24 Karrots
Last inspected: May 26, 2017
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Inspectors have visited 24 Karrots six times, with records going back to 2014. 24 Karrots was last inspected on May 26, 2017. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Note that 24 Karrots's inspection history hasn't been updated since May 26, 2017; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “food in original container, properly labeled”, which has been cited three times.
Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspection History
May 26, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL ALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA AND MUST MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS INSIDE 3-DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DIRT ON THE INTERIOR PANELS OF ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDERNETH SHELVING IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS INSIDE FLOOR DRAINS IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE NOT WEARING HAIR RESTARINT WHILE PREPING AND SERVING FOOD IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT AT ALL TIMES FOOD IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Jan 12, 2017
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE 3 DOOR COOLERS AND DISPLAY COOLER NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME, PREPARED BY AND/OR USED BY DATE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKETS AT DOOR OF THE FRONT SERVICE PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN OR REPLACE....NOTED DARK STAINS AND DEEP CUTS ON CUTTING BOARDS THROUGH OUT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, SMOOTHEN AND MAINTAIN OR REPLACE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED MULTIPLE HOLES AND OPENINGS AT THE CEILING OF THE BASEMENT FOOD/DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PEST.
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Dec 19, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: NOTED NO TEST STRIPS TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE FINAL RINSE FOR THE SANITIZER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE TEST KIT UPON BEING RE-INSPECTED. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-030
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: NOTED A THICK BLACK AND SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON THE INSIDE LINING OF ICE MACHINE DRIPPING ON TO THE ICE. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS PROPERLY CLEANED AND SANITIZED. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY HAD EMPLOYEES START CLEANING THE ICE MACHINE. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE 3 DOOR COOLERS AND DISPLAY COOLER NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME, PREPARED BY AND/OR USED BY DATE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKETS AT DOOR OF THE FRONT SERVICE PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN OR REPLACE....NOTED DARK STAINS AND DEEP CUTS ON CUTTING BOARDS THROUGH OUT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, SMOOTHEN AND MAINTAIN OR REPLACE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED MULTIPLE HOLES AND OPENINGS AT THE CEILING OF THE BASEMENT FOOD/DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PEST.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED SLOW WATER DRAIN AT THE REAR HAND WASH SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Oct 6, 2015
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Sep 29, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A PRESS COMMERCIAL JUICE MACHINE IN REAR OF BUSINESS. PREMISES CURRENTLY JUICING BOTTLES BEING MANUALLY CAPPED (12.0Z AND 16OZ) WITHOUT HEALTH DEPARTMENT APPROVAL. PREMISES USING UNAUTHORIZED PRESS COLD MACHINE TO MAKE VARIOUS JUICES. MUST NOT USE PRESS MACHINE UNTIL APPROVAL BY CDPH. MUST BRING AND USE SMALL COLD PRESS JUICE MACHINE THAT HAS BEEN APROVED BY CDPH.BIG COLD PRESS MACHINE AND JUICE BOTTLES WERE TAGGED AT THIS TIME. 21 BOTTLES OF JUICES WERE TAGGED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS AT THE FRONT AND REAR OF PREMISES. MUST REMOVE DIRT DEBRIS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP AREA DRAINING SLOW. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES STORED ON TOP OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHES IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Oct 28, 2014
License
2 minor violations.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON TOILET ROOM DOOR. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: FOUND CLUTTER IN BASEMENT INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REMOVE ANY UNNECESSARY ITEMS, ORGANIZE REMAINING, STORE 6 INCHES OFF FLOORS AND WALLS, AND MAINTAIN TO HELP FACILITATE PROPER CLEANING AND HELP PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was 24 Karrots last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 24 Karrots on file is from May 26, 2017. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 24 Karrots?
Across the inspection record, “food in original container, properly labeled” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at 24 Karrots.
Has 24 Karrots' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at 24 Karrots have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at 24 Karrots means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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