Anthony's Italian Ice

3442 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
Italian
Last inspected: May 17, 2013
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Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2010, Anthony's Italian Ice has seven inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from May 17, 2013. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Public records show no inspections at Anthony's Italian Ice since May 17, 2013, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

Across the inspection history, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.

Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Anthony's Italian Ice is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Inspection History
May 17, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT REAR OF PREMISES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FOUND WALLS NOT SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN AT REAR OF PREMISES.(CHIPPING PAINT)
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REAR OF PREMISES NEEDS CLEANING AND ORDER.
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Jul 18, 2012
Complaint
4 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: THE EXPOSED HAND SINK WAS NOT ACCESSIBLE. IT WAS BLOCKED BY A LARGE GARBAGE CAN AND DELIVERED BOXES OF SOME TYPE OF LIQUID IN GALLONS. ALSO BLOCKED BY A 5 GALLON BUCKET OF ASSORTED CLEAN UTENSILS. NO HAND SOAP AT EXPOSED HAND SINK. MANAGER REMOVED ALL AND PROVIDED SOAP. INSTRUCTED TO REVIEW WITH ALL EMPLOYEES PROPER HAND WASHING PROCEDURES AND PRACTICING GOOD HYGIENIC HABITS.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOUND BULK FOOD NOT LABELED.(SUGAR)
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: FOUND CONTAINERS NOT STORED PROPERLY. MUST STORE INVERTED
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND TOP OF ICE CREAM MACHINES NOT WIPED DOWN.
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Jun 18, 2012
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOUND BULK FOOD NOT LABELED.(SUGAR)
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: FOUND CONTAINERS NOT STORED PROPERLY. MUST STORE INVERTED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND TOP OF ICE CREAM MACHINES NOT WIPED DOWN.
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May 21, 2012
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOUND BULK FOOD NOT LABELED.(SUGAR)
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: FOUND CONTAINERS NOT STORED PROPERLY. MUST STORE INVERTED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND TOP OF ICE CREAM MACHINES NOT WIPED DOWN.
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May 17, 2011
Routine
3 minor violations.
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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. SEAL FLOOR ALONG THE WALL IN REAR STORAGE/MOP AREA.
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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.CLEAN WALL UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK(FOOD STAINS).
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL CHEST FREEZERS.
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May 10, 2010
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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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. EXCESSIVE ICE BUILDUP INSIDE OF THE FREEZER. MUST DEFROST AND MAINTAIN. DUCT TAPE IS USED TO HOLD TOGETHER THE INSIDE OF THE DOORS OF THE CHEST FREEZERS. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE.
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May 3, 2010
Routine
3 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: PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK IS NOT BEING MAINTAINED. LAST PEST CONTROL RECEIPT FROM ORKIN IS FROM MAY 2008. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CURRENT PEST CONTROL RECEIPT FROM A LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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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. EXCESSIVE ICE BUILDUP INSIDE OF THE FREEZER. MUST DEFROST AND MAINTAIN. DUCT TAPE IS USED TO HOLD TOGETHER THE INSIDE OF THE DOORS OF THE CHEST FREEZERS. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN THE PIZZA TRAY INSIDE OF THE OVEN.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Anthony's Italian Ice last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Anthony's Italian Ice on file is from May 17, 2013. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Anthony's Italian Ice?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Anthony's Italian Ice.

Has Anthony's Italian Ice's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Anthony's Italian Ice have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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