Unite Grill
Last inspected: Aug 7, 2019
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Score
Public records show six inspections at Unite Grill stretching back to 2013. The most recent visit was on Aug 7, 2019. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme. The file hasn't been updated since Aug 7, 2019, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
“Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Unite Grill trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Aug 7, 2019
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED MANAGER SHOULD BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLOW DRAINING WATER AT THE HAND SINK IN THE UNISEX BATHROOM ON THE WEST WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FROM THE CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL MANAGERS MUST COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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May 29, 2018
Complaint
No violations found.
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Oct 11, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO SAND OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS IN THE PREP AREA WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST FROM THE BOTTOM SURFACE OF THE PREP TABLE. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE COOLERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT AND CAN OPENER IN THE PREP AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS AROUND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND IN ALL CORNERS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE CEILING AND VENT IN THE PREP AREA. REMOVE FOOD SPILLS AND DIRT/DUST BUILD UP. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Oct 30, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER AND VENTILATION HOOD FILTERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MAINTAIN THE FLOOR DRY IN THE BASEMENT LIQUOR ROOM.
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Jul 9, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN PREP AREA.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTALL SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN REAR EXPOSED SINK AND DRAINBOARD IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS IN PREP AREA. SEAL BRICK WALL IN BEVERAGE/BAR AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA. PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTERPROOF BULBS IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL OIL OFF FLOOR IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA, REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES IN BASEMENT.
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Nov 5, 2013
License
6 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Cutting boards not maintained on prep counters. Instructed to replace worn cutting boards.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Exhaust hood under cooking equipment and dishmachine, and filter not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor not maintained in prep area. Instructed to detail clean floor and reseal surface.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls not maintained in dining area nad behind bar. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to exposed brick. Ceiling not maintained above three compartment sink. Instructed to repair ceiling and repaint. Ventilation covers in prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and remove dust build-up. Several opening noted in walls leading to basement and wine room. Instructed to seal openings or install access panel.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Drainline and air gap(splashing) under three compartment sink leaking water. Instructed to repair to prevent excessive water on floor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Unite Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Unite Grill on file is from Aug 7, 2019. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Unite Grill?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Unite Grill.
Has Unite Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Unite Grill have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Unite Grill means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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