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11601 W TOUHY AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60666 · Restaurant

15 inspections

CanvassAug 13, 2025
4 infractions
- 2. CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
  - OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE AT TIME INSPECTION WHILE TCS ITEMS, SUCH AS HOT DOGS WERE PREPARED. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN AN EMPLOYEE HOLDING A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
- 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
  - OBSERVED NO KIT AND PROCEDURE ON SITE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA. LEFT ONE PAGER AND INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN PROCEDURE AND KIT CONTAINING ALL NECESSARY SUPPLIES INCLUDING A SANITIZER RATED AS EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
- 48. WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
  - OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL SANITZER TESTING DEVICES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
- 57. ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
  - OBSERVED 3 EMPLOYEES ON DUTY WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
CanvassJun 17, 2024
1 infraction
- 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
  - OBSERVED DIRT BUILD-UP ON FLOOR BEHIND BAR. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
CanvassDec 5, 2023
3 infractions
- 1. PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
  - OBSERVED NO PERSON-IN-CHARGE PRESENT WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER CERTIFICATE.
- 2. CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
  - OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE (TCS FOODS) HOT DOGS IS BEING PREPARED/HANDLED.INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE,THAT A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN (TCS FOODS) ARE PREPARED,HANDLED, AND/OR SERVED.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY AND POST ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012,CITATION ISSUED.
- 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
  - OBSERVED RUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE REAR 2 DOOR STAND-UP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CHIPPED PAINT AND RUST AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES.
CanvassOct 6, 2022
2 infractions
- 15. FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED
  - KEEP ALL HOT DOGS FOOD ITEMS IN DESIGNATED FOOD COOLER IN REAR AND ALL BEER, WINE, KEG ITEMS IN KEG COOLERS IN FRONT.
- 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
  - OBSERVED FLOORS IN REAR UNCLEAN. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND REFRIGERTOR.
CanvassMar 15, 2021
2 infractions
- 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
  - INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR/VENT COVER SURFACES OF DISPLAY COOLER WITH HEAVY DUST ACCUMULATION IN FRONT DISPLAY AREA.
- 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
  - INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
CanvassJun 28, 2019
11 infractions
- 3. MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
  - FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED
- 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
  - FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
- 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
  - NOTED PREP TABLE AND CUTTING BOARD IN REAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER EQUIPPED WITH HAND SOAP AND HAND DRYING DEVICE OR REMOVE PREP TABLE OR THE SWING DOOR TO GAIN ACCESS AT HANDSINK.
- 23. PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
  - INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS INSIDE COOLERS. MUST IDENTIFY PRODUCT SHELF LIFE OR "CONSUME BY" DATING (7 DAYS FROM PREPARATION DATE). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
- 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
  - INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TIGHT FITTING LID/COVER FOR ICE BIN BEHIND BAR AREA.
- 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
  - INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LOOSE METAL SHEET INSIDE 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
- 48. WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
  - NOTED PLASTIC WRAPPED AROUND DRAIN STOPPER AT 3 COMPARTMENT BAR SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS.
- 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
  - INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF BEER COOLER BEHIND BAR.
- 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
  - INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL WITH SPILLAGE IN REAR AREA BEHIND PREP TABLE.
- 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
  - INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING LIGHT BULB INSIDE 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER.
- 57. ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
  - FOOD HANDLER (S) WITH INCOMPLETE PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. INFORMATION GIVEN.
CanvassApr 5, 2018
3 infractions
- 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
  - INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF REACH-IN COOLER IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF BEER REACH-IN COOLER BEHIND FRONT BAR.
- 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
  - CLEANING EQUIPMENT (MOP, BROOM ETC) MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR.
- 45. FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
  - FOOD HANDLER (S) WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. INFORMATION GIVEN.
CanvassSep 15, 2017
2 infractions
- 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
  - Observed the bottom of the bar reach in cooler to have water and dirt accumulated. Instructed facility to clean and maintain dry. Observed dirt accumulation in the bar soda gun holders. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed food accumulated in the microwave in the rear storage area. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
- 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
  - Observed dirt and debris on the floor of the bar under the sinks and fixtures and in the rear storage area. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
CanvassOct 11, 2016
1 infraction
- 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
  - Observed the vent of the grab and go cooler to have dust and debris in it. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
CanvassNov 17, 2015
3 infractions
- 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
  - OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS/DUST BUILD UP INSIDE UNUSED BAR REACH IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN INTERIOR OF UNUSED REACH IN COOLER.
- 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
  - OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON WALLS AT BAR AREA. MUST CLEAN WALLS THROUGHOUT BAR AREA.
- 45. FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
  - INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST BE CERTIFIED WITH CERTIFICATES OF NAMES OF EMPLOYEES ON PREMISES.
CanvassAug 26, 2014
4 infractions
- 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
  - SODA GUN NOT CLEAN NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
- 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
  - FLOOR UNDER BAR COUNTER NOT CLEANED OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND KEEP AREA DRY.
- 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
  - VENTILATION COVERS IN REAR NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE HEAVY DUST BUILT-UP.
- 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
  - DRAINLINE UNDER BAR COUNTER LEAKING OR HAS CONDENSATION BUILD-UP ON PIPES. INSTRUCTED TO WRAP DRAINLINES OR REPAIR DRAINLINE TO PREVENT LEAK.
CanvassOct 1, 2013
1 infraction
- 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
  - INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELD (UNDERNEATH COUNTER) WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS IN HOT DOG PREP AREA.-----MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN (AROUND) FAUCET HANDLE WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP AT 3 COMPARTMENT BAR SINK BEHIND BAR.
CanvassOct 5, 2012
4 infractions
- 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
  - INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CONDENSER FAN COVER WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD-UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM.
- 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
  - INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILES INSIDE STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT.
- 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
  - LIGHTS MUST BE SHIELDED WITH END CAPS ABOVE PREP AREA AND ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT BAR SINK BEHIND BAR.
- 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
  - INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
CanvassSep 29, 2011
2 infractions
- 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
  - All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. AIR VENT IN PREP COOLER DIRTY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
- 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
  - The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOOR UNDER SINK UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; 1 CRACKED FLOOR TILE IN BASEMENT STORAGE MUST BE REPLACED; FLOOR DRAINS MUST BE FLUSHED REGULARLY
CanvassSep 8, 2010
4 infractions
- 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
  - All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. ATTACHED PIPES AND AIR FAN UNDER HANDSINK WITH ACCUMULATED DUST MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SWEEP AT THE DOOR OF THE STORAGE AREA BASEMENT; MUST SEPARATE TUBES/PIPINGS FROM CLEAN ICE AT THE ICE BIN
- 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
  - All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. VENT COVER AT THE REAR END UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
- 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
  - The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE STORAGE AREA BASEMENT MUST BE REPAIRED,MUST BE SMOOTH FOR EASY CLEANING
- 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
  - The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. 6 DAMAGED CEILING TILES ABOVE WALK IN COOLER BASEMENT STORAGE AREA MUST BE REPLACED,SEAL HOLES