What is Gino's East OF Chicago's health inspection score?

Gino's East OF Chicago has a SafeDine safety score of 79 out of 100 (Grade B). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Gino's East OF Chicago last inspected?

Gino's East OF Chicago was last inspected on October 16, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Gino's East OF Chicago have?

Gino's East OF Chicago has 56 total violations across 7 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Gino's East OF Chicago safe to eat at?

Gino's East OF Chicago has a good safety record with a score of 79/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Gino's East OF Chicago serve?

Gino's East OF Chicago serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Gino's East OF Chicago

Name: Gino's East OF Chicago
Address: 521 S DEARBORN ST, Chicago, 60605
Rating: 79

521 S DEARBORN ST, Chicago

Last inspected 7mo ago

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American•South Loop

Ranked #179 of 291 in South LoopBetter than 22% of american restaurants

Improving

7 inspections

Last: Oct 16, 2025

medium confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

Avg Violations

7 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-24

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-10 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-1 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-7 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-3 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

+14 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 76/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (79/100) which is computed during our regular data sync.

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

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521 S DEARBORN ST, Chicago, IL 60605

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Violation Timeline

Jan 2023

2 inspections

5 high priority

4 intermediate

9 basic

Jan

Apr 2023

2 inspections

5 high priority

6 intermediate

11 basic

May 2024

1 inspections

1 intermediate

5 basic

May

Oct 2025

2 inspections

3 high priority

7 basic

Inspection History

7 records on file

2 Complaint Re-Inspection2 Complaint2 Canvass1 Canvass Re-Inspection

Oct 25

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass

3 Basic

3 total

94/100inspection score

−6 pts

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES INSIDE OF UNISEX TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN UTILITY AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−6 pts

Oct 25

Complaint InspectionFail

3 High4 Basic

7 total

62/100inspection score

−38 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN PREP AREA RENDERED INACCESSIBLE BY SHELF BLOCKING IT PREVENTING USE OF THE HANDWASHING SINK. ALSO OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK IN BAR WITH CUP AND TUBES FROM SODA MACHINE PLACE IN IT. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS OPEN AND ACCESSIBLE FOR HAND WASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO SOAP AT HANDWASHING SINK IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDSOAP AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C) CITATION COMBINED WITH ABOVE
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN BAR AND ALSO AT HANDWASHING SINK IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN PAPER TOWELS AT ALL EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION COMBINED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
FOUND THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED; SINK IS LEAKING WHEN WATER FROM ONE COMPARTMENT IS DRAINED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO GET DRAINAGE SYSTEM SERVICED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES INSIDE OF UNISEX TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN UTILITY AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−38 pts

May 24

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 Med5 Basic

6 total

85/100inspection score

−15 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
Bulk food containers ( salt, flour...) not labeled, instructed to label and maintain.

Basic (5)

−10 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
Using deli cups as a scoop for food at front prep kitchen, instructed to use proper scoops.
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
Found multiple drain hoses coming from air conditioner units draining in 3-comp sink, Instructed manager not to use utensils washing sink to drain AC water. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-025.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
Meat slicer not clean behind blade, food debris noted, Instructed to clean and maintain.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
Standing water noted on floor around large dough mixer, instructed to eliminate stagnant water in kitchen.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
Employees personal items ( purse ) stored on food shelf in kitchen, Instructed to keep away.

