Campbell's Caribbean Cuisine

1225 E 87Th St, Chicago, IL 60619
African
Last inspected: May 18, 2016
74
Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged 14 inspections at Campbell's Caribbean Cuisine, the earliest from 2010. The latest inspection on file is from May 18, 2016. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either. Public records show no inspections at Campbell's Caribbean Cuisine since May 18, 2016, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 14 violations to closer to six violations per visit over the last few inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code”, which has been cited 12 times.

That's lower than the typical Chicago restaurant, which scores around 81. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

14
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 18, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES, 29LBS OF OXTAILS AT 107.2F, 3 LBS OF MACARONI & CHEESE AT 97.3F, 7LBS OF CURRY CHICKEN AT 106.8F, 2LBS OF BROWN STEW AT 112.1F, 10LBS OF JERK CHICKEN AT 114.6F AND 4 LBS OF YAMS AT 96.4F ALL IN THE STEAM TABLE. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED APPROXIMATELY 55LBS OF FOOD VALUED AT APPROXIMATELY $350. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT FOOD AT 140.0F OR HIGHER. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
3
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON THE PREMISES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (CHICKEN, OX TAILS, YAMS, MACARONI & CHEESE, ETC) ARE BEING PREPARED/SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON THE PREMISES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED/SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
21
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF EQUIPMENT.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS. ALSO OBSERVED BASEBOARDS LOOSE/HANGING/MISSING IN THE WOMENS RESTROOM CORNER STALL, KITCHEN UNDER THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND INSIDE OF THE DRY STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS AND PROVIDE/MAINTAIN BASEBOARDS.
34
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET ARM LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNUSED ITEMS OR BETTER ORGANIZE THEM.
41
74
Nov 19, 2015
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP AND DIRT ON WALLS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN, DAMAGED WALL BASE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS; HALLWAY LEADING TO THE KITCHEN, WOMEN'S TOLIET ROOM, AND NEAR CASH REGISTER. CLEAN ALL CEILING AND WALL VENTS OF DUST. PEELING PAINT ON CEILING. MAINTAIN SAME.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE OR REPAIR MISSING LIGHTS IN REAR PREP AND STORAGE AREAS, AND MAINTAIN.
36
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. BEHIND CASH REGISTER, REAR STORAGE, CLOSET IN REAR STORAGE AREA, REAR GARAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN.
41
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET.
45
82
Nov 12, 2015
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPURATURES BEING STORED ON THE PREP TABLE. 10 LBS OF RAW CHICKEN, 60.1F VALUED AT $30, .5 LBS OF SLICED TOMATOES 55.5F, VALUED AT $1, AND 1 LBS OF FRIED CATFISH, 92.9F, VALUED AT $8. EMPLOYEE VOLUTARILLY DENATURED AND DISCARDED FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS COLD FOOD AT 40F AND BELOW, AND HOT AT 140F AND ABOVE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
3
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 40 RODENT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES; IN REAR GARAGE STORAGE AREA, FURNANCE ROOM AND ADJACENT STORAGE CLOSET IN SAME AREA, IN CORNERS IN CUSTOMER SEATING AREA. ALSO DROPPINGS FOUND IN REAR STORAGE AREA WITH EXCESSIVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, CONTACT PEST CONTROL PROVIDER FOR SERVICE. CLEAN, SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREA AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
18
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ONSITE DURING INSPECTION WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (CHICKEN, RICE, CABBAGE, ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
21
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1385928, DATED 2/5/15 NOT CORRECTED, VIOLATION #33, MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM EXTERIOR OF FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,DISH RACKS,UNUSED EQUIPMENT,STOVE,OVEN,FRYER,PIT,INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE,DRAWER,ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS. VIOLATION #34, MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF FOOD AND GREASE FROM FLOOR ALONG,UNDER,AROUND WALL BASES AND EQUIPMENT.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA. VIOLATION #45, FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
29
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #29.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #29.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP AND DIRT ON WALLS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN, DAMAGED WALL BASE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS; HALLWAY LEADING TO THE KITCHEN, WOMEN'S TOLIET ROOM, AND NEAR CASH REGISTER. CLEAN ALL CEILING AND WALL VENTS OF DUST. PEELING PAINT ON CEILING. MAINTAIN SAME.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE OR REPAIR MISSING LIGHTS IN REAR PREP AND STORAGE AREAS, AND MAINTAIN.
