Blackstone Hotel — Blackstone Market/ Mercat
Last inspected: Jul 5, 2018
100
Score
Inspectors have visited Blackstone Hotel — Blackstone Market/ Mercat 18 times, with records going back to 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 5, 2018. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. The most recent inspection at Blackstone Hotel — Blackstone Market/ Mercat is from Jul 5, 2018, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded 13 times.
Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Blackstone Hotel — Blackstone Market/ Mercat is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspection History
Jul 5, 2018
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jun 28, 2018
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REDUCED OXYGEN VACUUM PACKAGING MACHINE ON SITE AND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (LAMB, BEEF, CHICKEN) BEING REDUCED OXYGEN VACUUMED PACKAGED BY THE FACILITY WITHOUT A VARIANCE APPROVAL FROM THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH. INSTRUCTED TO CEASE REDUCED OXYGEN VACUUM PACKAGING OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS AND TO CONTACT THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH TO INQUIRE ON THE PROCEDURE FOR A VARIANCE FOR REDUCE OXYGEN PACKAGING OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGING MACHINE AND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION BY THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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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 SMALL FLIES ACTIVITY ON THE WALLS AND CEILINGS THRU OUT THE FACILITY LOCATED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS; ABOUT 20 SMALL FLIES ON THE WALLS AND CEILINGS OF THE BLACKSTONE MARKET FOOD PREP AREA, ABOUT 50 SMALL FLIES ON THE CEILINGS OF THE 3RD FOOD PREP AREA, ABOUT 10 SMALL FLIES ON THE WALLS AND CEILINGS OF THE 4TH FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA, ABOUT 30 SMALL FLIES IN THE 2ND FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA, AND ABOUT 10 SMALL FLIES LOCATED ON THE WALL OF THE CUSTOMER DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREA NOT MAINTAINED, OBSERVED MISSING DUMPSTER LIDS ON TWO OF THE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS, OVER FLOWING GARBAGE, AND ACCUMULATED GREASE DEBRIS ON THE GREASE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING GARBAGE DUMPSTER LIDS, NEVER ALLOW GARBAGE TO OVER FLOW AND REMOVE ACCUMULATED GREASE FROM THE GREASE DUMPSTER LID AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TABLES BEING PRE-SET WITH GLASSWARE NOT INVERTED AND SILVERWARE NOT PROTECTED FROM POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION LOCATED IN THE CUSTOMER DINING AREA ON THE 2ND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO NOT PRE-SET TABLES OR SET TABLES WITH THE GLASSWARE INVERTED AND THE SILVERWARE PROTECTED FROM POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OR SET TABLES UPON CUSTOMER ARRIVAL AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE BROWN SLIMY SUBSTANCE INSIDE OF THE SODA GUNS LOCATED ON THE 2ND FLOOR RESTAURANT BAR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR DRAINS THRU OUT ALL OF THE FOOD PREP AND BAR AREAS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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 ACCUMULATED DUST ON THE VENTS LOCATED IN THE 4TH FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF THE REFRIGERATION UNITS LOCATED ON THE 1ST FLOOR (BLACKSTONE MARKET) FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 31, 2017
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA ON THE 2ND FL. HAS DEEP, DARK GROOVES AND STAINS ON THE SURFACE. INSTRUCTED TO SAND OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOUND THE ICE MACHINE ON THE 2ND FL INTERIOR WHITE PANEL IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE THE BLACK/PINKISH BUILD UP ON IT. DEEP FRYERS AND THE INTERIOR OF THE OVENS HAVE FOOD AND DIRT BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE FLOOR DRAINS AND FLOORS UNDER THE DEEP FRYERS WITH DIRT, GREASE AND FOOD BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FOUND THE CEILING TILES IN THE REAR OF THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA WITH DIRT, FOOD AND DEAD BUGS ON IT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING TILES.
