Boston Blackies of Riverside
Last inspected: Jul 13, 2022
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Score
Boston Blackies of Riverside appears in inspection records 15 times, starting in 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on Jul 13, 2022. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record. The file hasn't been updated since Jul 13, 2022, so take the current picture with that in mind.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 10 violations each, up from closer to four violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “proper cooling methods used”, showing up seven times.
By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting Boston Blackies of Riverside on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
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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
Jul 13, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REACH IN COOLER AT AN IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 53F AT TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST DISCARD ALL TCS FOODS AND NOT USE REACH IN COOLER. COOLER MUST MAINTAIN A PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. REACH IN COOLER TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION BY THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND MAY NOT BE USED UNTIL THE REACH IN COOLER IS RE-INSPECTED BY CDPH AND MAINTAINING A PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE FOR 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: FOUND IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF RANCH 54F( 16 OZ AT $20) LOCATED IN FRONT SERVICE STATION REACH IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. MUST MAINTAIN A COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (TCS): COOKED CHICKEN, HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITHOUT DISCARD DATE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ANY READY-TO-EAT TCS FOODS HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BURGERS ON MENU, FOUND NO WRITTEN DISCLOSURE ON MENU SAID ITEM CAN BE ORDERED UNDER COOKED. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE FOOTNOTE, DISCLOSURE ( WRITTEN DISCLOSURE AND DISCLOSURE BY ASTERISK) AND REMINDER FOR MENU ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDER COOKED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.7-38-005
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE OR CLEANING MATERIALS TO CLEAN UP SAID INCIDENT ON SITE. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE PROCEDURES AND CLEANING MATERIALS (GLOVES, MASK, DISPOSABLE MOP, DISINFECTANT RATED FOR NOROVIRUS) FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW AND USE WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: FOUND GASKETS BROKEN ON PREP COOLER LOCATED ON HOT LINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINATIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER WITHOUT PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS.
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Nov 16, 2021
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING TCS FOODS ( BEEF, CHICKEN....) INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN, PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HANDS WASHING SIGNS IN EMPLOYEES/ CUTOMERS RESTROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A DISCLAIMER FOR ALL THE FOOD THAT COULD BE ORDERED NOT FULLY COOKED. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: TOILET ROOM DOOR PROPED OPEN , TOO CLOSE TO DISH WASHING AREA, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP SHUT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MISSING LIGHT SHIELD AT DISH ROOM CEILING LIGHT.
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Dec 3, 2019
Routine
4 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE OR REMINDER ON MENU FOR USE RAW AND UNDER COOKED FOODS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.. PRIORITY FOUNDATION-7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY ON SITE BUT NOT SIGNED BY ALL EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-7-38.010-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID PROCEDURE ALONG WITH REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR CLEAN-UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY TO EAT, TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (CHICKEN, SALSA, BEEF)NOT PROPERLY DATED , STORED LONGER THAN 24 HOURS IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DATE MARKING WITH DISPOSITION DATE FOR RTE FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD OVER 24 HOURS IN COLD HOLDING UNIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: ALL BULK AND WORKING FOOD INGREDIENT CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH CONTENTS NAME. MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: NOTED DIRTY WIPING CLOTHS ON PREP TABLES AT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL WASHCLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED USE SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS WITH OUT HANDLES FOR SCOOPING FOOD.MUST PROVIDE SCOOP WITH HANDLE FOR DRY FOOD:SUGAR,SALT ETC.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: OBSERVED USE OF UNWRAPPED STRAWS IN BAR AREA.SINGLE-SERVICE AND SINGLE-USE ARTICLES AND CLEANED AND SANITIZED UTENSILS SHALL BE HANDLED,DISPLAYED AND DISPENSED SO THAT CONTAMINATION OF FOOD AND LIP CONTACT SURFACES IS PREVENTED
