Budackis Drive-In Hot Dogs
Last inspected: Sep 17, 2019
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Score
Across the available record, Budackis Drive-In Hot Dogs has 12 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 17, 2019. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. The file hasn't been updated since Sep 17, 2019, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around eight violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “premises maintained free of litter” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.
Budackis Drive-In Hot Dogs' latest score is in line with the Chicago average of 81. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspection History
Sep 17, 2019
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD ON RIGHT SIDE (TO DISH WASHING SINK)NEW INSTALLED HAND WASHING SINK TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION DISHES FROM HAND WASHING
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE STAND-UP 1 DOOR COOLER AT FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED CLUTTER OF EQUIPMENT AND OTHER UNUSED ITEMS SHELVING IN REAR STORAGE ROOMS.MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NOTED EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS ON SHELVES AT FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DESIGNATED AREA FOR EMPLOYEES TO STORE THEIR BELONGINGS
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Sep 12, 2019
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THAT OUTSIDE TRASH CONTAINER LID HAS THREE HOLES SIZE 3-4 INCHES IN DIAMETER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DUMPSTER LID, TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B) CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED CARDBOARD BOXES USED TO LINE SHELVES AND ON FLOORS IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BOXES TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE THE REACH OVER CHEST FREEZER LOCATED IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AND/OR REPLACE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED CLUTTER OF EQUIPMENT AND OTHER UNUSED ITEMS SHELVING IN REAR STORAGE ROOMS.MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NOTED EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS ON SHELVES AT FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DESIGNATED AREA FOR EMPLOYEES TO STORE THEIR BELONGINGS
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD ON RIGHT SIDE (TO DISH WASHING SINK)NEW INSTALLED HAND WASHING SINK TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION DISHES FROM HAND WASHING
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THAT SOME FOOD STORAGE SHELVES IN FRONT AND REAR AREA TO BE MADE WITH UNPROTECTED PLYWOOD . MUST USE SMOOTH EASY CLEANABLE MATERIALS FOR FOOD STORAGE
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Jul 16, 2019
Routine
5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: FOUND NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010,NO CITATION ISSUED. -
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS).PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. -
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: ADDITIONAL HAND WASHING SINK IS NEEDED AT REAR FOOD PREP/DISH WASHING AREA MUST BE LOCATED TO ALLOW CONVENIENT USE BY FOOD EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO INSTALL HAND WASHING SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C),NO CITATION ISSUED. -
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS (CHICKEN ETC) NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. -
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDER COOKED AND LINK THOSE FOODS TO A REMINDER STATEMENT THAT STATES THAT EATING RAW OR UNDER COOKED FOODS CAN INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOOD BORNE ILLNESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. -
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE COOLERS AT FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN VISIBLE THERMOMETERS IN COOLERS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE STAND-UP 1 DOOR COOLER AT FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT ICE MAKER. MUST INSTALL SO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: NO WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE WASH ROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE WASH ROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NO MILK CRATES FOR STORING STOCK SUPPLIES.MUST PROVIDE PROPER RAISED SHELVING 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASIER CLEANING AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: GAS CONNECTED GYRO BROILER UNIT AT FRONT FOOD PREP MUST BE DIRECTLY UNDERNEATH THE EXHAUST HOOD AND MAINTAINED.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY FOR CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATES ON SITE. -
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Sep 28, 2017
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Sep 21, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE WASTE GREASE CONTAINER NOT MAINTAINED,EXCESSIVE GREASE ON TOP OF THE LID OF GREASE CONTAINER AND ON GROUND AROUND THE AREA.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WASTE GREASE CONTAINER AND SURROUNDING AREA IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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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 AND REPLACE DAMAGED WOODEN SHELVINGS AT REAR ABOVE THE CHEST FREEZERS,AND MAINTAIN TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE; FRYERS, BOTTOM PANELS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, STORAGE SHELVES AND EXTERIOR OF DRIED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS/BINS,FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD-UP ON EQUIPMENTS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES IN NEED FOR FURTHER CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: STOCK ITEMS,CLEANING EQUIPMENTS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED AT LEAST 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 29, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD AND SAUCES AND CONDIMENTS NOT FOUND IN THEIR ORIGINAL CONTAINERS MUST ALWAYS BE DATED AND LABELED. FOUND ABOVE FOOD ITEMS INSIDE THE 2-SLIDING DOOR COOLER.MUST PROVIDE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE MOST INTERIOR PANEL AT THE ICE MACHINE TO REMOVE SLIGHT BUILD-UP. AT ABOVE ICE MACHINE MUST ALSO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE TOP TRACK OF THE ICE MACHINE DOOR GASKET TO REMOVE BUILD-UP.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ALL CLEANING PRODUCTS STORED IN THE CLEANING SUPPLY AREA MUST ALWAYS BE PROPERLY LABELED. MUST PROVIDE.