Base deductions−15 pts

Apr 23

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

2 High2 Med3 Basic

7 total

64/100inspection score

−36 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT THE HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, TOILET ROOMS AND BY THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS STAINED WITH DEEP DARK GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GROOVES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE CUTTING BOARDS OR REPLACE.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
3-302.12 OBSERVED DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA AND IN THE FOOD PREP AREA WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE PRODUCT NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-202.15 OBSERVED THE FRONT ENTRANCE AND SIDE DOORS WITH A ONE INCH GAP IN BETWEEN THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS AND UNDER THE SIDE DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SAID DOORS TIGHT FITTING AND RODENT PROOFED.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
3-305.11 OBSERVED SOME DRY STORAGE UNDER WASTE WATER PIPES LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL STORAGE FROM UNDER WASTE WATER PIPES IN ORDER TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-101.17 OBSERVED RAW WOOD BOARDS LOCATED INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER, MANAGER STATES THE RAW WOOD BOARDS ARE USED TO MAKE THE BAGELS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RAW WOOD BOARDS, ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS INSIDE OF THE FRYERS AND IN BETWEEN COOKING EQUIPMENT. OBSERVED RAW MEAT ON THE HANDLES OF THE REFRIGERATION UNITS AND EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED DUST DEBRIS ON THE SIDE OF THE PIZZA OVEN AS WELL AS ON THE VENTS LOCATED ABOVE THE SODA DISPENSING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL.

Base deductions−36 pts

Apr 23

Complaint InspectionFail

3 High4 Med8 Basic

15 total

34/100inspection score

−66 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
5-204.11 OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLER PREPPING BAGELS AT A PREP TABLE LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA THAT DOES NOT HAVE A HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO EITHER INSTALL A HAND WASHING SINK OR CEASE PREPPING ANY FOODS IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. MANAGER TOLD FOOD HANDLER TO CEASE PREPPING BAGELS IN THE BASEMENT DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT THE HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, TOILET ROOMS AND BY THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS STAINED WITH DEEP DARK GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GROOVES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE CUTTING BOARDS OR REPLACE.

Intermediate (4)

−20 pts

35APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED−5
3-501.13 OBSERVED FACILITY IMPROPERLY THAWING TCS FOODS (RAW CHICKEN, RAW FISH) AT A 2 COMPARTMENT SINK IN STAGNANT WATER. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY THAW ALL TCS FOODS UNDER COLD RUNNING WATER (NOT EXCEEDING 70F) UNTIL THE PRODUCT REACHES AN INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF 41F.
37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
3-302.12 OBSERVED DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA AND IN THE FOOD PREP AREA WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE PRODUCT NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED ABOUT 30 RAT DROPPINGS LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA AND UNDER THE 1ST FLOOR BAR AREA BY THE CUSTOMER SITTING. ALSO OBSERVED ABOUT 50 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN THE MEN'S ROOM ON THE WALLS AND CEILINGS, ABOUT 10 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM ON THE CEILING, ABOUT 10 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON THE WALLS AND CEILINGS IN THE HALLWAY LOCATED OUTSIDE OF THE TOILET ROOMS AND ABOUT 30 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON THE WALLS AND CEILINGS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ALL PEST ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-202.15 OBSERVED THE FRONT ENTRANCE AND SIDE DOORS WITH A ONE INCH GAP IN BETWEEN THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS AND UNDER THE SIDE DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SAID DOORS TIGHT FITTING AND RODENT PROOFED.

Basic (8)

−16 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
3-305.11 OBSERVED SOME DRY STORAGE UNDER WASTE WATER PIPES LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL STORAGE FROM UNDER WASTE WATER PIPES IN ORDER TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
4-101.17 OBSERVED RAW WOOD BOARDS LOCATED INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER, MANAGER STATES THE RAW WOOD BOARDS ARE USED TO MAKE THE BAGELS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RAW WOOD BOARDS, ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS INSIDE OF THE FRYERS AND IN BETWEEN COOKING EQUIPMENT. OBSERVED RAW MEAT ON THE HANDLES OF THE REFRIGERATION UNITS AND EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED DUST DEBRIS ON THE SIDE OF THE PIZZA OVEN AS WELL AS ON THE VENTS LOCATED ABOVE THE SODA DISPENSING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
5-204.12 UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO LOCATE OR PROVIDE.
54GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED−2
5-501.15 OBSERVED THE LID OF THE OUTSIDE GREASE DUMPSTER NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE ON THE LID AND THE LID LEFT OPENED DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ACCUMULATED GREASE AND ALWAYS CLOSE THE LID AFTER DUMPING GREASE INTO THE CONTAINER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(B).
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.11 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE DEBRIS UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND ACCUMULATED DIRT DEBRIS UNDER SHELVES IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.111 OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR AND CLUTTER INSIDE OF THE STORAGE ROOM LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY CLUTTER AND ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND. OBSERVED MOPS NOT INVERTED AT THE UTILITY SINK IN THE DISH WASHING ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE MOPS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.11 OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL INSIDE OF THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

