Bella Notte
Last inspected: Jul 20, 2022
78
Score
The health department has logged 22 inspections at Bella Notte, the earliest from 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 20, 2022. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Note that Bella Notte's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jul 20, 2022; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately and about 13 violations before that.
When inspectors have written things up, “proper cooling methods used” has been the most frequent reason, cited 15 times.
Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. The record reflects steady performance over time.
22
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 20, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: FOUND CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE OF THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION CONDUCTED 12/02/2021 VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED BY CORRECT BY DATE. VIOLATION PREVIOUSLY NOTED ON OCT 13, 2021. #57: FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES NOT AVAILABLE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN PROOF ON SITE. #58 OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FROM THE CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL MANAGERS WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7.38.010 CITATION ISSUED.
3
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ALL DEAD ROACHES FROM BASEMENT AREAS (UNDER STAIRS, HALLWAYS, DRY STORAGE AREA).
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Dec 2, 2021
Complaint
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: FOUND NO SUMMARY REPORT POSTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO POST SUMMARY REPORT IN CONSPICUOUS PLACE FOR CUSTOMERS TO SEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7.38.010.
3
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: FOUND CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE OF THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION CONDUCTED 07/22/2019 VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED BY CORRECT BY DATE. VIOLATION PREVIOUSLY NOTED ON OCT 13, 2021 ALSO: #58 OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FROM THE CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL MANAGERS WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090. NO CITATION ISSUED.
60
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/4" GAP IN CORNER OF REAR EXIT DOOR TO ALLEY. MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ACTIVITY.
38
Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 4 EMPLOYEES WITHOUT FACE COVERING. MUST WEAR FACE COVERINGS IN PUBLIC PLACE. 7-28-060. CITATION ISSUED.
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Oct 13, 2021
Reinspection
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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.
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY. 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
5
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER INSIDE STANDING 2 DOOR COOLER IN PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE.
36
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/4" GAP UNDERNEATH SCREEN EXIT DOOR TO ALLEY. MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ACTIVITY.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MULTIPLE BOXES AND CONTAINERS OF FOOD ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK IN FREEZER IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES NOT AVAILABLE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN PROOF ON SITE.
57
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 07/22/2019 NOT CORRECTED: #58 OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FROM THE CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL MANAGERS WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Oct 5, 2021
Complaint
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Food separated and protected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RAW CHICKEN AND SHRIMP STORED ABOVE BROCCOLI AND MUSHROOMS INSIDE PREP COOLER NEAR BROILER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION. PRIORITY. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS CHICKEN (47.8F), CALAMARI (46.9F), AND EGGS (50.3) HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN PREP COOLER NEAR GRILLING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD APPROXIMATELY 20 POUNDS OF FOOD PRODUCT AT A COST OF $300. PRIORITY. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREP COOLER NEAR GRILLING AREA MAINTAINING IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 46.9F. ALL EQUIPMENT USED FOR COLD HOLDING MUST MAINTAIN TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR LESS. PRIORITY. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. COOLER TAGGED FOR RE-INSPECTION.
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: SUMMARY REPORT IS COVERED BY OTHER PAPERWORK INSIDE BOARD. SUMMARY REPORT MUST ALWAYS BE VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-42-010(B). NO CITATION ISSUED.
61
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE METAL STEM THERMOMETER TO MEASURE HOT AND COLD TEMPERATURES AND KEEP ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
36
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CHLORINE TEST STRIPS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
48
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.
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY. 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
5
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER INSIDE STANDING 2 DOOR COOLER IN PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE.
36
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/4" GAP UNDERNEATH SCREEN EXIT DOOR TO ALLEY. MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ACTIVITY.
38
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MULTIPLE BOXES AND CONTAINERS OF FOOD ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK IN FREEZER IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN GASKET ON STANDING 2 DOOR COOLER AND PREP COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. ALSO OBSERVED BROKEN LID ON PREP COOLER NEAR NOODLE PREP STATION. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
47
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS MATS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO USE MATERIAL THAT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES NOT AVAILABLE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN PROOF ON SITE.
57
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 07/22/2019 NOT CORRECTED: #55 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER STORED IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA LEADING OUT TOWARDS THE BACK ENTRANCE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN. #58 OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FROM THE CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL MANAGERS WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
60
Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MANAGER, WAITER AND KITCHEN STAFF NOT WEARING MASKS WHILE INTERACTING WITH GUESTS INSIDE RESTAURANT. 7-28-060. CITATION ISSUED.
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Jul 29, 2019
Reinspection
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
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.
