Baba's Village
Last inspected: Apr 27, 2018
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Baba's Village has been inspected 11 times since 2010. Baba's Village was last inspected on Apr 27, 2018. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Baba's Village's record stops at Apr 27, 2018, 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.
Looking across the full record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” is the recurring theme, flagged six times.
The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Baba's Village on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Apr 27, 2018
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL FOODS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, COOKED CHICKEN,ETC INSIDE WALK IN COOLER NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: LOWER SHELF OBSERVED REACH IN FREEZER LID IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE RUSTY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF WALLS OF WALK IN COOLER AND EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Sep 15, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (CHICKEN, SAUCES) HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS AND NOT LABELLED WITH PRODUCT NAME AND DATE LOCATED IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REACH IN FREEZER LID IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE STOVE TOPS. OBSERVED MINOR BROWNISH DEBRIS INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED BY THE ICE MAKER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, UNDER FOOD PREP AREA EXPOSED HAND SINK, UNDER SHELVING UNIT AND UNDER 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL SAID AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTERS ON THE WALL LOCATED BY THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND ACCUMULATED DUST DEBRIS ON THE CEILING IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 3, 2016
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO LONG METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR FOOD HANDLERS MUST PROVIDE AT NEXT ROUTINE INSPECTION.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: 2-EMPLOYEES NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT IN PREP AND DISH AREA.MUST PROVIDE.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND APPROX10LBS OF RICE WITHCHICKEN INSIDE A LARGE BOX STORED NEXT TO THE OVEN MAINTAINED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 112.0F.FOOD WAS REMOVED AND DISCARDED BY MANAGER,CDI.MUST MAINTAIN HOT FOODS AT 140F OR HIGHER. APPROX COST $35.00.CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005A.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND TOP OF CHEST FREEZER ON LEFT SIDE BY WALK IN COOLER LID IN POOR REPAIR.MUST REPAIR/ REPLACE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAKY FACET AT 3-COMP SINK.MUST REPAIR.
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Feb 4, 2015
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY LABEL ALL PREPARED FOODS AND OTHER FOOD ITEMS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS WITH PRODUCT NAME AND DATE AT ALL TIMES. ALSO MUST USE FOOD GRADE BAGS TO STORE FOODS AT ALL TIMES. FOUND FOOD IN A WHITE PLASTIC GROCERY BAG, AND FOOD ITEMS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER NOT PROPERLY LABELED. MUST PROVIDE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR OF THE ICE BOX FREEZER TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE FROST BUILD-UP, REPAINT RUSTED INTERIOR AND REMOVE CARD BOARD LINER FROM THE BOTTOM PORTION OF THE ICE BOX FREEZER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES. FOUND VARIOUS ITEMS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER ON THE FLOOR. MUST ELEVATE.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LONG STEM THERMOMETER FOR THE COOK STAFF AT ALL TIMES.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE ALL FOOD PREP STAFF WITH PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES. OBESERVED DISH WASHER WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINT IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE ALL STAFF MEMBERS WITH THEIR ILLINOIS FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES. MUST PROVIDE ABOVE STATED DOCUMENT FOR ALL STAFF.
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Jul 14, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS IN PREP AREA AND UNDER ONION STORAGE RACK AT REAR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL TILES OF OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE ALONG WALL AT BOTTOM IN DRY STORAGE AREA. REPAIR/REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN WASHROOMS AND WHERE NECESSARY.
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Aug 26, 2013
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY LABEL READY TO EAT TOGO FOOD CONTAINER IN FRONT DISPLAY COOLER WITH THE NAME AND INGREDIENTS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN THE PREP AREA AROUND EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
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Nov 23, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL FOODS STORED IN COOLERS MUST BE DATED & LABELED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES MUST BE REPLACED.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR DRAINS & AREAS ALONG WALL BASES BEHIND EQUIPMENT MUST BE KEPT CLEAN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MENS BATHROOM VENT NOT WORKING, MUST FIX.
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Jun 3, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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May 27, 2011
Routine
5 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: 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. OBSERVED 2 LIVE ROACHES IN THE UPPER INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY AND DETAIL CLEAN/SANITIZE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE. ALL ICE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. REINSPECTION DATE 06/03/11.
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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. PREP AREA REACH IN COOLER DOOR RUBBER GASKETS WITH FOOD BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL UNCLEAN COOLER GASKETS.
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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. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DIRT/FOOD BUILD UP INSIDE FLOOR DRAIN BY ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF FLOOR DRAIN.
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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. OBSERVED UNCLEAN CEILIING LIGHT COVERS ABOVE PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN ALL UNCLEAN CEILING LIGHT COVERS.
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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. 3-COMPARTMENT SINK COLD WATER HANDLE LEAKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.
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Nov 2, 2010
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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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. CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP/DARK GROOVES MUST BE REPLACED, TO MAKE SURFACES SMOOTH/EASILY CLEANABLE.
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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. MISSING BASEBOARD TILES AT WALLS BY WATER TANK & MOP SINK, MUST BE REPLACED. DUSTY FAN GUARD OF FRONT COOLER MUST BE KEPT CLEAN.
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Aug 5, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. Cutting boards with deep/dark grooves must be replaced, to make surfaces smooth/easily cleanable.
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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. Following need cleaning: interior of microwave ovens, & door tracks of front cooler -due to food debris/stains.
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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. Floor drains need cleaning & threshold of rear door must be repaired(Peeling off).
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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. Filters & attachments to interior of hood must be free of grese/dust build-up.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. All wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizing solution & replaced as needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Baba's Village last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Baba's Village on file is from Apr 27, 2018. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Baba's Village?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Baba's Village.
Has Baba's Village's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Baba's Village have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Baba's Village 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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