Ancien — Anicen
Last inspected: May 8, 2018
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Score
The health department has logged four inspections at Ancien — Anicen, the earliest from 2016. The most recent report on file is from May 8, 2018. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Ancien — Anicen's record stops at May 8, 2018, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately and about five violations before that.
The pattern that stands out is “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed”, which has been cited two times.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspection History
May 8, 2018
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed dark groves in heavily soiled/stained cutting board on reach in prep cooler. Must replace or resurface to prevent contamination. Must maintain same.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed pipes directly above 3 compartment and 1 compartment sinks in prep area. Must completely encase all pipes when in prep area. Must maintain same. Observed excessive dust accumulation on ventilation cover in restroom. Must detail clean and maintain same. Observed wrench used as a handle on hot water handle on 3 compartment sink. Observed no cold water handle on 3 compartment sink. Must provide hot and cold water handles for 3 compartment sink. (hot and cold water available). Must maintains same. Observed hot water handle not working in 1 compartment sink. Must repair and maintain same.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Must place a thermometer inside all refrigeration, in a conspicuous spot. Must maintain same.
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Apr 30, 2018
Complaint
10 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: Observed reach in prep cooler at improper (ambient air) temperature of 63.7F. Instructed all refrigeration must be held @ 40F or less at all times. Cooler has been tagged and held for inspection and may not be used until repaired. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: Observed the following potentially hazardous foods at improper temperatures in the reach in prep cooler: uncooked eggs @ 53.1F; deli meat (ham) @ 52.9F; assorted cheeses @ 51.1F - 51.8F; salmon @ 52.3F; and hummus @ 51.4F. Instructed all potentially hazardous foods must be held at 40F or less or 140F or more at all times. Operator voluntarily discarded 10 lbs of denatured foods during inspection. Operator estimates cost to be approximately $20. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).
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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 approximately 20 live ants on floor of prep area. Observed approximately 75 mouse droppings on floors throughout prep area, along walls and under equipment; and on floor in rear storage area near restroom. Instructed to remove all ants and mouse droppings. Instructed to clean and sanitize affected areas. Instructed to contact pest control for service. Must eliminate pest issue. Serious citation 7-38-020.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: Observed no city of Chicago certified food manager on site while potentially hazardous foods are being prepped (chicken, lattes with milk, etc.) Observed no city of Chicago food sanitation manager certificate posted in facility. Instructed must have original certificate posted in plain view at all times. Serious violation 7-38-012.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed dark groves in heavily soiled/stained cutting board on reach in prep cooler. Must replace or resurface to prevent contamination. Must maintain same.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed excessive grease (black, thick) build up on grill press. Must detail clean and sanitize. Must maintain same.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed excessive dirt and food debris under all equipment in front prep and rear storage area. Must detail clean and sanitize floors. Observed items stored throughout facility. Must elevate all items at least 6 inches above the floors to allow for proper cleaning. Must maintain same.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed pipes directly above 3 compartment and 1 compartment sinks in prep area. Must completely encase all pipes when in prep area. Must maintain same. Observed excessive dust accumulation on ventilation cover in restroom. Must detail clean and maintain same. Observed wrench used as a handle on hot water handle on 3 compartment sink. Observed no cold water handle on 3 compartment sink. Must provide hot and cold water handles for 3 compartment sink. (hot and cold water available). Must maintains same. Observed hot water handle not working in 1 compartment sink. Must repair and maintain same.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Must place a thermometer inside all refrigeration, in a conspicuous spot. Must maintain same.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: Must provide proof of food handler training for all food handling employees. Must maintain records on site.
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Feb 4, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Feb 3, 2016
License
3 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: NO SANITIZING SOLUTION PROPERLY REGISTERING AT THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. MUST PROVIDE.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: NOTED PIPES RUNNING ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, ONE COMPARTMENT SINK AND THE HAND SINK IN THE PREP AREA. MUST PROPERLY ENCASE PIPES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE GREASE TRAP AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND ELIMINATE FOUL ODORS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ancien — Anicen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ancien — Anicen on file is from May 8, 2018. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ancien — Anicen?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Ancien — Anicen.
Has Ancien — Anicen's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Ancien — Anicen have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Ancien — Anicen 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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