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Feb 15, 2017
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND THE CUTTING BOARDS IN THE 3RD FL FOOD PREPARATION AREA NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED TO SAND OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS. MAINAIN SAME.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOUND THE INTERIOR OF THE CABINET IN THE STARBUCK'S FRONT PREPARATION AREA WITH SPILLS, DIRT AND DEBRIS. THE DEEP FRYER ON THE 3RD FL FOOD PREPARATION AREA WITH GREASE, FOOD AND DIRT BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE FLOOR DRAINS IN THE STARBUCKS FRONT PREPARATION AREA NOT CLEAN. ALSO, FLOORS IN THE 3RD FL FOOD PREPARATION AREA UNDER/AROUND THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT NEEDS CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FOUND THE CEILING TILES IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA OF STARBUCKS WITH FOOD/BEVERAGE SPILLS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND THE FAUCET AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR OF STARBUCKS LEAKING PROFUSELY. INSTRUCTED TO FIX AND MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOUND THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER'S REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. INSTRUCTED TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AND PROVIDE PROOF. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Aug 15, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: STANDING WATER AND MISSING GROUT AT 1ST FLOOR COFFEE STATION FLOOR TILES. INSTRUCTED MGR TO GROUT FLOOR AND KEEP DEY AS POSSIBLE.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: HAND SOAP DISPESERS ABOVE PREP SINK IN STARBUCKS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL EMPLOYEES HANDLING OPEN FOODS TO WEAR PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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May 10, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: EXPOSED INSULATION AT PREP COOLER LID AT 2ND FLOOR KITCHEN, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. ICE BIN AT BAR MISSING A LID WHERE THERE IS A CUSTOMER SEATING AREA ON THE OTHER SIDE OF BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A LID TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DUST BUILD UP AT DISH WASHING MACHINE FAN COVER, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FIRST FLOOR KITCHEN TILES MISSING GROUT TRAPPING WASTE WATER AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO GROUT AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES PERSONEL CLOTHING STORED ON FOOD SHELF IN KITCHEN, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP AWAY. FOUND LIVE POTTERY PLANT IN KITCHEN, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS WITH BEARD NOT WEARING BEARD RESTRAINT, INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STANDING WATER NOTED IN ICE SCOOP HOLDERS, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP IN A CLEAN DRY HOLDER.
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Oct 14, 2015
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Apr 17, 2015
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A SPLASH GUARD NEEDED AT THE REAR EXPOSED HANDSINK NEXT TO THE PREP TABLE IN THE 3RD FLOOR BANQUET KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN A SPLASH GUARD AT THE EXPOSED HAND SINK.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE COLD KNOB MISSING AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE 3RD FLOOR DISH ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE PLUMBING LEAKING UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LEFT BASIN IN THE 2ND FLOOR DISHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS IN THE PREP/KITCHEN AREA WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE HANDLING FOOD.
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Apr 16, 2015
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES STORED INSIDE OF A 4 DOOR REACH IN COOLER( APPROXIMATELY 6.5LBS OF COOKED RICE, 1LB OF CHORIZO, 4LBS OF SHRIMP, 3.5LBS OF SAUSAGE, 1LB OF TUNA AND 4LBS OF BACON WRAPPED COOKED DATES) VALUED AT APPROXIMATELY $83. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED ALL OF THE LISTED FOOD ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN COLD POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT 40.0F OR BELOW. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE INSIDE OF THE 2ND FLOOR BAR SANITIZING AT 0PPM CHLORINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN 50PPM CHLORINE FOR SANITIZING. EQUIPMENT TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 102.5LBS OF VACUUM PACKAGED FOODS (CHICKEN, SHORT RIBS, MEATBALLS, WHITE BEANS, BEEF TENDERLOIN, GOAT, HOT DOGS AND SHRIMP) INSIDE OF THE 3RD FLOOR WALK IN COOLER. FACILITY DOES NOT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO HEALTH DEPARTMENT APPROVED HACCP PLAN. ALL FOOD IS TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. THE CRYOVAC MACHINE WAS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION DURING THE 5-19-14 CANVASS INSPECTION AND THE FACILITY IS USING THAT MACHINE. CDPH TAGGED THE MACHINE AGAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A SPLASH GUARD NEEDED AT THE REAR EXPOSED HANDSINK NEXT TO THE PREP TABLE IN THE 3RD FLOOR BANQUET KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN A SPLASH GUARD AT THE EXPOSED HAND SINK.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE PLUMBING LEAKING UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LEFT BASIN IN THE 2ND FLOOR DISHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE COLD KNOB MISSING AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE 3RD FLOOR DISH ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS IN THE PREP/KITCHEN AREA WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE HANDLING FOOD.
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May 28, 2014
Reinspection
No violations found.
