Costa Alegre
Last inspected: May 4, 2026
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Score
Costa Alegre has been inspected 20 times since 2013. The latest inspection on file is from May 4, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around nine violations to closer to four violations per visit over the last few inspections.
Looking across the full record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” is the recurring theme, flagged 11 times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Costa Alegre trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
May 4, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO RUNNING HOT WATER AT HANDWASHING SINK IN KITCHEN NEAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE HOT WATER MUST BE AVAILABLE AT ALL HAND-WASHING SINKS AND MUST BE AT LEAST 100F. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
10
Proper reheating procedures for hot holding
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY NOT MEETING REHEATING FOR HOT HOLDING REQUIREMENTS; FOOD HANDLERS PLACE COLD ITEMS (RICE) AT 109F DIRECTLY FROM COLD HOLING DIRECTLY INSIDE HOT HOLDING UNIT. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE AND FOOD HANDLERS OF REHEATING FOR HOT HOLDING PROCEDURES OF IN-HOUSE COOKED ITEM, MUST REHEAT FOOD ITEMS ON STOVE, GRIDDLE OR MICROWAVE TO 165 DEGREES F BEFORE PLACING IN HOT HOLDING FOR IN HOUSE ITEMS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER WITH LIDS NOT CLOSED DUE TO TRASH OVERFLOWING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN TO ENSURE TIGHT FITTING LIDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A 1/4" GAP AROUND ENTIRETY OF OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT-FITTING SEAL AT ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING ICE BIN COVERS AT FRONT BAR ICE BINS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ICE BIN COVERS.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PLATES, BOWLS, POTS AND PANS STORED NEAR HOT COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT INVERTED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT PLATES, BOWLS, POTS AND PANS AFTER SANITIZING AND AIR DRYING.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MOP IN A POSITION THAT DOES NOT ALLOW TO DRY PROPERLY AND PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. MUST STORE MOP AFTER USE IN A MOUNTED POSITION THAT ALLOWS FOR AIR-DRYING WITHOUT SOILING AND PEST HARBORAGING.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS AND SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR OF PREP DISH AREA, AROUND DISH MACHINE, PREP TABLES AND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, DIRT BUILDUP AND/OR GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Jul 24, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jul 17, 2025
Complaint
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE MACHINE IN REAR AT FOOD SERVICE LINE WITH A BUILD-UP OF BLACK, BROWN AND PINK SUBSTANCE, DRIPPING ONTO ICE CUBES STORED AT BELOW ICE BIN. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.CITATION ISSUED
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN SIGNED COPIES THAT VERIFY ACKNOWLEDGMENT ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOP AND BOTTLED JUICE HELD IN ICE BIN AT BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER HOLDING UNITS FOR ICE SCOOPS AND TO ONLY USE COOLERS FOR COLD-HOLDING
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD ATTACHED TO PREP COOLER IN KITCHEN WITH DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND RESTORE TO A SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PLASTIC STUFFED IN DRAINHOLES OF BAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PROPER STOPPERS.
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70
Aug 15, 2024
Reinspection
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED MANAGER FROM 2:30PM TO 2:45PM WHILE TCS FOODS SUCH AS CHICKEN WERE PREPARED. AT 12:20PM CERTIFIED MANAGER HECTOR LOPEZ ARRIVED ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN EMPLOYEE HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
2
Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FROZEN SHRIMP THAWING IN A CONTAINER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO THAW TCS FOODS UNDER COLD RUNNING WATER, IN THE REFRIGERATOR OR IN THE MICROWAVE AS PART OF A CONTINUOUS COOKING PROCESS.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEASONINGS AND RICE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE PRODUCT NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOODS AND SPICES WITH COMMON NAME THAT ARE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED ALUMINUM FOIL BEING USED TO LINE ON GREASE TRAP INSIDE THE KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE CARDBOARD AND PROVIDE A SMOOTH, CLEANABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WORKING SINK STOPPERS ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SINK STOPPERS TO FILL 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND BROKEN FLOOR TILES BEHIND THE BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR BROKEN TILES AND MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED, UNNECSSARY EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES
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Aug 7, 2024
Routine
5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT THE HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT ALL HANDWASH SINKS MUST BE SUPPLIED WITH SOAP AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSU
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SUMMARY REPORT FROM 5/25/2023, REPORT #2576407 NOT POSTED IN PUBLIC VIEW OF ESTABLISHMENT'S CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED TO POST RECENT SUMMARY REPORT VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN KITCHEN 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.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN PREP AREA DURING EXTREMELY SLOW AND ALMOST CLOGGED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION COMBINED WITH ABOVE
10
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BLACK AND PINK SLIMY SUBSTANCE BUILD UP ON INSIDE INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE AND DRIPPING ONTO ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. MUST REMOVE BUILD UP, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
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Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FROZEN SHRIMP THAWING IN A CONTAINER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO THAW TCS FOODS UNDER COLD RUNNING WATER, IN THE REFRIGERATOR OR IN THE MICROWAVE AS PART OF A CONTINUOUS COOKING PROCESS.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEASONINGS AND RICE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE PRODUCT NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOODS AND SPICES WITH COMMON NAME THAT ARE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED AS REQUIRED. MUST COMPLETELY RODENT PROOF DOOR BY SEALING 1/4 GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED ALUMINUM FOIL BEING USED TO LINE ON GREASE TRAP INSIDE THE KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE CARDBOARD AND PROVIDE A SMOOTH, CLEANABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.
