Burger King #12371
Last inspected: Sep 12, 2025
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Burger King #12371 has been inspected 30 times since 2010. The most recent visit was on Sep 12, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, showing up 14 times.
The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Burger King #12371 on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Sep 12, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS BEHIND THE ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 23, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT CUSTOMER ONLY HANDWASHING SINK. MUST PROVIDE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED Both the employee and customer entrance doors in the dining area have a 1/4 inch gap between them. MUST PROVIDE TIGHT FITTING DOORS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Dec 8, 2023
Complaint
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: 2-101.11 OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES WHILE TCS FOODS(EGGS, CHEESE AND PORK SAUSAGE) ARE PREPPED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER SHALL BE ON PREMISES AT TIMES WHEN TCS FOODS ARE PREPPED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN CUSTOMER WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN CUSTOMER WASHROOM AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 7, 2023
Reinspection
1 major violation.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED (SUCH AS EGGS, CHEESE). INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED/SERVED. INSTRUCTED MUST POST A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATION IN PLAIN VIEW OF CUSTOMERS AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Aug 2, 2023
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT EMPLOYEE BATHROOM HANDWASHING SINKS. TEMPERATURE OF WATER WAS 74.5F AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION AND ALSO NO RUNNING WATER AT THE HANDWASHING SINK ON THE RIGHT IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100F AT ALL HAND WASH SINKS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED (SUCH AS EGGS, CHEESE). INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED/SERVED. INSTRUCTED MUST POST A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATION IN PLAIN VIEW OF CUSTOMERS AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Jul 31, 2023
Complaint
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT EMPLOYEE BATHROOM HANDWASHING SINKS. TEMPERATURE OF WATER WAS 84.5F AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION AND ALSO NO RUNNING WATER AT THE HANDWASHING SINK ON THE RIGHT IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100F AT ALL HAND WASH SINKS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED (SUCH AS BEEF). INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED/SERVED. INSTRUCTED MUST POST A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATION IN PLAIN VIEW OF CUSTOMERS AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Mar 22, 2023
Reinspection
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED (SUCH AS CHICKEN). INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED/SERVED. INSTRUCTED MUST POST A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATION IN PLAIN VIEW OF CUSTOMERS AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSU
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS AROUND DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILT UP GREASE BEHIND FRYERS IN REAR PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTIAN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Mar 20, 2023
Complaint
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT CUSTOMERS BATHROOM HANDWASHING SINK DUE TO THE KNOT BROKEN. TEMPERATURE OF WATER WAS 78.5F AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100F AT ALL HAND WASH SINKS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED (SUCH AS CHICKEN). INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED/SERVED. INSTRUCTED MUST POST A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATION IN PLAIN VIEW OF CUSTOMERS AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOOD ITEM SOFT SERVE VANILLA MIX OUT OF THE BOX AND IN CONTAINER IN WALK IN COOLER WITHOUT LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE LABELS (NOT TO EXCEED 7 DAYS) ON ALL FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS AND MAINTAIN. MANAGER CORRECTED ON SITE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS AROUND DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILT UP GREASE BEHIND FRYERS IN REAR PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTIAN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Oct 28, 2021
Routine
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS (BURGERS, CHICKEN, TOMATO) ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS (BURGERS, CHICKEN, TOMATO) ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. SEE #2
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOOSE PIPE ABOVE WASH COMPARTMENT OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK CAUSING WATER TO RUN CONTINUOUSLY INTO THE SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILT UP GREASE BEHIND FRYERS IN REAR PREP AREA AND INSIDE CABINETS NEAR BROILER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTIAN.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BOXES OF FOOD AND NAPKINS STORED ON FLOOR IN DRY STORAGE/ WATER HEATER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD PRODUCTS AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR.
