Chicago Department of Public Health reports Out of Business for MORTAR AND PESTLE on .
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Latest inspection
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Out of Business
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2567463
Location recorded for this inspection · MORTAR AND PESTLE · 3108 N BROADWAY
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.
Canvass Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2531563
Location recorded for this inspection · MORTAR AND PESTLE · 3108 N BROADWAY
The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.
CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
12
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2531242
Location recorded for this inspection · MORTAR AND PESTLE · 3108 N BROADWAY
Recorded violations
3
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE FOR ALL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
25
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: OBSERVED MENU WITHOUT CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
38
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: NOTED THE SIDE EXIT DOOR WITH A TORN/DAMAGED RODENT PROOF STRIP ON THE BOTTOM THRESHOLD. MUST REPLACE.
45
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: ALL STORED ITEMS UNDER THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK AND KITCHEN METAL RACK SHELVING MUST BE ELEVATED FROM THE FLOORS.
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR ITEMS. FLOORS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR CLEANING AND MONITORING.
49
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: TABLE TOP CAN OPENER NOTED WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS AND RUST. MUST CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.
49
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST NOT USE CLOTH TOWELS AS LINERS FOR SHELVING THROUGHOUT.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MISSING FLOOR DRAIN CAP/COVER AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE.
57
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL THE EMPLOYEES ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE FOR ALL.
58
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES ON-SITE FOR ALL THE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. MUST PROVIDE FOR ALL.
60
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM 9-4-20 NOT CORRECTED. #55- OBSERVED DUST BUILD-UP ON CEILING TILES AND CEILING VENTILATION COVERS ABOVE REAR PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN CEILING TILES AND CEILING VENTILATION COVERS AT REAR PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
61
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC - Comments: SUMMARY REPORT FROM INSPECTION #2386848 ON 9-4-20 NOT POSTED ON THE PREMISES VISIBLE TO THE ESTABLISHMENTS CUSTOMERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
CanvassPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
3
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2386848
Location recorded for this inspection · MORTAR AND PESTLE · 3108 N BROADWAY
The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.
Recorded violations
25
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: OBSERVED MENU WITHOUT CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
36
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: NO THERMOMETER INSIDE BAR REACH IN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE A WORKING THERMOMETER INSIDE SAID COOLER.
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING TILES AND CEILING VENTILATION COVERS ABOVE REAR PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN CEILING TILES AND CEILING VENTILATION COVERS AT REAR PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.
Canvass Re-InspectionPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
7
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2312589
Location recorded for this inspection · MORTAR AND PESTLE · 3108 N BROADWAY
The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.
Recorded violations
5
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN KIT FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN A PROCEDURE/PLAN AND TO MAINTAIN ANY APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
23
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: DATE MARKING OBSERVED PREPARED TCS FOODS NOT PROPERLY DATE LABELED. MUST PROPERLY DATE LABELED FOODS WITH AN EXPIRATION DATE NO LONGER THAN 7 DAYS ON TCS FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
25
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: MENU DOES NOT DISCLOSE AND INFORM CONSUMERS THE SPECIFIC MENU ITEMS THAT ARE RAW OR UNDER COOKED AND THE POTENTIAL HAZARD OF CONSUMING SUCH FOOD (LAMB EGGS, ETC) MUST DISCLOSE AND REMIND SUCH ITEMS IN WRITTEN FORM ON MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED. -
39
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: SPLASH GUARD IS NEEDED AT HANDWASHING SINK AT FRONT BAR,BETWEEN ESPRESSO UNIT AND SAID SINK. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL
51
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: HOT WATER HANDLE AT HANDWASHING SINK IN PREP AREA NOT EASY TO TURN.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CAUSE.
53
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: TOILET ROOM DOORS NOT SELF CLOSING, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT MENTIONED DOORS -
58
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: OBSERVED NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING IN ACCORDANCE WITH PA 100-0367 ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING AND TO MAINTAIN.
CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
21
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2312091
Location recorded for this inspection · MORTAR AND PESTLE · 3108 N BROADWAY
Recorded violations
3
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE DOCUMENTS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED. -
5
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN KIT FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN A PROCEDURE/PLAN AND TO MAINTAIN ANY APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
8
HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED - Comments: IMPROPER HAND WASHING TECHNIQUES.OBSERVED A COOK WASHING AND DRYING HANDS,DISCARDED THE PAPER TOWELS AND THAN TURNED OF THE WATER HANDLES.EMPLOYEE RETURNED TO PREP AREA AND HANDLED FOODS(WITH BARE HANDS PICKED UP AND PUT CONDIMENTS ON TOP COOKED FOOD ON PLATE TO BE SERVED TO CUSTOMER).EXPLAINED PROPER TECHNIQUE ON HAND WASHING PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-010,CITATION ISSUED
9
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED - Comments: OBSERVED THE COOK COMING FROM REAR STORAGE AREA,HANDLED NON-FOOD ITEMS,INCLUDED MOVING GARBAGE RECEPTACLE AND WITHOUT HAND WASHING RETURNED TO HANDLE FOOD.READY TO EAT FOOD: TOASTED BREAD, FRESH HERBS CONDIMENTS,AVOCADO SLICE ETC. INFORMATION GIVEN ON HAND WASHING AND GLOVE PROCEDURE. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-010,CITATION ISSUED
23
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: DATE MARKING OBSERVED PREPARED TCS FOODS NOT PROPERLY DATE LABELED. MUST PROPERLY DATE LABELED FOODS WITH AN EXPIRATION DATE NO LONGER THAN 7 DAYS ON TCS FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
25
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: MENU DOES NOT DISCLOSE AND INFORM CONSUMERS THE SPECIFIC MENU ITEMS THAT ARE RAW OR UNDER COOKED AND THE POTENTIAL HAZARD OF CONSUMING SUCH FOOD (LAMB EGGS, ETC) MUST DISCLOSE AND REMIND SUCH ITEMS IN WRITTEN FORM ON MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED. -
38
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: BOTH SIDE DOORS NOT PROTECTED GAPS OF 1/2" TO 1" BETWEEN DOORS,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CAUSE TO MINIMIZE PEST/FLYING INSECTS ENTRY
39
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: SPLASH GUARD IS NEEDED AT HANDWASHING SINK AT FRONT BAR,BETWEEN ESPRESSO UNIT AND SAID SINK. SURACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL
40
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE PREPARING FOOD WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINT IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND USE IN PREP AREA
40
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WITH BEARD PREPARING FOOD IN PREP AREA INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BEARD RESTRAINT.
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: GREASE TRAP LIDS ARE GREASY AND RUSTY,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH, CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: WOOD SHELVES AT FRONT BAR NOT SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.SURFACE IS ROUGH AND NOT ABLE TO CLEAN.PROVIDE AT SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED ON SITE WATER BOTTLES WITH SMALL MOUTH,UNABLE TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE .NEED TO PROVIDE BOTTLE BRUSH OR REPLACE BOTTLES WITH LARGE MOUTH
47
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: BLACK MILK CRATES ARE USED FOR ELEVATION OF FOOD ALSO TO STORE FOOD PRODUCTS AND NON-FOOD ITEMS INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WITH RAISED SHELF,6" OFF THE FLOOR. -
48
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: NO CHEMICAL TEST DEVICE(CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS)PROVIDED ON SITE FOR LOW TEMP DISH MACHINE AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SAID STRIPS ACCORDING TO SANITIZER SOLUTION USED PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED
51
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: HOT WATER HANDLE AT HANDWASHING SINK IN PREP AREA NOT EASY TO TURN.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CAUSE.
53
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: TOILET ROOM DOORS NOT SELF CLOSING, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT MENTIONED DOORS -
55
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: STAINLESS WALL BEHIND LOW TEMP MACHINE WITH BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
56
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED PERSONAL ITEMS STORED ON SHELVE WITH DRY FOOD AND FOOD ITEMS.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDED A SEPARATE AREA FOR EMPLOYEE TO STORE THEIR PERSONAL BELONGING.
57
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: ADDITIONAL FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE PROVIDED ON SITE,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
58
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: OBSERVED NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING IN ACCORDANCE WITH PA 100-0367 ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING AND TO MAINTAIN.
Short Form ComplaintPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Short Form Complaint
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2229304
Location recorded for this inspection · MORTAR AND PESTLE · 3108 N BROADWAY
The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.
CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
2
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2160108
Location recorded for this inspection · MORTAR AND PESTLE · 3108 N BROADWAY
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: FOUND FOOD CONTAINERS NOT STORED PROPERLY. MUST STORE INVERTED.
42
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: OBSERVE FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING HAIR NETS. MUST PROVIDE
CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
1
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2104534
Location recorded for this inspection · MORTAR AND PESTLE · 3108 N BROADWAY
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
36
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT IN LEFT SIDE OF THE THREE DOOR COOLER.
CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1983013
Location recorded for this inspection · MORTAR AND PESTLE · 3108 N BROADWAY
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: MUST POST CONSUMER ADVISORY IN PUBLIC VIEW FOR EGGS (COOKED TO ORDER) AND RAW OYSTERS (LISTED ON MENU). MANAGER POSTED REQUIRED SIGN AT TIME OF INSPECTION.
31
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: MUST INVERT ALL PRE-SET CUPS AND COVER ALL PRE-SET SILVERWARE.
38
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR THE COLD WATER LEAK AT THE KITCHEN HAND SINK FAUCET.
42
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: MUST PROVIDE PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR FOOD HANDLERS WITH BEARDS (IE, BEARD NETS) AND WEAR WHEN HANDLING FOOD.
CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1632383
Location recorded for this inspection · MORTAR AND PESTLE · 3108 N BROADWAY
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.
LicensePass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
License
Recorded citations
1
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1579005
Location recorded for this inspection · MORTAR AND PESTLE · 3108 N BROADWAY
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: OBSERVED A SMALL LEAK AT THE HOT HANDLE AT THE FRONT EXPOSED HANDSINK. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED PLUMBER'S PUTTY ON THE RIM OF THE DRAINS AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
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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