Bar Casa Blanca
Last inspected: Sep 13, 2016
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Score
Bar Casa Blanca has been inspected seven times since 2010. The most recent report on file is from Sep 13, 2016. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. The file hasn't been updated since Sep 13, 2016, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about three violations before that.
“Premises maintained free of litter” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.
Bar Casa Blanca's latest score of 95 sits above the Chicago average of 81. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspection History
Sep 13, 2016
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE THE CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN THE AREA.
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Aug 26, 2016
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1578379 DATED 10/01/2015 NOT CORRECTED AND/OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN: 38-NO EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK PROVIDED BEHIND THE BAR. MUST INSTALL AN EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK BEHIND THE BAR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE THE CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN THE AREA.
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Oct 1, 2015
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NO EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK PROVIDED BEHIND THE BAR. MUST INSTALL AN EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK BEHIND THE BAR.
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Nov 22, 2013
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary clutter and unsed articles in basement. Instructed to remove all unused articles causing rodent nuisance and elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.
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Nov 8, 2013
Routine
7 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: Outer openings not protected or rodent proofed. Also, evidence of rodent activity on premises. Front entry door has 1/4 inch gap on left door in middle. Observed rat droppings in basement-approximately 15 in box and under storage shelf in basement. Instructed to repair and rodent proof entry door to prevent rodent and insect entry and remove all rodent activity.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Interior of ice machine not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor in basement and behind equipment through-out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Hot water pressure low in women's toilet room. Instructed to increase water pressure.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided in bar cooler. Instructed to provide thermometer visible inside all coolers.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary clutter and unsed articles in basement, second floor storage room and rear kitchen area. Instructed to remove all unused articles causing rodent nuisance and elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in sanitize holder or container.
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Oct 12, 2011
Routine
2 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. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE EXPOSED HAND BOWL AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK REAR KITCHEN AREA
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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. MUST REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM REAR KITCHEN AREA
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Oct 20, 2010
Routine
2 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.THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES DETAIL CLEANING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR COOLERS,INTERIOR BASIN OF 3 COMP SINK IN KITCHEN,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE BEHIND BAR.
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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 UNNECESSARY ARTICLES FROM PREMISES,PROPERLY STORE ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bar Casa Blanca last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bar Casa Blanca on file is from Sep 13, 2016. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bar Casa Blanca?
Across the inspection record, “premises maintained free of litter” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Bar Casa Blanca.
Has Bar Casa Blanca's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Bar Casa Blanca have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Bar Casa Blanca 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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