Bridgeport Family Restaurant

3500 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60609
American
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2020
90
Score
Low Risk

Bridgeport Family Restaurant has been inspected 27 times since 2010. Bridgeport Family Restaurant was last inspected on Feb 26, 2020. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. The most recent inspection at Bridgeport Family Restaurant is from Feb 26, 2020, and nothing newer appears in the public record.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” comes up most often, recorded 11 times in the inspection record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

27
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2020
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS LAYING ON PREP TABLES. MUST PROPERLY STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR AT HOT LINE IN PREP AREA OF FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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90
Sep 17, 2019
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 13, 2019
Reinspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE FOR VIOLATION #60 OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINING SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA AND THE DISH WASHING AREA WITH EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN
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86
Sep 4, 2019
Complaint
2 major violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 45 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE REAR UTILITY/FURNACE AREA(20) AND IN THE BASEMENT ON THE DRY STORAGE SHELVES(25). PREMISES SHALL BE MAINTAINED FREE OF RODENTS AND PESTS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(a)
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE FOR VIOLATION #51 OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINING SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AND OBSERVED UTILITY SINK AND COFFEE MAKER WITH NO BACK FLOW DEVICE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090
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82
May 13, 2019
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UTILITY SINK AND COFFEE MAKER WITH NO BACK FLOW DEVICE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINING SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
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90
Apr 10, 2019
Reinspection
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: Must provide hand washing sink, with hot/cold water with adequate city pressure, soap and paper towels, in front server area where pies and soups are dispensed. Must maintain same. A PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED IN THE TIME FRAME SPECIFIED ON THE INSPECTION REPORT SHALL BE CLASSIFIED AS A PRIORITY ITEM 7-42-090
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION 59
10
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE IN BACK UTILITY AREA WITH A PINK SLIMY SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN
16
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINING SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
51
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UTILITY SINK AND COFFEE MAKER WITH NO BACK FLOW DEVICE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
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74
Apr 3, 2019
Complaint
1 critical violation. 8 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: FOUND PORK SAUSAGE LINKS STORED ON TOP OF THE GRILL IN A PAN AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE(116F). EXCEPT DURING PREPARATION, COOKING OR COOLING, OR WHEN TIME IS USED AS PUBLIC HEALTH CONTROL, TEMPERATURE SHALL BE MAINTAINED AT 135F OR ABOVE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 4.5 POUNDS OF PORK SAUSAGE LINKS VALUED AT $15.00
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed TCS (time/temp control for safety) Foods without proper labels in coolers such as dressings in individual containers, cheesecake, and cooked meats Must label all TCS foods with common name, prep date and discard date. Must maintain same. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY discarded 15LBS VALUED AT $113
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: Observed raw/undercooked items, eggs, burgers, and steak not disclosed on menu. Instructed disclosure must be given to specific raw/undercooked items on menu which consumer advisory applies to. Priority foundation 7-38-005.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. FOOD TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES SHALL BE PROVIDED AND READILY ACCESSIBLE FOR USE IN ENSURING ATTAINMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF FOOD TEMPERATURES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE UTILITY ROOM, BASEMENT AND ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE ENTRANCE OF THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM. THE PREMISES SHALL BE MAINTAINED FREE OF RODENTS AND OTHER PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(a)
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: Observed no printed employee health policy on site. Must provide written employee health policy with signatures. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010
3
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE VIOLATION #10 Must provide hand washing sink, with hot/cold water with adequate city pressure, soap and paper towels, in front server area where pies and soups are dispensed. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE VIOLATION #58. Observed Chicago certified managers do not have proof of allergen training. Must provide for all Chicago food sanitation managers. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Observed no written diarrhea and vomit clean up procedure on site. Must provide printed clean up procedure for vomit and diarrheal events. Must provide kit or equipment. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
5
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION 60
10
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE IN BACK UTILITY AREA WITH A PINK SLIMY SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN
16
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UTILITY SINK AND COFFEE MAKER WITH NO BACK FLOW DEVICE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
51
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINING SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
51
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION 60
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Oct 1, 2018
Complaint
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14n Observed no printed employee health policy on site. Must provide written employee health policy with signatures. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 Observed no written diarrhea and vomit clean up procedure on site. Must provide printed clean up procedure for vomit and diarrheal events. Must provide kit or equipment. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
5
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 Observed raw/undercooked items (eggs) not disclosed on menu. Instructed disclosure must be given to specific raw/undercooked items on menu which consumer advisory applies to. Priority foundation 7-38-005.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3-501.17 Observed TCS (time/temp control for safety) Foods without proper labels in coolers, freezers, and bulk containers. Must label all TCS foods with common name, prep date and discard date. Must maintain same. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
23
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-202.12 Must provide hand washing sink, with hot/cold water with adequate city pressure, soap and paper towels, in front server area where pies and soups are dispensed. Must maintain same.