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May 19, 2014
Routine
11 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FOUND REACH IN PREP COOLER AT 2ND FLOOR MERCAT RESTAURANT AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 50.5 DEGREES AIR TEMPERATURE. MANAGER CALLED ENGINEER TO REPAIR EQUIPMENT. COOLER NOW AT PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 38.4 DEGREES AIR TEMPERATURE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A) CITATION ISSUED FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND THE FOLLOWING AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: LAMB 8LBS 55.4 DEGREES, MERCAT BURGER 6# 53.9 DEGREES, CHICKEN BREAST 3# 57.8 DEGREES, SALMON 1.5# 45.6 DEGREES. ALL PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. TOTAL VALUE $250.16 40#'S CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)CITATION ISSUED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: FOUND DISH MACHINE IN 2ND FLOOR BAR NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING. 0 PPM AT RINSE. MANAGER CONTACTED ENGINEER TO REPAIR MACHINE. RINSE CYCLE IS NOW AT 100 PPM. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED IMPROPER SANITIZING AT RINSE.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: FOUND HANDSINK IN STARBUCKS WITH NO SOAP TO PROPERLY WASH HANDS WHILE MAKING VARIOUS TYPES OF COFFEE DRINKS. MANAGER CORRECTED VIOLATION. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED NO SOAP AT HAND WASHING SINK.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: HAVE PLACED 20# OF VACUUMNED PACKAGED MEATS ON HOLD AND TAGGED VACUUMN PACKAGE MACHINE HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT CDPH FOR FURTHER INFORMATION REGARDING THE USE OF MACHINE. MACHINE MAY NOT BE USED UNTIL PROPER APPROVAL HAS BEEN GIVEN. BOTH ICE MACHINES 2ND & 3RD FLOORS BOTH IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL HEAVY BUILD UP. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A) CITATION ISSUED. FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE.
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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 FRUIT FLY ACTIVITY IN THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: 5-6 FLIES IN 1ST FLOOR BAR AREA, 8-10 FLIES IN 1ST FLOOR STARBUCKS, 10-14 FLIES AT 2ND FLOOR PREP AND BAR AREA, AND 4-5 AT 2ND FLOOR DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. MAIN ENTERANCE DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED. BALBO SIDE, AND 1ST FLOOR AT MICHIGAN SIDE NOT RODENT PROOFED. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED. EVIDENCE OF INSECT ACTIVITY.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVOUS MINOR VIOLATONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 3-25-13 REPORT #114740 INSP#333. #32 MUST SAND OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS IN STARBUCKS, BODEGA AND MERCAT'S PREP AREA WITH DEEP DARK GROOVES, #33 MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CABINETS IN STARBUCKS AND CLEAN COOKING EQUIPMENT IN MERCAT. #34 MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS AND INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF ALL FLOOR DRAINS. #35 MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS IN ALL PREP AREAS-REMOVING DUST/DIRT, FOOD SPLATTER AND SPILLS. ALL VIOLATIONS MUST BE CORRECTED AND MAINTAINED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED. PREVIOUS MINORS VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INTRIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN 1ST FLOOR AND BANQUETS IN NEED OF CEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AND FOOD SPILLS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NEW LIGHT SHIELDS NEEDED AT BANQUET DISH AREA, SHIELDS ARE CRACKED. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN,
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: AIR VENTS IN WALK IN COOLER IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DUST BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES
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Apr 2, 2013
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COVERS TO THE ICE BINS IN MERCAT'S AND BODEGA'S BAR AREA.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD TO THE FRONT EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE HOT APPS PREP AREA OF MERCAT.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD TO THE FRONT EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE HOT APPS PREP AREA OF MERCAT.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CABINETS IN STARBUCKS AND CLEAN COOKING EQUIPMENT IN MERCAT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS AND INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF ALL FLOOR DRAINS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS IN ALL PREP AREAS-REMOVING DUST/DIRT, FOOD SPLATTER AND SPILLS.
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Mar 25, 2013
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: FOUND LIVE SMALL FLIES ON THE PREMISES. 10 IN THE REAR PREP OF STARBUCK'S AND 10 IN THE DINING AREA, 5 IN THE MERCAT BAR AREA AND 10 THROUGHOUT THE BAKERY AND OTHER PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ALL LIVE ACTIVITY, CLEAN THE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR ASSISTANCE IN ELIMINATING SMALL FLIES. ALSO, DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED (OUTER NOR INNER 1/2" GAP.) INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF EITHER DOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: FRONT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN STARBUCK'S IN POOR REPAIR, VERY LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE HOT WATER PRESSURE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST SAND OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS IN STARBUCKS, BODEGA AND MERCAT'S PREP AREA WITH DEEP DARK GROOVES.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COVERS TO THE ICE BINS IN MERCAT'S AND BODEGA'S BAR AREA.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD TO THE FRONT EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE HOT APPS PREP AREA OF MERCAT.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CABINETS IN STARBUCKS AND CLEAN COOKING EQUIPMENT IN MERCAT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS AND INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF ALL FLOOR DRAINS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS IN ALL PREP AREAS-REMOVING DUST/DIRT, FOOD SPLATTER AND SPILLS.
