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MAMA LUNA RESTAURANT

5109 W FULLERTON AVE · Chicago, IL 60639

Restaurant

Chicago Department of Public Health reports Out of Business for MAMA LUNA RESTAURANT on .

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Inspection date
Reported outcome
Out of Business
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2283091

Location recorded for this inspection · MAMA LUNA RESTAURANT · 5109 W FULLERTON AVE

The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.

Official inspection record

Inspection history

Chicago publishes inspection reports dating back to 2010. The city changed its procedures on July 1, 2018.

Complaint Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Complaint Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
2
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1464771

Location recorded for this inspection · MAMA LUNA RESTAURANT · 5109 W FULLERTON AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND NO EXPOSED HAND SINK AT BAR.

  • 45

    FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET - Comments: FOODHANDLERS AT PREMISES WITH NO FOODHANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE.

ComplaintFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Complaint
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1464761

Location recorded for this inspection · MAMA LUNA RESTAURANT · 5109 W FULLERTON AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 11

    ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND EXPOSED HAND SINK AT MAIN PIZZA PREPARATION WITH NO HOT RUNNING WATER. CRITICAL VIOLATION. 7-38-030 CURRENTLY WILL BE USING EXPOSED HAND SINK AT MAIN KITCHEN. EXPOSED HAND SINK AT MAIN KITCHEN IS ABOUT 30 FEET FROM PIZZA PREPARATION AREAS.

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: FOUND EXTERIOR OF DISHMACHINE NOT CLEAN.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND NO EXPOSED HAND SINK AT BAR.

  • 45

    FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET - Comments: FOODHANDLERS AT PREMISES WITH NO FOODHANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE.

Canvass Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
1
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1493725

Location recorded for this inspection · MAMA LUNA RESTAURANT · 5109 W FULLERTON AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR STRIPPED (HOT) FAUCET HANDLE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN PIZZA PREP AREA.

CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
6
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1493328

Location recorded for this inspection · MAMA LUNA RESTAURANT · 5109 W FULLERTON AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 18

    NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FOUND OVER 50 RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS IN REAR DRY STORAGE AREA AND INSIDE BOILER ROOM ALONG THE WALLS, UNDERNEATH STORAGE RACKS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CALL LICENSED PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. ALSO NOTED, REAR BOTTOM EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED WITH AN OPENING/GAP OF 1/4 INCH. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOFED BOTTOM OF THE SAID DOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-020

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT OR REPLACE METAL STORAGE RACKS WITH EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND RUST BUILD-UP INSIDE MAIN WALK-IN COOLER.

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF DISH MACHINE AND ICE MACHINE.

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CONDENSER FAN COVER WITH DUST AND GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE PIZZA WALK-IN COOLER.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR FAUCET NECK WITH HEAVY LEAK AT 3 COMPARTMENT BAR SINK.-------MUST REPAIR LEAKY FOOT PEDAL FOR EXPOSED HAND SINK IN MAIN PREP AREA.--------MUST REPAIR STRIPPED (HOT) FAUCET HANDLE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN PIZZA PREP AREA.

  • 41

    PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER STORED ON TOP OF WALK-IN COOLER AND WALK-IN FREEZER IN REAR STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. MUST REORGANIZE.

CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1354204

Location recorded for this inspection · MAMA LUNA RESTAURANT · 5109 W FULLERTON AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 31

    CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: MUST PROVIDE LID FOR CUP DISPENSER IN KITCHEN AREA, RESTRICT STORING CUP ABOVE THE RIM, POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION,

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN INTERIOR SURFACES OF WALK-IN COOLER,

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST REPAIR THRESHOLD REAR KITCHEN AREA AT BACK DOOR,

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILE IN KITCHEN AREAS, AND REPAIR CHIPPING WALL BY PIZZA OVEN, SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE,

Canvass Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
6
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1229262

Location recorded for this inspection · MAMA LUNA RESTAURANT · 5109 W FULLERTON AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 30

    FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Foods stored inside cooler and bulk items not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Raw wood storage rack above pizza prep table. Instructed to remove or apply non-toxic sealant to surface.

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Pizza cutting boards, can opener, interior of coolers and utensils not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Must install tight fitting screen door on rear exit door.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Sprayer at dish machine not maintained. Instructed to have sprayer elevated above wateline or install holder. Exposed hand sink installed next to one compartment sink. Instructed to install shield between both sinks.

