Choice Fish & Chicken
Last inspected: Oct 28, 2016
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Score
Across the available record, Choice Fish & Chicken has 15 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 28, 2016. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either. Note that Choice Fish & Chicken's inspection history hasn't been updated since Oct 28, 2016; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near seven violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” is the recurring theme, flagged 11 times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Choice Fish & Chicken trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Oct 28, 2016
Consultation
6 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON PREMISES OR CITY SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED. MUST PROVIDE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY LABEL BULK CONTAINERS AT REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN/SANITIZE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS OF MEAT JUICES AND FOOD SPLASHES/SPILLS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS AROUND DEEP FRYERS OF GREASE SPILLS, IN WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZER UNDER SHELVING AND AT REAR.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS. MUST PROVIDE
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP TO PREVENT HANDLE FROM CONTACTING ICE.
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Oct 24, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON PREMISES OR CITY SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED. MUST PROVIDE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY LABEL BULK CONTAINERS AT REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN/SANITIZE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS OF MEAT JUICES AND FOOD SPLASHES/SPILLS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS AROUND DEEP FRYERS OF GREASE SPILLS, IN WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZER UNDER SHELVING AND AT REAR.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS. MUST PROVIDE.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP TO PREVENT HANDLE FROM CONTACTING ICE.
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Nov 13, 2015
Reinspection
10 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT PLASTIC WEAR AND MULTIUSE UTENSILS PROPERLY.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMP SINK.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON WALK IN COOLER AND DAMAGED INTERIOR DOOR PANEL OF WALK IN FREEZER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM ALL COOLERS,GLASS ON PREMISES,SHELVING UNITS,ROLLING CARTS,FRYERS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,GRILL TABLE,WINDOW SILLS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE WATER FROM FLOORS THROUGHOUT ALONG WALL BASES AND KEEP DRY.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA,DISH WASHING AREA.MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILE IN WALK IN COOLER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE , FOOD & DUST DEBRI FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND LIGHT SHIELDS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALLS ,WALL BASES & WALL TRIM IN VESTIBULE,PREP AREA,REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK AND BACK FLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE PROBE AND REFRIGERATOR THERMOMETER
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE,ELEVATE,ORGANIZE MASSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER IN REAR PREP AREA AND FRONT STORAGE AREA.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 5, 2015
Routine
15 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: OBSERVED NO SOAP AND TOWELS AT FRONT PREP AREA HAND SINK AND NO SOAP AT REAR PREP AREA HAND SINK.MUST ALWAYS HAVE SOAP AND TOWELS AT HAND SINK AT ALL TIMES.SOAP AND TOWELS WHERE PROVIDE AT SINKS DURING INSPECTION.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE .OBSERVED TOP PANEL OF ICE MACHINE BROKEN AND PUSHED DOWN INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE AND NOTICE INTERIOR TOPSIDE HAS BLACK MOLD BUILD UP.MUST REPLACE LID AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE MACHINE.(SERIOUS 7-38-005A)
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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 APPX. 30 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND ,ON WALLS & CEILINGS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.ALSO EVIDENCE OF APPX. 50 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS IN LOWER CABINET OF FRYER,AT SERVICE COUNTER NEXT TO SAFE,IN HALLWAY OF TOILETROOM,IN FRONT STORAGE AREA IN BETWEEN CLUTTER.REAR DOOR AND SCREEN NOT TIGHT FITTING.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 11/5/15.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT PLASTIC WEAR AND MULTIUSE UTENSILS PROPERLY.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMP SINK.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON WALK IN COOLER AND DAMAGED INTERIOR DOOR PANEL OF WALK IN FREEZER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM ALL COOLERS,GLASS ON PREMISES,SHELVING UNITS,ROLLING CARTS,FRYERS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,GRILL TABLE,WINDOW SILLS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE WATER FROM FLOORS THROUGHOUT ALONG WALL BASES AND KEEP DRY.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA,DISH WASHING AREA.MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILE IN WALK IN COOLER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE , FOOD & DUST DEBRI FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND LIGHT SHIELDS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALLS ,WALL BASES & WALL TRIM IN VESTIBULE,PREP AREA,REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK AND BACK FLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE PROBE AND REFRIGERATOR THERMOMETER
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE,ELEVATE,ORGANIZE MASSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER IN REAR PREP AREA AND FRONT STORAGE AREA.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE PERSONAL BELONGING FROM ON TOP OF FOAM TRAYS AND FOOD PRODUCTS ON REAR SHELVING UNITS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ICE SCOOP FROM INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE AND STORE IN A CLEAN CONTAINER.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 26, 2014
Complaint
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: DUSTY CEILING LIGHT SHEILDS FRONT & REAR NEED TO CLEAN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ORGANIZE CLUTTER FRONT STORAGE.
