Banana Joe's
Last inspected: Jun 28, 2012
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Score
Across the available record, Banana Joe's has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Jun 28, 2012. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Banana Joe's's record stops at Jun 28, 2012, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspection History
Jun 28, 2012
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Jun 19, 2012
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: FRONT DOOR TO NEW ADDITION AREA, NOT RODENT PROOF, APPROX. 1/4 GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOOR, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND PROPERLY SEAL, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SPLASH GUARDS AT ALL EXPOSED HAND BOWLS BEHIND BAR AREA, AND FRONT KITCHEN AREA AT COUNTER TABLE HANDLES NEEDED FOR TOP DOOR OF PREP COOLER, MUST ALSO PROVIDE LIDS FOR ICE BINS BEHIND NEW SPORT BAR
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE NEW BASE BOARDS, ON WALL BY KITCHEN AREA
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THREE SINK STOPPERS FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN STORAGE AREAS, REMOVE ALL CLUTTER AND BETTER ORGANIZE
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Sep 27, 2011
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING, SPLASH GUARDS ON SITE, WAITING TO BE INSTALLED PROPERLY
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Sep 20, 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 25 FRUIT FLIES, IN ALL BAR AREAS AND IN MENS BATHROOM, FRONT AREA, DOORS NOT PROPERLY SEAL, OBSERVED APPROX. 1/2 GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOOR, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE RODENT PROOF STRIPES ON ALL DOORS, AND NOTED OUTSIDE GARBAGE LID IN POOR REPAIR, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE, TO CONTROL ANY PEST ACTIVITY SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 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. MUST PROVIDE SPLASH GUARDS AT ALL EXPOSED HAND BOWLS BEHIND BAR AREA, AND FRONT KITCHEN AREA AT COUNTER TABLE HANDLES NEEDED FOR TOP DOOR OF PREP COOLER
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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. MUST CLEAN ALL DISPENSING NOZZLES, KITCHEN AND BAR AREAS
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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. MUST REPAIR/REPAINT CHIPPING PAINT ON WALL BEHIND REAR BAR AREA
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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. MUST REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AT KITCHEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK
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May 11, 2010
Consultation
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.MISSING SOME ICE BIN COVERS FOR BARS.
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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.FOUND VENTILATION IN TOILET ROOMS NOT WORKING.
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May 3, 2010
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation.FOUND OUTSIDE EAST END BAR INSTALLMENT HAND SINK,3 COMP SINK.THE SAID AREA NOT IN USE,NO CITATION ISSUED AT THIS TIME FURTHERMORE AREA DISTRICT#6 SUPERVISOR WILL FURTHER EVALUATE SAID AREA.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.MULTI USE UTENSILS IN KITCHEN NOT INVERTED.
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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 NO ICE BIN COVERS AT BARS,RAW WOOD SURFACES USE NON-TOXIC FINISH ALSO REPLACE WORNED OUT CUTTING BOARDS.
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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.FOUND SOUTH WALL SERVER AREA NOT SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE.
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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.FOUNDB VENTILATION IN TOILET ROOMS NOT WORKING.
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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.REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM PREMISES,ADDITIONAL SHELVING IS NEEDED IN STORAGE ROOMS.
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Apr 12, 2010
No Entry
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Banana Joe's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Banana Joe's on file is from Jun 28, 2012. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Banana Joe's?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Banana Joe's.
Has Banana Joe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Banana Joe's have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Banana Joe's 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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