Chicago Cut Steakhouse
Last inspected: Sep 27, 2023
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Score
Chicago Cut Steakhouse appears in inspection records 23 times, starting in 2010. The most recent visit was on Sep 27, 2023. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Chicago Cut Steakhouse dates to Sep 27, 2023.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around eight violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, showing up nine times.
That's lower than the typical Chicago restaurant, which scores around 81. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 27, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MOSCOW MULE DRINKS IS BEING SERVED IN COPPER MUGS (INTERIOR OF THE MUG IS COOPER LINED). COPPER AND COPPER ALLOYS SUCH AS BRASS MAY NOT BE USED IN CONTACT WITH A FOOD/DRINK PRODCUTS THAT HAS A PH BELOW 6 SUCH AS VINEGAR, FRUIT JUICE, OR WINE. MANAGER DISCARDED COPPER MUGS ON SITE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: HOT WATER RINSE AT HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IS LESS THAN 180F AND IS MEASURED AT 156.3F. FACILITY MUST REPAIR UNIT SO THAT HOT RINSE IS MAINTAINED BETWEEN 180-194F. ECO LAB ARRIVED ON SITE AND MADE AN ADJUSTMENT. MACHINE IS NOW READING 180F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025 CITATION ISSUED.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNAUTHRORIZED PERSON (NON-EMPLOYEE) WALK THROUGH MAIN KITCHEN SPACE. DISCUSSED WITH CHEF AND MANAGER THAT PERSONS UNNECESSARY TO THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT ARE NOT ALLOWED IN FOOD PREPARATION, FOOD STORAGE, OR WAREWASHING AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: THE DATE WHEN THE LAST SHELLSTOCK WAS SOLD IS NOT RECORDED ON ALL SHELLSTOCK TAGS THAT WERE PROVIDED ON SITE. THE FACILITY MUST RECORD THE DATE WHEN THE LAST SHELLSTOCK WAS SOLD. FACILITY MANAGER WENT THROUGH ALL INVOICE RECEIPTS IN HOUSE TO VERIFY WHEN LAST SHELLSTOCK ITEMS WERE SOLD PER TAG. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINER STORED INSIDE HANDSINK IN DISH AREA MAKING IT INACCESSIBLE FOR HANDWASHING. FACILITY MUST ENSURE HAND SINK IS ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. EMPLOYEE RELOCATED ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (c) CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: A SIGN OR POSTER THAT NOTIFIES FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS IS NOT PROVIDED AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES IN KITCHEN AND RESTROOM. PROVIDE A CLEARLY VISIBLE HANDWASHING SIGN AT EACH HAND SINK.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINES SLIGHTLY SOILED. FACILITY MUST CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: KNIVES STORED BETWEEN PREPLINE UNTIS NEAR DESSERT STATION. STORE IN-USE UTENSILS: 1) IN THE FOOD WITH THE HANDLE UP AND OUT OF THE FOOD ITEM; 2) STORED ON A CLEAN AND SANITIZED SIRFACE; 3) IN RUNNING WATER; 4) IN CONTAINER OF HOT WATER MAINTAINED AT OR ABOVE 135F.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: CLEAN DISHWARE STORED ON FLOOR IN THE UPSTAIRS STORAGE AREA. FACILITY MUST ENSURE THAT ALL ITEMS ARE PLACES 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: CLEAN DISHWARE STORED ON SHELVES HAVE NOT BEEN AIR DRIED PROPERLY AFTER SANITIZING. AFTER CLEANING AND SANITZING ALL EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS SHALL BE AIR DRIED BEFORE USE. CLOTH DRYING OF EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS IS NOT APPROVED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GAP BETWEEN SINK FIXTURES ADJACENT TO WALL. FACILITY MUST RE-SEAL/CAULK ALL SINK FIXTURES.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEE DRINKS/PERSONAL ITEMS FOUND ON PREP SURFACES AND DRY STORAGE FOOD AREAS. AREAS DESIGNATED FOR EMPLOYEES TO EAT, DRINK, AND USE TOBACCO SHALL BE LOCATED SO THAT FOOD, EQUIPMENT, LINENS, AND SINGLE-SERVICE AND SINGLE-USE ARTICLES ARE PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: CURRENT CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER DOES NOT HAVE A FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICAITON PRESENT ON SITE. ALL PENDING/CURRENT CITY CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN A VALID FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE.