10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14 A sign or poster that notifies FOOD EMPLOYEES to wash their hands shall be provided at all HANDWASHING SINKS used by FOOD EMPLOYEES and shall be clearly visible to FOOD EMPLOYEES.
10
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-204.112 In a mechanically refrigerated or hot FOOD storage unit, the sensor of a TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE shall be located to measure the air temperature or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of a mechanically refrigerated unit and in the coolest part of a hot FOOD storage unit. Must provide and maintain same.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Observed Chicago certified managers do not have proof of allergen training. Must provide for all Chicago food sanitation managers.
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Aug 22, 2018
Routine
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14A Observed no printed employee health policy on site. Must provide written employee health policy with signatures. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012(a).
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 Observed no written diarrhea and vomit clean up procedure on site. Must provide printed clean up procedure for vomit and diarrheal events. Must provide kit or equipment. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
5
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3-501.17 Observed TCS (time/temp control for safety) Foods without proper labels in coolers, freezers, and bulk containers. Must label all TCS foods with common name, prep date and discard date. Must maintain same. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
23
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 Observed raw/undercooked items (eggs) not disclosed on menu. Instructed disclosure must be given to specific raw/undercooked items on menu which consumer advisory applies to. Priority foundation 7-38-005.
25
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: All bulk foods must be labeled with common name. Must maintain same.
37
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.14 Observed wiping cloths stored on counters throughout facility. Must properly store all wiping cloths in a sanitizer solution when not in use. Must maintain same.
41
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Observed Chicago certified managers do not have proof of allergen training. Must provide for all Chicago food sanitation managers.
58
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-202.12 Must provide hand washing sink, with hot/cold water with adequate city pressure, soap and paper towels, in front server area where pies and soups are dispensed. Must maintain same.
10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14 A sign or poster that notifies FOOD EMPLOYEES to wash their hands shall be provided at all HANDWASHING SINKS used by FOOD EMPLOYEES and shall be clearly visible to FOOD EMPLOYEES.
10
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-204.112 In a mechanically refrigerated or hot FOOD storage unit, the sensor of a TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE shall be located to measure the air temperature or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of a mechanically refrigerated unit and in the coolest part of a hot FOOD storage unit. Must provide and maintain same.
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50
Oct 23, 2017
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR BROKEN HANDEL ON 2-DOOR REACH IN COOLER ACROSS FROM OVEN IN PREP AREA. REPAIR BROKEN DOOR GASKET ON PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM FRYER IN PREP AREA. REMOVE RUST FROM STORAGE RACKS IN SAID PREP COOLER, AND FROM STORAGE RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER. REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS IN MAIN AND REAR PREP AREAS. DEFROST ALL DEEP FREEZERS IN BASEMENT AND ICE CREAM COOLER BEHIND FRONT COUNTER.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE ON MOP SINK IN FURNACE ROOM
38
Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE SOILED LINENS (RAGS)IN SANITIZER WATER WHILE NOT IN USE.
39
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTER FROM AREAS THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT. ELEVATE ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
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82
Oct 12, 2017
Routine
9 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: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 RODENT DROPPINGS ALONG WALL BASE IN FURNACE ROOM WHERE ICE MACHINE IS LOCATED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, CONTACT PEST CONTROL PROVIDER FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD CONTAINERS (PREP AREA)WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL PACKAGING.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR BROKEN HANDEL ON 2-DOOR REACH IN COOLER ACROSS FROM OVEN IN PREP AREA. REPAIR BROKEN DOOR GASKET ON PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM FRYER IN PREP AREA. REMOVE RUST FROM STORAGE RACKS IN SAID PREP COOLER, AND FROM STORAGE RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER. REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS IN MAIN AND REAR PREP AREAS. DEFROST ALL DEEP FREEZERS IN BASEMENT AND ICE CREAM COOLER BEHIND FRONT COUNTER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACE OF PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM FRYER, CLEAN INTERIOR HOSES AND PANELS IN ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN FURNACE ROOM, CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM LOWER SHELF UNDER GRILL, AND DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD FROM MOUNTED CAN OPENER AND DELI MEAT SLICER IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS IN MAIN PREP AREA, UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT, AND DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN BASEMENT. ALSO, REPAIR BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF 3-COMP SINK IN DISH ROOM.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE ACCUMULATION FROM HOOD AND FILTERS. ALSO, CLEAN EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION FROM CEILING VENTS IN THE MENS AND WOMENS TOILET ROOM.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE ON MOP SINK IN FURNACE ROOM.