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Jul 28, 2014
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE. OBSERVED FRONT 2 DOOR COOLER INTERIOR, AND REAR MICROWAVE NOT CLEAN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR NOT CLEAN UNDER FRONT COOKING EQUIPMENT,REAR STORAGE AND DISH AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REAR WALL BEHIND HOT HOLDING UNITS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.ALSO CLEAN THE DUSTY CEILING LIGHT SHIELDS FRONT, REAR. OBSERVED REAR STORAGE WALL IN POOR REPAIR, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE WATER HANDLE LOOSE,LEAKING, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MUCH CLUTTER IN FRONT STORAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE, AND REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED.
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Dec 27, 2013
Complaint
No violations found.
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Nov 22, 2013
Complaint
No violations found.
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Apr 24, 2013
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOLERS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER COOKLINE AND THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN WALL BEHIND HOT HOLDING UNIT,BEHIND COOK LINE AND THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR FAUCET AT THE MOP SINK. MUST REPAIR FAUCET AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE CLUTTER FROM UNUSED WASHROOM AND REAR STORAGE AREAS. MUST STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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Apr 8, 2013
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOLERS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER COOKLINE AND THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN WALL BEHIND HOT HOLDING UNIT,BEHIND COOK LINE AND THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR FAUCET AT THE MOP SINK. MUST REPAIR FAUCET AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE CLUTTER FROM UNUSED WASHROOM AND REAR STORAGE AREAS. MUST STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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Sep 24, 2012
Complaint
8 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL ALL BULK FOOD ITEM CONTAINERS. REMOVE ALL FOOD ITEMS FROM GROCERY BAGS AND STORE IN FOOD GRADE BAGS OR CONTAINERS
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL SOILED MULTI USE UTENSILS AND CONTAINERS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST RE-ATTACH REAR HAND SINK TO WALL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOLERS AND FRYERS,THE PREP TABLES,ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,SINKS,SHELVES AND CABINETS. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN THE HOODS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER THE COOK LINE,UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND ALONG WALLS. ALSO KEEP FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN WALLS UNDER AND BEHIND SINKS,COOLERS AND THE COOK LINE. MUST REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR THE HOT WATER FAUCET HANDLE AT THE WASHBOWL IN THE WASHROOM.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM REAR HALLWAYS AND FROM INTERIOR OF FRONT STORAGE CLOSET OUTSIDE OF PREP AREA ENTRY. STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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Sep 11, 2012
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL ALL BULK FOOD ITEM CONTAINERS. REMOVE ALL FOOD ITEMS FROM GROCERY BAGS AND STORE IN FOOD GRADE BAGS OR CONTAINERS
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL SOILED MULTI USE UTENSILS AND CONTAINERS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST RE-ATTACH REAR HAND SINK TO WALL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOLERS AND FRYERS,THE PREP TABLES,ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,SINKS,SHELVES AND CABINETS. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN THE HOODS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER THE COOK LINE,UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND ALONG WALLS. ALSO KEEP FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN WALLS UNDER AND BEHIND SINKS,COOLERS AND THE COOK LINE. MUST REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR THE HOT WATER FAUCET HANDLE AT THE WASHBOWL IN THE WASHROOM.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM REAR HALLWAYS AND FROM INTERIOR OF FRONT STORAGE CLOSET OUTSIDE OF PREP AREA ENTRY. STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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Sep 8, 2011
Complaint
5 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. REPLACE D;AMAGED GASKETS IN COOLER ACROSS FROM FRYERS IN MAIN PREP AREA AND THROUGHOUT PREMISES AS NEEDED. INSTALL SPLASH GUARD ON FRONT LINE HANDSINK.