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Nov 3, 2022
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD IN MEAT PREP ROOM COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONE TOILET IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE INSIDE FAMILY TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2 BURNT OUT LIGHTBULBS IN HOOD ABOVE COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Jun 21, 2021
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN CUTTING BLADE ON MOUNTED CAN OPENER IN PREP AREA, OBSERVED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD IN MEAT ROOM HEAVILY COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE CUTTING SURFACE
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACE OF THE 2-DOOR REACH IN FREEZER IN THE UPSTAIRS STORAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR THE LOOSE FAUCET ON THE HAND SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA, ALSO THE FAUCET ON THE 3-COMP SINK IS LEAKING. INSTRUCTED.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHTS IN KITCHEN HOOD, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST POST HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK IN SERVER/WAITER STATION, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING BUCKETS BETWEEN USES, TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Nov 3, 2020
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: LOOSE NECK FOR HAND SINK FAUCET AT BUTCHER'S ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: UTENSIL USE SUCH AS SPOONS AND SPATULAS STORED IN STAGNANT WATER AT COOK LINE, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP IN A SANITARY RUNNING WATER CONTAINER..
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: FACILITY USING NON-FOOD GRADE UTENSIL WITH ROUGH EDGES IN PORTIONING AT SALAD STATION, INSTRUCTED USE ONLY FOOD GRADE MATERIAL.
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Jun 10, 2020
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK INGREDIENT CONTAINERS THROUGHOUT REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA WITHOUT LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL INGREDIENTS WITH THE COMMON NAME.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BEVERAGE SERVICE STATION LOCATED ON PATIO NEAR LASALLE STREET ENTRANCE UNCOVERED. INSTRUCTED TO COVER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD IN MEAT ROOM HEAVILY COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE CUTTING SURFACES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A WALL MOUNTED POTATO SLICER IN REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA COVERED IN FOOD DEBRIS AND GRIME. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOOSE FAUCET AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASH SINK LOCATED IN MEAT ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF BLACK SLIME ON THE CAULK AROUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN, RE-CAULK, AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 29, 2019
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: DOUBLE DOOR COOLER AT MAIN PREP LINE NOT CLOSING TIGHTLY, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR FOOD SERVICE MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
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Jul 15, 2019
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: CLEAR LIQUID LARGE SQUEEZE BOTTLE NOT LABELED, INSTRUCTED TO LABEL.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: KEEPING KNIVES AND SPOONS IN-USE IN A SANITIZED WATER. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP IN A CLEAN DRY CONTAINER OR SURFACE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: DOUBLE DOOR COOLER AT MAIN PREP LINE NOT CLOSING TIGHTLY, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR FOOD SERVICE MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
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Jul 6, 2018
Reinspection
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO IMPLEMENT APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN PROPER DOCUMENTATION OF COMPLETED TRAINING ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-012(A), NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO POLICY IN PLACE FOR CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MUST PROVIDE POLICY AND MAINTAIN REQUIRED CLEAN UP MATERIALS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO REMINDER STATEMENT OR DISCLOSURE FOR MENU ITEMS THAT WILL BE SERVED RAW OR COOKED TO ORDER (STEAKS,OYSTERS, TUNA, ETC.). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON SITE WITH REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING REQUIREMENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH PA 100-0367. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MAJORITY OF FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON FILE TO BE EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST MAINTAIN CURRENT FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATION AND DOCUMENTATION OF COMPLETION ON SITE.
