Chicago's Best Sub — Best Sub
Last inspected: Oct 15, 2012
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Inspectors have visited Chicago's Best Sub — Best Sub six times, with records going back to 2010. On Oct 15, 2012, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. The most recent inspection at Chicago's Best Sub — Best Sub is from Oct 15, 2012, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code”, which has been cited two times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Chicago's Best Sub — Best Sub is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspection History
Oct 15, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Oct 3, 2012
Routine
5 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: Found inadequate pest control approxmately 10 rodent(mice)droppings found in the dry storage room and rear door leading to alley not insect/rodent proofed 1/4" mode of entry all accross the bottom of said door also pest control log book is incomplete missing updated IDPH license map locator indicating pest control services. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: Found the 3 compartment sink not maintained i.e. waste water not properly draining out,sink stoppers missing same sink.Must repair to good working condition as required.Serious violation 7-38-030.
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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 in need for detail cleaning and replace broken floor tiles.
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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,sanitize walls above the 3 compartment sink and replace water stained ceiling tiles throughout.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Must remove pieces of unused kitchen equipments due to potential pest harborage 2nd warning.
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Oct 4, 2011
Routine
6 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. MUST REMOVE ALL FOIL AND CARDBOARD FROM SURFACES, ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE
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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. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR CABINETS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT REAR KITCHEN AND STORAGE AREAS
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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 REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE REAR KITCHEN AREA
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR LEAKING TOILET AT BASE OF FLOOR IN BATHROOM
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREAS, AND REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT FROM PREMISES
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Jun 21, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jun 14, 2010
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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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.ADDITIONAL HAND SINK IS NEEDED IN BACK ROOM ALONG PREP TABLE SLICER,BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR MOP SINK NOT INSTALLED.
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Jun 3, 2010
License
4 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.INTERIOR TOPS TO CHEST FREEZERS ARE IN POOR REPAIR-MUST REPAIR/REPLACE.
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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.FLOORING BENEATH 3 COMP SINK NOT SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.END CAPS MISSING TO LIGHT FIXTURES IN REAR ROOM.
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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.ADDITIONAL HAND SINK IS NEEDED IN BACK ROOM ALONG PREP TABLE SLICER,BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR MOP SINK NOT INSTALLED.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chicago's Best Sub — Best Sub last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chicago's Best Sub — Best Sub on file is from Oct 15, 2012. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chicago's Best Sub — Best Sub?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Chicago's Best Sub — Best Sub.
Has Chicago's Best Sub — Best Sub's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chicago's Best Sub — Best Sub have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Chicago's Best Sub — Best Sub 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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