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Jul 11, 2019
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH THE DUMP SINK AT THE DRIVE THRU WINDOW. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED DEBRIS ON THE GROUND AROUND THE DUMPSTER INSIDE THE CORRAL. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING THROUGH ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Sep 13, 2018
Complaint
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-201.11 OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012(a) NO CITATION ISSUED
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO CLEANING PROGRAM ON SIT.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A CLEANING PROGRAM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATIONS ISSUED
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO ENROLL IN AN ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION CLASS. CORE
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Jan 22, 2018
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE COUNTER TOP, TABLES AND SHELVING IN THE PREP AREAS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DBEIS. ALSO CLEAN THE SHEVLING INSIDE ALL PREP COOLERS TO REMOVE SPILLS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS NEED DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE,SPILLS AND DEBRIS: WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER, AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND IN THE STORAGE AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE DINING AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 19, 2017
Complaint
4 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: NOTED PREMISES TEMPORARY (EXTERIOR/INTERIOR) WALL NOT RODENT PROOF AT THE BOTTOM AND SIDES OF STRUCTURAL, NOTED LARGE OPENINGS/GAPS POSSIBLE ENRTY POINTS FOR PESTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY SEAL TO PREVENT RODENTS AND OTHER PESTS ENTRY POINT. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUE #7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE COUNTER TOP, TABLES AND SHELVING IN THE PREP AREAS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DBEIS. ALSO CLEAN THE SHEVLING INSIDE ALL PREP COOLERS TO REMOVE SPILLS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS NEED DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE,SPILLS AND DEBRIS: WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER, AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND IN THE STORAGE AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE DINING AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 6, 2016
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS,HAMBURGER,CHICKEN,FISH ETC,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Jun 17, 2016
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS HAMBURGER ,EGGS,SAUSAGES,AND CHICKEN SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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May 5, 2016
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING PREVENTING LID CLOSURE,THIS IS A FOOD SOURCE FOR RODENTS AND OTHER PEST,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF CHEST COOLERS AT THE FRON PREP AREA
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Feb 23, 2015
License
1 minor violation.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES AT: 2 SODA MACHINES, COFFEE MACHINE, AND ICEEE MACHINE.
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Sep 29, 2014
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM PREP TABLES,WHEEL BASES,FRYERS,BROILER,COUNTER TOPS,BREAD CART,UNUSED MICROWAVE,CUP HOLDERS,SODA DISPENSER NOZZLES IN PREP AREA AND LOBBY.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR ALONG WALLBASES THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER AND FLOOR DRAINS.
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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 FROM HOOD AND FILTERS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT AND DUST BUILD UP ON ALL VENTILATION VENTS THROUGHOUT.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LOOSE LIGHT FIXTURE IN PREP AREA NEAR ENTRY DOOR TO PREP AREA.MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT IN WALK IN COOLER.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM VENTILATION VENTS IN PREP AREA.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BROKEN THERMOMETER IN MILK COOLER AT DRIVE THRU.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE SHOES FROM UNDERNEATH FOOD STORAGE SHELVES IN REAR AREA AND STORE PERSONAL BELONGS PROPERLY.
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Sep 12, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Sep 5, 2013
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: THE DOUBLE FRONT DOORS WEST ENTRY DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING OR RODENT PROOFED. ONE OF THE DOOR HAS BEEN KNOCKED OFF IT'S HINGES AND THE DOORS WON'T COME TOGETHER. SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN 7-38-020
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVER FLOWING WITH GARBAGE AND A RODENT JUMPED OUT OF IT. MUST HAVE DUMPSTERS COVERED SO THEY WILL BE RODENT PROOFED. SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN 7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING AREAS INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF THE DEEP FRYERS,SHELVINGS ABOVE THE PREP AREAS,BOTTOM INTERIOR COMPARTMENT OF THE HOT HOLDING PREP SERVICE AREAS,KNOZZLES AND DRIP TRAYS AT FOUNTAIN DRINK STATIONS AND THE EXTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE BY THE DRIVE THRU.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING INCLUDING THE FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREAS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: TWO EXPOSED HAND SINKS IN FRONT PREP AREA HAVE DRIPPING FAUCETTS MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE THE FAUCETS. THE HOT WATER HANDLE AT THE MOP/UTILITY SINK IN POOR REPAIR MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE IT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREAS NEAR THE ICE MACHINE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.ALL KEEP ITEMS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED 6" OFF FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING.
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May 21, 2013
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (HAMBURGERS 161F , CHICKEN 167.0F ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED DURING THIS INSPECTION. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING AREAS INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF THE DEEP FRYERS,SHELVINGS ABOVE THE PREP AREAS,BOTTOM INTERIOR COMPARTMENT OF THE HOT HOLDING PREP SERVICE AREAS,KNOZZLES AND DRIP TRAYS AT FOUNTAIN DRINK STATIONS ETC.
