, COUNTERS AND ETC. STORE ALL WIPING CLOTHS IN A PROPERLY CONCENTRATED SANITIZED BUCKET.
    • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
      • OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVES IN THE PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER AND PREP TABLES. MAINTAIN THE SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND PREP TABLES ON PREMISE.
    • 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
      • OBSERVED DUST ON THE WALLS, FANS IN BOTH WALK-IN COOLERS. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE WALLS, FANS IN BOTH WALK-IN COOLERS.
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES IN THE WOMEN RESTROOM. PROVIDE A COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN RESTROOM ON PREMISE.
    • 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED SOME FOOD SPLASH AND DEBRIS ACCUMULATION IN THE DUMPSTER AREA. MUST MAINTAIN THE DUMPSTER AREA.
    • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
      • OBSERVED VENILATION HOOD AND FRIERS TO BE SOILED. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENILATION HOOD AND FRIERS ON PREMISE.
    • 57. ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
      • FOUND NO UPDATED FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES ON PREMISE. PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES ON PREMISE.
    • 60. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
      • PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT 2184823 DATED 7/19/2018 NOT CORRECTED. VIOLATION #38 FOUND FLY STRIPS ADJACENT TO PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REMOVE ALL FLY STRIPS AND, IF USING INSECTED CONTROL DEVICE TO ENSURE THAT INSECTS ARE RETAINED INSIDE SAID DEVICE. CORRET AND MAINTAIN. VIOLATION #58 FOUND NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALERGEN TRAINIGN REQUIREMENT. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO COMPLY AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-42-090
11. CanvassJul 19, 2018

    7 infractions

    • 3. MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
      • - FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE DOCUMENTS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • - INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO INSTALL HANDWASHING SIGNS AND TO MAINTAIN.
    • 25. CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
      • - FOUND NO REMINDER ON FACILITY'S MENUS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PUT A REMINDER SYSTEM IN PLACE THAT ACCOMPANIES THE DISCLOSURE ALREADY ON THE MENU AND TO MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • - FOUND FLY STRIPS ADJACENT TO PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REMOVE ALL FLY STRIPS AND, IF USING AN INSECT CONTROL DEVICE, TO ENSURE THAT INSECTS ARE RETAINED INSIDE SAID DEVICE. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
    • 43. IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
      • - OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS STORED INSIDE ICE BINS WITH HANDLES RESTING ON ICE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO STORE IN A CLEAN, PROTECTED LOCATION WITH HANDLES OUTSIDE OF ICE AND TO MAINTAIN.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • - FOUND DUST BUILDUP ON THE KITCHEN CEILING NEAR H.V.A.C. VENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 58. ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
      • - FACILITY NOT IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING REQUIREMENT. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO COMPLY AND MAINTAIN.
12. ComplaintJul 20, 2017

    4 infractions

    • 30. FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
      • PREP AREA BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS.
    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • PREP AREA LOW BOY REACH IN COOLER CUTTING BOARD SURFACE DARK AND PITTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE SAID CUTTING BOARD.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • PREP AREA HAND WASH BOWL CAULK LOOSE FROM WALL ALSO OBSERVED DIRT BUILD UP ON WALLS AROUND MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REATTACH/RECAULK PREP AREA HAND WASH BOWL TO WALL AND CLEAN ALL WALLS AROUND MOP SINK.
    • 42. APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
      • OBSERVED ICE SCOOP IMPROPERLY STORED INSIDE ICE BIN AT REAR BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN CONTAINER FOR ICE SCOOP.
13. Canvass Re-InspectionMay 2, 2017

    0 infractions

14. CanvassApr 21, 2017

    6 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • OBSERVED REAR SIDE EXIT DOORS WEST AND EAST SIDE NOT RODENT PROOF DOORS HAVE APPROXIMATELY ONE INCH OPENING ON BOTTOM DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
    • 19. OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
      • OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED GREASE CONTAINER TO HAVE GREASE ON TOP LID AND SIDES. ALSO OBSERVED GARBAGE, TRASH AND FOOD DEBRIS ON GROUND SORROUNDING GREASE CONTAINER AND DUMPSTERS. THIS IS A FOOD SOURCE FOR RODENTS AND OTHER PEST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN GARBAGE AREA. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
    • 31. CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
      • OBSERVED KNIVES STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLESIN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE KNIVES IN A KNIFE RACK TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE IN REAR STORAGE AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON WALL BEHIND ICE MACHINE AND WALL AND PIPES NEXT TO 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GREASE AND DIRT ON LIGHT SHIELDS COVER IN MAIN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 43. FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
      • OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS STORED INSIDE ICE BIN IN FRONT BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOPS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION. OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
15. CanvassMar 15, 2016

