Chicken Shack

11820 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60643

American

Last inspected: Oct 4, 2011

Score

Low Risk

Chicken Shack has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. Chicken Shack was last inspected on Oct 4, 2011. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Public records show no inspections at Chicken Shack since Oct 4, 2011, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting Chicken Shack on the weaker side. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 4, 2011

Routine

5 minor violations.

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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. INVERT CARRYOUT CONTAINERS AND UTENSILS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.

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. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, FREEZERS, SINKS, PREP TABLES, FRYERS, FRYER CABINETS, LIGHT SHIELDS, SHELVES.

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 NEED CLEANING UNDER FRYERS. REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN ALL AREAS.

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. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINK IN WOMEN WASHROOM. REOKACE MISSING AND DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON UTILITY SINK.

Sep 28, 2010

Routine

6 minor violations.

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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. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FRYERS, FRYER CABINETS, VENTILATION HOOD (GREASE BUILDUP)

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. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER FRYERS (SPILLS).

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. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS.

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. REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN VENTILATION HOOD.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: REPAIR DRAINPIPE UNDER SMALL 3-COMP SINK ALONG SOUTH WALL.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chicken Shack last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chicken Shack on file is from Oct 4, 2011. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chicken Shack?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Chicken Shack.

Has Chicken Shack's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chicken Shack have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chicken Shack 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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Score: 90 — Low Risk

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