  • 42

    APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: Food handlers in prep area not wearing hair restraints. Instructed that all employees in prep area wear proper hair restraints.

CanvassPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
11
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1214761

Location recorded for this inspection · MAMA LUNA RESTAURANT · 5109 W FULLERTON AVE

The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 1

    SOURCE SOUND CONDITION, NO SPOILAGE, FOODS PROPERLY LABELED, SHELLFISH TAGS IN PLACE - Comments: Shellfish found without tags in place. Found 40 lbs of raw Oysters inside walk-in-cooler and 40 lbs of frozen Clams inside walk-in-freezer without shellfish tag with products. Instructed that shellfish tags must stay with product until completely emptied and tag remain on premises for 90 days. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(B-2). Manager voluntarily denatured and discarded 80 lbs, value $200.

  • 4

    SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION CONTROLLED I.E. CUTTING BOARDS, FOOD HANDLERS, UTENSILS, ETC - Comments: Source of cross contamination found inside ice machine. Observed excessive black slimy substance build-up dripping on fresh and stored ice in bin and on all mechanical parts and front and backside of interior panel. Instructed manager to disconnect ice machine, detail clean and sanitize machine. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(A). "Held for Inspection" tag placed on machine.

  • 6

    HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS. - Comments: Food handler not following good hygienic practices. Observed food handler in prep area do multiple tasks wipe hands on apron and not wash hands at exposed hand sink. Hand sink not convenient to food handler in prep area. Instructed manager that all food handlers must properly wash hands between each task. Critical citation issued 7-38-010(A).

  • 30

    FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Foods stored inside cooler and bulk items not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ice bins not provided with covers. Instructed to provide covers for ice bins in bar area. Cutting board on prep table not maintained. instructed to replace worn cutting board. Raw wood storage rack above pizza prep table. Instructed to remove or apply non-toxic sealant to surface.

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Pizza cutting boards, dish machine racks, can opener, interior of coolers and utensils not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Ceiling not maintained in prep area above pizza oven. Instructed to detail clean. Must install tight fitting screen door on rear exit door.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Running well and exposed hand sink in prep area not maintained or properly connected. Instructed to install proper drainlines. Soda holders not provided with drainlines in bar area. Instructed to install liquid waste drainlines. Sprayer at dish machine not maintained. Instructed to have sprayer elevated above wateline or install holder. Sink stoppers not provided at three compartment sink. Instructed to provide stoppers. Exposed hand sink installed next to one compartment sink. Instructed to install shield between both sinks.

  • 41

    PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: Unnecessary empty bottles of alcohol on counters and in buckets around three compartment sink. Instructed to remove all unused articles from premises.

  • 42

    APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: Food handlers in prep area not wearing hair restraints. Instructed that all employees in prep area wear proper hair restraints.

Short Form ComplaintPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Short Form Complaint
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
277917

Location recorded for this inspection · MAMA LUNA RESTAURANT · 5109 W FULLERTON AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE OLD CAULKING WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP AROUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP AREA.

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE AND INTERIOR OF DISH MACHINE.

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS BEHIND/UNDER DISH MACHINE WITH BLACK STAIN.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LOOSE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE KITCHEN.

  • 40

    REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.

ComplaintPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Complaint
Recorded citations
6
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
250284

Location recorded for this inspection · MAMA LUNA RESTAURANT · 5109 W FULLERTON AVE

The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 1

    SOURCE SOUND CONDITION, NO SPOILAGE, FOODS PROPERLY LABELED, SHELLFISH TAGS IN PLACE - Comments: Molluscan shell stock shall be obtained in containers bearing legible source identification tags or labels. Shellfish shall be obtained from an approved source and kept in their original package until sold. FOUND FRESH OYSTERS STORED INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER WITHOUT SHELLFISH TAG. INSTRUCTED A SHELLFISH CERTIFICATION TAG SHALL BE MAINTAINED WITH THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER UNTIL EMPTIED AND THEN RETAINED FOR A PERIOD OF 90 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF RECEIPT. MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID PRODUCTS. TOTAL VALUE $30.00. TOTAL WEIGHT 15 LBS. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 (B-2)

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE OLD CAULKING WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP AROUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP AREA.

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE AND INTERIOR OF DISH MACHINE.

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS BEHIND/UNDER DISH MACHINE WITH BLACK STAIN.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LOOSE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE KITCHEN.

  • 40

    REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.

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