3
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS (CHICKEN, HAM, BACOM, TOMATOES) WITHOUT PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL TCS FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOUR MUST HAVE PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
23
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CONSUMER ADVISORY, BUT NO DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL BASED FOOD ITEMS ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP, DIRT, AND GRIME ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA, IN BETWEEN THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER STORED IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA LEADING OUT TOWARDS THE BACK ENTRANCE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
55
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FROM THE CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL MANAGERS WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
58
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY. 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
5
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HAND SINK IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA AND IN THE BASEMENT TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY.
10
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA ENCASED WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 22, 2019
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS AT AN IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE (SHRIMP, 58.3 DEGREE F, PASTA 56.4 DEGREE F, CHICKEN 50.2 DEGREE F). INSTRUCTED THAT COLD HOLDING SHOULD BE 41 DEGREE F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2-DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT IN THE REAR KITCHEN NOT HOLDING CORRECT INTERNAL TEMPERATURE (59.6 DEGREE F). INSTRUCTED THAT THE COLD HOLDING INTERNAL TEMPERATURE SHOULD BE 41 DEGREE OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED. OWNER WAS ABLE TO CALL OUT A REPAIR SERVICE DURING INSPECTION (LEO VARGAS REFRIGERATION, 773-972-7399), AND WAS ABLE TO GET THE COLD HOLDING UNIT REPAIRED. COOLER IS NOW HOLDING A TEMPERATURE OF 42.1 DEGREE F.
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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.
3
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS (CHICKEN, HAM, BACOM, TOMATOES) WITHOUT PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL TCS FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOUR MUST HAVE PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
23
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CONSUMER ADVISORY, BUT NO DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL BASED FOOD ITEMS ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
25
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
36
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY. 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
5
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HAND SINK IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA AND IN THE BASEMENT TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY.
10
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA ENCASED WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER STORED IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA LEADING OUT TOWARDS THE BACK ENTRANCE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP, DIRT, AND GRIME ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA, IN BETWEEN THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP ON THE FILTERS IN THE HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
56
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FROM THE CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL MANAGERS WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Jan 23, 2018
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN PREP COOLERS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS. ALSO MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING THROUGH OUT 1st FLOOR AND BASEMENT PREP AREAS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DEBRIS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED MISSING END CAP ON THE LIGHT SHIELD IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED CLUTTER AT THE REAR EXIT DOOR(EMPTY BOXES). MUST BRAKE DOWN AND REMOVE TO PREVENT HARBORAGE.
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Oct 13, 2017
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNECCESSARY ITEMS FROM THE EMPLOYEE BATHROOM LOCATED IN THE KITCHEN.
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Sep 8, 2017
Routine
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: FOUND PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES AT TIME OF INSPECTION: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 SMALL BUGS CRAWLING OUT OF THE GREASE TRAP LOCATED UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT, OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 5 LIVE ROACHES UNDER THE STAIR CASE IN THE BASEMENT, AND OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 5 LIVE ROACHES IN THE BASEMENT EMPLOYEE STORAGE LOCKER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICE TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE ACTIVITY. MUST REMOVE DEAD ROACHES, CLEAND AND SANITIZE INFECTED AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ONSITE WHILE SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS I.E. CHICKEN PASTA, VEAL, PORK ETC. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A LEAST ONE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ONSITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD WITH THE CERTIFICATE CONSPICUOSLY POSTED IN PLAIN VIEWING SITE OF CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR RIPPED GASKETS ON THE COLD HOLDING REFRIGERATION UNITS ON THE LINE ACROSS FROM THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR INTERIOR DEEP FREEZER PANEL THAT IS BEING HELD UP BY DUCT TAPE AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE DUST ACCUMULATION FROM THE CEILING VENT IN THE BASEMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNECCESSARY ITEMS FROM THE EMPLOYEE BATHROOM LOCATED IN THE KITCHEN.
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Aug 29, 2016
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVER TO THE BAR ICE BIN AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE THE REAL THICK ICE BUILD UP ON THE BASEMENT WALK IN FREEZER FLOOR AND SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO SAND OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES AND STAINS ON THE 1ST FL MAIN COOK LINE PREP AREA. MAINTAIN ALL.
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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 DEEP FRYER AND THE GUN HOLDERS AT THE BAR.
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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 INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE FLOOR DRAINS, FLOORS IN THE CORNERS, ALONG THE WALL BASE AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN THE BASEMENT AND 1ST FL PREP AREA. -INSTRUCTED TO REGROUT THE FLOOR TILES UNDERNEATH THE RUBBER FLOOR MATS IN FRONT OF THE COOKING/COOLING EQUIPMENT IN THE 1ST FL PREP AREA. MAINTAIN ALL.