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Jul 9, 2015
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CHIPPING RAW WOOD SHELVING NEEDS REPAINTED OR REPLACE, ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE, USING PAPER BAGS FOR FROZEN FOOD STORAGE, INSTRUCTED TO RESTRICT, AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE, CHESTER FREEZER DOOR IN POOR REPAIR, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TAPE AND PROPERLY REPAIR DOOR,
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR NOT MAINTAINED THROUGH-OUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR AND RESEAL (PAINT) FLOOR IN PREP AREAS TO HAVE NON-POROUS SURFACE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALL IN POOR REPAIR AND WITH DRIED FOOD BUILD-UP; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAIR WALLS THRU-OUT PREP AREAS.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES BELONGINGS NOT STORED IN ONE DESIGNATED AREA NICE AND NEATLY, RESTRICT STORING ON FOOD PRODUCT, MUST PROVIDE SPACE FOR EMPLOYEES BELONGINGS,
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FAUCET NOT MAINTAINED AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WASHER OR FAUCET TO PREVENT LEAK AT NECK OF SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER NOTED AT FRONT STORAGE AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING IN ILLINOIS CERTIFICATES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, MUST PROVIDE,
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Oct 21, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: GLASS DOOR ON 2 DOOR COOLER IN REAR CRACKED. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE COOLER DOOR.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR NOT MAINTAINED THROUGH-OUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR AND RESEAL (PAINT) FLOOR IN PREP AREAS TO HAVE NON-POROUS SURFACE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FAUCET NOT MAINTAINED AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WASHER OR FAUCET TO PREVENT LEAK AT NECK OF SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: SUPPLIES AND STOCK NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE SUPPLIES AND STOCK 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALL.
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Jan 22, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind heavy equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Light and ventilation covers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light not provided in dining room front storage room. Instructed to install bulb and/or light fixture.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet room door not self closing. Instructed to replace self closing device or keep door closed.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust fan in toilet room not working. Instructed to repair exhaust fan.
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Jun 10, 2013
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Source of cross contamination controlled i.e. cutting boards, food handlers, utensils, etc
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION. FOUND 60 LBS. OF COOKED CHICKEN STORED INSIDE THREE BOXES WITH NEWSPAPER LINING. BOXES WERE PREVIOUSLY USED TO STORED/DELIVERED RAW CHICKEN. INADEQUATE FOOD PROTECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, NOT TO REUSED BOXES, COOKED FOOD MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN/SANITIZE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-005(A).
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: PREP FOODS INSIDE STORAGE COOLERS AND DRIED FOOD STORAGE BINS/CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO DATE/LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD-UP ON EQUIPMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE; FRYERS, BOTTOM PANELS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, STORAGE SHELVES AND EXTERIOR OF DRIED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS/BINS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DEBRIS/FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS; MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS AT PREP AREAS AND REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALL IN POOR REPAIR AND WITH DRIED FOOD BUILD-UP; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAIR WALLS THRU-OUT PREP AREAS.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO THERMOMETERS;INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER NOTED AT REAR STORAGE AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Jul 18, 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. ONE OF THREE CHEST FREEZER WITH BROKEN LID, MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE, AND SEAL/REPAINT ALL WOOD SHELVES.
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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. THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN; MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE; COOLERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES, EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, AND STORAGE SHELVES THRU-OUT PREMISES. ALSO REMOVE NEWSPAPER COVERING FROM 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. MUST CLEAN FLOORS, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS.
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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 REPAIR CEILING ABOVE STEAM UNIT FRONT COOKING AREA; ALSO REPAIR WEST WALL NEAR 3PART SINK AT REAR PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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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. MUST REPAIR LEAKING PIPE UNDER 3PART SINK AND FAUCET FOR SAME SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER, MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE THRU-OUT PREMISES. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: CLEANING TOWELS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED.
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Sep 17, 2010
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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 BROKEN INTERIOR LID COVER FOR THE CHEST FREEZER, NEXT TO MOP SINK.
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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. PROVIDE LIGHT INSIDE THE 2 DOOR COOLER.LIGHT BULB BURNED.
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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. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Budackis Drive-In Hot Dogs last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Budackis Drive-In Hot Dogs on file is from Sep 17, 2019. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Budackis Drive-In Hot Dogs?
Across the inspection record, “premises maintained free of litter” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Budackis Drive-In Hot Dogs.
Has Budackis Drive-In Hot Dogs' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Budackis Drive-In Hot Dogs have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Budackis Drive-In Hot Dogs 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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