Blu Coral

1265 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60642

Seafood

Last inspected: Mar 31, 2010

Score

Low Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The most recent report on file is from Mar 31, 2010. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Public records show no inspections at Blu Coral since Mar 31, 2010, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around seven violations to closer to one violation per visit over the last few inspections.

Looking across the full record, “source sound condition” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Blu Coral's latest score of 95 sits above the Chicago average of 81. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 31, 2010

Reinspection

1 minor violation.

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Source sound condition, no spoilage, foods properly labeled, shellfish tags in place

Inspector notes: All food shall be from sources approved by health authorities and safe for human consumption.FOUND NO CERTIFIED LETTER FROM LAB FOR SUSHI RICE.MUST PROVIDE SAID LETTER,NOT APPROVED TO PREPARE SUSHI RICE AT THIS TIME.

Mar 23, 2010

Routine

7 minor violations.

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Source sound condition, no spoilage, foods properly labeled, shellfish tags in place

Inspector notes: All food shall be from sources approved by health authorities and safe for human consumption.FOUND 10 POUNDS OF SUSHI RICE ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION,FOUND NO CERTIFICATION APPROVAL FROM LAB ON PH OF SAID FOOD.PRODUCT DISCARDED TOTAL DOLLAR VALUE$5.00.

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.FOUND NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT ONE OF THE HANDSINKS BEHIND SUSHI FOOD PREP(SAID SINK PLACED ON HELD FOR INSPECTION)THEREFORE NORTHEND OF SUSHI BAR MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL IT IS REPAIRED TO GOOD WORKING CONDITION.MUST E-MAIL DELGADO_ALEJANDRO@CDPH.ORG FOR TAG REMOVAL.

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 EVIDENCE OF ROACHES IN KITCHEN,DISHROOM AREAS WE OBSERVED 2 LIVE ROACHES,REAR-EAST SIDE DOOR NOT RODENT-PROOFED.MUST DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,PEST CONTROL SERVICE NOW RECCOMENDED,RODENT-PROOF SAID DOOR.

* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers

Inspector notes: One copy of the Food Inspection Report Summary must be displayed and visible to all customers.INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT FROM MAY/09 IS MISSING NOT POSTED AS REQUIRED.

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.FLOOR DRAINS REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING.

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.WATER LEAKING AT BASE OF FAUCETS AT 2 COMP SINK IN KITCHEN,REMOVE PLASTIC TAPE LININGON PIPES BENEATH SAID SINK.

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.REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM PREMISES.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blu Coral last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blu Coral on file is from Mar 31, 2010. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Blu Coral?

Across the inspection record, “source sound condition” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Blu Coral.

Has Blu Coral's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Blu Coral have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Blu Coral 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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