    7 infractions

    • 3. POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
      • NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS INSIDE SERVICE AND WALK IN COOLERS TO BE IMPROPER:-EGGS 46.8F, HASH BROWN 47.3F, SCALLION BUTTER 53.7F,MASHED POTATOES 47.6F, FRITTER MIX 44.2F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 15LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $20.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
    • 11. ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED
      • NOTED NO COLD WATER AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASH SINK OF THE REAR BAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-030
    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • NOTED REAR EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF WITH GAP OF 1/4 INCHES AT BOTH EXIT DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020
    • 19. OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
      • NOTED OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER WITH GREASE ON TOP, LID, LIPS AND DRIPPING DOWN THE SIDES. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY HAD EMPLOYEES START CLEANING THE GREASE CONTAINER. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020
    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • NOTED RUSTY AND DIRTY SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND/ REPLACE.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • NOTED STANDING WATER ON FLOOR AT THE REAR BAR.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN DRY....MUST ALSO CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT AT THE REAR BAR AND EXTERIOR DRY STORAGE AREAS.ALSO THE FLOOR DRAIN AT THE PATIO BAR MUST BE CLEANED AND MAINTAINED.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • NOTED DUSTY CEILING FANS AT THE REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA AND INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS OF THE REAR BAR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
16. CanvassJun 4, 2015

    5 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR PANELS OF ICE MACHINES IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. REMOVE DIRT.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • OBSERVED CEILING IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA ABOVE PREP TABLES WITH DIRT AND GREASE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED DUST ACCUMULATION ON VENTILATION COVERS IN CUSTOMER'S WASHROOMS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 43. FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
      • OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS STORED ON TOP OF ICE BIN AT THE FRONT BAR. MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE BINS IN A CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION. OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHES IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
    • 45. FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
      • FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO LOGS,RECORDS ON SITE AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
17. ComplaintAug 12, 2014

    3 infractions

    • 11. ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED
      • FOUND THE OUTSIDE EXPOSED HAND SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE OR MAINTAINED. FOUND CARDBOARD TAPED OVER SINK AND NO HOT RUNNING WATER. ALSO OBSERVED THE EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND THE BAR NOT MAINTAINED IT WAS BEING USED AS A DUMP SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EXPOSED SINK AND USE FOR HAND WASHING ONLY. ALSO MUST PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED #7-38-030.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • MUST CLEAN FILTER ABOVE THE GRILLING STATION TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • MUST KEEP FLOORS AS DRY AS POSSILBE IN THE DISH WASHING/PREP AREA AND THE OUTSIDE BAR AREA TO PREVENT BREEDING GROUND FOR FLYING PESTS.
18. CanvassJun 24, 2014

    2 infractions

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND IN THE REAR BAR AREA TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS TO PREVENT BREEDING GROUNDS FOR PESTS.
19. Complaint Re-InspectionSep 27, 2013

    0 infractions

20. Complaint Re-InspectionSep 24, 2013

    2 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • FOUND NO FLY ACTIVITY AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, MANAGE STATES THAT EQUIPMENT FOR STORAGE CONTAINER IS ON ORDER, MANAGER HAS A RECEIPT STATING WHEN STORAGE CONTAINER WITH BE COMPLETE AND EQUIPMENT TO BE INSTALLED, MANAGER STATES EVERY THING SHOULD BE INSTALLED BY 9/26/2013, TIME GIVEN TO COMPLY,
    • 21. * CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
      • FOUND No certified food manager on premises when potentially hazardous foods are being cooked and served chicken at 165.8 F. Instructed that a certified food manager must be on premises during all hours of operation. Serious citation issued 7-38-012.
21. ComplaintSep 16, 2013

