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Latest inspection
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2604810
Location recorded for this inspection · HAPPY FOODS · 6415 N CENTRAL AVE
The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.
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Inspection history
Chicago publishes inspection reports dating back to 2010. The city changed its procedures on July 1, 2018.
CanvassOut of Business
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Out of Business
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2604811
Location recorded for this inspection · HAPPY FOODS · 6415 N CENTRAL AVE
The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.
CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
8
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2590154
Location recorded for this inspection · HAPPY FOODS · 6415 N CENTRAL AVE
Recorded violations
39
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE PROPER, RAISED SHELVING TO STORE FOOD CONTAINERS 6" OFF FLOOR.
41
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: NOTED DIRTY WIPING CLOTHS ON PREP TABLES AT FRONT DELI PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL WASHCLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE THE DOOR OF WALK IN COOLER OF THE DELI PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AND/OR REPLACE.
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: NOTED SOME USE OF MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION INSIDE THE DELI WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE. ALL FOOD ITEMS MUST ALSO BE STORED 6" AWAY FROM THE WALL.
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: NOTED RUSTY AND DIRTY SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLERS AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND/OR REPLACE.
51
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: NOTED LEAKING FAUCETS AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OF THE DELI COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NOTED DIRT AND FOOD SPLASH ON CEILING AT THE DELI REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TOCLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY AT THE KITCHEN, UNDERNEATH THE RAILS THROUGHOUT THE DISPLAY COUNTER AND AT THE DRY STORAGE AREA.
Canvass Re-InspectionPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
2
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2574713
Location recorded for this inspection · HAPPY FOODS · 6415 N CENTRAL AVE
The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.
Recorded violations
10
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SINK IN THE PRODUCE PREP AREA AT REAR OF PREMISE. INSTRUCTED MANGER TO INSTALL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
51
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO BACK FLOW DEVICE INSTALLED ON MOP SINK IN REAR OF PREMISES. MUST INSTALL WHERE IT CAN BE LOCATED AND SERVICED.
CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
7
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2574272
Location recorded for this inspection · HAPPY FOODS · 6415 N CENTRAL AVE
Recorded violations
10
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER LOCATED ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AT DELI AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE.
10
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SINK IN THE PRODUCE PREP AREA AT REAR OF PREMISE. INSTRUCTED MANGER TO INSTALL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-030(C)
10
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDWASHING SINK NEXT TO THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BAKERY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO POST HANDWASHING SIGNAGE.
51
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO BACK FLOW DEVICE INSTALLED ON MOP SINK IN REAR OF PREMISES. MUST INSTALL WHERE IT CAN BE LOCATED AND SERVICED.
52
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED WASTE WATER BACKING UP FROM FLOOR DRAIN AT DELI DISHWASHING AREA. PLUMBER FIXED CLOGGED DRAIN AT DISHWASHING AREA DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C)
53
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED SECOND STALL IN LADIES WASHROOM IN BASEMENT WITH NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
60
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: FOUND PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT DATED 6-9-2022 INSPECTION #2557079. VIOLATION 56:OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT IN HOT HOLDING UNIT. REPLACE BULB AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK IN DELI COOLER CONTAINING WATER. REMOVE WATER AND MAINTAIN LIGHT. OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELD OVER COOKING AREA. REPLACE LIGHT SHIELD. MUST CORRECT ABOVE MENTIONED VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090
CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
3
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2557079
Location recorded for this inspection · HAPPY FOODS · 6415 N CENTRAL AVE
Recorded violations
56
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT IN HOT HOLDING UNIT. REPLACE BULB AND MAINTAIN.
56
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK IN DELI COOLER CONTAINING WATER. REMOVE WATER AND MAINTAIN LIGHT. OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELD OVER COOKING AREA. REPLACE LIGHT SHIELD.
57
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED ALL FOOD HANDLER STAFF NEED PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
Canvass Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
3
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2534557
Location recorded for this inspection · HAPPY FOODS · 6415 N CENTRAL AVE
Recorded violations
10
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 6-301.13-OBSERVED PAPER TOWELS MOUNTED ON WALL ABOVE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AT SEAFOOD DEPARTMENT. MUST REMOVE.
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-501.12-OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN REAR PRODUCE PREP AREA WITH DARK STAINS AND DEEP GROOVES. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.11-OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL UNDER HAND WASHING SINK IN SEAFOOD PREP AREA. MUST SEAL HOLE. ALSO OBSERVED LOOSE FAUCET HEAD AT MOP SINK IN REAR. MUST TIGHTEN AND REPAIR.
CanvassPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2531971
Location recorded for this inspection · HAPPY FOODS · 6415 N CENTRAL AVE
The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.
Recorded violations
10
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED PAPER TOWELS MOUNTED ON WALL ABOVE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AT SEAFOOD DEPARTMENT. MUST REMOVE.