38
Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE SOILED LINENS (RAGS)IN SANITIZER WATER WHILE NOT IN USE.
39
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM OUTSIDE OF REAR EXIT DOOR, AND REMOVE CLUTTER FROM AREAS THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT. ELEVATE ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
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64
Oct 13, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RAW WOOD SHELVING IN BASEMENT NEEDS TO BE SEALED OR PAINTED WOOD SHELVING IN KITCHEN ADJACENT TO GRILL WITH PAINTED SURFACE WORN AWAY NEEDS YO BE REPAINTD.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR BEHIND WALK IN COOLER IN BASEMENT NEEDS CLEANING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: SEWER CAPS NOT PROPERLY AFFIXED ON TOP OF SEWERS.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROPERLY AFFIX CAPS ON TOP OF SEWERS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOP NOT PROPERLY STORED.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO STORE INSIDE SLEVE.
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82
Sep 14, 2015
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS DIRTY IN THE PREP AREA AND DISHWASHING AREA. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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95
Aug 12, 2015
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED THE INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER DIRTY AND WITH STANDING WATER. MUST CLEAN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS DIRTY IN THE PREP AREA AND DISHWASHING AREA. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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90
Feb 9, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR SHEVLING OF THE PREP COOLER TO REMOVE DEBEIS, ALSO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT SIDES TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS OF THE KITCHEN TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NOTED A FEW FOOD HANDLER'S WITHOUT THEIR FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS.
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86
Sep 10, 2014
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR SLICER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR CEILING VENT IN THE LADIES RESTROOM NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALSO CLEAN THE CEILING LIGHT SHIELD OVER REAR PREP AREA.
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90
May 15, 2014
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND DIPPED ICE CREAM FRONT FREEZER NO RUNNING DIPPER WELL, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COLD RUNNING WATER PROPERLY CONNECTED TO DRAIN LINE.
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95
Apr 25, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR SLICER, AND SHAKE MACHINE NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND DIPPED ICE CREAM FRONT FREEZER NO RUNNING DIPPER WELL,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COLD RUNNING WATER PROPERLY CONNECTED TO DRAIN LINE.
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90
Aug 26, 2013
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Feb 14, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NEW CUTTING BOARD NEED AT REAR PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: ALL SIDE OF COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT TIMES
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD SPILLS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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86
Aug 4, 2011
Suspected Food Poisoning
1 minor violation.
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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. CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE PANEL NOT CLEAN.
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Aug 2, 2011
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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. CLEAN INTERIOR UPPER PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
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Jun 1, 2011
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST LABEL/DATE FOOD NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER (IE MEAT LOAF ETC) IN COOLERS.
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Mar 9, 2011
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. LABEL/DATE ALL PREP, COOKED FOODS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER IN COOLERS.
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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. MUST ELEVATE ALL STORAGE OFF FLOORS IN BASEMENT UNDER STAIRS AND IN 1ST FL STORAGE ROOM WHERE ICE MACHINE IS OFF FLOORS ON SHELVING OR PALLETS AT LEAST 6-INCHES.
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90
Jul 14, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 9, 2010
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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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. MUST REPAIR PREP REACH-IN COOLER IN FRONT GRILL AREA.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PAINT/SEAL ALL RAW WOOD STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT,REPLACE ALL WORN/DAMAGED REACH-IN (CHEST) FREEZER DOORS IN BASEMENT AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING TO WALK-IN COOLER THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR-REMOVE MILK CRATES. MUST REPLACE ALL WORN/RIPPED RUBBER GASKETS ON ALL REACH-IN COOLERS IN PREP AREAS, REPLACE/REPAINT STORAGE RACKS AND PREP TABLES THAT ARE RUSTY IN POOR REPAIR. MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD TO EXPOSED HAND SINK OR 3-COMP. SINK AND FIX DAMAGED CABINET DOOR UNDER COFFEE STATION
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENTS,REACH-IN COOLERS/FREEZERS, CAN OPENERS, STORAGE RACKS THROUGHOUT, COVERS UNDER REACH-IN COOLERS IN PREP AREAS. CABINET IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM, EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP AND PREP TABLES.TABLE LEGS-IF CLEANING DOESN'T SUFFICE MUST PAINT.