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Jul 5, 2018
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BAR DISH MACHINE NOT PROVIDING ADEQUATE CHLORINE SANITIZER DURING FINAL RINSE. TEST STRIPS SHOWED CONCENTRATION AT 0 PPM CHLORINE. MACHINE WAS IN USE AT TIME OF INSPECTION, WITH A RACK OF WASHED, WARM AND WET DISHES INSIDE. INSTRUCTED THAT DISH MACHINE MUST BE REPAIRED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE CHLORINE SANITIZER. INSTRUCTED TO USE ALTERNATE DISH MACHINE/3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE BARWARE UNTIL REPAIRED. THE UNIT WAS TAGGED DURING INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL THE CDPH HAS REINSPECTED THE MACHINE. PRIORITY VIOLATION: 7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON SITE WITH REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING REQUIREMENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH PA 100-0367. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO IMPLEMENT APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN PROPER DOCUMENTATION OF COMPLETED TRAINING ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-012(A), NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO POLICY IN PLACE FOR CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MUST PROVIDE POLICY AND MAINTAIN REQUIRED CLEAN UP MATERIALS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO REMINDER STATEMENT OR DISCLOSURE FOR MENU ITEMS THAT WILL BE SERVED RAW OR COOKED TO ORDER (STEAKS,OYSTERS, TUNA, ETC.). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MAJORITY OF FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON FILE TO BE EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST MAINTAIN CURRENT FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATION AND DOCUMENTATION OF COMPLETION ON SITE.
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Mar 2, 2018
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE TOP OF THE HOBART MIXING MACHINE COVERED IN DUCT TAPE. MUST NOT USE TAPE AS MEANS TO REPAIR FOOD EQUIPMENT. MUST MAINTAIN ALL FOOD EQUIPMENT SURFACES TO BE SMOOTH, NON-ABSORBENT AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LIGHT FIXTURES IN 2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE WITHOUT PROPER SHIELDS AND END CAPS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MOPS AND BROOMS STORED ON FLOOR IN MOP CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL MOPS AND BROOMS INVERTED, OR 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MULTIPLE EXPIRED FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES ON FILE. MUST REMOVE CERTIFICATES OF EMPLOYEES THAT ARE NO LONGER EMPLOYED AT THIS LOCATION AND RE-CERTIFY ANY STAFF THAT HAVE LAPSED. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST MEET MINIMUM FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF COMPLETION ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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May 17, 2017
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 FRUITS AND VEGETABLES STORED IN ROOM OFF OF KITCHEN WITH WALLS AND CEILING IN DISREPAIR. MUST RESTORE ALL WALLS TO A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION. OBSERVED CEILING TILE IN DISREPAIR. REPLACE CEILING TILE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LIGHT SHEILD MISSING ABOVE MAIN COOKING LINE. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHEILD. OBSERVED LIGHT SHEILDS NEEDED IN ROOM WITH VEGETABLE STORAGE OFF OF MAIN KITHCEN. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHEILD
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE WITH STOCK LIQUOR AND FOOD ITEMS ON FLOOR. STORE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON COUNTER. MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZER BUCKETS WHEN NOT IN USE.
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May 16, 2017
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REFRIGERATOR CONTAINING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD INCLUDING RAW FISH, LOBSTER AND CHICKEN AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 52.0F. REFRIGERATION UNIT WAS TAGGED. CRITCAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE INCLUDING 3 LBS OF GROUPER AT 52.3F VALUED AT $115,4LBS OF LOBSTER TAILS AT 54.0F VALUED AT $261, 6 LBS OF SALMON AT 50.3F VALUED AT $384, 2 LBS OF DOVER SOLE VALUED AT $120 AT 53.5F, 1/2 LB OF TUNA AT 52.3 AT $42, 10LBS OF CHICKEN VALUED $500 ST 53.7F, 16 LBS OF CHICKEN AT 53.8F VALUED AT $368, 8LBS OF RIBS AT 52.9F VALUED AT $200. ALL FOOD WAS VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A)
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FRUITS AND VEGETABLES STORED IN ROOM OFF OF KITCHEN WITH WALLS AND CEILING IN DISREPAIR. MUST RESTORE ALL WALLS TO A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION. OBSERVED CEILING TILE IN DISREPAIR. REPLACE CEILING TILE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LIGHT SHEILD MISSING ABOVE MAIN COOKING LINE. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHEILD. OBSERVED LIGHT SHEILDS NEEDED IN ROOM WITH VEGETABLE STORAGE OFF OF MAIN KITHCEN. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHEILD.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE WITH STOCK LIQUOR AND FOOD ITEMS ON FLOOR. STORE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON COUNTER. MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZER BUCKETS WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Jan 7, 2016
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: BAR GLASS MACHINE NOT MAINTAINED, 0 PPM CHLORINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER GLASS MACHINE MUST SANITIZE AT 100 PPM CHLORINE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP BEHIND MEAT PREP WALK IN COOLER FAN CONDENSER. MUST CLEAN BACK OF MEAT WALK IN COOLER CONDENSER AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEELING CUALK BEHIND DISHWASH 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND WALL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RECAULK BETWEEN 3-COMAPARTMENT AND WALL.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: 2ND FLOOR CHEMICAL ROOM FLOOR CLUTTERED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR OR REMOVE ITEMS, MUST BE ABLE TO CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT.