36
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. BEHIND CASH REGISTER, REAR STORAGE, CLOSET IN REAR STORAGE AREA, REAR GARAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 6, 2015
Reinspection
13 minor violations.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1385919 1/27/15 #18 NOT CORRECTED STILL FINDING EVIDENCE OF RODENT DROPPINGS IN SAME AREA AND FRONT AND REAR DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED.MANAGER WENT TO STORE TO PURCHASE DOOR SWEEPS AND EMPLOYEE IS REMOVING DROPPINGS DURING INSPECTION.DOOR SWEEPS ARE BEING INSTALLED AT THIS TIME.(CRITICAL 7-42-090)
14
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED SEE VIOLATION #14.
18
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL DESSERTS WITH PROPER INFO GIVEN.MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS.
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON SHELVING UNITS.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE SOILED CARDBOARD FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES,RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES AND GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMP SINK.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM EXTERIOR OF FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,DISH RACKS,UNUSED EQUIPMENT,STOVE,OVEN,FRYER,PIT,INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE,DRAWER,ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF FOOD AND GREASE FROM FLOOR ALONG,UNDER,AROUND WALL BASES AND EQUIPMENT.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA.MUST REPLACE MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVER NEAR 3- COMP SINK.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL BASES & TILES ,WALLS AND MISSING & STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREP AREA,REAR STORAGE,DINING AREA
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHTS IN PREP AREA AND DINING AREA
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY TOILET IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM LAST STALL,LEAKY FAUCETS AT BOTH 3- COMP SINKS,LEAKY PIPE AT HAND SINK IN PREP AREA.MUST PROVIDE A BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE,ORGANIZE MASSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER AND ARTICLES IN UNUSED WALK IN COOLER AND STORAGE CLOSETS.
41
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST STORE EMPLOYEES ITEMS PROPERLY AND NOT IN FOOD PREP AREA UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT.
42
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET .MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
45
52
Jan 29, 2015
Reinspection
14 minor violations.
View 14 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF NUMEROUS RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN REAR GARAGE STORAGE AREA IN BETWEEN MASSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER,IN FURNANCE ROOM AND ADJACENT STORAGE CLOSET IN SAME AREA,FRONT CLOSET IN DINING AREA.ALSO FRONT ,REAR,OVER HEAD GARAGE DOORS ARE NOT RODENT PROOFED AND LOCK ON REAR DOOR MISSING AND A TOWEL IS STUFFED IN LOCK OPENING.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS,RODENT PROOF DOORS AND REPLACE LOCK,CLUTTER FROM AREAS AND MAINTAIN.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/27/15.(SERIOUS 7-38-020).
18
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE FOOD IS BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS CHICKEN,RICE,CABBAGE,BEANS,ETC.MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-38-012).
21
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1387612 8/18/14 NOT CORRECTED #36-MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS IN REAR PREP AREA.#38-THE COLD WATER HANDLE MISSING AT THE EXPOSED HAND SINK MUST REPAIR AND MUST PROVIDE 3 STOPPERS AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA.#41-MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM THE REAR STORAGE AREA.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)
29
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL DESSERTS WITH PROPER INFO GIVEN.MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS.
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON SHELVING UNITS.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE SOILED CARDBOARD FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES,RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES AND GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMP SINK.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM EXTERIOR OF FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,DISH RACKS,UNUSED EQUIPMENT,STOVE,OVEN,FRYER,PIT,INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE,DRAWER,ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF FOOD AND GREASE FROM FLOOR ALONG,UNDER,AROUND WALL BASES AND EQUIPMENT.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA.MUST REPLACE MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVER NEAR 3- COMP SINK.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL BASES & TILES ,WALLS AND MISSING & STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREP AREA,REAR STORAGE,DINING AREA.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHTS IN PREP AREA AND DINING AREA.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY TOILET IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM LAST STALL,LEAKY FAUCETS AT BOTH 3- COMP SINKS,LEAKY PIPE AT HAND SINK IN PREP AREA.MUST PROVIDE A BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE,ORGANIZE MASSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER AND ARTICLES IN UNUSED WALK IN COOLER AND STORAGE CLOSETS.
