Best Sub Incorporated
Last inspected: Feb 13, 2025
95
Score
Best Sub Incorporated appears in inspection records 20 times, starting in 2010. Best Sub Incorporated was last inspected on Feb 13, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around seven violations to closer to three violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “proper cooling methods used” has been the most frequent reason, cited 10 times.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 13, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS.
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Feb 6, 2025
Complaint
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD EMPLOYEE WASH AND RINSE PAN AND PROCEED TO USE PAN WITHOUT SANITIZING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL DISHES ARE SANITIZED AFTER BEING WASHED AND RINSED. THE MANAGER SET UP SANITIZER IN THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025 CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VARIOUS TCS FOODS HELD AT INADEQUATE TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 44-48 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD TCS FOODS ARE HELD AT 41 F AND BELOW. MANAGER DISCARDED 1 POUND TOMATOES, 2 POUNDS OF CHEESE, AND 1 POUND TZATZIKI SAUCE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE OIL RECEPTACLE WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B) CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2 INCH GAP IN REAR DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL GAP.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONLY 1 DRAIN PLUG FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. DRAIN PLUG DOES NOT FIT DRAIN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE 3 ADEQUATELY SIZED DRAIN PLUGS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VARIOUS PIECES OF EQUIPMENT WRAPPED IN ALUMINUM FOIL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE FOIL. TO ENSURE ALL SURFACES ARE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VARIOUS PIECES OF EQUIPMENT NEAR THE GRIDDLE AREA WITH BUILD-UP OF GREASE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS.
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Aug 12, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 9, 2024
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-203.13 OBSERVED NO SERVICE SINK ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SERVICE SINK.
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Aug 1, 2024
Complaint
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ROACH INFESTATION ON SITE. OBSERVED 25 LIVE ROACHES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, INCLUDING THE KITCHEN PREP AREA, SERVICE AREA, DISH AREA, AND OUTSIDE TOILET ROOM. OBSERVED MORE THAN 20 SMALL FLIES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AREAS AFFECTED BY PESTS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL TCS FOODS HELD AT INADEQUATE TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 49-52 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD TCS FOODS ARE HELD AT 41 F AND BELOW. MANAGER DISCARDED 30 POUNDS OF ITALIAN BEEF, 2 POUNDS OF COOKED BEEF, 5 POUNDS OF CHOPPED LETTUCE, 10 POUNDS OF CHICKEN, 10 POUNDS TURKEY, AND 10 POUNDS OF HAM ($500): PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK WITH NO HOT WATER. HOT WATER NOZZLE WOULD NOT TURN ON. MANAGER RESTORED HOT WATER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL HAND WASHING SINKS ARE PROVIDED WITH HOT WATER WITH A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100 F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VARIOUS PIECES OF COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT NOT IN PROPER WORKING ORDER. OBSERVED WALK-IN COOLER WITH AN AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF 52 F; OBSERVED 3 COOLERS UNABLE TO CLOSE PROPERLY DUE TO BEING DAMAGED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL COOLERS. COOLERS TAGGED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EVIDENCE OF AT LEAST 2 PEST CONTROL INSPECTIONS WITHIN THE PAST YEAR. THE MOST RECENT INSPECTION REPORT GIVEN WAS DATED JUNE 21, 2022. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE THAT AT LEAST 2 PEST CONTROL SERVICES ARE PERFORMED WITHIN EVERY CALENDAR YEAR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(C) CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VERIFIABLE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE COOKED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER IS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED WITHIN SPECIFIED TIMEFRAME. REPORT #2563346, DATED SEPTEMBER 8, 2022, INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO #47 TO REPAIR AND REMOVE TAPE FROM THE CHEST FREEZER AND TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE, #49 TO CLEAN GREASE BUILD UP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT AND SURROUNDING FLOORS, WALLS, AND SHELVING, AND TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL EQUIPMENT, RACKS, AND SHELVING WITH SOIL BUILD UP THROUGHOUT FACILITY. OBSERVED CHEST FREEZER WRAPPED WITH TAPE. OBSERVED HEAVY FOOD AND SOIL DEBRIS ON THE INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE AND SOIL BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT AND WALLS, FLOORS, AND SHELVING AROUND EQUIPMENT. OBSERVED SOIL BUILDUP ON RACKS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, INCLUDING AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT, IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, AND NEAR THE DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ADDRESS ALL PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL CONTAINER AND PLACED INTO ANOTHER CONTAINER WITHOUT 7-DAY DATE OF DISPOSAL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL TCS FOODS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER DISPLAY 7-DAY DATE OF DISPOSAL. THE MANAGER DISCARDED 5 POUNDS OF ITALIAN BEEF, 1 POUND OF TURKEY, AND 1 POUND OF HAM ( $25) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO METAL STEM FOOD THERMOMETER ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE A METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR TAKING TEMPERATURES OF HOT AND COLD FOOD IS PROVIDED ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUBBER-LIKE SUBSTANCE IN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH BLACK BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE RUBBER-LIKE SUBSTANCE FROM 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN ORDER TO MAKE SINK SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. OBSERVED HEAVY ICE BUILD-UP IN FREEZER CHESTS AND WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FAN IN WALK IN COOLER WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SERVICE SINK ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SERVICE SINK.
