American Wildburger
Last inspected: Jan 11, 2017
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Score
Going back to 2015, American Wildburger has eight inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Jan 11, 2017. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. The most recent inspection at American Wildburger is from Jan 11, 2017, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspection History
Jan 11, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR A CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVERD SUCH AS HAMBURGER, CHICKEN, PORK AND FRIES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT A CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER HAS TO BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE FRONT PREP COOLERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS. ALSO CLEAN SLICE IN THE REAR PREP AREA TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD HANDLERS TO WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT WHEN PREPARING/SERVING FOOD. MUST MAINTAIN.
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Jul 26, 2016
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN: -THE NOZZLES ON THE SODA MACHINE -THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS -THE CAN OPENER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE FLOOR DRAIN UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT/REPLACE FLOOR IN THE FRONT PREP AREA WHERE IT IS CHIPPED/DAMAGED. MAINTAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE FLOORS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE WATER STAINED CEILING TILE IN THE DINING AREA. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE THE SOILED LINEN/WASHCLOTHS IN THE REAR HALLWAY. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Jun 28, 2016
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN: -THE NOZZLES ON THE SODA MACHINE -THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS -THE CAN OPENER
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE FLOOR DRAIN UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE WATER STAINED CEILING TILE IN THE DINING AREA. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Jun 9, 2016
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN: -THE NOZZLES ON THE SODA MACHINE -THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS -THE CAN OPENER
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE FLOOR DRAIN UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE WATER STAINED CEILING TILE IN THE DINING AREA. MAINTAIN SAME.
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May 31, 2016
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: FOUND THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE. FOUND PLASTIC BASKETS STORED INSIDE OF IT. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP SINK CLEAR AND ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK OR WASH CLOTHS USED TO WIPE THE SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON THE PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1588416 DATED 11/16/2015 NOT CORRECTED AND/OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN: 45-ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN: -THE NOZZLES ON THE SODA MACHINE -THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS -THE CAN OPENER
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE FLOOR DRAIN UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE WATER STAINED CEILING TILE IN THE DINING AREA. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO FIX THE LEAK AT THE SPRAYER. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD HANDLERS TO WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT WHEN PREPARING/SERVING FOOD. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Nov 16, 2015
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR THE WATER HANDLE AT THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK NEXT TO THE DEEP FRYERS.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE.
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Jan 13, 2015
License
1 minor violation.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SELF-CLOSING DEVICES ON WASHROOM DOORS.
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Jan 9, 2015
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was American Wildburger last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at American Wildburger on file is from Jan 11, 2017. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at American Wildburger?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at American Wildburger.
Has American Wildburger's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at American Wildburger have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at American Wildburger 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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