City Submarine
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2016
95
Score
Inspectors have visited City Submarine 14 times, with records going back to 2010. The most recent report on file is from Jan 14, 2016. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. Public records show no inspections at City Submarine since Jan 14, 2016, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.
“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing 11 times across the record.
City Submarine's latest score of 95 sits above the Chicago average of 81. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspection History
Jan 14, 2016
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE CABINET INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER IN DISHWASHING AREA,
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Jan 7, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: IMPROPER PEST CONTROL OBSERVED ON PREMISES. MICE DROPPINGS NOTED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: 20 INSIDE THE REAR MOTOR COMPARTMENT OF WHITE REACH-IN FREEZER IN DISH WASHING AREA, 5 SCATTERED ALONG THE BASE OF THE WALL IN SAME AREA, 3 ON TOP SHELF IN STORAGE CABINET UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT(GYRO MACHINE, TABLE TOP STEAM TABLE) IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA, 10 SCATTERED ON FLAT BOXES STORED ON TOP OF TABLES IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA, 15 SCATTERED ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS IN REAR STORAGE AREA, 10 SCATTERED ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS IN MIDDLE FOOD STORAGE AREA. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, SEAL UP ALL OPENINGS FOUND IN THE FLOORS, WALLS, AND CEILINGS, AND REQUEST VISIT FROM PEST CONTROL COMPANY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: CABINET INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER IN DISHWASHING AREA, GREASE BUILD-UP ON WALLS INSIDE STORAGE CABINET USED WHICH IS ALSO USED AS A PREP TABLE FOR COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIORS OF DEEP FREEZERS, GREASE BUILD-UP ON EXTERIORS(SIDES)OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOORS ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH, AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT(DROPPINGS, DIRT, DEBRIS, GREASE).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR AND PAINT CEILING IN DISH WASHING AREA(PREVIOUS LEAK). MUST PROPERLY SEAL ALL LOOSE BASE BOARDS, ALL HOLES AND OPENINGS IN WALLS(NO CARDBOARD), WALLS MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. ALL PANELING MUST BE PROPERLY ATTACHED TO WALLS WITH NO GAPS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA, AND CLEAN ALL DIRT, GREASE, AND DEBRIS FROM ALL LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT WHERE PRESENT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAK ON HOT WATER SIDE OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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Jul 20, 2015
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jul 13, 2015
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: DISHWASHING FACILITIES IMPROPERLY MAINTAINED. OBSERVED PLUMBER'S PUTTY AROUND THE DRAIN OF THE LEFT COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE PLUMBER'S PUTTY AND MAINTAIN THE SINK. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER AND THE VENTILATION FAN COVER IN THE WASHROOM.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL THE OPENINGS IN THE CEILING AND WALLS ESPECIALLY AROUND THE WASHROOM AND BACK DOOR AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: NO SEPARATION BETWEEN LVING/SLEEPING AREAS AND THE RESTAURANT. MUST REMOVE THE BED FROM THE REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE GYRO SPIT MUST BE STORED UNDERNEATH OF THE VENTILATION HOOD. MUST MOVE THE GYRO SPIT.
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Jul 2, 2015
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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 RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOORS OF THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA BEHIND THE CHEST FREEZER, AND FRONT FOOD PREP AREA ON THE COUNTERTOP AND CABINETS BELOW THE COUNTERTOP. ALSO, OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE FRONT AND REAR FOOD PREP AREA AND REAR STORAGE AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS AND REMOVE THE DROPPINGS. MUST MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE CHEST FREEZER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FLOORS IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS. CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS TO ELIMINATE PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE WALLS BEHIND AND AROUND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Apr 27, 2015
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FROZEN MEATS STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE FREEZERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE.