51
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GREASE RECEPTACLE WITH LIGHT GREASE BUILD-UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1 FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE ON SITE AND MULTIPLE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ENSURE THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES.
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Sep 8, 2022
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, INGREDIENT CONTAINERS, RACKS AND SHELVING WITH FLOUR, DUST, GREASE, DEAD INSECTS AND DIRT BUILD-UP THROUGHOUT. RECOMMENDED TO INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BOXES OF FOOD AND CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUCT TAPE ON THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE CHEST FREEZER NEAR THE PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REPLACE/REPAIR. ALL EQUIPMENT MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Aug 30, 2022
Routine
3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE WHILE PREPARING AND HANDLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS (SANDWICHES, CHICKEN) DURING INSPECTION. PRESENTED OLD CERTIFICATE WITH 04/22/2022 EXPIRATION DATE. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE AND CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING AND OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURES OR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. SUPPLIES MUST INCLUDE ADEQUATE SANITIZER THAT ELIMINATES NOROVIRUS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY AND SUPPLIES TO PROPERLY HANDLE BODILY FLUID SPILLS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT A CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR SANITIZER OR FOR WARE WASHING AREA. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE A TEST KIT THAT ACCURATELY MEASURES THE CONCENTRATION OF SANITIZING SOLUTION MUST BE PROVIDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DRAINPIPE LEAKING UNDER THE 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR AND PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BOXES OF FOOD AND CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS ON SEVERAL PREP SURFACE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF EQUIPMENT & FOOD. MUST MAINTAIN
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUCT TAPE ON THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE CHEST FREEZER NEAR THE PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REPLACE/REPAIR. ALL EQUIPMENT MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, INGREDIENT CONTAINERS, RACKS AND SHELVING WITH FLOUR, DUST, GREASE, DEAD INSECTS AND DIRT BUILD-UP THROUGHOUT. RECOMMENDED TO INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR DISH AREA, FRONT FOOD PREP AREA AND TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
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Jul 13, 2020
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE, INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO VOMIT/ DIARRHEA CLEANUP KIT OR PROCEDURE, INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NO CITATION ISSUED
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: IMPROPER PERSONAL CLEANLINESS. NO HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE EMPLOYEES FOLLOW GOOD PERSONAL CLEANLINESS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MEAT SLICER NOT CLEAN BEHIND BLADE, FOOD DEBRIS NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 24, 2018
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS TO REMOVE GREASE, DEBRIS AND LITTER FROM AROUND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Jun 1, 2018
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE DELI MEAT SLICER TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
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Feb 7, 2018
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES: EMPLOYEE'S DOING MULTIPLE TASK AND NOT PROPERLY WASHING THEIR HAND IN BETWEEN SUCH AS GOING FROM RAW FOODS TO COOK FOODS, IN AND OUT OF WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAVE IN EMPLOYEE'S PROPERLY WASH THEIR HANDS AND THAN PUT ON NEW GLOVES. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED #7-38-010(a).
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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 COOLER AND WALK IN COOLER DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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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 PREMISES TO REMOVE SPILL, GREASE AND DEBRIS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS NEED CLEANING IN THE REAR AND FRONT PREP AREAS TO REMOVE FOOD SPLATTER. ALSO NOTED A FEW WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE TOILET ROOM AND IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS.
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78
May 11, 2017
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
May 4, 2017
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE GREASE RECEPTACLE NOT MAINTAINED: OBSERVED GREASE COVERING THE LID, EXTERIOR SURFACE, AND DROPLETS OF GREASE HANGING OFF THE SIDE OF THE RECEPTACLE. EXTERIOR GREASE RECEPTACLE AND THE GROUND SURFACE BELOW MUST REMAIN CLEAN WITH NO GREASE AT ALL TIMES. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACE TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TIN FOIL BEING USED AS A LINER ON THE STORAGE SHELF IN THE FRONT PREP AREA FOR SINGE SERVICE ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO USE NON ABSORBENT MATERIALS THAT WON'T BREAK, CHIP, OR TEAR TO ALLOW ROUTINE CLEANING.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LARGE BOTTLES OF SALAD DRESSING CUT IN HALF AND THEN PLASTIC WRAPPED OVER THE BOTTOM IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE MAINTAINED IN GOOD REPAIR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE MEAT SLICER, GASKETS AROUND THE DOORS OF THE COLD HOLDING UNIT, AND THE FRONT, BACKS, AND SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM, REAR PREP, AND FRONT PREP. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 15, 2016
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Found 3 compartment sink, and 2 compartment sink in rear prep area. (Operator removed exposed hand sink from this area). Instructed must install exposed hand sink in rear prep area.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found several prepped potentially hazardous foods (chicken, chili, etc) not labeled. Must label all 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: Tape used a means for repair on front prep chest freezer lid. Must repair or replace. Tape not permitted and must be removed. Cardboard used for floor matt in walk in cooler. Must remove. Cardboard not permitted (because it is porous). All surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Must maintain all surfaces.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Found dust accumulation on dry storage shelves in rear prep area. Must remove dust, clean and sanitize. 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 in walk in cooler rusted and with excessive debris. Must detail clean and sanitize floors. Must remove rust, paint or seal floor. Must maintain smooth and easily cleanable flooring. Found broken baseboard tiles in bathroom and in customer waiting area. Must repair or replace tiles or provide new coving. Must maintain same.
