Chicago Department of Public Health reports Pass for CESAR'S ON BROADWAY on .
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Latest inspection
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
14
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2619599
Location recorded for this inspection · CESAR'S ON BROADWAY · 2924-2926 N BROADWAY
Recorded violations
10
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS IN FOOD PREPARATION AREAS AND INSIDE EMPLOYEES AND CUSTOMERS WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS AND MAINTAIN.
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FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. MUST PROPERLY LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN NOT STORED IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED. OBSERVED OPENINGS 1/2 AT THE BOTTOM OF REAR EXIT DOORS. MUST MAKE DOORS RODENT PROOF TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY
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WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES IN FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED SCOOPS STORED INSIDE SUGAR CONTAINER IN BASEMENT FOOD PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE SCOOPS AND UTENSILS WITH HANDLES NOT IN CONTACT WITH FOOD ITEMS IN BETWEEN USE. OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS STORED INSIDE ICE BINS IN BAR AREAS LOCATED ON THE 2ND FLOOR. MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOPS IN A CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST NOT USE PLASTIC CRATES FOR ELEVATED FOOD AND ITEMS. MUST REMOVE PLASTIC CRATES AND PROVIDE APPROVE SHELVING.
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMEN STOPPERS MISSING AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN MAIN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PROVIDE WORKING STOPPERS AT THE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED SLOW DRAINING AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING IN KITCHEN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES PROVIDED IN THE UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES AND MAINTAINED.
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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING DOOR DEVICE IN THE UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT NEXT TO PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SELF DOOR CLOSING DOOR DEVICE ON WASHROOM DOOR DEVICE.
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE FIRST FLOOR KITCHEN PREP AND AT THE BARS ON THE SECOND FLOORS AND WHEREVER NEEDED.
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED HEAVY CLUTTER THROUGHOUT ALL DRY STORAGE CLOSETS AND THE EXTERIOR OF THE PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND/OR REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PESTS.
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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE ANDC MAINTAIN.
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ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS AT THIS TIME. MUST PROVIDE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS.
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Inspection history
Chicago publishes inspection reports dating back to 2010. The city changed its procedures on July 1, 2018.
Short Form ComplaintPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Short Form Complaint
Recorded citations
6
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
580885
Location recorded for this inspection · CESAR'S ON BROADWAY · 2924-2926 N BROADWAY
The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
8
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME - Comments: Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. FOUND TOP LOADER FROZEN MACHINE FILLED WITH MARGARITAS DRINKS STORED IN OUTSIDE STORAGE/PATIO AREA (REAR PATIO).UNABLE TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE UNIT.NO FAUCET IS PROVIDE.TURNED OFF UNIT, TAGGED UNIT"HELD FOR INSPECTION" DO NOT USE.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNIT OR PROVIDE A FAUCET WITH RUNNING HOT/COLD WATER.A BACK FLOW PREVENTER IS NEEDED AT UNIT.INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT A CERTIFIED PLUMBER FOR ALL PROPER ATTACHMENT UNDER PLUMBING CITY CODE.FAX A LETTER TO PUBLIC HEALTH(FAX #312-746-4240)PRIOR TO USE UNIT. CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-030 H000072168-17
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FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PAINT RAW WOOD PANEL UNDER THE COUNTER TOP OF BAR AREA, IN 2ND FLOOR.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL. RESEAL FRP BOARD ON WINDOW LEDGE OF KITCHEN,NEXT TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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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. MUST REMOVE FROM OUTSIDE MOTORCYCLE FROM INSIDE STORAGE, WERE FROZEN MARGARITAS UNIT IS STORED.SEAL STORAGE FRAME AND DOOR OF STORAGE WHERE FROZEN MARGARITAS MACHINE IS STORED.REPLACE BROKEN LID FROM 1ST GARBAGE CONTAINER.
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FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.KEEP FLOOR CLEAN IN OUTSIDE REAR STORAGE.FLOOR MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSOBENT MATERIAL.