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Apr 20, 2015
Routine
12 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE OF THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER. OBSERVED STEAK TACO MEAT AT 43.1F, GROUND BEEF TACO MEAT AT 46.2F, GYRO SAUCE AT 50.5F, CHICKEN AT 44.0F, FISH AT 46.5F, PIZZA PUFFS AT 47.8F, AND HOT DOGS AT 45.3F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 40# OF FOOD WORTH $300. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS WERE OBSERVED AT EITHER OF THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINKS OR THE WASHROOM HANDWASHING SINK. MANAGEMENT PROVIDED SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AT MY REQUEST. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS MUST BE SUPPLIED AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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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 RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. APPROXIMATELY 50 MOUSE DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED ON THE FLOOR AND SHELVING UNIT IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA BEHIND THE WATER HEATER AND ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE CHEST FREEZERS. APPROXIMATELY 20 MOUSE DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED ON THE PALLET USED FOR CASES OF SOFT DRINKS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. ALSO, OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 DROPPINGS ON THE SHELVING UNIT BELOW THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND SHELVING UNDER THE FRONT COUNTER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WAS PRESENT WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PREMISES SERVES HAMBURGERS, SUB SANDWICHES AND HOT DOGS. THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ARRIVED AT 3:25PM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012A.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED METAL SCOOPS WITHOUT HANDLES USED TO SCOOP TACO MEAT FROM THE CONTAINERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE SCOOPS WITH HANDLES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS, PREP TABLE AND SHELVING BELOW THE GRILL, FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, SHELVING ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND WALL IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA, INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS INCLUDING WIRE SHELVING, INTERIOR OF FREEZERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. CLEAN THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREAS INCLUDING THE CUSTOMER WAITING AREA WITH CIGARETTE BUTTS ON THE FLOOR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREAS, ESPECIALLY NEXT TO THE DEEP FRYERS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NO LIGHT SHIELDS AND END CAPS PROVIDED FOR THE LIGHT FIXTURES IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL THE SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE FOR THE WASHROOM DOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INADEQUATE HOT AND COLD WATER PRESSURE PROVIDED AT THE WASHROOM HANDWASHING SINK. MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE WATER PRESSURE FOR PROPER HANDWASHING.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE.
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Oct 31, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING INSIDE REACH IN COOLER AND PREP COOLER. ALSO CLEAN INSIDE MOTOR HOUSING OF PREP COOLER TO REMOVE DUST AND DEBRIS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS NEED CLEANING BEHIND PREP COOLER TO REMOVE FOOD SPLATTER. NOTED THE CEILING IN POOR REPAIR (PEELING PAINT). MUST REMOVE AND REPAINT. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED A LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. MUST PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD ON EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA BETWEEN 3COMP SINK AND THE MOP SINK
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Nov 21, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE HOOD ,FRYERS AND CABINET UNDERNEATH, SHELVES INSIDE CABINET UNDER THE GRILL. DEFROST AND CLEAN THE TWO REACHIN FREEZER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT THICK WITH GREASE BUILDUP.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST SWEEP.REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN LOBBY. ALSO CLEAN LOWER WALLS AT WALLBASES WHERE NEEDED IN REAR PREP AREA BEHIND AND AROUND EQUIPMENT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: SOME UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN REAR STORAGE AREA; REMOVE TO AVOID CLUTTER.
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Aug 22, 2012
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN LOWER WALLS AT WALLBASES WHERE NEEDED IN REAR PREP AREA BEHIND AND AROUND EQUIPMENT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: SOME UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN REAR STORAGE AREA; REMOVE TO AVOID CLUTTER.
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Apr 6, 2012
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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/EXTERIOR OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED.
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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. CLEAN LOWER WALLS AT WALLBASES WHERE NEEDED IN REAR PREP AREA BEHIND AND AROUND EQUIPMENT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: SOME UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN REAR STORAGE AREA; REMOVE TO AVOID CLUTTER.
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Nov 30, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. MANAGER ON DUTY DOES NOT HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. HIS CERTIFICATE EXPIRED ON OCT. 17, 2011. MUST RECERTIFY.
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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/EXTERIOR OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED.
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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. PREVIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED. CLEAN LOWER WALLS AT WALLBASES WHERE NEEDEDIN REAR PREP AREA BEHIND AND AROUND EQUIPMENT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: SOME UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN REAR STORAGE AREA; REMOVE TO AVOID CLUTTER.
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Oct 4, 2010
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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. VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: ADJUST FRONT DOOR SWEEP.REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN LOBBY. VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. IN REAR PREP AREA VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Mar 17, 2010
Routine
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 DAMAGED SCOOP USED FOR FOOD.
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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.
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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.
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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.ADJUST FRONT DOOR SWEEP.REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN LOBBY.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was City Submarine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at City Submarine on file is from Jan 14, 2016. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at City Submarine?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited 11 times, more than any other issue at City Submarine.
Has City Submarine's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at City Submarine have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at City Submarine 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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