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78
Feb 24, 2014
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR GASKET ON CHEST FREEZER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL FRYERS, FRYER CABINETS, GRILL, VENTILATION HOOD, PREP TABLES, SINKS, COOLERS, FREEZERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS,
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: LIGHT COVERS AND CEILING TILE NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REPLACE CEILING TILE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK-IN COOLER.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: INSTALL SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON WASHROOM DOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
38
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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Feb 19, 2014
Complaint
10 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF SLICED TOMATOES 54.1F AND CUCUMBER SAUCE 50.2F STORED ON PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD APPROXIMATELY 5LBS, $5. ALL COLD FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 40F OR BELOW DURING PREPARATION, DISPLAY, AND STORAGE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT EXPOSED SINK IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HOT OR TEMPERED RUNNING WATER AT EXPOSED SINK FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR GASKET ON CHEST FREEZER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL FRYERS, FRYER CABINETS, GRILL, VENTILATION HOOD, PREP TABLES, SINKS, COOLERS, FREEZERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS,
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: LIGHT COVERS AND CEILING TILE NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REPLACE CEILING TILE.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK-IN COOLER.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: INSTALL SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON WASHROOM DOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
38
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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61
Nov 29, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exterior of cooking equipment, storage shelves, and deep fryer cabinets not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind 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 covers and ceiling tile not maintained. Instructed to detail clean and replace ceiling tile.
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Jan 5, 2012
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: Adequate and convenient toilet facilities shall be provided. They should be properly designed, maintained, and accessible to employees at all times. REAR PREP AREA EXPOSED HAND BOWL IN POOR REPAIR, NOT OPERABLE, SINK TAGGED, INSTRCUTED TO RESTRICT USE UNTIL REPAIRS ARE MADE, MUST FAX LETTER FOR TAG REMOVAL ONCE REPAIR, ADDITIONAL HAND SINK FRONT PREP AREA, FAX NUMBER 312 746-4240 CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-030
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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 REPLACE/REPAIR RUST ON SHELVING IN WALK-IN-COOLER USE A 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. THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES DETAIL CLEANING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS, TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES, DEEP FRYERS AND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, STORAGE SHELVES, AREAS BEHIND FRONT AND REAR COUNTER AREA, FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN-COOLER, INTERIOR BASINS OF ALL SINKS,SLICER,CUTTING BOARDS, HOOD AREAS ETC
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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. MUST CLEAN FLOORS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT PREMISES
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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 LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE AT FRONT PREP AREA EXPOSED HAND SINK
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Aug 18, 2010
Reinspection
4 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 PROPER FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD BOXES,REMOVE DUCT TAPE FROM COOLER SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AT ALL TIMES,REPLACE/REPAIR RUST ON SHELVING IN WALK-IN-COOLER USE A 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.THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES DETAIL CLEANING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES,DEEP FRYERS,SHELVING,AREAS BEHIND FRONT COUNTER,FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN-COOLER,INTERIOR BASINS OF ALL SINKS,SLICER,CUTTING BOARDS,HOOD AREAS ETC.
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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.FLOORS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND HEAVY COOKING EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING,STORE ALL ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR.
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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.WALLS THROUGHOUT FOOD PREP AREAS,INSIDE WALK-IN-COOLER- MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Aug 9, 2010
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health.FOUND 3 COMP SINK NOT MAINTAINED I.E.PLUMBERS PUTTY ON INTERIOR OF SAID SINK,WATER LEAKING BENEATH MIDDLE PIPE-MUST REPAIR/REMOVE SAID MATERIAL TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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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 PROPER FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD BOXES,REMOVE DUCT TAPE FROM COOLER SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AT ALL TIMES,REPLACE/REPAIR RUST ON SHELVING IN WALK-IN-COOLER USE A 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.THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES DETAIL CLEANING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES,DEEP FRYERS,SHELVING,AREAS BEHIND FRONT COUNTER,FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN-COOLER,INTERIOR BASINS OF ALL SINKS,SLICER,CUTTING BOARDS,HOOD AREAS ETC.
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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.FLOORS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND HEAVY COOKING EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING,STORE ALL ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR.
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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.WALLS THROUGHOUT FOOD PREP AREAS,INSIDE WALK-IN-COOLER- MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE.
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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.FOUND NO THERMOMETER INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.
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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 FOOD HANDLERS WITH HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Best Sub Incorporated last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Best Sub Incorporated on file is from Feb 13, 2025. The public record contains 20 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Best Sub Incorporated?
Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at Best Sub Incorporated.
Has Best Sub Incorporated's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Best Sub Incorporated have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Best Sub Incorporated means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Best Sub Incorporated inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Best Sub Incorporated is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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