80 Proof
Last inspected: Aug 30, 2023
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Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at 80 Proof, the earliest from 2016. 80 Proof was last inspected on Aug 30, 2023. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for 80 Proof dates to Aug 30, 2023.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, this is about average. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Aug 30, 2023
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BOXES OF DRINKS STORED ON THE GROUND IN THE LIQUOR WALK-IN COOLER. FACILITY MUST ELEVATE ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: UTENSILS STORED NEAR DISH AREA HAS FOOD CONTACT SURFCACES FACING UPWARD. FACILITY MUST INVERT UTENSILS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: ALL GENDER EMPLOYEE RESTROOM AND WOMENS RESTROOM ON 1ST FLOOR LACKS A COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR DISPOSAL OF FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS. PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN RESTROOM.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: HAND SINK METERED FAUCET DOES NOT PROVIDE WATER FOR 15 SECONDS IN THE EMPLOYEE RESTROOM. PROVIDE AT LEAST 15 SECONDS WITHOUT THE NEED TO REACTIVE FAUCET.
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May 25, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF ICE AROUND COMPRESSOR IN 2 DOOR FREEZER LOCATED IN 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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May 24, 2019
Routine
1 major violation.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TUNA POKE & STEAK TACOS ON MENU. BOTH ITEMS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDER COOKED. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCLOSURE, FOOTNOTE AND REMINDER FOR MENU ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDER COOKED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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May 15, 2018
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed no splash guard on right side of exposed hand sink, adjacent to wire shelving at upper bar, facing Wells street. Instructed manager to install and maintain at all times.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed water damaged ceiling in woman's restroom, located on lower/basement level. Instructed manager to repair, ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times.
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Jul 26, 2017
Suspected Food Poisoning
1 minor violation.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOUND VARIOUS FOODS ITEMS INSIDE SMALL PLASTIC FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED AT THE PREP KITCHEN 2ND FLOOR INSIDE THE 6-DRAWER REFRIGERATOR. All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST PROVIDE.
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Mar 15, 2017
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NOT ALL ITEMS STORED 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR AND 6 INCHES AWAY FROM WALL. STORE ALL ITEMS NEAR SUMP PUPM, IN HALLWAY LEADING TO GARABAGE AND IN BRUNCH STORAGE ROOM 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR AND 6 INCHES AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Dec 12, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Dec 2, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Source sound condition, no spoilage, foods properly labeled, shellfish tags in place
Inspector notes: FOUND CURRENT IN USE SHELLFISH TAGS NOT IN PLACE, 3 DOZENS OF OYSTERS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER WITHOUT TAGS.INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT SHELLFISH TAGS MUST BE KEPT WITH THE SAID PRODUCT AND THEREAFTER KEPT ON FILE FOR 90 DAYS AFTER THE SHELLFISH IS USED.MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED A TOTAL OF 36 PIECES OF SHELLFISH,TOTAL DOLLAR VALUE$40.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(B-2).
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE BAR AREAS AND DINING ROOM. APPROXIMATELY 20 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED ON THE WALLS, CEILINGS, AND EQUIPMENT IN THE BAR AREAS AND DINING ROOM.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFECTED AREAS AND ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN BAR GUNS AND HOUSINGS ATTACHED,SHELVINGS AND EQUIPMENTS AT BAR AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS WORKING AROUND OPEN FOODS, MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 17, 2016
License
4 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MISSING GROUT ON FLOOR TILES BENEATH STAIRCASE AND MISSING FLOOR TILE BENEATH THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILING TILES ARE MISSING ABOVE THE DISHMACHINE.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. SEAL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS OPENING AROUND THE PIPE ON WALL BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENTS AT 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA,SEAL OPENING ON METAL MOLDING ON UPPER FRAME AT 1ST FLOOR BAR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES AT ICE MACHINES MUST BE PROVIDED AND VISIBLE. VENTILATION IN THE 1ST FLOOR TOILET ROOMS ARE NOT WORKING.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS IN CLOSETS. REMOVE ALL UNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was 80 Proof last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 80 Proof on file is from Aug 30, 2023. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 80 Proof?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at 80 Proof.
Has 80 Proof's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at 80 Proof have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at 80 Proof 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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