Bartucci
Last inspected: Aug 23, 2023
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Score
Public records show 11 inspections at Bartucci stretching back to 2014. Bartucci was last inspected on Aug 23, 2023. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Bartucci dates to Aug 23, 2023.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around four violations, down from roughly seven violations earlier in the record.
Across the inspection history, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded six times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Aug 23, 2023
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12--OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11--OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13-- INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR GREASE TRAP BOX, PREP TABLES, FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE CHEST FREEZER AND PREP COOLERS AND DEEP FRYER.
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Aug 16, 2023
Complaint
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2559304 DATED: 06/14/2022 #51--FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES INSTALLED AT ICE MACHINE AND ESSPRESO MACHINE. MUST PROVIDE WHERE THEY CAN BE SERVICED AND LOCATED. #56--FOUND EXHAUST VENTS NOT WORKING AT RESTROOMS. MUST PROVIDE OR REPAIR. #58--FOUND SANITATION MANAGERS WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT NOTED VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN BY 8/23/2023. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090,CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSEVED A WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN PREP/DISHWASHING AREAS TO REMOVE DRIED UP FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD-UP ESPECIALLY UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENTS AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN WALLS TILES ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA AND MAINTAIN SO THAT SURFACES ARE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED (2) MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS FOR LIGHT FIXTURES IN KITCHEN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL LIGHT SHIELDS OR PROVIDE SHATTER-PROOF LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR GREASE TRAP BOX, PREP TABLES, FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE CHEST FREEZER AND PREP COOLERS AND DEEP FRYER.
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Jun 14, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES INSTALLED AT ICE MACHINE AND ESSPRESO MACHINE. MUST PROVIDE WHERE THEY CAN BE SERVICED AND LOCATED.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: FOUND EXHAUST VENTS NOT WORKING AT RESTROOMS. MUST PROVIDE OR REPAIR.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND SANITATION MANAGERS WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE.
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Mar 31, 2021
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Mar 24, 2021
Routine
5 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 19 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROX: 20 RODENT(MICE)DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR AND AND ALONG THE WALLS IN THE REAR WATER HEATER CLOSET.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS; ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECOMMENDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. 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/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN REQUIRED PROCEDURE/PLAN AND APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS, AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER/SPRAY THAT IS EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS (MEAT SAUCE,PASTAS ETC.) NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR TAKING FOOD TEMPERATURES.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDSINKS (WASHROOMS).
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND INVERT DISHES/BOWLS ON KITCHEN STORAGE SHELF TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOOSE WORNED-OUT CAULK AROUND SPLASHGUARDS IN KITCHEN HANDWASHING SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA AND ON TOP OF PREP LINE COOLERS.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE BUILDUP INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER AND DRY STORAGE RACK NEXT TO COOKING EQUIPMENTS.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE,FRONT COFFEE/ESPRESSO MACHINE.MUST INSTALL SO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE WOMAN'S WASHROOM.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO SEAL GAPS/OPENINGS ON LOWER WALLS IN UTILITY MOP SINK CLOSET AND AT BOTTOM DOOR FRAME OF WATER HEATER CLOSET.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE MISSING WALL TILES ALONG THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA AND DETAIL CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND DEAD INSECTS AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRTY FLOORS WITH WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS BEHIND THE KITCHEN CHEST FREEZER AND STORAGE RACK NEXT TO COOKING EQUIPMENTS.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES PROVIDED ON THE PREMISES.MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATES ON SITE.
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Oct 17, 2017
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RE CAULK AROUND THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND THE 3 COMPT SINK. CAULK WORN OUT WITH BLACK MOLDY SUBSTANCE AND MAINTAIN. RUSTED EXTERIOR OF THE GREASE TRAP BOX. MUST REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN IN DETAIL THE INTERIOR LOWER COMPT OF THE DEEP FRYER WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT ,INSIDE THE FURNACE ROOM AND MAINTAIN.
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Oct 4, 2017
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: FOUND EVIDENCE OF MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE THE FURNACE ROOM OVER 20 TOTAL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN IN DETAIL THE AFFECTED AREAS AND SANITIZE. REMOVE THE DROPPINGS AND INFORM THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY. HAVE ADDITIONAL INSPECTION BY THE TECHNICIAN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: 3 COMPT SINK NOT DRAINING WELL . A SMALL AMOUNT OF WASTE WATER BACKING UP ON THE 1ST COMPT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO HAVE A WELL DRAINING SINK. ESTABLISHMENT WITH LOW TEMP DISH MACHINE TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE DISHES,POT AND PANS,ETC. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RE CAULK AROUND THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND THE 3 COMPT SINK. CAULK WORN OUT WITH BLACK MOLDY SUBSTANCE AND MAINTAIN. RUSTED EXTERIOR OF THE GREASE TRAP BOX. MUST REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN IN DETAIL THE INTERIOR LOWER COMPT OF THE DEEP FRYER WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT ,INSIDE THE FURNACE ROOM AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: HOOD AND FILTER WITH DUST AND GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN, REMOVE DUST AND GREASE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAKING PIPE UNDER THE 3 COMPT SINK. MUST REPAIR TO STOP THE LEAK.
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Jul 7, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO FOOD CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE, POSTED OR AVAILABLE, AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, INSTRUCTED TO ENROLL IN A CLASS WITH PROOF OF ENROLLMENT OR ACTUAL CERTIFICATE MUST BE AVAILABLE, SERIOUS CITATION: 7-38-012
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDER ISSUED, DATED 06/02/2015, REPORT #1546617, VIOLATION LISTED BELOW: 45 NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. SERIOUS CITATION: 7-42-090
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALL IN POOR REPAIR REAR PREP AREA, MISSING WALL TILE, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, AND ATTACHED LIGHT SHIELDS AT CEILING NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NO THREE SINK STOPPERS FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,
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Jun 2, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVE NO LIDS FOR ICE BIN AT THE FRONT BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TIGHT FITTING LID.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAKING FAUCET AT EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND THE FRONT BAR. INSTRUCTED TO FIX AND MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Dec 5, 2014
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Nov 7, 2014
License
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: Above had no hot running water under City pressure due to gas company not able to hook gas to premises due to scheduling conflict, gas company was supposed to have the gas connected on 11/6/2014.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: Above had no exposed hand sink in bar prep area, must provided exposed hand sink to bar area.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: Must provide soap dispenser with soap, and paper towel dispensers with towels to exposed hand sinks, in prep, bar prep area
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), non food contact surfaces of prep table lower shelving not clean, need cleaning(detailed).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors in rear kitchen areas, and mop sink closet not clean, need detailed cleaning(Corners).
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bartucci last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bartucci on file is from Aug 23, 2023. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bartucci?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Bartucci.
Has Bartucci's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Bartucci have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Bartucci 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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