41
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST STORE EMPLOYEES ITEMS PROPERLY AND NOT IN FOOD PREP AREA UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT.
42
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET .MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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50
Jan 27, 2015
Complaint
14 minor violations.
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Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND SINK IN PREP AREA NOT MAINTAINED.OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT HAND SINK WHEN WATER FAUCET HANDLE IS TURNED ON AND DRAIN PIPE IS LEAKING HEAVILY ON TO FLOOR WHEN COLD WATER IS TURNED ON.MUST PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER AND REPAIR PIPE AND MAINTAIN.(CRITICAL 7-38-030).
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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 EVIDENCE OF NUMEROUS RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN REAR GARAGE STORAGE AREA IN BETWEEN MASSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER,IN FURNANCE ROOM AND ADJACENT STORAGE CLOSET IN SAME AREA,FRONT CLOSET IN DINING AREA.ALSO FRONT ,REAR,OVER HEAD GARAGE DOORS ARE NOT RODENT PROOFED AND LOCK ON REAR DOOR MISSING AND A TOWEL IS STUFFED IN LOCK OPENING.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS,RODENT PROOF DOORS AND REPLACE LOCK,CLUTTER FROM AREAS AND MAINTAIN.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/27/15.(SERIOUS 7-38-020).
18
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1387612 8/18/14 NOT CORRECTED #36-MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS IN REAR PREP AREA.#38-THE COLD WATER HANDLE MISSING AT THE EXPOSED HAND SINK MUST REPAIR AND MUST PROVIDE 3 STOPPERS AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA.#41-MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM THE REAR STORAGE AREA.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)
29
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL DESSERTS WITH PROPER INFO GIVEN.MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS.
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON SHELVING UNITS.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE SOILED CARDBOARD FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES,RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES AND GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMP SINK.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM EXTERIOR OF FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,DISH RACKS,UNUSED EQUIPMENT,STOVE,OVEN,FRYER,PIT,INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE,DRAWER,ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF FOOD AND GREASE FROM FLOOR ALONG,UNDER,AROUND WALL BASES AND EQUIPMENT.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA.MUST REPLACE MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVER NEAR 3- COMP SINK.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL BASES & TILES ,WALLS AND MISSING & STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREP AREA,REAR STORAGE,DINING AREA.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHTS IN PREP AREA AND DINING AREA.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY TOILET IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM LAST STALL,LEAKY FAUCETS AT BOTH 3- COMP SINKS.MUST PROVIDE A BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE,ORGANIZE MASSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER AND ARTICLES IN UNUSED WALK IN COOLER AND STORAGE CLOSETS.
41
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: MUST STORE EMPLOYEES ITEMS PROPERLY AND NOT IN FOOD PREP AREA UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT.
42
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET .MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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50
Aug 18, 2014
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED (#18) REAR EXIT DOOR AND REAR OVERHEAD DOOR NOT CORRECTED FROM 07-14-2014 REPORT#1387556,CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS IN THE REAR PREP AREA
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE COLD WATER HANDLE MISSING AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK MUST REPAIR AND MUST PROVIDE 3 STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE SOME CLUTTER FROM THE REAR STORAGE AREA,TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
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Jul 14, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: THE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR PREP AREA,HAS BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE WHERE THE ICE IS BEING MADE,THE MANAGER IMMEDIATELY REMOVED ICE FROM MACHINE AND CLEANED AND SANITIZED UNIT,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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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 REAR EXIT DOOR IS NOT RODENT PROOF,HAS A 1/4 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF DOOR, AND THE REAR GARAGE/STORAGE ROOM OVERHEAD DOOR IS NOT RODENT PROOF HAS A 1/4 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF DOOR MUST REPAIR TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
18
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS IN THE REAR PREP AREA
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE COLD WATER HANDLE MISSING AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK MUST REPAIR AND MUST PROVIDE 3 STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE SOME CLUTTER FROM THE REAR STORAGE AREA,TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
41
78
Feb 15, 2013
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CONTINUE TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOORS THROUGHOUT EVERY ROOM ALONG ALL WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT(INCLUDING DISCONNECTED WALK-IN COOLER USED FOR STORAGE IN GARAGE STORAGE AREA).
