Beef & Burger
Last inspected: Nov 9, 2017
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Score
Inspectors have visited Beef & Burger 15 times, with records going back to 2010. The most recent visit was on Nov 9, 2017. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. Beef & Burger's record stops at Nov 9, 2017, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited 10 times.
Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Beef & Burger is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Nov 9, 2017
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE 2 DOOR REACH IN FREEZER (WITH FOOD CRUMBS) AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN THE BACK OF THE DEEP FRYER AND COOLER IN THE FRONT AREA,(WITH HEAVY DUST AND GREASE BUILD-UP) AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE WALLS BESIDE THE ICE BIN IN THE FRONT SERVING AREA AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN AND RE PAINT THE WALL BASE UNDER THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE FRONT SERVING AREA AND MAINTAIN.
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May 8, 2017
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST RE ADJUST THE SELF CLOSER DEVICE OF THE WASHROOM DOOR. DOOR NOT CLOSING ALL THE WAY.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK ON THE FAUCET CONNECTOR OF THE 3 COMPT SINK AND THE MOP SINK. MUST REPAIR TO STOP THE LEAK AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 27, 2017
Complaint
6 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 ENTRANCE DOOR WITH OVER 1/4 OF AN INCH GAP ON THE BOTTOM AND RIGHT CORNER OF THE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT/INSECTS PROOF THE DOOR. ALSO NO RECENT INSPECTION REPORT ON THE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK. LAST WAS 6/24/16. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE THE TECHNICIAN TO DO INSPECTION AND KEEP THE RECENT INSPECTION ON THE LOG BOOK. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: LABEL ALL BULK DRY FOOD CONTAINERS ON THE REAR PREP TABLE AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS BEHIND THE REACH IN COOLER IN THE REAR PREP/DISH AREA WITH PEELING PAINT. MUST SCRAPE PEELING PAINT AND RE PAINT. WALLS BEHIND THE DEEP FRYER NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAIN. MUST SEAL ALL THE GAP/HOLE AROUND THE PIPES THRU-OUT THE REAR AND FRONT PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST RE ADJUST THE SELF CLOSER DEVICE OF THE WASHROOM DOOR. DOOR NOT CLOSING ALL THE WAY.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK ON THE FAUCET CONNECTOR OF THE 3 COMPT SINK AND THE MOP SINK. MUST REPAIR TO STOP THE LEAK AND MAINTAIN.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED ON A SEPARATE CONTAINER,(HANDLE UP)TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
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Oct 25, 2016
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found several prepped potentially hazardous foods not properly labeled. Must label all prepped potentially hazardous foods with date. Must maintain same.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Found tin foil used as a liner in several places in front prep area. Found cardboard boxes used for storage. Must remove these items. Advised all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Found heavily soiled cutting board on rear prep cooler (along back wall). Must resurface or replace. Found large amount of rust on the (lower) opening of ice machine. Must remove or paint this area. Found damaged gasket on door of 2 door refrigerator in rear prep area. Must repair/replace. Must maintain all.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Found lower interior of fryers with excessive grease build up. Must remove, clean and sanitize. Must maintain same. Found soda lines with excessive dust build up. Must remove, clean and sanitize area. Must maintain same. Found small amount of orange slimy mold-like substance in upper interior of ice machine. Must remove, clean and sanitize machine. Must maintain same.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Found floors with excessive dust and debris under/behind hot hold unit in front prep area. Found excessive grease build up under fryers. Must remove dust, debris and grease. Must detail clean. Found cracked floor tiles in front dining room (in the corner near soda machine). Found damaged floors in bathroom and also in rear prep area. Must repair/replace cracked tiles and holes. All floors must be smooth and easily cleanable, without deep cracks or crevices. Rear prep floor must be painted or sealed. Must maintain all.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Found rear prep area very dark, along back wall. Must provide adequate lighting in rear corner of rear prep area to allow for proper cleaning. Must maintain same.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Found several large pieces of equipment (ice cream machine, coolers, etc.) not in use. Must remove all equipment not in use to prevent pest harborage. Must maintain same.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Found wiping clothes improperly stored on counter tops throughout kitchen and front prep area. Must properly stored wiping cloths in sanitizing solution when not in use.
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Jan 5, 2016
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM THE GREASE TRAP AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CMUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF THE REACH-IN FREREZER IN REAR OF PREMISES
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL OPENING INTO CEILING IN THE REAR PREP AREA,TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY
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Oct 8, 2015
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: SUMMARY REPORT GIVEN AND POSTED BY THIS INSPECTOR ON 8-28-15 WAS REMOVED AND NO LONGER POSTED VISIBLE TO THE ESTABLISHMENTS CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010(B).
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: TORN RUBBER DOOR GASKET OF THE TALL REACH-IN FREEZER. MUST REPLACE.