47
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WORKING SINK STOPPERS ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SINK STOPPERS TO FILL 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND BROKEN FLOOR TILES BEHIND THE BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR BROKEN TILES AND MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED, UNNECSSARY EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES
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39
May 25, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO PERSON ON SITE WITH AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A PERSON ON SITE WITH A VALID AND ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OYSTERS STORED IN CONTAINER WITHOUT SHELLSTOCK TAG ATTACHED. SHELLSTOCK tags or labels shall remain attached to the container in which the SHELLSTOCK are received until the container is empty. OYSTERS WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 30 LBS AT A COST OF $150.00. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SUMMARY REPORT FROM 5/26/2022, REPORT #2556386 NOT POSTED IN PUBLIC VIEW OF ESTABLISHMENT'S CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED TO POST RECENT SUMMARY REPORT VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE EMPLOYEE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINKS LOCATED AT BAR AND KITCHEN.
10
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VISIBLE BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE ON MOP SINK FAUCET. MUST INSTALL.
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May 26, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT THE HANDWASHING SINKS LOCATED IN THE BAR AND THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT ALL HANDWASH SINKS MUST BE SUPPLIED WITH SOAP AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RICE BEING STORED DIRECTLY IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS INSIDE THE HOT-HOLDING UNIT AND COOLER IN THE KITCHEN. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY APPROVED FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NOTED A LEAK COMING FROM THE DRAINAGE PIPE UNDERNEATH THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND BROKEN FLOOR TILES BEHIND THE BAR NEAR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR BROKEN TILES AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED WATER ON THE FLOOR POOLING IN THE CORNER OF THE KITCEHN NEAR THE FRYERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE ALL STANDING WATER, CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A WORKING MECHANICAL VENTILATION FAN IN THE MENS AND UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOMS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED CARDBOARD BEING USED TO LINE METAL SHELVING INSIDE THE KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE CARDBOARD AND PROVIDE A SMOOTH, CLEANABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.
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Mar 31, 2021
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN BASEMENT. MUSTREMOVE UNUSED AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS FROM THE BASEMENT AND STORE REMAINING ITEMS AT LEAST 6" OFF OF THE FLOOR TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
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Mar 24, 2021
Complaint
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 10/26/2020 INSPECTION #2453803 #51 BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE AND UTILITY MOP SINK. MUST INSTALL SO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-010(B).
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT BAR AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS STORED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE. MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOPS IN A CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN BASEMENT. MUSTREMOVE UNUSED AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS FROM THE BASEMENT AND STORE REMAINING ITEMS AT LEAST 6" OFF OF THE FLOOR TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
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Nov 2, 2020
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE KITCHEN 2 DOOR STAND-UP COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE AND UTILITY MOP SINK. MUST INSTALL SO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELDS/END CAPS OR SHATTER-PROOF LIGHT BULBS FOR LIGHT FIXTURE IN THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA.
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Oct 26, 2020
Complaint
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010,CITATION ISSUED.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CHEMICAL SANITIZING TEST KIT/STRIPS ON PREMISES TO TEST SANITIZER CONCENTRATION.INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT TEST KIT STRIPS MUST BE ON SITE ALL TIMES AND TO MAINTAIN.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS #53,#55,#57,#58 NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2279444 ON 03/14/2019 : #53-NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE. Jun 14, 2019 #55-REMOVE UNUSED AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS FROM THE BASEMENT AND STORE REMAINING ITEMS AT LEAST 6" OFF OF THE FLOOR. Jun 14, 2019 #57-OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES. Jun 14, 2019 #58-OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. Jun 14, 2019 INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT NOTED VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN BY 11/2/2020. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090,CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR 1/4 " GAP WITH DAMAGED THRESHOLD AT BOTTOM OF DOOR.MUST PEST PROOF DOOR ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE KITCHEN 2 DOOR STAND-UP COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET. OBSERVED MISSING SINK STOPPERS FOR THE KITCHEN DISH WASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 ADEQUATE WORKING SINK STOPPERS AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED KITCHEN HAND SINK SLOW DRAINING.MUST REPAIR AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE AND UTILITY MOP SINK. MUST INSTALL SO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELDS/END CAPS OR SHATTER-PROOF LIGHT BULBS FOR LIGHT FIXTURE IN THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA.
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58
Mar 14, 2019
Routine
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP SUPPLIES ON THE PREMISES FOR VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS TO THE REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: REMOVE UNUSED AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS FROM THE BASEMENT AND STORE REMAINING ITEMS AT LEAST 6" OFF OF THE FLOOR.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.
