Belly Shack
Last inspected: May 15, 2013
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Score
Across the available record, Belly Shack has six inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The most recent report on file is from May 15, 2013. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. The most recent inspection at Belly Shack is from May 15, 2013, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Belly Shack is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspection History
May 15, 2013
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE SHELVINGS OVER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND INTERIOR COMPARTMENT OF DEEP FRYER AND ATTACHED PIPING EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENTS AND FLOOR DRAINS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
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May 13, 2013
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK/RED SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED. TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION.MUST FAX LETTER TO THE CDPH 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL ATT:A.LOPEZ. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE,INVERT ALL MULTI-USE KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE SHELVINGS OVER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND INTERIOR COMPARTMENT OF DEEP FRYER AND ATTACHED PIPING EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENTS AND FLOOR DRAINS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON VENTILATION COVERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES INCLUDING INSIDE THE TOILET ROOMS AND REPLACE BROKEN FILTERS ON THE HOOD.ALSO;REPAIR WATER LEAK AT MIDDLE DRAIN PIPE BENEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Aug 10, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MULTI USE UTENSILS NOT PROPERLY STORED, MUST BE STORED WITH HANDLES FACING IN ONE DIRECTIONS OR FACING UP
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE STAINED AND PITTED CUTTING BOARDS IN PREP AREAS
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST RESEAL SURFACES ABOVE 3 COMP SINK AREA, DETAIL CLEAN WALL AREA AND REPAIR CHIPPING PAINT BY FRONT COUNTER AREA
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE PLUMBERS PUTTING AT BASE OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, INSTRUCTED TO SEAL PROPERLY
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Jun 29, 2011
Tag Removal
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.FOUND NO CONSUMARY ADVISORY POSTED.
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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.MUST RECAULK SURFACES ABOVE 3 COMP SINK AREA,DETAIL CLEAN WALLS ALL ALONG SAID AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR WATER LEAK AT PIPE BENEATH MIDDLE COMPARTMENT AT 3 COMP SINK,DETAIL CLEAN ALL DUST ACCUMULATIONS ON VENTILATION THROGHOUT THE PREMISES.
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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.Food handlers must have hair restraints when working around open food.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.Wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizing solution.
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Jun 24, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F.HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON SOFT SERVE TOP LOADER ELECTRO FREEZE DESSERT MACHINE IN USE AT THIS TIME.Hot and cold water under city pressure shall be provided at the freezer unit for the purpose of washing and sanitizing of all non-removable food contact surfaces of the freezer unit and sanitizing of re-assembled freezer parts.FAX LETTER TO THE CDPH 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. The licensee shall inform the public in writing of the Chicago Department of Public Health?s Consumer Advisory relating to consuming raw and undercooked animal products.FOUND NO CONSUMARY ADVISORY POSTED.
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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.MUST RECAULK SURFACES ABOVE 3 COMP SINK AREA,DETAIL CLEAN WALLS ALL ALONG SAID AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR WATER LEAK AT PIPE BENEATH MIDDLE COMPARTMENT AT 3 COMP SINK,DETAIL CLEAN ALL DUST ACCUMULATIONS ON VENTILATION THROGHOUT THE PREMISES.
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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.Food handlers must have hair restraints when working around open food.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.Wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizing solution.
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Aug 24, 2010
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DATE ON PREPARED AND READY TO EAT FOODS IN COOLERS
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT CLEAN UTENSILS ON SHELVING UNITS THROUGHOUT FACILITY.
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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. INSTUCTED TO PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD PROTECTION ON EXPOSE HAND WASH SINK AT FRONT PREP AREA ON COFFEE PREP SIDE.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN TOILET BOWL IN BOYS RESTROOM,CLEAN PLASTIC PANEL INSIDE ICE MACHINE AND EXTERIOR OF WASH MACHINE BY 3COMP.SINK,ALL WITH STAINS.CLEAN ALSO OUTER DOOR WALLS AT BOILER ROOM IN KITCHEN.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN HOT WATER TANK ROOM WITH DEBRIS, AND ELEVATE PRODUCT BOXES 6" OFF THE FLOORS AT ALL TIMES. ALSO FLOORS UNDER STORAGE SHELF IN DRY STORAGE AREA WITH LIQUID SPILLS NEEDS CLEANING.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE METAL STEM THERMOMETHER INSDE ALL COOLERS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Belly Shack last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Belly Shack on file is from May 15, 2013. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Belly Shack?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Belly Shack.
Has Belly Shack's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Belly Shack have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Belly Shack 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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