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Aug 21, 2015
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Source sound condition, no spoilage, foods properly labeled, shellfish tags in place
Inspector notes: FOUND ONE BOWL WITH RAW OYSTER WITHOUT TAG INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER FOR MEAT/SHELLFISH. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL SHELLFISH MUST HAVE A TAG ATTACHED TO THE CONTAINER DURING STORAGE/DISPLAY INSIDE THE COOLER. TAG MUST BE SAVED FOR THE NEXT 90 DAYS AFTER ALL SHELLFSIH HAS BEEN CONSUMED. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(B). MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID PRODUCT WORTH $144.00, TOTAL 4 LBS.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND FILET MIGNON AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE INSIDE THE PREP COOLER IN THE COOK LINE. TEMPERATURE OF FILET MIGNON AT 44.5F TO 46.0F. TOTAL 39 LBS. MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID PRODUCT TOTAL 39 LBS. WORTH $2,00.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: BROKEN AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN THE COOK LINE AND AROUND THE FLOOR DRAIN IN THE SAME AREA. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE FLOOR TILES. MUST PROVIDE REPLACE FLOOR DRAIN COVER BEHIND THE BAR .
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH BLACK MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 28, 2015
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: FOUND NO HAND SOAP ON THE EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND THE BAR. (ESTABLISHSMENT HAS BEEN OPEN FOR BUSINESS SINCE 7:00AM). INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL HAND WASHING FACILITIES MUST HAVE HAND SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL ALL THE TIMES. CITATION ISSUED CRITICAL 7-38-030. MANAGER/OWNER ASKED HIS EMPLOYEE TO PROVIDE HAND SOAP ON THE HAND SINK DURING INSPECTION.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: LABEL ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS ON THE 2ND FLOOR STORAGE SHELVES.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST RE CAULK ALONG THE SPLASH GUARD OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, AND THREE EXPOSED HAND SINKS IN THE DISHWASHING AREA AND PREP AND COOK LINE,(CAULK WORN OUT WITH BLACK MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE)AND MAINTAIN. MUST INSTALL OR PROVIDE LID FOR THE BIG ICE BIN IN THE BAR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN ONE OF THE LIGHT SHIELD OF THE LIGHT BULB ON THE HOOD IN THE COOK LINE(WITH GREASE BUILD-UP) AND MAINTAIN. WHEELS OF THE DEEP FRYER AND OTHER COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE ACCUMULATED. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN. GREASE ACCUMULATED ON THE PIPES INSIDE THE DEEP FRYER AND DOOR. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN. MUST CLEAN INSIDE BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE 2 DOOR REACH IN FREEZER ON THE 2ND FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DUST BUILD-UP ON THE HOOD ABOVE THE DISH MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOP BEHIND THE BAR MUST BE STORED ON A SEPARATE CONTAINER TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
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Jun 19, 2014
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: NOTED ASSORTED MULTI USE UTENSILS )PLATES,CUPS,BOWLS ETC)ON SHELVES AT THE PREP AREAS AND AT THE DISH WASHING ROOM NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL MULTI USE EQUIPMENT DURING STORAGE OR PROVIDE A PROTECTIVE COVER TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION AND CONTAMINATION.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED SLIGHT DISCOLORATION AT THE UPPER COMPARTMENT OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS ESPECIALLY AT THE KITCHEN, AT THE DISH WASHING AREA AND AT THE BAR WITH DIRT AND SLIM.