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS FOOD STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN RUBBER GASKET ON DOOR TO REACH UNDER FOOD PREP LINE COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COOKING POT USED FOR CHILLY COOKING TO BE BIGGER THAN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK(OR DISH MACHINE) AND CANT BE SUBMERGED IN WASH WATER IN SINK.MUST PROVIDE CLEANING PROCEDURE FOR EACH SEPARATE PIECE OF FOOD-CONTACT EQUIPMENT WITH DESCRIPTION HOW TO BE CLEANED IN PLACE AND/OR .MUST HAVE AVAILABLE WRITTEN PROCEDURE ON SITE FOR APPROVAL OR SUBMIT THE PROCEDURES TO CDPH AT FOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG FOR APPROVAL
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THAT SEVERAL COOLING UNITS AND SPECIALLY REACH IN FREEZER HAVE SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF FOOD DEBRIS ON BOTTOM OF UNIT.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE WITH COVER FOR SANITARY NAPKINS IN EMPLOYEES UNISEX BATHROOM
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED THE FOLLOWING FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISE FOOD PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA ESPECIALLY ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT WITH DIRT, GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THAT SEVERAL LIGHTS IN DISH WASHING AREA AND REAR PREP AREA ARE NOT WORKING. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAINED
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS ON LIGHTS IN DISHWASHING AREA, MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PROPER LIGHT SHIELDS
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING EMPLOYEE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE WHEN RETURNING TO WORK FROM PUBLIC RESTROOM AND OBSERVED THAT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS ARE NOT PROPERLY MARKED . INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN SIGNAGE
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Apr 27, 2018
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS NEED REGROUTING AT DISHMACHINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. ALSO OBESERVED COVING IN POOR REPAIR,BROKEN AT EMPLOYEES WASHROOM NEAR DISHMACHINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CEILING INSIDE WALK IN COOLER NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/MAINTAIN. ALSO WALL INSIDE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DAMAGED,PEELING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MOP SINK INOPERABLE ( WATER LINE DISCONNECTED FOR REPAIRS) IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Sep 8, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUST ON THE SHELVES LOCATED IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND MINOR RUST ON THE CLEAN UTENSIL SHELVES LOCATED IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE RUST ON THE GREASE TRAP LOCATED UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS LOCATED IN THE INTERIOR OF ALL FRYERS AND ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE OF THE REFRIGERATOR LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DEBRIS ON THE KNIFE RACKS LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED ALL GUN HOLDERS WITH A ACCUMULATED BROWNISH DEBRIS LOCATED BEHIND THE BAR. OBSERVED A SLITE BORWNISH/PINKISH SUBSTANCE LOCATED IN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL SAID AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS UNDER THE STAIRS WITH ACCUMULATED DIRT AND DUST DEBRIS. OBSERVED FLOORS UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL SAID AREAS 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 MISSING CEILING TILES LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AND THE DISH WASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL MISSING CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST ON THE VENTS ABOVE THE PREP COOLER AND THE WALL IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, ALSO ACCUMULATED DUST ON THE VENT LOCATED IN THE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL SAID AREAS AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED WALL TILE IN POOR REPAIR LOCATED IN THE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MOP HEADS BEING STORED DOWNWARD IN MOP BUCKETS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL MOP HEADS UPRIGHT AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 14, 2016
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE BEING USED NOT SANITIZING AT FINAL RINSE PROPER CONCENTRATION OF CHOLORINE-0PPM USED FOR SANITIZING EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS. AT TIME OF INSPECTION.CONCENTRATION MUST BE AT LEAST 50 PPM.INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE DISH MACHINE.MUST USE 3- COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH,RINSE AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS-CDI.DISH MACHINE WILL BE TAGED HELD FOR INSPECTION.MUST CONTACT CDPH BEFOR USING MACHINE.CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-030. DISH MACHINE REPAIR PERSON ARRIVED DURING INSPECTION.DISH MACHINE WAS REPAIRED DURING INSPECTION AND NOW SANITIZING AT FINAL RINSE CONCENTRATION OF CHLORINE OF 100PPM.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: NO LABEL LARGE(DRY STORAGE) WHITE CONTAINERS UNDER PREP TABLE BY 1-COMP SINK.MUST INSTALL.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR NEED RE-GROUTING IN DISH MACHINE AREA THRU-OUT,IN FRONT OF ICE MACHINE.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FAUCETS MISSING AT DUMP SINKS BEHIND THE BAR.MUST REPLACE.ALSO PIPE LEAKING UNDER 1-DUMP SINK NEAR WINDOW.MUST REPAIR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTERED STORAGE AREA BEHIND WALK IN COOLER ON 2ND FL AND OFFICE ON 2ND FL NOT MAINTAINED.MUST REMOVE ANYTHING NOT USING.MUST PROPERLY ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE OFF FLOORS ON ADEQUATE SHELFING TO PREVENT A PEST HARBORAGE AREA.
