Best Subs #3
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2015
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Best Subs #3 has been inspected 12 times since 2010. The most recent visit was on Feb 4, 2015. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. The file hasn't been updated since Feb 4, 2015, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.
Across the inspection history, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded eight times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Best Subs #3 trails the local norm. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspection History
Feb 4, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE INSIDE COOLERS AND FREEZERS.---------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF WALK-IN FREEZER WITH EXCESSIVE ICE ACCUMULATION.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP, MEAT SLICER (MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFTER USE), SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT/PIZZA OVEN WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DUST BUILD-UP, INTERIOR SURFACES OF CHEST FREEZER WITH ICE AND FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION IN PREP/COOKING AREA, STORAGE AND COUNTER SHELVES THROUGHOUT.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN FOOD PREP/COOKING AREA. MUST REPLACE DEAD LIGHT BULBS AND MUST REPLACE MISSING LIGHT BULB INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER AT SAME AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE OR VACUUM BREAKER AT MOP SINK FAUCET.----------MUST PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, MAINTAIN AND REORGANIZE PREP/COOKING AREA. MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER STORED IN STORAGE AND COUNTER SHELVES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.--------MUST PROVIDE PROPER RAISED STORAGE SHELVES 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING (NOTED PREMISE USING SODA CRATES FOR STORAGE).
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Oct 17, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), reach in cooler shelving, doors not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment in kitchen prep area not clean, needs detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Missing/damaged cove molding in kitchen prep area shall be repaired/replaced. Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in rear prep area, shall be replaced.
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May 5, 2014
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING INCLUDING WALK-IN-COOLING UNITS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE 1 DOOR FREEZER IN THE KITCHEN AREA AND REMOVE EXCESSIVE COBWEBS ON LOWER WALLS BEHIND THE LARGE PIZZA OVEN MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: TOILET ROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF CLOSING AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREAS AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
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Apr 23, 2014
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: THE KITCHEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED LEFT COMPARTMENT AND SPLIT SEAM AT THE LEFT EDGE OF SAID SINK LEAKS, REPAIR THE LEAKING SINK , AND HAVE THE LEFT COMPARTMENT DIVIDER/TOP OF THE SINK WELDED TO A SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: WALK-IN-FREEZER INTERIOR WITH EXCESSIVE ICE BUILD-UP.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MANUAL CAN OPENER AND ATTACHED FOOD PREP TABLE,SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS IN KITCHEN AREAS ARE NOT CLEAN.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING INCLUDING WALK-IN-COOLING UNITS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE 1 DOOR FREEZER IN THE KITCHEN AREA AND REMOVE EXCESSIVE COBWEBS ON LOWER WALLS BEHIND THE LARGE PIZZA OVEN MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: TOILET ROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF CLOSING AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREAS AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
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May 13, 2013
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found food items not properly dated/labeled in walk in cooler, reach in cooler, and reach in freezer, must date and label food items in walk in cooler, reach in cooler and reach in freezer.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Reach in cooler shelving that had peeling paint/rust. shall be repaired/sealed.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), reach in cooler shelving, rear storage shelving, prep table lower shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment, and under storage shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area shall be replaced/repaired.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light shields in kitchen prep area not clean, need cleaning(detailed).
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust vents(ventilation) in kitchen area, reach in cooler not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Jan 25, 2012
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. AIR VENTS IN 2 DOOR 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: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CRACKED /DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN DISH AREA AND REAR MUST BE REPLACED
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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. DAMAGED SIDE WALL OF EXIT DOOR AT THE REAR MUST BE FIXED; CEILING TILES IN STORAGE AREA WITH HOLES MUST BE SEALED; CEILING FAN IN DINING AREA DIRTY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Mar 9, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods in freezer not properly stored. Instructed to cover and date all foods not in original containers.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Exterior and interior of cooking equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor in toilet room not maintained. Instructed to seal floor in corner.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Door in rear not manitained. Instructed to properly seal to prevent any daylight on sides and bottom corner. Ceiling not maintained in toilet room. Instructed to seal all openings.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation not provided in toilet room. Instructed to install exhaust fan or have window open at all times with 16 inch mesh screen over window.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary equipment not being used on premises. Instructed to remove all unused articles from premises.
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Nov 26, 2010
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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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. NO SPLASHGUARD BETWEEN MOP SINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST INSTALL WASHABLE, PROTECTIVE BARRIER BETWEEN SINKS. REMOVE TREADS FROM FAUCET AT MOP SINK. A HOSE MAY NOT BE ATTACHED TO ANY FAUCET UNLESS A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE IS INSTALLED.
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Oct 12, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Oct 1, 2010
License
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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.2 SINK STOPPER MUST BE PROVIDED IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK,MUST REMOVE PLUMBER'S PUTTY;FAUCET IN EXPOSED SINK MUST BE REPAIRED OR REPLACED;MUST REPLACE RUBBER GASKET OF 1 UPRIGHT FREEZER,EXIT DOOR IN REAR MUST BE REPAITED
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CABINET UNDER HANDSINK ,UNDER WASHBOWL SINK MUST BE CLEANED AND MAINTAINED;COOLER AIR VENT IN 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR MUST BE CLEANED,VENT COVER AT THE REAR AREA UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN;EXIT DOOR MUST BE REPAINTED
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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.3 CEILING FAN IN DINING AREA UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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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. UNUSED EQUIPMENT/COOLERS IN THE REAR SIDE MUST BE REMOVED,MUST ORGANIZE OFFICE AREA AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY MATERIALS
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Aug 26, 2010
Tag Removal
No violations found.
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Jul 27, 2010
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. FOUND PREP COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE 50.1F NOT ABLE HOLD COLD FOOD AT 40F CRITICAL VIOLATION CITATION ISSUED,INSIDE COOLER ARE NON POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AND SOUR CREAM 1/4 LB 49.5F-DISCARDED,TAGGED COOLER ,MUST FIX TO 40F OR BELOW
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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. AIR FAN INSIDE COOLER UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; MUST RECAULK HANDSINK IN PREP AREA
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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. SHELVES INSIDE COOLER BECOMING RUSTY MUST BE REPLACED,CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD AT THE REAR PREP AREA MUST BE REPLACED
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Best Subs #3 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Best Subs #3 on file is from Feb 4, 2015. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Best Subs #3?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Best Subs #3.
Has Best Subs #3's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Best Subs #3 have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Best Subs #3 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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