Blue Star Bistro & Wine Bar
Last inspected: May 2, 2014
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Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at Blue Star Bistro & Wine Bar, the earliest from 2010. The most recent report on file is from May 2, 2014. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Note that Blue Star Bistro & Wine Bar's inspection history hasn't been updated since May 2, 2014; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Premises maintained free of litter” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, this is about average. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspection History
May 2, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED START OF SLIGHT DIRT BUILDUP ON INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE. 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 DUST BUILDUP ON VENTS IN BOTH WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. FOUND EXPOSED BRICK WALLS IN BASEMENT WHERE FOOD IS STORED. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN KITCHEN, NEXT TO DISH MACHINE, WITH NO FUNCTIONING COLD WATER HANDLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: FOUND CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS STORED THROUGHOUT BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS, ORGANIZE REMAINING, AND STORE AT LEAST SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALL AND MAINTAIN. FOUND UNUSED PEPSI SODA GUNS AND ATTACHED LINES STILL CONNECTED. FACILITY STATED THAT THEY ARE AWAITING REMOVAL FROM THE COMPANY. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
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Oct 3, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase in behind equipment not clean. Instructed to detail clean daily.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Drainlines not provided at soda gun holders in bar area. Instructed to install drainline for excessive liquid waste. Cold water handle at exposed handsink not working. Instructed to repair and replace faucet/handle.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary articles stored in basement. Instructed to remove all unused articles and elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.
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Nov 27, 2012
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE,MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELDS ON LIGHTS IN KITCHEN AREAS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: DETAIL CLEAN,ORGANIZE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
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Nov 19, 2012
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED. TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION .MUST FAX LETTER TO THE CDPH 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL ATT:A.LOPEZ. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE OR VALID DOCUMENTATION ON PREMISES AT TIME OF INSPECTION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE,INVERT THE CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS IN KITCHEN TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NUST PROVIDE,MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELDS ON LIGHTS IN KITCHEN AREAS.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE,MAINTAIN THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN,ORGANIZE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
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May 14, 2012
Routine
No violations found.
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Sep 27, 2010
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
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Sep 15, 2010
Routine
5 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.REPLACE WORNED-OUT CUTTING BOARDS IN KITCHEN AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.FOUND WATER LEAKING AT BASE OF FAUCET 3 COMP SINK IN KITCHEN.
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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 THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
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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 HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.Wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizing solution.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Blue Star Bistro & Wine Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Blue Star Bistro & Wine Bar on file is from May 2, 2014. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Blue Star Bistro & Wine Bar?
Across the inspection record, “premises maintained free of litter” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Blue Star Bistro & Wine Bar.
Has Blue Star Bistro & Wine Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Blue Star Bistro & Wine Bar have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Blue Star Bistro & Wine Bar 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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