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE ALL SMOKE STAINED CEILING TILES AND MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS AFFECTED BY THE FIRE.
35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILING/HEAT VENTS,WALLS AND CEILINGS OUTSIDE OF KITCHEN AREA CLEANER. EXIT DOORS REPAIRED.
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Feb 7, 2013
Complaint
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND 100LB OF PRE-PREPPED(7-6-13) SEASONED CHICKEN IN REACH-IN FREEZER WITH INTERNAL TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 48.1F - 52.8F. ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST BE STORED AND HELD AT 40 DEGREES OR BELOW /- 2 DEGREES. PRODUCT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED. CITATION ISSUED-CRITICAL 7-39-005(A).
3
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOTED 1/24/12 NOT CORRECTED:-33-CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS OF THE FOLLOWING: PREP TABLES & SHELVES THROUGHOUT , ALL CABINETS & DISCONNECTED COOLERS USED FOR STORAGE, EXTERIOR OF DISH MACHINE, ALL SINKS,AND ALL OTHER UNCLEAN SURFACES THROUGHOUT.-34-DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOORS THROUGHOUT EVERY ROOM ALONG ALL WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT(INCLUDING DISCONNECTED WALK-IN COOLER USED FOR STORAGE IN GARAGE STORAGE AREA).-35- SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS THROUGHOUT. SEAL ALL LOOSE WALL COVES(BASEBOARDS) THROUGHOUT. CLEAN ALL DUSTY CEILING/HEAT VENTS THROUGHOUT. CLEAN LL WALLS & CEILINGS THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED(OUTSIDE OF KITCHEN AREA). REPAIR BOTTOMS OF EXIT DOORS IN KITCHEN, IN SIDE STORAGE AREA(BY OFFICE),AND GARAGE DOOR(LEFT SIDE AS WELL AS RIGHT BOTTOM).-37-REPAIR EXHAUST FAN IN MEN'S WASHROOM-38-INSTALL MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN BAR B Q PIT. CITATION ISSUED FOR NON COMPLIANCE WITH EXISTING VIOLATIONS 7-42-090.
29
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: SEE #29
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: SEE #29
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEE #29
35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE ALL SMOKE STAINED CEILING TILES AND MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS AFFECTED BY THE FIRE.
35
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: SEE #29
37
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: SEE #29
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Jan 24, 2012
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR/REPLACE DOORS ON 2-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN KITCHEN AREA.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS OF THE FOLLOWING: ALL COOKING STOVES, ALL COOLERS,BAR B Q PITT, PREP TABLES &SHELVES THROUGHOUT , ALL CABINET & DISCONNECTED COOLERS USED FOR STORAGE, BOTH HOODS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT & PIT, EXTERIOR OF DISH MACHINE, ALL SINKS,AND ALL OTHER UNCLEAN SURFACES THROUGHOUT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOORS THROUGHOUT EVERY ROOM ALONG ALL WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT(INCLUDING DISCONNECTED WALK-IN COOLER USED FOR STORAGE IN GARAGE STORAGE AREA).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS THROUGHOUT. SEAL BALL LOOSE WALL COVES(BASEBOARDS) THROUGHOUT. PAINT OR REPLACE ALL SMOKE STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AREA. CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AREA. CLEAN ALL DUSTY CEILING/HEAT VENTS THROUGHOUT. CLEAN LL WALLS & CEILINGS THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED. REPAIR BOTTOMS OF EXIT DOORS IN KITCHEN, IN SIDE STORAGE AREA(BY OFFICE),AND GARAGE DOOR(LEFT SIDE AS WELL AS RIGHT BOTTOM).