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Mar 2, 2012
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. 7O POUNDS OF CHICKEN STOCK AT 49.6F, 50.3F, AND 49.1F. APPROXIMATELY 60 POUNDS OF COOKED BEEF SHORT RIBS AT 51.3F, 50.1F, AND 48.7F. CRITICAL VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DISPOSE OF 130 POUNDS OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD. ALSO, INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROPERLY COOL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD TO 40F OR BELOW STORING INSIDE COOLERS. MONETARY VALUE OF FOOD $350.00.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN BY DISHWASHING AREAS.
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May 11, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. FOUND THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES BETWEEN 45.3 F AND 48.0 F- CHICKEN STOCK, VEAL STOCK AND MILK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 40 F OR BELOW IF HELD COLD. FOUND WALK IN COOLER AND REACH IN MILK COOLER BOTH MAINTAINING TEMPERATURES AT 40 F OR BELOW AT THIS TIME. MILK TAGGED BY CDPH AT THIS TIME, CHICKEN AND VEAL STOCK VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED. MILK SELL BY DATE 05/25/11, 40 GALLONS OF MILK TOTAL. FOODS TAGGED AND DISCARDED TOTAL WEIGHT- OVER 100 LBS, VALUED AT $180.00.
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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. FOUND WALK IN COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS RIPPED AT 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN GASKETS.
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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. OBSERVED FOOD BUILD UP INSIDE PREP AREAS REACH IN COOLER DOOR GASKETS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL UNCLEAN GASKETS.
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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. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS BEHIND DISHMACHINES. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL UNCLEAN WALLS.
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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. MUST PROVIDE INTERIOR THERMOMETERS FOR COOLERS IN PREP AREA (X2).
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Nov 29, 2010
Consultation
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: CORRECTED FROM REPORT DATED 11-26-10.
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Nov 26, 2010
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PAPER TOWELS AT 2 EXPOSED HAND SINKS.(FRONT PREPARATION AREAS/4TH FLOOR KITCHEN AREAS). CRITICAL VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Serious violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. FOUND PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT DATED 11-19-10 INSPECTION #401341. FOUND FRUIT FLY ACTIVITY AT PREMISES. OBSERVED ABOUT 75 FRUIT FLIES AT STARBUCKS CAFE ON WALLS, CEILING, AND FLYING AROUND. FURTHERMORE, SOME ACTIVITY ALONG HALL WAYS NEXT TO STARBUCKS. CRITICAL VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION MANAGER ON PREMISES WHILE HANDLING POTENTIALY HAZARDOUS FOOD. SERIOUS VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED.
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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. FOUND FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN: TABLE, COUNTERTOPS, EQUIPMENT, SINKS, AND EXTERIOR OF ALL SURFACES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES AT FAUCET UNDER SINK AT MAIN FLOOR.(VACUUM BREAKER MUST BE USED IF GARDEN HOSE IS TO BE ATTACHED)
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS/FLOOR DRAINS NOT CLEAN THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AREAS.
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Nov 19, 2010
Routine
3 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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. FOUND FRUIT FLY ACTIVITY AT PREMISES. OBSERVED ABOUT 20 ON WALLS BEHIND MAIN BAR/1ST FLOOR. OBSERVED ABOUT 20 ON WALLS BEHIND FRONT COUNTER AT STARBUCKS CAFE. SERIOUS VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. FOUND PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT DATED 4-28-10 REPORT # 112400. FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES AT ICE MACHINE AT STARBUCKS CAFE. SERIOUS VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT DISHWASHING AREAS AT STARBUCKS CAFE.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Blackstone Hotel — Blackstone Market/ Mercat last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Blackstone Hotel — Blackstone Market/ Mercat on file is from Jul 5, 2018. The public record contains 18 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Blackstone Hotel — Blackstone Market/ Mercat?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited 13 times, more than any other issue at Blackstone Hotel — Blackstone Market/ Mercat.
Has Blackstone Hotel — Blackstone Market/ Mercat's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Blackstone Hotel — Blackstone Market/ Mercat have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Blackstone Hotel — Blackstone Market/ Mercat 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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