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WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: REPLACE VINLY BASEBOARD IN BASEMENT , SEAL WALL EDGES AND CORNERS IN BASEMENT AREA.
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LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. PROVIDE LIGHT UNDER THE HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT
Canvass Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
580252
Location recorded for this inspection · CESAR'S ON BROADWAY · 2924-2926 N BROADWAY
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: PAINT RAW WOOD PANEL UNDER THE COUNTER TOP OF BAR AREA, IN 2ND FLOOR.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL. RESEAL FRP BOARD ON WINDOW LEDGE OF KITCHEN,NEXT TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
35
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: REPLACE VINLY BASEBOARD IN BASEMENT , SEAL WALL EDGES AND CORNERS IN BASEMENT AREA.
36
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: PROVIDE LIGHT UNDER THE HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT
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VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PROVIDE LIGHT UNDER THE HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT
CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
7
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
579925
Location recorded for this inspection · CESAR'S ON BROADWAY · 2924-2926 N BROADWAY
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
3
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE:FOUND 10# OF COOKED RICE AT TEMP OF 44F TO 46F; AND 20# OF COOKED CHICKEN AT TEMP OF 54F TO 57F ,BOTH PRODUCTS WERE STORED IN WALK-IN COOLER. NO PROOF OF TIME AND TEMPERATURE.FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED POUNDS 30,VALUE $80.CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-005(A)HOOOO72095
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FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. FOOD NOT PROTECTED.OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WATER RESERVOIR WITH BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE DRIPPING INTO WATER WHERE ICE IS MADE.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE UNIT. TAGGED UNIT"HELD FOR INSPECTION" DO NOT USE. INSTRUCTED TO BUY ICE FROM A RETAIL FOOD LICENSE. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-005(A) HOOOO72096-17
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DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: All dish washing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health. THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED IN KITCHEN.WATER IS FLOWING FROM ONE COMPARTMENT SINK TO THE OTHER,INSTRUCTED TO WELD DIVIDERS SMOOTHLY AND WITH NON RUSTY MATERIALS SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-030 HOOOO72095-16
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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. PAINT RAW WOOD PANEL UNDER THE COUNTER TOP OF BAR AREA, IN 2ND FLOOR.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL. RESEAL FRP BOARD ON WINDOW LEDGE OF KITCHEN,NEXT TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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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. REPLACE VINLY BASEBOARD IN BASEMENT , SEAL WALL EDGES AND CORNERS IN BASEMENT AREA.
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LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. PROVIDE LIGHT UNDER THE HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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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. THE FAUCET AT THE 2 COMPARTMENT SINK IS LEAKING. MUST REPAIR. THE DRAIN LINE FOR THE SODA GUN AT THE BAR IS INSTALLED INTO THE DRAIN FOR THE ICE BIN. MUST REMOVE AND ROUTE TO A FLOOR DRAIN. THE SPRAY NOZZLE FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT FALLS BELOW THE FLOOD RIM LEVEL OF THE SINK. MUST INSTALL A HOOK TO KEEP THE NOZZLE ABOVE THE FLOOD RIM LEVEL.
ComplaintPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Complaint
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
233916
Location recorded for this inspection · CESAR'S ON BROADWAY · 2924-2926 N BROADWAY
The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
3
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. OBSERVED REFRIED BEANS WITH A TEMPERATURE OF 52-55F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 10# OF FOOD WORTH $25. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS, AND FAN COVERS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.
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FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA, ESPECIALLY AROUND THE WALLS AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST PROVIDE A DRAIN COVER FOR THE RESTROOM FLOOR DRAIN.
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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. MUST SEAL THE FRP BOARD ALONG THE WINDOWSILL IN THE 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA.
Local context · Chicago
How results compare in ZIP 60657
426 of 548 establishments with a Pass, Pass with Conditions or Fail outcome since July 1, 2018 have a Pass outcome.
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