    8 infractions

    • 1. SOURCE SOUND CONDITION, NO SPOILAGE, FOODS PROPERLY LABELED, SHELLFISH TAGS IN PLACE
      • OBSERVED APPROX:(6) CONTAINERS OF OYSTERS HELD INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER LACKING THE REQUIRED SHELLFISH TAGS. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED,DENATURED SAID SHELLFISH- APPROX:TOTAL COUNT 220 OYSTERS,APPROX:25 POUNDS TOTAL DOLLAR VALUE$746.67 AS STATED PER MANAGER AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (B). "THIS TAG IS REQUIRED TO BE ATTACHED UNTIL CONTAINER IS EMPTY AND THEREAFTER KEPT ON FILE FOR 90 DAYS".
    • 8. SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME
      • FOUND (3) FROZEN DESSERT MACHINES BEHIND THE BARS IN USE AT THIS TIME. TOP LOADERS REQUIRE HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER TO MACHINE.TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST NOTIFY THE CDPH 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
    • 9. WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE
      • FOUND NO HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE INSIDE A METAL STORAGE POD CONTAINER USED AS A BAR LOCATED DIRECTLY IN BACK OUT DOOR PATIO OF THE LICENSED FOOD ESTABLISHMENT.THE ABOVE BUSINESS HAS BEEN ORDERED TO CEASE AND DESIST BAR OPERATION AT ONCE.MUST NOT USE THE SAID BAR AREA OR FURTHER LEGAL ACTION WILL TAKE PLACE.HOWEVER;THE RESTAURANT AND BAR INSIDE THE LICENSED FOOD ESTABLISHMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN TO OPERATE AS INSTRUCTED.SEE PICTURES ATTACHED.CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
    • 16. FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
      • FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE. OBSERVED 2 COLEMAN PARK COOLERS CONTAINING ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION,CLEAN PLATES,FILLED WATER PITCHERS STORED INSIDE THE 2 DOOR METAL CONTAINERS NOT PROTECTED AGAINST ELEMENTS DUST,DIRT,DEBRIS OR PUBLIC CONTAMINATION STORED OUTSIDE REAR OF PATIO AREAS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SAID FOOD ITEMS,AT ONCE.ALL FOOD,DRINK,ICE MAY ONLY BE DISPENSED OR STORED WITHIN THE LICENSED FOOD ESTABLISHMENT.ALL MULTI-USE UTENSILS(I.E.GLASSES,TABLEWARE,CLEAN PLATES ONLY TO BE STORED INSIDE THE LICENSED FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. MUST ENSURE A SAFE ENVIRONMENT AT ALL TIMES.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 15 LIVE FRUIT FLIES,HOUSE FLIES ON THE PREMISES AND IMPROPER PEST CONTROL METHODS. FOUND IN VARIOUS AREAS KITCHEN,BAR AREAS,EXTERIOR METAL POD DRY STORAGE CONTAINER,INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,ENSURE ADEQUATE SCREENS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AT SAID EXTERIOR METAL STORAGE CONTAINER,REMOVE POOLS OF STANDING WATER AT REAR OUTDOOR PATIO NEAR THE METAL POD BAR TO CONTROL PEST PROBLEM, ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. INSTRUCTED TO INSECT/RODENT PROOF THE DOORS TO THE SAID METAL POD DRY STORAGE CONTAINER APPROX:1/4" MODE OF ENTRY MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOMS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY INCLUDING THE SIDE REAR EXTERIOR DOOR NEAR THE EXTERIOR WALK-IN-COOLER. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
    • 21. * CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
      • FOUND No certified food manager on premises when potentially hazardous foods are being cooked and served chicken at 165.8 F. Instructed that a certified food manager must be on premises during all hours of operation. Serious citation issued 7-38-012.
    • 30. FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
      • ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED TO IDENTIFY FOODS STORED.
    • 42. APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
      • ALL FOOD HANDLERS WORKING AROUND OPEN FOODS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
22. Short Form ComplaintJul 26, 2013

    0 infractions

23. License Re-InspectionMay 8, 2013

    0 infractions

24. License Re-InspectionMay 6, 2013

    2 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • THE ANDERSON PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK MUST BE COMPLETE WITH ALL THE NECESSARY DOCUMENTS COPIES OF UPDATED WITH THE IDPH LICENSES,A MAP LOCATOR TO IDENTIFY THE PEST CONTROL SERVICES PROVIDED FOR THIS FOOD ESTABLISHMENT.ALSO,THE FOLLOWING DOORS ARE NOT RODENT-PROOFED 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY TO THE REAR EXTERIOR WALK-IN-COOLER DOOR,THE REAR EXTERIOR WEST SIDE DOOR NEAR THE WALK-IN-COOLER MUST PROVIDE A COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AS REQUIRED AND THE SAID DOORS MUST BE TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSSS THE BOTTOMS.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES FOR THE (2) ICE MACHINES.
25. LicenseMay 2, 2013

    7 infractions

    • 8. SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME
      • THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE AT REAR NOT WORKING PROPERLY MUST BE DISPENSING 100 PPM OF CHLORINE SANITIZER.
    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • THE ANDERSON PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK MUST BE COMPLETE WITH ALL THE NECESSARY DOCUMENTS COPIES OF UPDATED WITH THE IDPH LICENSES,A MAP LOCATOR TO IDENTIFY THE PEST CONTROL SERVICES PROVIDED FOR THIS FOOD ESTABLISHMENT.ALSO,THE FOLLOWING DOORS ARE NOT RODENT-PROOFED 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY TO THE REAR EXTERIOR WALK-IN-COOLER DOOR,THE REAR EXTERIOR WEST SIDE DOOR NEAR THE WALK-IN-COOLER MUST PROVIDE A COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AS REQUIRED AND THE SAID DOORS MUST BE TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSSS THE BOTTOMS.
    • 24. DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED
      • FOUND PLUMBERS PUTTY INSIDE BAR 3 COMP SINK MUST REMOVE CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AREAS IN DETAIL.
    • 30. FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
      • MUST PROVIDE A CONSUMARY ADVISORY POSTING FOR PUBLIC VIEW FOR THE SHELLFISH.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • MUST PROVIDE MISSING 4" COVING BEHIND FRONT SERVICE BAR AND SEAL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS AROUND PIPES INSIDE THE HOT WATER TANK CLOSET.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • THE LIGHT BULBS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES MUST BE SHIELDED OR PROVIDE SHATTER-PROOF LIGHTS.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES FOR THE (2) ICE MACHINES.