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61
May 25, 2017
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN HAND SINK AND 3- COMP SINK.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FRYER CABINET,GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,PREP COOLERS,CUTTING BOARDS,MICRO WAVE
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP,BAR,CLOSET AND STORAGE AREA.MUST REPLACE MISSSING FLOOR TILES LEADING TO MOP SINK AREA AND WHERE NEEDED
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM WALLS ,HOOD & FILTERS IN PREP AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN TOILET ROOMS,PREP AREA,HOLES AROUND PIPES AT MOP SINK.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT 3- COMP SINK,MISSING BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION
43
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET FOR NEW EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN
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67
May 18, 2017
Routine
13 minor violations.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND WASHING FACILITIES FOR STAFF NOT MAINTAINED AND ACCESSIBLE.OBSERVED A POT OF SOUP ,2- BRUSHES INSIDE OF HAND SINK IN PREP AREA AND NO SOAP AND TOWELS AND BAR HAND SINK NO SOAP AND TOWELS WHILE FOOD IS BEING PREPARED ,HANDLED AND SERVED.POT,BRUSHES REMOVED FROM SINK AND SOAP AND TOWELS ARE NOW PROVIDED.MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 25 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND PREP.BAR,DINING AND BASEMENT AREAS.ALSO APPX."1-2" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOUBLE AND MAN DOOR,REAR EXIT DOOR.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 5/18/17.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST ELIMINATE GROCERY STORE BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FRYER CABINET,GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,PREP COOLERS,CUTTING BOARDS,MICRO WAVE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP,BAR,CLOSET ,BASEMENT AND STORAGE AREA.MUST SEAL GAPS BETWEEN FLOOR AND WALL BASES IN DINING AREAS.MUST REPLACE MISSSING FLOOR TILES LEADING TO MOP SINK AREA AND WHERE NEEDED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM WALLS ,HOOD & FILTERS IN PREP AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN TOILET ROOMS,PREP AREA,HOLES AROUND PIPES AT MOP SINK,REAR UPPER WALL AND CEILING DOES NOT MEET DAY LIGHT APPEARING IN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT 3- COMP SINK,MISSING BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE MASSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER AND ARTICLES ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT ALL AREAS OF BASEMENT.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE HAIR NETS FOR FOOD HANDLERS
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET FOR NEW EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 23, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT FLAT GRILL DRIP TRAY FULL, NOT CLEAN INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. ALSO CLEAN CHAR GRILL.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONE LIGHT OUT UNDER GRILL AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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May 9, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE BAR GUN HOLDER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN,AND SANITIZE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO ORGENIZE, AND REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED.
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Sep 22, 2015
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT REAR OF PREMISES. MUST SWEEP AND MOP(BASEMENT).
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Jul 24, 2014
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LID OF CHEST FREEZER IN BASEMENT.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP ON LIQUOR SHELVES BEHIND BAR.MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE,DEEP FRYER,GASKETS ON CHEST FREEZER IN BASEMENT.MUST DEFROST CHEST FREEZER IN BASEMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING FLOORING BEHIND BAR,DAMAGED FLOORING IN REAR CLOSET STORAGE AREA.MUST CLEAN FLOOR IN PREP AREA,BAR AREA,BASEMENT,FURNANCE AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST FINISH WALL IN MOP SINK AREA TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN UPPER WALL VENTILATION .MUST ADJUST THRESHOLD AT REAR DOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A EXTENSION ON DRAINLINE IN BASEMENT TO A OPEN SITE FLOOR DRAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN FURNANCE ROOM AND BASEMENT.
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Jul 25, 2013
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT BAR AREA BY THREE COMP SINK AND REAR PREP AREA, BY THREE COMP SINK AND EXPOSED HAND SINK,
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Jul 18, 2013
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: FRONT AND REAR DOORS NOT RODENT PROOF APPROX., 1/4 GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOORS, MUST REPAIR AND NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE WITH UP TO DATE PEST CONTROL REPORTS, AND ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS THATS NEEDED INSIDE LOG BOOK, BUSINESS LICENSE, CHEMICALS USED, MAP, ETC., SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, INSTRUCTED TO ENROLL IN A CLASS AND A RECEIPT OF ENROLLMENT MUST BE AVAILABLE, OR HAVE AN ACTUAL CERTIFICATE POSTED AND AVAILABLE, A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES FOODS ARE COOKED AND PREPARED, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-012
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT BAR AREA BY THREE COMP SINK AND REAR PREP AREA, BY THREE COMP SINK AND EXPOSED HAND SINK,
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL CLUTTER IN ALL STORAGE AREAS, INCLUDING, BASEMENT AREA,
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Costa Alegre last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Costa Alegre on file is from May 4, 2026. The public record contains 20 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Costa Alegre?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 11 times, more than any other issue at Costa Alegre.
Has Costa Alegre's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Costa Alegre have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Costa Alegre means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Costa Alegre inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Costa Alegre is inspected around two times per year on average.
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