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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 REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING INCLUDING THE FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN VISIBLE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES FOR THE COFFEE STATIONS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN,ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREAS NEAR THE ICE MACHINE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.ALL KEP ITEMS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED 6" OFF FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING.
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May 9, 2013
License
9 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/RED 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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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: FOUND THE 2 SETS OF ENTRANCE DOORS TO THIS FOOD ESTABLISHMENT NOT INSECT/RODENT PROOFED 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY AT BOTTOMS & CENTERS OF SAID DOORS.ALSO,PREMISES HAS A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE BUT NO CURRENT PEST CONTROL SERVICE INSPECTION REPORT AND NO COPY IDPH LICENSE INSIDE THE LOG BOOK AT TIME OF INSPECTION.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING AND PROVIDE A COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WITH ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS INCLUDE A MAP LOCATOR TO IDENTIFY THE PEST CONTROL SERVICES PROVIDED FOR THIS FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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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 CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS,SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING AREAS INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF THE DEEP FRYERS,SHELVINGS ABOVE THE PREP AREAS,BOTTOM INTERIOR COMPARTMENT OF THE HOT HOLDING PREP SERVICE AREAS,KNOZZLES AND DRIP TRAYS AT FOUNTAIN DRINK STATIONS ETC.
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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 REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING INCLUDING THE FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING AND REMOVE WORNED OUT CAULK ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND 1 COMP SINK SAME AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN VISIBLE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES FOR THE COFFEE STATIONS AND REPAIR WATER LEAK AT BACKFLOW DEVICE AT ICE MACHINE AREA.FOUND THE MECHANICAL VENTILATION INSIDE THE TOILET ROOMS IS NOT WORKING.ALSO;REMOVE DUSTS ACCCUMULATIONS ON VENTILATION COVERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE,MAINTAIN VISIBLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL PREP REFRIGERATION UNITS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN,ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREAS NEAR THE ICE MACHINE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.ALL KEP ITEMS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED 6" OFF FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING.
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Jul 26, 2012
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WALK IN COOLER AT 46.4F WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD STORED INSIDE.MUST REPAIR & MAINTAIN AT 40 OR BELOW.AIR TEMPERATURE NOW IS 40.0F.MAY RESUME USAGE.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF FOODS STORED INSIDE OF ABOVE MENTIONED WALK IN COOLER READY TO EAT APPLE PIES 43.8F,COOKED PORK 43.9F,SOFT SERVE MILK BASE 42.8F.PRODUCT WAS DUMPED & DENATURED.APPX 50LBS. $135.
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Jul 23, 2012
Reinspection
13 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF COOKED BACON IN SEVERAL PLASTIC FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS ON LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLE WITH OUT DATES & TIMES ONLY HAS A STICKER FOR THE DAY AT 90.7F- 100.OF.NO HACCP PROCEDURE PROVIDED FOR HOLDING PRODUCT.MUST PROVIDE HACCP PROCEDURES FOR COOKED FOODS DATE & TIMES FOR DISCARDING.PRODUCT WAS DUMPED & DENATURED APPX. 3LBS.$184.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A).
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Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK & PREP AREA & TOILET ROOM HAND SINKS AT THIS TIME TOO WASH HANDS PROPERLY WHILE FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED & SERVED AT THIS TIME.MUST PROVIDE HOT & COLD RUNNING WATER AT ALL TIMES.(CRITICAL 7-38-030).
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUMP SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE OBSERVED A SHELVING UNIT STORED IN FRONT OF IT WITH CUPS,CASH BOX,ETC..MUST REMOVE & PROVIDE ACCESSIBILITY AT ALL TIMES.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1170341 7/6/12 #19 OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER NOT MAINTAINED.LIDS ON DUMPSTER STILL NOT TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.MUST REPAIR & MAINTAIN.(CRITICAL 7-42-090).