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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. DETERMINE SOURCE OF WATER FOUND ON GROUND LEFT OF REAR DOOR. MAINTAIN DRY FLOOR. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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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. SEAL HOLES IN AND AROUND DOOR, OUTSIDE, COVERING ELECTRICAL BOXES AND SCATTERED THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. PROVIDE LOCKERS OR STORAGE AREA FOR ALL PERSONAL ITEMS SUCH AS SHOES, PURSES ETC, AWAY FROM FOOD PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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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. REMOVE SHOVELS, DEBRIS INN HOT WATER TANK ROOM, CLEAN AND STORE ALL ITEMS 6" OFF FLOORS.
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Jun 20, 2011
Routine
7 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: Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees. NOTED 2 HANDWASHING SINKS, 1 IN REAR PREP AND 1 IN FRONT PREP AREA WITH NO SOAP, SIGNS, PAPERTOWELS OR WASTE BASKETS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. MANAGER COMPLIED. CITATION #70478-10
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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. REPLACE D;AMAGED GASKETS IN COOLER ACROSS FROM FRYERS IN MAIN PREP AREA AND THROUGHOUT PREMISES AS NEEDED. INSTALL SPLASH GUARD ON FRONT LINE HANDSINK.
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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. DETERMINE SOURCE OF WATER FOUND ON GROUND LEFT OF REAR DOOR. MAINTAIN DRY FLOOR. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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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. SEAL HOLES IN AND AROUND DOOR, OUTSIDE, COVERING ELECTRICAL BOXES AND SCATTERED THROUGHOUT PREMISES. REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING 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. PROVIDE SHIELD FOR LIGHT IN REAR PREP AREA AND CLEAN ALL SHIELDS THROUGHOUT PREMISES AS NEEDED.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. PROVIDE LOCKERS OR STORAGE AREA FOR ALL PERSONAL ITEMS SUCH AS SHOES, PURSES ETC, AWAY FROM FOOD PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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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. REMOVE SHOVELS, DEBRIS INN HOT WATER TANK ROOM, CLEAN AND STORE ALL ITEMS 6" OFF FLOORS.
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Jul 12, 2010
Complaint
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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIORS OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND DUST, VENTS OVER FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE, INTERIOR SHELVES OF WALK-IN COOLER, PREP TABLES, ROLLING CART, EXTERIOR OF FRYERS, EXTERIOR OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS ETC.
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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 NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGHOUT STORE UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT. CLEAN IN PREP AREAS, STORAGE, WALK-IN UNIT AND WASHROOMS.
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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. REPLACE WATER STAINED OR DAMAGED CEILING TILE WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED (COOKING EQUIPMENT, STORAGE AREA, HALL LEADING TO OFFICE, PREP AREAS ETC). LOWER WALL IN OFFICE ALONG BASE OF WALL IS IN POOR REPAIR; REPAIR OR REPLACE WALL TILE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELDS NEEDED IN FRONT PREP AREA ABOVE PREP TABLE; MUST PROVIDE.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. INTERNAL THERMOMETERS NEEDED FOR ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS TO MONITOR TEMPS. MUST PROVIDE.
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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. Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY CLUTTER FROM ESTABLISHMENT IN REAR PREP AREA CORNERS AND PREP TABLES. ITEMS STORED ON TOP OF TABLES AND OTHER AREAS CAUSING CLUTTER TO PREMISES. STORE ALL CLOTHING ITEMS AND SHOES PROPERLY IN OFFICE OR AREA LEADING TO OFFICE WHERE THERE IS NO FOOD STORAGE.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Choice Fish & Chicken last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Choice Fish & Chicken on file is from Oct 28, 2016. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Choice Fish & Chicken?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited 11 times, more than any other issue at Choice Fish & Chicken.
Has Choice Fish & Chicken's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Choice Fish & Chicken have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Choice Fish & Chicken means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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