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Chicago Whirly

1880 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
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Last inspected: Aug 19, 2014
86
Score
Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at Chicago Whirly stretching back to 2010. The most recent report on file is from Aug 19, 2014. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. The file hasn't been updated since Aug 19, 2014, so take the current picture with that in mind.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.

The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Chicago Whirly on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 19, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE SODA GUN NOZZLES BEHIND THE BAR.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR 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: DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS AND CEILING TILES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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Sep 13, 2013
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR PANELS OF ICE MACHINE IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPAIR OR REPLACE WATER DEMAGED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREAS. DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN CEILING TILES REMOVE DIRT AND DEBRIS.
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90
Oct 11, 2012
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SCRAPE AND REPAINT WALLS WHERE PAINT IS CHIPPED ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Oct 1, 2012
Routine
3 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON THE WALLS AND EQUIPMENT BEHIND THE BAR AREA. 16 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED ON THE WALLS AND EQUIPMENT BEHIND THE BAR. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS 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: DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE PREP AREA AND SCRAPE AND REPAINT WALLS WHERE PAINT IS CHIPPED ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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86
Sep 27, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. TORN RUBBER DOOR GASKET ON COOKS LINE COOLER. MUST REPLACE.
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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. BULK CHIP CONTAINER MUST CLEAN AND LABEL.
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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 THROUGHOUT BAR WITH EXCESSIVE DEBRIS, OLD FRUIT & BOTTLE CAPS ALONG BASEBOARDS. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN .
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MISSING HOT/COLD HANDLE ON MIDDLE WASHBOWL IN MENS WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE.
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Jan 28, 2010
Routine
2 minor violations.
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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. WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN LADIES WASHROOM MUST BE REPLACED. EXCESSIVE DUST ABOVE KITCHEN EXPOSED HAND SINK MUST CLEAN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST INSTALL NOZZLE ON KITCHEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK THAT REACHES ALL THREE COMPARTMENTS. SINK HAS SPRAY NOZZLE ONLY AT THIS TIME.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chicago Whirly last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chicago Whirly on file is from Aug 19, 2014. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chicago Whirly?

Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Chicago Whirly.

Has Chicago Whirly's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chicago Whirly have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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