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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 MAINTAIN THE VENTS, CEILING TILES AND LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE BASEMENT/1ST FL PREP AREAS.
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Aug 22, 2016
Complaint
8 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: OBSERVED LIVE SMALL FLIES IN THE BASEMENT WASHROOM, HALLWAY AND FOOD PREP AREA. APPROXIMATELY 100 LIVE SMALL FLIES WERE OBSERVED IN THESE AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVER TO THE BAR ICE BIN AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE THE REAL THICK ICE BUILD UP ON THE BASEMENT WALK IN FREEZER FLOOR AND SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO SAND OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES AND STAINS ON THE 1ST FL MAIN COOK LINE PREP AREA. MAINTAIN ALL
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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 DEEP FRYER AND THE GUN HOLDERS AT THE BAR.
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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 INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE FLOOR DRAINS, FLOORS IN THE CORNERS, ALONG THE WALL BASE AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN THE BASEMENT AND 1ST FL PREP AREA. -INSTRUCTED TO REGROUT THE FLOOR TILES UNDERNEATH THE RUBBER FLOOR MATS IN FRONT OF THE COOKING/COOLING EQUIPMENT IN THE 1ST FL PREP AREA. MAINTAIN ALL.
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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 MAINTAIN THE VENTS, CEILING TILES AND LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE BASEMENT/1ST FL PREP AREAS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SHIELD TO THE LIGHT IN THE BASEMENT WALK IN COOLER. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO FIX THE LEAK AT THE PIPE UNDERNEATH THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE BASEMENT AREA. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT
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Sep 18, 2015
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE FROM THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS, INTERIOR OF PREP COOLERS.
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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.
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Sep 11, 2015
Routine
12 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER AND LINE PREP COOLERS. OBSERVED GROUND PORK AT 50.5F INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER, CHICKEN AT 46F INSIDE OF THE LINE PREP COOLER AND COOKED WHITE BEANS AT 50.9F INSIDE OF THE LINE PREP COOLER. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 30# OF FOOD WORTH $60. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNHYGIENIC FOOD HANDLING PRACTICES BY A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE. OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE PREPARE A SALAD AND HANDLE READY-TO-EAT FOODS (TOMATOES AND LETTUCE) WITH THEIR BARE HANDS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT NO BARE HAND CONTACT IS ALLOWED WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS. FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE INSTRUCTED TO WEAR GLOVES OR USE OTHER MEANS TO ELIMINATE BARE HAND CONTACT. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010A.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT BOTH THE 1ST FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK AND THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA HANDWASHING SINK. MANAGEMENT PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS IN BOTH AREAS AT MY REQUEST. ALSO, OBSERVED THE BASEMENT HANDWASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. OBSERVED CARDBOARD FLATS AND BOXES STORED ON TOP OF THE HANDWASHING SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND TO KEEP THE HANDWASHING SINK ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. ALSO, OBSERVED A BROKEN TOILET SEAT IN THE STALL OF THE BASEMENT EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND TO HAVE EMPLOYEES USE ANOTHER WASHROOM TO USE THE TOILET. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE. OBSERVED CUT POTATOES STORED IN WATER IN A CONTAINER MARKED "DISH BRITE." MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO NOT USE CHEMICAL CONTAINERS TO STORE FOODS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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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: OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE BASEMENT WASHROOM, HALLWAY AND FOOD PREP AREA. APPROXIMATELY 100 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED IN THESE AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY POSTED IN THE ESTABLISHMENT. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010B.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A KNIFE STORED IN BETWEEN THE WALL AND THE SALAD PREP COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE KNIVES IN A KNIFE RACK.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE ICE BUILDUP OBSERVED IN THE BASEMENT WALK-IN FREEZER. DEFROST AND MAINTAIN THE WALK-IN FREEZER IN THE BASEMENT. REMOVE CARDBOARD FLATS FROM THE BASEMENT PREP TABLES. OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER HELD TOGETHER WITH TAPE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE FOOD CONTAINERS IN DISREPAIR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE FROM THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS, INTERIOR OF PREP COOLERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BOXES OF FOOD AND FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK-IN FREEZER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD OFF OF THE FLOOR. MAINTAIN THE FLOOR DRY IN THE BASEMENT.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL COOLERS WITHOUT WORKING OR VISIBLE THERMOMETERS. MUST PROVIDE WORKING THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF ALL COOLERS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
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Dec 24, 2014
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FROM INSPECTION# 1513197 DATED DECEMBER 17, 2014 NOT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY THAT THE MOST RECENT INSPECTION'S SUMMARY REPORT MUST BE DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS AT ALL TIMES. FACILITY POSTED CURRENT INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AT CONCLUSION OF INSPECTION. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-42-010(B).
