A New Leaf
Last inspected: Dec 5, 2017
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Score
Across the available record, A New Leaf has six inspections on file, the first dated 2012. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 5, 2017. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for A New Leaf dates to Dec 5, 2017.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Dec 5, 2017
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: NOTED COVING FROM FLOOR MISSING AT FOOD DELIVERY/PREP AREA AT REAR,INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE COVING.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NOTED BURNT OUT LIGHT AT REAR FOOD DELIVERY/ PREP AREAAT REAR.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENTTO REPLACE LIGHT BULB.
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Sep 23, 2016
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR HOLE IN LOWER WALL IN 1ST . TOILETROOM AT TOP OF STAIRS
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR REFRIGERATOR
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Sep 16, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
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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 EVIDENCE OF APPX. 25 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES AND 3- LARGE FLIES FLYING AROUNG IN REAR PREP AREA .ALSO APPX."3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF MAIN ,GARDEN WEST DOORS.MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS TO BE TIGHT FITTING.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 9/16/16.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR HOLE IN LOWER WALL IN 1ST . TOILETROOM AT TOP OF STAIRS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT 3- COMP SINK AND IN MEN'S TOILETROOM HAND SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR REFRIGERATOR.
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Nov 23, 2015
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VENTS WITHIN WASHROOMS WITH DUST ACCUMULATION. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: HANG MOPS TO DRY AFTER USE TO PREVENT SMALL FLY ACTIVITY
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Apr 9, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Dec 13, 2012
License
9 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: NO EXPOSED HANDSINK IS AVAILABLE IN THE FOOD STAGING AREA. MUST INSTALL AN EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THIS AREA. MUST DESIGNATE ONE OF THE BASINS IN THE BAR AREA TO SERVE AS AN EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK WITH SIGNAGE, SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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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 AN OPENING AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS. MUST RODENT PROOF THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE FOR STAFF MEMBER TO BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: NO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK PROVIDED WITH A GREASE TRAP AND DRAIN BOARD TO WASH AND SANITIZE UTENSILS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR OF THE BAR AND STAGING AREA AND DISHWASH AREA MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST FILL IN GAPS AND CRACKS IN THE CONCRETE FLOOR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: THE WALLS OF THE REAR STAGING AREA ARE NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST COVER EXPOSED BRICK WALLS WITH A CLEANABLE SURFACE AND PAINT OR SEAL THE EXPOSED WOOD WALL. PROVIDE A COVED BASEBOARD FOR WALLS OF THE DISHWASH AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS AND END CAPS FOR THE LIGHT FIXTURES ON THE CEILING OF THE STAGING AREA AND DISHWASH AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE FOR ALL RESTROOM DOORS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A MOP SINK WITH BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was A New Leaf last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at A New Leaf on file is from Dec 5, 2017. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at A New Leaf?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at A New Leaf.
Has A New Leaf's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at A New Leaf have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at A New Leaf 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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