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED.SEE VIOLATION # 14.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK NEXT TO FRUIT PREP COOLER.MUST SEAL OPENING AT WALL OUTLET IN WOMEN'S.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN COOKING EQUIPMENT WHEELS WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP,ALL SHELVING UNITS,PREP FREEZERS,FILTERS,MICROWAVE,HOT HOLDING UNITS,PREP COOLER,EXTERIOR OF FOOD CONTAINERS,ICE DISPENSER AT SODA MACHINE,MOP SINK,OVEN,HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND ALSO UNDER AND AROUND GREASE RECYCLING TANK IN REAR AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT.MUST CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL ALL OPENING AROUND PIPES & WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS WHERE NEEDED.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING TILES AT BOOTH SEATS IN DINING AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SHATTER PROOF BULBS AT FRY STATIION.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR STRIPPED COLD FAUCET AT EXPOSED HANDSINK IN REAR PREP AREA.--------MUST FIX LOOSE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN REAR PREP AREA.MUST RECONNECT HAND SINK PLUMBING & MISSING FAUCET HANDLE AT SAME AT FRONT HAND SINK & MAINTAIN.MUST PROVIDE AIR CONDITIONING ON PREMISES TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE FLOW FOR REFRIGERATION TO WORK PROPERLY.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND IN BETWEEN STORAGE SHELVES.
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Jul 6, 2012
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EAST & WEST FRONT ENTRY / EXIT DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING IN CENTER OF DOORS TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.(SERIOUS 7-38-020).
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER LIDS NOT TIGHT FITTING, BROKEN,PUSHED IN & RECYCLABLE DUMPSTER LID NOT TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE TO BE TIGHT FITTING.(SERIOUS 7-38-020).
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED & VISIBLE TO VIEW TO ALL CUSTOMERS.MANAGER REMOVED FRAME FROM WALL AND SUMMARY REPORT WAS PLACED IN BETWEEN PAPERS IN FRAME.NOT VISIBLE TO VIEW.A NEW SUMMARY GIVEN & POSTED AT THIS TIME.MUST HAVE DISPLAYED & VISIBLE AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-42-010B).
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN COOKING EQUIPMENT WHEELS WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND ALSO UNDER AND AROUND GREASE RECYCLING TANK IN REAR AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR STRIPPED COLD FAUCET AT EXPOSED HANDSINK IN REAR PREP AREA.--------MUST FIX LOOSE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN REAR PREP AREA
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO EMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND IN BETWEEN STORAGE SHELVES.
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Nov 9, 2011
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN COOKING EQUIPMENT WHEELS WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND ALSO UNDER AND AROUND GREASE RECYCLING TANK IN REAR AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR STRIPPED COLD FAUCET AT EXPOSED HANDSINK IN REAR PREP AREA.--------MUST FIX LOOSE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO EMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND IN BETWEEN STORAGE SHELVES.
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Sep 12, 2011
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN COOKING EQUIPMENT WHEELS WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND ALSO UNDER AND AROUND GREASE RECYCLING TANK IN REAR AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR STRIPPED COLD FAUCET AT EXPOSED HANDSINK IN REAR PREP AREA.--------MUST FIX LOOSE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO EMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND IN BETWEEN STORAGE SHELVES.
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Aug 20, 2010
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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 CLEAN ALL REAR STORAGE SHELVES AND COUNTER TOPS AND BOTTOM THRU-OUT PREMISES VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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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 FLOOR THRU-OUT PREMISES, UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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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 CLEAN WALLS THRU-OUT PREMISES, REMOVE ALL STAINS VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Apr 9, 2010
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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 CLEAN ALL REAR STORAGE SHELVES AND COUNTER TOPS AND BOTTOM THRU-OUT PREMISES VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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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 FLOOR THRU-OUT PREMISES, UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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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 CLEAN WALLS THRU-OUT PREMISES, REMOVE ALL STAINS VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Feb 1, 2010
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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 CLEAN ALL REAR STORAGE SHELVES AND COUNTER TOPS AND BOTTOM THRU-OUT PREMISES
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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 FLOOR THRU-OUT PREMISES, UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT
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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 CLEAN WALLS THRU-OUT PREMISES, REMOVE ALL STAINS
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Burger King #12371 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Burger King #12371 on file is from Sep 12, 2025. The public record contains 30 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Burger King #12371?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited 14 times, more than any other issue at Burger King #12371.
Has Burger King #12371's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Burger King #12371 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Burger King #12371 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Burger King #12371 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Burger King #12371 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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