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: PROTECT ALL UTENSILS AT PLACE SETTINGS FROM CONTAMINATION.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AT BAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN UPPER LEVEL.
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Dec 17, 2014
Routine
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED PER MUNICIPAL CODE OF CHICAGO FROM REPORT #1155221 ON 5-28-14. 32 REPLACE DAMAGED GASKETS ON PREP COOLER DOORS IN PREP AREA. MAINTAIN GASKETS ON FREEZER DOOR IN BAR. INSTALL SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN EXPOSED SINK AND DRAINBOARD IN BAR. DEFROST INTERIOR OF WALK-IN FREEZER. PROVIDE COVER FOR ICE BIN IN BAR AREA. 33-CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, STEAM TABLES, AND PREP COOLERS IN PREP AREA, SINKS IN WALK-IN COOLER. 34-GROUT LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA UNDER COOK LINE. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE, BAR WALK-IN COOLERS, AND BASEMENT AREAS. REMOVE EXCESS WATER OFF FLOOR NEAR ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT. 36- REPLACE MISSING LIGHT BULBS IN VENTILATION HOOD. REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA AND BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER. SECURE LOOSE LIGHT SHIELD IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. 38-PROVIDE ADEQUATE STOPPERS FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS. 40-PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL PREP COOLERS. 41-ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER, FREEZER, STORAGE, AND PREP AREAS. STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING. 42-ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: PROTECT ALL UTENSILS AT PLACE SETTINGS FROM CONTAMINATION.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE DAMAGED GASKETS ON PREP COOLER DOORS IN PREP AREA. MAINTAIN GASKETS ON FREEZER DOOR IN BAR. INSTALL SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN EXPOSED SINK AND DRAINBOARD IN BAR. DEFROST INTERIOR OF WALK-IN FREEZER. PROVIDE COVER FOR ICE BIN IN BAR AREA.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, STEAM TABLES, AND PREP COOLERS IN PREP AREAS, SINKS IN WALK-IN COOLER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: GROUT LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA UNDER COOKLINE. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE, BAR, WALK-IN COOLERS, AND BASEMENT AREAS. REMOVE EXCESS WATER OFF FLOOR NEAR ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHT BULBS IN VENTILATION HOOD. REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA AND BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER. SECURE LOOSE LIGHT SHIELD IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AT BAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN UPPER LEVEL.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL PREP COOLERS.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER, FREEZER, STORAGE, AND PREP AREAS. STORE ALL MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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May 28, 2014
Routine
9 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT ADEQUATELY SANITIZING GLASSWARE IN BAR, CHEMICAL PPM 0. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR. DISH MACHINE IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL RE-INSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE DAMAGED GASKETS ON PREP COOLER DOORS IN PREP AREA. MAINTAIN GASKETS ON FREEZER DOOR IN BAR. INSTALL SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN EXPOSED SINK AND DRAINBOARD IN BAR. DEFROST INTERIOR OF WALK-IN FREEZER. PROVIDE COVER FOR ICE BIN IN BAR AREA.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, STEAM TABLES, AND PREP COOLERS IN PREP AREAS, SINKS IN WALK-IN COOLER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: GROUT LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA UNDER COOKLINE. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE, BAR, WALK-IN COOLERS, AND BASEMENT AREAS. REMOVE EXCESS WATER OFF FLOOR NEAR ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHT BULBS IN VENTILATION HOOD. REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA AND BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER. SECURE LOOSE LIGHT SHIELD IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE ADEQUATE STOPPERS FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL PREP COOLERS.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER, FREEZER, STORAGE, AND PREP AREAS. STORE ALL MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Oct 25, 2013
Consultation
7 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA AND INSIDE BASEMENT PREP AREA,HAS OPEN SEAMS
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF THE DEEP FRYER AT REAR PREP AREA AND CLEAN FILTERS ABOVE STOVE,HAS GREASE BUILD-UP,ALSO MUST DEFROST THE CHEST FREEZER IN THE REAR PREP AREA,HAS HEAVY ICE-BUILD-UP
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE PREP AREA,LOCATED IN REAR AND BASEMENT PREP AREA,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR THE WALL IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT,HAS A LARGE OPENING INTO WALL AND WASHROOM,LOCATED IN SAME AREA,MUST REPAIR TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY,ALSO MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE HOT WATER TANK AREA,MUST INSTALL IN BASEMENT AREA
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELD COVERS NEED DETAIL CLEANING IN THE REAR PREP AREA AND BASEMENT PREP AREA
36
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER INSIDE THE 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM THE ELECTRICAL ROOM AND UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES,TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
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Oct 15, 2013
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA AND INSIDE BASEMENT PREP AREA,HAS OPEN SEAMS
