Baba Palace

334 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60654

Indian

Last inspected: Nov 3, 2010

Score

Low Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. Baba Palace was last inspected on Nov 3, 2010. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Baba Palace's record stops at Nov 3, 2010, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Baba Palace on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 3, 2010

Suspected Food Poisoning

3 minor violations.

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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

Inspector notes: All hot food shall be stored at a temperature of 140F or higher. FOUND THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS HELD IN ROOM TEMPERATURE BETWEEN 93.7 F AND 114.7 F- CHICKEN RICE, WHITE RICE AND SPINACH W/POTATOES. ALL OUT OF TEMPERATURE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 140 F OR ABOVE IF HELD HOT. CRITICAL VIOLATION, CITATION ISSUED. TICKET #H000063452 13. FOODS DISCARDED WEIGHT- 25 LBS, VALUED AT $35.00

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. THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN- OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON EXTERIOR OF DISHMACHINE AND FOOD/GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL UNCLEAN EQUIPMENT.

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. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR IN DRY STORAGE ROOM. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR.

Mar 16, 2010

Complaint

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. Observed accumilated food debris on exterior of prep area 3-compartment sink. Must clean and maintain all unclean equipment.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. Front counter handwash bowl handles in poor repair and employees washroom toilet bowl clogged. Must repair and maintain plumbing.

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. Must provide working thermometers for all coolers.

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. Basement hot water tanks room cluttered. Must elevate all items 6" off floor or remove items to prevent potential pest harborage.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Baba Palace last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Baba Palace on file is from Nov 3, 2010. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Baba Palace?

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

Has Baba Palace's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Baba Palace have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Baba Palace 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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