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Aug 28, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FACILITIES UNABLE TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURES. COOKS LINE COOLER FOUND AT 59.7F WITH FOODS SUCH AS COOKED BEEF AT 50.4F. COOLER TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT USE UNTIL REPAIRED AND MAINTAINS A TEMPERATURE OF 40.F OR BELOW.CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS FOUND HELD IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. APPROXIMATELY 2 LBS CHICKEN AT 48.9F,1 LB HOT DOG AT 48F, 3 LBS SOUR CREAM SAUCE AT 47.5F, 1 LB COOKED BEEF AT 50.4F, 1 LB COOKED SAUSAGES AT AT 48.9F. ALL FOODS DISCARDED. MANAGEMENT STATES ESTIMATED VALUE TO BE $50.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: TORN RUBBER DOOR GASKET OF THE TALL REACH-IN FREEZER. MUST REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: WALL MOUNTED FRY SLICER WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS DIRTY, INTERIOR OF THE FAR RIGHT TALL REACH-IN COOLER DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 15, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD WITH DEEP SEAMS AND DARK STAIN IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE AND AROUND DOOR NOT CLEAN AND WITH RUST BUILD-UP.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR UNDERNEATH SODA SYRUP SHELVES WITH EXCESSIVE SYRUP BUILD-UP.--------MUST REPAIR BROKEN FLOOR BASEBOARD WITH OPENING IN REAR STORAGE AREA (IN BETWEEN REACH-IN FREEZER AND REACH-IN COOLER) AND BY EXIT DOOR.
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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 AND OR REPAINT WALLS INSIDE WASHROOM.
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Jun 30, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS, FREEZERS AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE BEHIND UPPER PANEL AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS WITH GREASE BUILD-UP THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA ESPECIALLY UNDER AND AROUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND AROUND HOT WATER TANK.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS WITH DRIED FOOD SPILLAGE AROUND FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA. ------MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS BEHIND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REMOVE AND RE CAULK WORN OUT CAULKING WITH STAIN BEHIND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.----------NOTED SODA DRAIN LINE DRAINING INTO EXPOSED HAND SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY DRAIN INTO FLOOR DRAIN.
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Dec 2, 2013
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. VIOLATION 7-38-012(A) SERIOUS.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOOD ITEMS IN REACH IN COOLER NEED TO BE LABELED AND DATED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REACH IN COOLERS, FREEZER AND COLD HOLD UNITS HAS BUILD UP OF GRIME. NEED TO DETAIL CLEAN EXTERNAL AND INTERNAL SURFACES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS ABOVE GREASE TRAP, SODA FOUNTAIN AND GRILL HAS BUILD UP OF GREASE AND GRIME . MUST DETAIL CLEAN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: GREASE TRAP NEEDS TO BE CLEAN AND PAINTED.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NEED TO PROVIDE METAL STEM THERMOMETERS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE MACHINE NEED TO BE DETAIL CLEAN INTERNALLY AND EXTERNALLY.
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Jun 12, 2013
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MISSING FLOOR TILE IN FRONT PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS BEHIND GRILL AND DEEP FRYER HAS BUILD UP OF GREASE . MUST DETAIL CLEAN.
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Dec 26, 2012
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CAULKING AROUND THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE FRONT AREA,WORN OUT. MUST RE CAULK AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE FOLLOWING: SIDES EXTERIOR PART OF THE GRILL AND DEEP FRYER(WITH HEAVY GREASE ACCUMULATED; INTERIOR OF THE DOOR OF THE DEEP FRYER; UNDERNEATH THE FRONT COUNTER ABOVE THE HOT HOLDING AND COLD HOLDING UNIT; EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLER AND COOKING EQUIPMENTS; INTERIOR BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE REACH IN CCOLER AND REACH IN FREZER(WITH FOOD CRUMBS AND DEBRIS) AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE FLOOR BEHIND THE TAYLOR MACHINE AND WALLS ON THE SIDE OF THE HOOD AND MAINTAIN.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND HANDLING FOODS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINTS TO CONFINE THE HAIR.
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Jan 30, 2012
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found food items not properly dated/labeled in coolers, must date and label food items in coolers.
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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). Rear storage shelving need cleaning.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment need detailed cleaning, floors behind cooler in rear kitchen area need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls that had peeling paint in rear kitchen areas, bathroom shall be repaired/sealed.Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area shall be replaced/repaired.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light shields in kitchen prep area, rear kitchen areas not clean need detailed cleaning.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust vents(ventilation)in kitchen prep area not clean need detailed cleaning.
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May 18, 2011
Routine
3 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. CEILING FAN IN DINING AREA UNCLEAN WITH ACCUMULATED DUST,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; WASHBOWL SINK IN TOILET NEEDS RECAULKING; MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HANDSINK,3 COMPARTMENT SINK
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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. EXTERIOR /BEHIND SOFT SERVE MACHINE DIRTY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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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 UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; FLOOR BEHIND COOLERS AT THE REAR UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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May 18, 2010
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Cooking equipment, exterior ice machine cover and prep counter 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 under and between equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily and remove food debris.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Light and ventilation covers thru-out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Beef & Burger last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Beef & Burger on file is from Nov 9, 2017. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Beef & Burger?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at Beef & Burger.
Has Beef & Burger's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Beef & Burger have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Beef & Burger 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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