Antico

1946 N Leavitt St, Chicago, IL 60647
Italian
Last inspected: Oct 28, 2019
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Score
High Risk

Across the available record, Antico has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2011. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 28, 2019. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well. Public records show no inspections at Antico since Oct 28, 2019, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around seven violations per visit lately, up from roughly one violation before.

“Premises maintained free of litter” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Antico trails the local norm. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 28, 2019
Routine
5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER OF THE RISK OF CONSUMING RAW AND UNDER COOKED FOODS ON MENU.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE TEST KIT AT THE PLATE .MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL HOLE IN WALL NEXT TO ICE MACHINE.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL OUTLET AT FRONT BAR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST GROUT FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS.MUST PROVIDE.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD SHELVING UNITS IN BASEMENT.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP INSIDE OF OVENS.
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Oct 27, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN MEN'S WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT BAR AREA AND KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA DRAINING SLOW. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A FEW ITEMS NOT ELEVATED 6INCHES OFF FLOOR/WALL IN THE BASEMENT. MUST ELEVATE AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 19, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: No consumer advisory posted. Gave operator signage, and instructed to post in plain view of customers. Found several Bulk foods and items in coolers not labeled. Instructed to properly label all prepped or potentially hazardous foods with name and date, and bulk food items with name.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Found porous wood surface on window between bar and kitchen. Instructed to stain or paint surface so that it may be smooth and easily cleanable.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Found dirt build up on shelving in kitchen area, under liners. instructed to detail clean and sanitize all shelving in the kitchen. Must maintain.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Found space between wall and floor in bar. Instructed to replace coving and maintain.
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Oct 1, 2014
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DUST.
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Oct 11, 2013
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: FOUND CLUTTERED CONDITIONS IN BASEMENT. MUST CLEAN AND ORGNIZE SO NO INSECT OR RODENT HARBORAGE.
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Mar 14, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Mar 8, 2011
License
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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 REAR DOOR TO PREMISES WITH OPENING 1/2" MODE OF ENTRY AT BOTTOM OF SAID DOOR-MUST RODENT/INSECT PROOF.
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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.FOUND 1 DOOR TO FOOD PREP COOLER NOT CLOSING PROPERLY AS DESIGNED-MUST REPAIR,ALL RAW WOODEN SURFACES MUST SEAL USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH.
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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.FOUND CLUTTERED CONDITIONS IN BASEMENT,REMOVE ALL ROCK/DIRT/DEBRIS.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Antico last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Antico on file is from Oct 28, 2019. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Antico?

Across the inspection record, “premises maintained free of litter” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Antico.

Has Antico's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Antico have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Antico means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.