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Jun 18, 2014
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: NOTED TEMPERATURE OF WALK IN COOLER FOR DAIRY AND PRODUCE TO BE IMPROPER BETWEEN 50.2 AND 46.7F. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE COOLER UNTIL PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW IS ATTAINED.MANAGER IMMEDIATELY CALLED COMPANY FOR REPAIRS. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER TO BE IMPROPER:-EGGS 47.8F,PATTIES 65.3F,CORN BEEF HARSH 44.4F,PUREED PEA 47.2F,DIANE SAUCE 48.1F, COLE SLAW 48.3F, BLUE CHEESE 47.8F,TRUFFLE POTATOES 46.8F, STUFF TOMATOES 48.9F,CHEESE 47.2F,HALF AND HALF MILK 44.7F MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 352 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $1,215.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. INSTRUCTED TO MONITOR AND MAINTAIN. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NOTED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED(SOUPS,SALADS,CHICKEN,BEEF ETC). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES THAT FOOD IS PREPARED. CITATION ISSUED FOR SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-012
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: NOTED ASSORTED MULTI USE UTENSILS )PLATES,CUPS,BOWLS ETC)ON SHELVES AT THE PREP AREAS AND AT THE DISH WASHING ROOM NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL MULTI USE EQUIPMENT DURING STORAGE OR PROVIDE A PROTECTIVE COVER TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION AND CONTAMINATION.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED SLIGHT DISCOLORATION AT THE UPPER COMPARTMENT OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS ESPECIALLY AT THE KITCHEN, AT THE DISH WASHING AREA AND AT THE BAR WITH DIRT AND SLIM.
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74
Feb 19, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: NOTED ASSORTED MULTI USE UTENSILS )PLATES,CUPS,BOWLS ETC)ON SHELVES AT THE PREP AREAS AND AT THE DISH WASHING ROOM NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL MULTI USE EQUIPMENT DURING STORAGE OR PROVIDE A PROTECTIVE COVER TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION AND CONTAMINATION.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS ESPECIALLY AT THE FOOD PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND /OR REMOVE LINENS FROM THE FLOOR AT THE LINEN ROOM AND MAINTAIN.
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86
Jun 27, 2013
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: NOTED A FEW PREPARED FOOD ITEMS IN REACH IN FREEZER NOT LABELED. MUST PROPERLY LABEL FOOD ITEMS WITH NAME AND DATE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: NOTED WATER SPILLS IN PREP AREA AND UNDER & AROUND DISH WASHER. MUST KEEP FLOORS DRY AS POSSIBLE TO PREVENT PEST PROBLEMS.
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90
Sep 28, 2012
Suspected Food Poisoning
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: SMALL CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES MUST BE REPLACED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: ANY CRACKS OR GAPS BETWEEN THE BASEBOARD TILES & THE BAR COOLERS' LEDGES MUST BE SEALED, TO PREVENT DIRT OR DEBRIS FROM ACCUMULATING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A TOWEL BEING USED TO ELEVATE THE SMALL PIPES (UNDER THE DISHMACHINE), TO RUN TOWARDS THE DRAIN - MUST REMOVE & FIX.
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86
Jul 10, 2012
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED.
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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 REPLACED. ICE BIN LIDS AT BAR MUST BE PROVIDED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CONDENSERS OF SMALL COOLERS MUST BE FREE OF DUST. INTERIOR FLOOR OF BAR COOLER NEEDS CLEANING, DUE TO FOOD STAINS/SPILLS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN DISHROOM MUST BE KEPT DRY, TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE, & ANY STOCK/SUPPLIES/LINEN MUST BE ELEVATED OFF THE FLOOR.
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82
Jun 8, 2011
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE 1 DOOR STAND UP FREEZER NEAR THE EXPOSED HANDSINK AND THE 2 DOOR FREEZER IN THE LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM.
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95
Aug 27, 2010
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chicago Cut Steakhouse last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chicago Cut Steakhouse on file is from Sep 27, 2023. The public record contains 23 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chicago Cut Steakhouse?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Chicago Cut Steakhouse.
Has Chicago Cut Steakhouse's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Chicago Cut Steakhouse have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Chicago Cut Steakhouse means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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