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF THE DEEP FRYER AT REAR PREP AREA AND CLEAN FILTERS ABOVE STOVE,HAS GREASE BUILD-UP,ALSO MUST DEFROST THE CHEST FREEZER IN THE REAR PREP AREA,HAS HEAVY ICE-BUILD-UP
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE PREP AREA,LOCATED IN REAR AND BASEMENT PREP AREA,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR THE WALL IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT,HAS A LARGE OPENING INTO WALL AND WASHROOM,LOCATED IN SAME AREA,MUST REPAIR TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY,ALSO MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE HOT WATER TANK AREA,MUST INSTALL IN BASEMENT AREA
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELD COVERS NEED DETAIL CLEANING IN THE REAR PREP AREA AND BASEMENT PREP AREA
36
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER INSIDE THE 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM THE ELECTRICAL ROOM AND UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES,TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
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Oct 10, 2013
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE ICE-MACHINE TO HAVE LARGE AMOUNTS OF BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE INSIDE MACHINE WHERE ICE IS BEING MADE THE ICE MACHINE WILL BE TAGGED,MUST FAX A LETTER FOR TAG REMOVAL,WHEN MACHINE IS CLEANED AND SANITIZED FAX#B312 746-4240 ATTENTION,SUPERVISOR CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005(A) SERIOUS VIOLATION
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA AND INSIDE BASEMENT PREP AREA,HAS OPEN SEAMS
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF THE DEEP FRYER AT REAR PREP AREA AND CLEAN FILTERS ABOVE STOVE,HAS GREASE BUILD-UP,ALSO MUST DEFROST THE CHEST FREEZER IN THE REAR PREP AREA,HAS HEAVY ICE-BUILD-UP
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE PREP AREA,LOCATED IN REAR AND BASEMENT PREP AREA,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR THE WALL IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT,HAS A LARGE OPENING INTO WALL AND WASHROOM,LOCATED IN SAME AREA,MUST REPAIR TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY,ALSO MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE HOT WATER TANK AREA,MUST INSTALL IN BASEMENT AREA
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELD COVERS NEED DETAIL CLEANING IN THE REAR PREP AREA AND BASEMENT PREP AREA
36
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER INSIDE THE 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM THE ELECTRICAL ROOM AND UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES,TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
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Jun 6, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA NEED TO PROVIDE DIVIDER BETWEEN THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN IN THE MAIN KITCHEN TOP, SIDES, FRONT AND BACK OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, THE HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE HAS GREASE BUILDUP ON THEM.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE PREP AREA ALONG THE WALLS AND IN THE CORNERS.
34
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE BASEMENT HALLWAY HAS DUST BUILDUP.
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Jan 20, 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. MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT BASEMENT EXPOSED HAND SINK, BY 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. MUST CLEAN VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT 1ST FLOOR KITCHEN AREA AND CLEAN OR REPLACE STAINED CUTTING BOARD SAME 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 IN STORAGE AREAS, CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE
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Jun 8, 2010
Complaint
7 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.REPLACE/REPAIR RUSTY SHELVING IN COOLERS USING NON-TOXIC FINISH.
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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.ALL COOKING EQUIPMENTS STOVE,GRILL,DEEP FRYERS,SHELVING BENEATH STEAMTABLE,DRY STORAGE SHELVING,BOTTOMS OF WORK TABLES,ICE MACHINE,EXTERIOR OF DISHMACHINE,CABINETS ETC.
33
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.FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS ESPECIALLY IN STORAGE ROOMS,HOT WATER TANK ROOM FLOOR DRAINS REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING.
34
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.WALLS/CEILING AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS IN WALK-IN-COOLER BASEMENT REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING,SEAL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS AROUND PLUMBING FIXTURES AT 2ND FLOOR BAR AREA.
35
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.METAL STEM THERMOMETER IS NEEDED FOR MONITORING FOOD TEMPERATURES.
40
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.CLEAN,ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE ROOMS,HOT WATER TANK ROOM,FOOD PREPS REMOVE ALL CLUTTER.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair.MUST PROVIDE ALL FOOD HANDLERS WITH HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bella Notte last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bella Notte on file is from Jul 20, 2022. The public record contains 22 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bella Notte?
Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited 15 times, more than any other issue at Bella Notte.
Has Bella Notte's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Bella Notte have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly 13 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Bella Notte 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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