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Nov 4, 2015
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED THORN RUBBER GASKET AT DOOR OF 3 DOOR FREEZER AT THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.....ALSO NOTED RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE THE FOOD WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND/OR REPLACE
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: NOTED HEAVY GREASE BUILT UP ALONG WALL BEHIND COOKING STOVE AT THE MAIN KITCHEN PREP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.....MUST ALSO CLEAN FLOORS INSIDE THE BEER WALK IN COOLER ON THE SECOND FLOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LEAKING FAUCET AT THE U-JOINT BOTTOM PIPING OF EXPOSED HAND WASH SINK AT THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
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Oct 27, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: NOTED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED WITH WATER BACKING UP WITH FOOD DEBRIS,DIRT AND GREASE INTO 2 OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS WHEN WATER IS FILLED AND RELEASED FROM 1 OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS.MANAGER IMMEDIATELY CALLED FOR BUILDING ENGINEER THAT ARRIVED ON SITE TO MAINTAIN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. CITATION ISSUED FOR SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-030
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED THORN RUBBER GASKET AT DOOR OF 3 DOOR FREEZER AT THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.....ALSO NOTED RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE THE FOOD WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND/OR REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED SLIGHT DISCOLORATION INSIDE THE UPPER COMPARTMENT OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: NOTED HEAVY GREASE BUILT UP ALONG WALL BEHIND COOKING STOVE AT THE MAIN KITCHEN PREP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.....MUST ALSO CLEAN FLOORS INSIDE THE BEER WALK IN COOLER ON THE SECOND FLOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LEAKING FAUCET AT THE U-JOINT BOTTOM PIPING OF EXPOSED HAND WASH SINK AT THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 8, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN COOKING EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREA OF FOOD SPILLS/DEBRIS, CLEAN/SANITIZE PREP TABLES/COUNTERS, MAINTAIN. CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM CABINETS OF DEEP FRYERS OF GREASE BULD-UP.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISES, WALK-IN COOLERS AND 2ND FLOOR. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPAIR HOLES IN WALL ON 2ND FLOOR AND WHERE NECESSARY. REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT PANELS AND CLEAN CEILIG TILES WHERE NECESSARY.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER ON 2ND FLOOR, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN AY ALL TIMES.
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Aug 16, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING ON 2nd FLOOR AND ON MAIN FLOOR AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE SPILLS,DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED A FEW HOLE AND OPENINGS INTO WALLS IN THE PREP AREA AND BATHROOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LEAK AT THE BASE OF HAND SINK AT THE BAR. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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86
Oct 10, 2012
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: COOLER DOOR GASKETS AT COOK'S LINE ARE RIPPED, MUST REPLACE. SOME COOLER DRAWER DOORS ARE NOT ALIGNED, MUST FIX.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MISSING BASEBOARD TILES IN EMPLOYEE BATHROOM (NORTH WALL), MUST FIX/REPLACE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEE BATHROOM VENT IS NOT WORKING, MUST FIX. LEAKS AT PIPE UNDER BAR DUMPSINK & AT LEVERS ON THE BOTTOM OF THE 3-COMP SINK IN DISHROOM MUST BE ADDRESSED.