22
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED MILK AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE AT 45.3F INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER. ALSO OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOOD ITEMS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE. COOKED PASTA WITH MARINARA SAUCE FOUND AT 45.1F, 3 LARGE CONTAINERS OF POTATO SALAD FOUND AT 45.3F, SHREDDED CHEESE FOUND AT 45.3F, PACKAGED HAM FOUND AT 45.2F, 5 PACKAGED GREEK CESAR SALADS FOUND AT 47.7F, 5 PACKAGED SOUTHWEST CHOPPED SALADS FOUND AT 46.7F, 5 PACKAGED CHIPOTLE CHEDDAR SALADS FOUND AT 47.5F AND 5 PACKAGED ASIAN CHOPPED SALADS FOUND AT 44.5F. INSTRUCTED ALL TCS FOOD ITEMS MUST BE STORED AT A PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41.0F OR BELOW. FOOD HAS BEEN DISCARDED AND DENATURED. ALL FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 200 LBS AT A COST OF $350.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
33
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER AT 45.3F LOCATED IN REAR DELI AREA. ALSO OBSERVED IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE AT FRONT COOLER SECTION WHERE PACKAGED SALADS WERE BEING STORED AT 44.6F. PROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE MUST BE AT 41.0F OR BELOW TO STORE TCS FOODS AT PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN REAR PRODUCE PREP AREA WITH DARK STAINS AND DEEP GROOVES. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL UNDER HAND WASHING SINK IN SEAFOOD PREP AREA. MUST SEAL HOLE. ALSO OBSERVED LOOSE FAUCET HEAD AT MOP SINK IN REAR. MUST TIGHTEN AND REPAIR.
Canvass Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
3
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2370274
Location recorded for this inspection · HAPPY FOODS · 6415 N CENTRAL AVE
Recorded violations
52
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED NO GREASE TRAP UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT AT BAKERY .INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PUT A GREASE TRAP CONNECTED TO 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN BAKERY
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES AT FRONT SELLING AREA AND AT REAR.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE CEILING TILES
56
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED CAPS FROM LIGHT MISSING AT FOOD PREP AREA NEXT TO THE DELI.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE CAPS.
CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
6
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2366605
Location recorded for this inspection · HAPPY FOODS · 6415 N CENTRAL AVE
Recorded violations
51
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
52
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED NO GREASE TRAP UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT AT BAKERY .INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PUT A GREASE TRAP CONNECTED TO 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN BAKERY
53
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED ONE OF TWO TOILET URINAL IN MEN'S RESTROOM NOT FUNCTIONING.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR URINAL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) NO CITATION ISSUED
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES AT FRONT SELLING AREA AND AT REAR.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE CEILING TILES
56
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED CAPS FROM LIGHT MISSING AT FOOD PREP AREA NEXT TO THE DELI.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE CAPS.
59
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: VIOLATION #59 --VIOLATION #10 NOT CORRECTED HANDSINK NOT INSTALLED IN THE SUSHI PREP AREA AND PROVIDE PAPER TOWEL AND HAND SOAP. PREVIOUSLY INFORMED ON 8/20/2019 SEE REPORT #23O4948 7-42-090 NO CITATION ISSUED
CanvassPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
10
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2304948
Location recorded for this inspection · HAPPY FOODS · 6415 N CENTRAL AVE
The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.
Recorded violations
3
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED
5
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND PROVIDE CLEANING SUPPLIES KIT. 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
10
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE IN THE SUSHI PREP AREA AND PROVIDE PAPER TOWEL AND HAND SOAP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) NO CITATION ISSUED.
41
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: WIPING CLOTH FOR WIPING THE PREP TABLES,CHOPPING BOARD,COOLERS,MUST BE STORED ON A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION IN BETWEEN USES.
51
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED ON THE MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL TO BE LOCATED,TO BE ABLE TO SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
51
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: HEAVY LEAK ON THE FAUCET CONNECTOR ARM OF THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE KITCHEN AND EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE PRODUCE RECEIVING AREA. MUST REPAIR TO STOP THE LEAK AND MAINTAIN.
53
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: WOMEN'S WASHROOM WASTE RECEPTACLE MUST HAVE A LID OR COVER FOR FEMININE ITEMS.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE CASHIERS STATION AROUND AND INSIDE THE STATION WITH ACCUMULATED DUST BUILD-UP. FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT THROUGHOUT WITH POODLE OF WATER . MUST DRY THE FLOOR AND CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
56
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: LIGHT SHIELD OF ALL THE LIGHT BULBS IN THE PRODUCE /VEGETABLES DISPLAY COOLER BROKEN AND NO END CAPS TO HOLD THE PLASTIC LIGHT SHIELD. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD AND PROVIDE END CAPS.
58
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
ComplaintPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Complaint
Recorded citations
7
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2159625
Location recorded for this inspection · HAPPY FOODS · 6415 N CENTRAL 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: Observed rust on shelves in the kitchen prep area and in the meat prep area. Must have all equipment smooth and easily cleanable.
34
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Observed debris buildup on the floor in the following areas: milk cooler, behind oven in deli kitchen, bakery prep, under registers, under deli display cases, back storage area. Instructed to remove debris, clean, and maintain.
36
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Observed no end caps on light fixtures in bakery area. Observed light fixtures not working in bakery area. Instructed to replace, and maintain.
38
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Observed slow draining in the hand sink in the deli area, and the three compartment sink in the meat prep, and the bakery prep area. Observed dust buildup on vents in walk in coolers. Must clean, repair, and maintain.
40
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: Observed broken and missing thermometers in hot hold units, reach in coolers, walk in cooler. 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.
41
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: Observed food and non-food items stored on ground and on crates in bakery prep area, back storage area, walk in cooler/freezer, and basement. Instructed that all equipment must be 6 inches off the floor and easily cleanable. Observed clutter in the back storage area. Must organize and maintain.
45
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET - Comments: Observed inadequate number of food handler certificates on site at time of inspection. Instructed to provide.
Local context · Chicago
How results compare in ZIP 60646
82 of 103 establishments with a Pass, Pass with Conditions or Fail outcome since July 1, 2018 have a Pass outcome.
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