Base deductions−66 pts

Jan 23

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionPass w/ Conditions

3 High1 Med4 Basic

8 total2 risk factors

47/100inspection score

−43 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
2-101.11 OBSERVED THE PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED. A COPY OF THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE WAS POSTED FOR THE PERSON IN CHARGE AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE POSTED FOR THE PERSON IN CHARGE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED UNDER VIOLATION #2.
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
2-101.11 OBSERVED THE PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED. A COPY OF THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE WAS POSTED FOR THE PERSON IN CHARGE AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE POSTED FOR THE PERSON IN CHARGE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT THE HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, TOILET ROOMS AND BY THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
3-302.12 OBSERVED SOME DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL ITEMS THAT ARE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND IN DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
4-301.12(A) OBSERVED THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK BEHIND THE BAR WITH A OUT OF ORDER SIGN, MANAGER STATES THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IS UNABLE TO BE TURNED ON AT THIS TIME DUE TO A REPAIR THAT NEEDS TO BE MADE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-025.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED DUST DEBRIS ON THE CONDENSERS OF THE PREP COOLERS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND MINOR ACCUMULATED DEBRIS ON THE CEILING IN VARIOUS AREAS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
5-204.12 UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO LOCATE OR PROVIDE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.12 OBSERVED MINOR DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS BY THE LARGE OVEN, UNDER AND BEHIND PREP TABLES AND UNDER THE SHELVES IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

Base deductions−43 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Jan 23

Canvass InspectionFail

2 High3 Med5 Basic

10 total

55/100inspection score

−45 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT THE HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, TOILET ROOMS AND BY THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
4-501.114 OBSERVED LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING AT 0 PPM DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS PROPERLY SANITIZE AT 50PPM-100PPM AT ALL TIMES. EMPLOYEE REPLACED THE SANITIZING CONTAINER AND BY THE END OF THE INSPECTION SAID DISH MACHINE WAS SANITIZING AT 100PPM. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-025.

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
3-302.12 OBSERVED SOME DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL ITEMS THAT ARE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND IN DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED ONE RAT DROPPING BEHIND A PREP TABLE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND ABOUT 10 RAT DROPPINGS LOCATED ON THE FLOOR IN VARIOUS AREAS UNDER SHELVES LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. OBSERVED ABOUT 10 LIVE COCKROACHES CRAWLING ON THE WALL BEHIND PIPING UNDER THE PREP TABLE THAT IS LOCATED NEXT TO THE SODA MACHINE/ICE MACHINE ON THE 1ST FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED ABOUT 5 LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
6-501.112 OBSERVED SOILED PEST TRAPS IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SOILED TRAPS AND REPLACE WITH NEW PEST TRAPS.

Basic (5)

−10 pts

48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
4-301.12(A) OBSERVED THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK BEHIND THE BAR WITH A OUT OF ORDER SIGN, MANAGER STATES THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IS UNABLE TO BE TURNED ON AT THIS TIME DUE TO A REPAIR THAT NEEDS TO BE MADE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-025.
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
4-603.15 OBSERVED LARGE CIP EQUIPMENT (DOUGH MIXER) TOO LARGE TO FIT INTO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A WRITTEN PROCEDURE ON THE WASHING RINSING AND SANITIZING OF THE LARGE CIP EQUIPMENT.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED DUST DEBRIS ON THE CONDENSERS OF THE PREP COOLERS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND MINOR ACCUMULATED DEBRIS ON THE CEILING IN VARIOUS AREAS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
5-204.12 UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO LOCATE OR PROVIDE.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.12 OBSERVED MINOR DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS BY THE LARGE OVEN, UNDER AND BEHIND PREP TABLES AND UNDER THE SHELVES IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

Base deductions−45 pts

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