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN DISHWASHING AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: REPAIR EXHAUST FAN IN MEN'S WASHROOM.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTALL MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN BAR B Q PIT.
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May 17, 2011
Tag Removal
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR AND SEAL SMALL OPENING ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR EXIT DOOR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE,PREP TABLES,COOLERS,COOKING EQUIPMENT,SINKS AND REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. MUST ALSO DETAIL CLEAN FRONT WINDOW SEAL IN DINING AREA AND CABINET UNDER WASHBOWLS IN WOMENS WASHROOM AND REMOVE DEBRIS AND DEAD INSECTS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN CARPET IN THE DINING AREA. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN PREP AREA UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT,SINKS,PREP TABLES AND BEHIND BARBEQUE PIT. MUST REMOVE ALL STANDING WATER UNDER DISH MACHINE,ICE MACHINE,SINKS AND THROUHOUT PREP AREA.
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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 UNDER DISH MACHINE,3 COMP SINK AND THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS AND REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS. MUST REMOVE DUST FROM CEILING PANELS OVER PREP AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ALL EXCESSIVE CLUTTER FROM ATTACHED STORAGE GARAGE AND REAR OFFICE TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. MUST BETTER ORGANIZE AND STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR. ALSO REMOVE ALL CLUTTER AND DEBRIS FROM OUTSIDE STORAGE AREA.
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Mar 10, 2011
Complaint
10 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 15LBS OF COOKED BROWN STEW CHICKEN AT 77 DEGREES F. MUST MAINTAIN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT 40 DEGREES F AD BELOW OR 140 DEGREES F AND ABOVE. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005A
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND HAND WASHING FACILITIES NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. FOUND EXPOSED HAND BOWL WITH NO COLD RUNNING WATER. MUST REPAIR AND PROVIDE COLD RUNNING WATER AT SINK. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. ALSO, NO VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AND NO VALID PROOF OF ENROLLMENT IN THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER RE-CERTIFICATION CLASS. MUST PROVIDE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR AND SEAL SMALL OPENING ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR EXIT DOOR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE,PREP TABLES,COOLERS,COOKING EQUIPMENT,SINKS AND REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. MUST ALSO DETAIL CLEAN FRONT WINDOW SEAL IN DINING AREA AND CABINET UNDER WASHBOWLS IN WOMENS WASHROOM AND REMOVE DEBRIS AND DEAD INSECTS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN CARPET IN THE DINING AREA. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN PREP AREA UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT,SINKS,PREP TABLES AND BEHIND BARBEQUE PIT. MUST REMOVE ALL STANDING WATER UNDER DISH MACHINE,ICE MACHINE,SINKS AND THROUHOUT PREP AREA.
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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 UNDER DISH MACHINE,3 COMP SINK AND THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS AND REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS. MUST REMOVE DUST FROM CEILING PANELS OVER PREP AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN ATTTACHED STORAGE GARAGE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A BACKFLOW DEVICE AT THE MOP SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ALL EXCESSIVE CLUTTER FROM ATTACHED STORAGE GARAGE AND REAR OFFICE TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. MUST BETTER ORGANIZE AND STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR. ALSO REMOVE ALL CLUTTER AND DEBRIS FROM OUTSIDE STORAGE AREA.
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May 18, 2010
Complaint
3 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.ALL REACH IN COOLERS UNDER THE COUNTER COOLERS, AND PREP TABLES NEED CLEANING.
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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.FLOORS THOUGHOUT NEED CLEANING
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.MUST REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS THOUGHOUT FOOD PREP AREA.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Campbell's Caribbean Cuisine last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Campbell's Caribbean Cuisine on file is from May 18, 2016. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Campbell's Caribbean Cuisine?

Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited 12 times, more than any other issue at Campbell's Caribbean Cuisine.

Has Campbell's Caribbean Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Campbell's Caribbean Cuisine have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 14 earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Campbell's Caribbean Cuisine means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.