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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 DISH MACHINE AREA, ALL CEILING VENTS IN TOILET ROOMS AND AROUND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENTS. MUST REPAIR DAMAGED CEILING THROUGHOUT BASEMENT AND ON 1ST FL BY ICE MACHINE. MUST SCRAPE/REMOVE PEELING PAINT AND PAINT CEILING IN REAR BY ICE MACHINE AND REPLACE ALL WATER-STAINED CEILING TILES IN SAME AREA AND AS NEEDED. MUST SEAL ALL CRACKS/CREVICES, PIPES/CONDUITS THROUGHOUT. MUST FIX DAMAGED WALL IN BASEMENT CORRIDOR AND PROVIDE MISSING RUBBER WALLBASE THROUGHOUT AS NEEDED. MUST PROVIDE MISSING TILES TO WALL IN FRONT PREP AND AS NEEDED.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SHIELD TO THE LIGHT IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM AND CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA. VIOLATION ABATED.
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Apr 6, 2010
License
7 minor violations.
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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. MUST REPAIR PREP REACH-IN COOLER IN FRONT GRILL AREA.
2
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. MUST PAINT/SEAL ALL RAW WOOD STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT,REPLACE ALL WORN/DAMAGED REACH-IN (CHEST) FREEZER DOORS IN BASEMENT AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING TO WALK-IN COOLER THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR-REMOVE MILK CRATES. MUST REPLACE ALL WORN/RIPPED RUBBER GASKETS ON ALL REACH-IN COOLERS IN PREP AREAS, REPLACE/REPAINT STORAGE RACKS AND PREP TABLES THAT ARE RUSTY IN POOR REPAIR. MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD TO EXPOSED HAND SINK OR 3-COMP. SINK AND FIX DAMAGED CABINET DOOR UNDER COFFEE STATION.
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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. MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENTS,REACH-IN COOLERS/FREEZERS, CAN OPENERS, STORAGE RACKS THROUGHOUT, COVERS UNDER REACH-IN COOLERS IN PREP AREAS. CABINET IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM, EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP AND PREP TABLES.TABLE LEGS-IF CLEANING DOESN'T SUFFICE MUST PAINT.
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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. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS, UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENTS AND SINKS THROUGHOUT. MUST REPLACE ALL DAMAGED/MISSING FLOOR TILES IN PREP/DINING AREA.
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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. MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS IN DISH MACHINE AREA, ALL CEILING VENTS IN TOILET ROOMS AND AROUND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENTS. MUST REPAIR DAMAGED CEILING THROUGHOUT BASEMENT AND ON 1ST FL BY ICE MACHINE. MUST SCRAPE/REMOVE PEELING PAINT AND PAINT CEILING IN REAR BY ICE MACHINE AND REPLACE ALL WATER-STAINED CEILING TILES IN SAME AREA AND AS NEEDED. MUST SEAL ALL CRACKS/CREVICES, PIPES/CONDUITS THROUGHOUT. MUST FIX DAMAGED WALL IN BASEMENT CORRIDOR AND PROVIDE MISSING RUBBER WALLBASE THROUGHOUT AS NEEDED. MUST PROVIDE MISSING TILES TO WALL IN FRONT PREP AND AS NEEDED.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MUST PROVIDE A SHIELD TO THE LIGHT IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM AND CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A 3-COMP. SINK WITH HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER PER CITY CODE. MUST INSTALL A 3-COMP. SINK OR DISH MACHINE BIG ENOUGH TO WASH LARGEST UTENSIL OR REMOVE LARGE POTS. ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT MUST FIT UNDER VENTILATION HOOD
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bridgeport Family Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bridgeport Family Restaurant on file is from Feb 26, 2020. The public record contains 27 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bridgeport Family Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited 11 times, more than any other issue at Bridgeport Family Restaurant.

Has Bridgeport Family Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bridgeport Family Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bridgeport Family Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.