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Oct 1, 2012
Routine
6 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: (7-38-020) NOTED SMALL/FRUIT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES: 12-ON WALLS AROUND A CONTAINER OF DIRTY LINENS BY REAR EXIT DOOR, AROUND 30-INSIDE A BUCKET BY THE WALK-IN BEER KEG COOLER (2ND FLOOR), 16-ON CEILING TILES BY THE ENTRANCE TO THE DISHROOM (FROM THE BAR). INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PESTS & CLEAN/SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: COOLER DOOR GASKETS AT COOK'S LINE ARE RIPPED, MUST REPLACE. SOME COOLER DRAWER DOORS ARE NOT ALIGNED, MUST FIX. ALUMINUM FOIL COVERS ON EQUIPMENT MUST BE REMOVED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR FLOOR & LEDGES OF SMALL COOLERS IN PREP AREAS, EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP, FAN GUARDS/CONDENSERS OF WALK-IN COOLER, & COOLER DOOR GASKETS NEED DETAILED CLEANING.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS THRU-OUT DISHROOM & KITCHEN MUST BE KEPT DRY & DRAINS KEPT CLEAN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS & CEILING AFFECTED BY PEST ACTIVITY MUST BE CLEANED/SANITIZED. MISSING BASEBOARD TILES IN EMPLOYEE BATHROOM MUST BE REPLACED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEE BATHROOM VENT NOT WORKING, MUST FIX. PIPE LEAKING UNDER BAR DUMP SINK (NORTH SECTION) & AT THE LEVERS ON THE BOTTOM OF THE 3-COMP SINK, MUST FIX. CONDENSATION WATER IN SMALL COOLERS ARE DRIPPING ONTO THE COOLER FLOORS, MUST ADDRESS.
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Oct 28, 2011
Complaint
7 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. NO ICE BIN COVERS AT BAR ALSO OBSERVED COOKLINE CUTTING BOARDS WITH PITS IN SURFACE. MUST PROVIDE COVERS FOR ICE BINS AND REPLACE DAMAGED CUTTING BOARDS.
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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 DEBRIS INSIDE REACH IN COOLERS, INTERIOR OF FRYERS WITH GREASE BUILD UP AND PREP AREA SHELVES WITH FOOD BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL UNCLEAN EQUIPMENT.
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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. OBSERVED FLOOR GROUT LOW/IN POOR REPAIR ALONG COOKLINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REGROUT DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT COOKLINE.
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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 AT PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL UNCLEAN WALLS.
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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. COLD WATER VALVES CLOSED AT BAR 1-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST TURN ON VALVE.
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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. THERMOMETERS BROKEN INSIDE COOLERS ALONG COOKLINE. MUST PROVIDE WORKING THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COOLERS.
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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. 2ND FLOOR STORAGE ROOM CLUTTERED. MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SHELVES AND ELEVATE ALL ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR OR REMOVE ITEMS.
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70
Feb 8, 2011
Task Force Liquor 1475
No violations found.
100
Jul 29, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
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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. No city certified manager on duty during this visit. Must have one at all times P.H.F. is handled/served.
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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. Cutting boards with deep/dark grooves; cooler drawer/door gaskets that's in poor repair in cook's line must be replaced.
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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. Following need cleaning: cabinets at coffee & wait staff station, exterior of grease trap, condensers of small coolers - due to food debris, dust or dirt.
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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. Missing/loose floor tiles in various areas of kitchen & dishroom must be replaced. All stock at 2nd floor must be elevated off the floor, for easy access to cleaning & pest monitoring.
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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. Must provide ice scoops at bar ice bins & store with handles up in ice or on a clean holder.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Boston Blackies of Riverside last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Boston Blackies of Riverside on file is from Jul 13, 2022. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Boston Blackies of Riverside?
Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Boston Blackies of Riverside.
Has Boston Blackies of Riverside's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Boston Blackies of Riverside have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Boston Blackies of Riverside means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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