Aberdeen

1856 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
American
Last inspected: Oct 29, 2010
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Score
Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at Aberdeen stretching back to 2010. The most recent report on file is from Oct 29, 2010. 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 Aberdeen dates to Oct 29, 2010.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, which has been cited three times.

Aberdeen's latest score of 100 sits above the Chicago average of 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspection History
Oct 29, 2010
Consultation
No violations found.
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Oct 12, 2010
Routine
No violations found.
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Oct 5, 2010
Routine
6 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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.FOUND APPROXIMATELY 20 LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN VARIOUS AREAS OF BASEMENT,1ST FLOOR,FOOD PREP AREAS,BAR AREA,REAR EXIT DOOR BOTTOM LEFT CORNER LIGHT AVAILABLE.MUST CLEAN,SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS,CONTROL SAID PEST PROBLEM PROVIDE MISSING LIDS ON INTERIOR TRASH CANS,KEEP FLOORS CLEAN,DRY AT ALL TIMES,REMOVE UNECCESSARY ARTICLES,RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR,PEST CONTROL SERVICE NOW RECCOMENDED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.SPLASHGUARD AT FRONT BAR EXPOSED HANDSINK IS NEEDED,INTERIOR TOP OF CHEST FREEZER IS IN POOR REPAIR-MUST REPAIR/REPLACE,ALSO DRAIN LINES AT BAR GUNS BEHIND BAR ARE MISSING.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS BBQ STATION,COOLERS,SHELVINGS,CUTTING BOARDS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES,ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS ALSO EXTERIOR SURFACES OF DISHWASHING MACHINE ALL SAID REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FOUND LOOSE COVING ALL BENEATH DISHMACHINE,3 COMP SINK AREAS ALSO ALL ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF FLOOR/WALL.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.FOUND EXPOSED BRICK BEHIND FRONT SERVICE BAR MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE,SEAL ALL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS ALONG WALLS/CEILING IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP/STORAGE AREAS ESPECIALLY IN LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM ALSO NOTICEABLE EXPOSED PIPES RUNNING ALONG THE EAST WALL BY FOOD PREP TABLES,ALONG WEST CEILING MUST BE ENCLOSED IN A SANITARY MANNER LOCATED IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.LIGHT BULBS IN DRY STORAGE ROOM NOT SHIELDED.
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Jun 7, 2010
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS,STOVES,OVENS,SHELVING,INTERIOR OF CABINETS WAIT STATION,BEHIND BAR,FOOD PREP LINE,DEEP FRYER,FOOD PREP TABLES,INTERIOR BASINS OF 3 COMP SINK ETC.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS ESPECIALLY IN BASEMENT REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING,MISSING COVING IN BASEMENT DISHWASING AREAS.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.TOILET ROOM DOORS MUST BE SELF CLOSING.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM PREMISES.
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May 18, 2010
Complaint
8 minor violations.
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Source of cross contamination controlled i.e. cutting boards, food handlers, utensils, etc
Inspector notes: All food shall be protected from contamination and the elements, and so shall all food equipment, containers, utensils, food contact surfaces and devices, and vehicles.LARGE AMOUNTS OF MOLD INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN BASEMENT,TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION.MUST NOT USE UNTIL IS DETAILED CLEAN,SANITIZED AS REQUIRED AND NOTIFY THE CDPH VIA FAX 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health.FOUND 3 COMP SINK NOT MAINTAINED WASTE WATER NOT PROPERLY DRAINING OUT,WATER LEAKING ON PIPE BENEATH SAID SINK ALSO MISSING SINK STOPPERS.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: One copy of the Food Inspection Report Summary must be displayed and visible to all customers.FOUND NO PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW AS REQUIRED.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority.PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #160639 7/23/09 #34 FLOORS IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP NOT SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE.#35 WALLS AND CEILINGS IN FOOD PREP AREAS NOT SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SEAL VOID SPACES BETWEEN WALL,WALK-IN-COOLER,UNDER STAIRCASE.#38 HOOD/FILTERS IN KITCHEN REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING,SUPPLY DRAIN LINES TO BAR GUNS SUCH THAT IT LEADS DIRECTLY INTO FLOOR DRAIN ALSO INSTALLATION OF HANDSINK IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP IS NEEDED.#41 REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM BASEMENT.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS,STOVES,OVENS,SHELVING,INTERIOR OF CABINETS WAIT STATION,BEHIND BAR,FOOD PREP LINE,DEEP FRYER,FOOD PREP TABLES,INTERIOR BASINS OF 3 COMP SINK ETC.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS ESPECIALLY IN BASEMENT REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING,MISSING COVING IN BASEMENT DISHWASING AREAS.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.TOILET ROOM DOORS MUST BE SELF CLOSING.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM PREMISES.
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Jan 8, 2010
No Entry
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Aberdeen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Aberdeen on file is from Oct 29, 2010. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Aberdeen?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Aberdeen.

Has Aberdeen's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Aberdeen have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Aberdeen means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.