Clutch Bar & Restaurant Chicago
Last inspected: May 17, 2022
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Score
Clutch Bar & Restaurant Chicago has been inspected 11 times since 2011. The most recent report on file is from May 17, 2022. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result. The most recent inspection at Clutch Bar & Restaurant Chicago is from May 17, 2022, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, showing up six times.
That's lower than the typical Chicago restaurant, which scores around 81. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
May 17, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO TEST STRIPS FOR CHECKING SANITIZING SOLUTION ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38.005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SUMMARY POSTED FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION. LEFT A NEW SUMMARY AND INSTRUCTED TO POST FOR PUBLIC VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-010 (B). CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BUNRED OUT LIGHT BULB UNDER VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CERTIFIED MANAGER WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES WHO HAVE CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIME.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SMALL OPENING AT THE REAR DOOR LEADING TO WASTE LOCATION. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL SMALL OPENING.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLIGHT LEAK AT WASH BOWL SINK IN SECOND FLOOR RESTROOM AND MISSING FAUCET AT DUMP SINK BEHIND BAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN DOWNSTAIRS FEMALE EMPLOYEE RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Aug 19, 2020
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF BLACK SLIME IN ALL 3 ICE MACHINES USED TO PRODUCE ICE NOT USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PUDDLE OF STANDING WATER APPROXIMATELY HALF INCH DEEP IN BASEMENT HALLWAY OUTSIDE EMPLOYEE LOCKER ROOM AND EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN PREMISES FREE OF STANDING WATER.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREASE AND GRIME ON FILTERS ABOVE MAIN COOK LINE IN REAR FIRST FLOOR KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGY TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORD THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Dec 6, 2019
Complaint
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO FOOD SERVICE MANGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR THIS FACILITY, NO CERTIFICATE POSTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PERSON IN CHARGE IS NOT A CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: FOOD THAT IS COOKED TO ORDER IS NOT REFERENCED TO THE FOOT NOTE AT BOTTOM OF MENU. INSTRUCTED TO ADD AN ASTERISK TO LISTED FOOD ITEMS ON MENU THAT CAN BE COOKED TO ORDER.
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Jul 25, 2016
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: BULK FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN STORAGE ROOM. MUST LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REACH IN COOLER #1 DOOR RUBBER GASKETS RIPPED ALSO PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER DOOR HANDLE MISSING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST BUILD UP ON PREP COOLERS CONDENSERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT/FOOD BUILD UP INSIDE FLOOR DRAINS. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ALL FLOOR DRAINS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREP AREA/DISHWASH AREA CEILING TILES PAPER PEELING ALSO OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTERS ON CEILING TILES AT SAME. MUST CLEAN CEILING TILES AND REPLACE DAMAGED/PAPER PEELING CEILING TILES.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST/FOOD DEBRIS ON CEILING LIGHT COVERS AT PREP AND DISHWASH AREA. MUST CLEAN LIGHT COVERS.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: REAR BAR REACH IN COOLER AND 1-DOOR REACH IN PREP COOLER (BY 2-COMPARTMENT SINK) MISSING THERMOMETERS. MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COOLERS.
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Jun 22, 2015
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND THE ICE BIN BEHIND THE TWO BAR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: CRACKED SOLID LIGHT SHIELD ON THE COOK LINE. MUST REPLACE. MISSING LIGHT SHIELD ON THE LIGHT FIXTURE INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: MUST SHOW PROOF OF IDPH'S FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE NEXT ROUTINE INSPECTION.
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Jun 15, 2015
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: EXIT DOOR AND FRONT EXIT DOOR WITH OVER 1/2 AN INCH GAP ON THE MIDDLE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR AND RIGHT BOTTOM CORNER OF THE DOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT/INSECTS PROOFED THE DOORS.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE DUMPSTER TWO LIDS BROKEN, NOT RODENT PROOFED. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE; SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030 LIDS.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT # 1312702 DATED 12/5/14 #35-NOTED HOLE ON WALL AT REAR BY THE UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE LIDS FOR THE ICE BINS BEHIND THE FIRST FLOOR BAR AND SECOND FLOOR BARS. INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND THE ICE BIN BEHIND THE TWO BAR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN IN DETAIL THE LIGHT SHIELD OF THE LIGHT BULBS(WITH GREASE BUILD-UP) ON THE HOOD IN THE COOK LINE AND MAINTAIN. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE AND MAINTAIN. EXTERIOR SIDES OF THE STOVE IN THE COOK LINE WITH GREASE ACCUMULATED. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: CRACKED SOLID LIGHT SHIELD ON THE COOK LINE. MUST REPLACE. MISSING LIGHT SHIELD ON THE LIGHT FIXTURE INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED ON A SEPARATE CONTAINER TO PREVENT POSSBILE CONTAMINATION. WASH CLOTH USED FOR WIPING THE PREP TABLE, DINING TABLES, PREP COOLER,ETC MUST BE STORES ON A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: MUST SHOW PROOF OF IDPH'S FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE NEXT ROUTINE INSPECTION.
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Dec 5, 2014
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: NOTED MULTI USE UTENSILS (PLATES,BOWLS,CUPS ETC) ON SHELVING AT THE PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL UTENSILS DURING STORAGE OR PROVIDE A PROTECTIVE COVER TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION AND CONTAMINATION.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY BEHIND THE COOKING STOVE AND AT THE BAR ON SECOND FLOOR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED HOLE ON WALL AT REAR BY THE UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
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Jun 9, 2014
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: NOTED TEMPERATURE OF SERVICE COOLER AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA TO BE IMPROPER AT 56.7F. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE EQUIPMENT UNTIL PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW IS ATTAINED. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY CALLED FOR MAINTENANCE. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS AT THE SERVICE COOLER AND INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER TO BE IMPROPER:- CUT TOMATOES 54.1F,CHEESE 49.9F, SHRIMP 53.8F, GUACAMOLE 55.1F, SALSA 52.3F, CUT PINEAPPLE 56.8F, FISH 55.9F, BEEF 50.8F, CHICKEN 49.9F, RICE 47.2F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 48 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $117.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: NOTED A PINKISH AND BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE INSIDE THE UPPER COMPARTMENT OF THE ICE MACHINE DRIPPING ON TO THE ICE. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE ICE MACHINE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS PROPERLY CLEANED AND SANITIZED.MANAGER IMMEDIATELY CALLED COMPANY FOR MAINTENANCE. CITATION ISSUED FOR SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED THORN RUBBER GASKET AT DOOR OF SERVICE COOLER BY THE COOKING STOVE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SODA GUN HOLDERS AT THE BAR AND INSIDE SERVICE COOLERS AT THE KITCHEN WITH BROWNISH DISCOLORATION,DIRT AND OLD FOOD DEBRIS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND UNDERNEATH UPRIGHT COOLER BY THE BEER WALK IN COOLER AND UNDERNEATH THE DISH WASHER AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LEAKAGE AT THE FAUCETS OF THE 2 COMPARTMENT SINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. ALSO NOTED LEAKAGE AT THE PIPPING UNDERNEATH THE 2 COMPARTMENT SINK., INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 9, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 5, 2013
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: INADEQUATE FOOD PROTECTION, FOUND ABOUT 30 LBS OF REFRIED BEANS STORED IN 2 LARGE PLASTICE CONTAINER AT 70.3F, 15 LBS OF COOKED CHICKEN AT 49.6F, FOOD ITEMS STORED IN WALK-IN COOLER A DAY BEFORE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE SUCH FOOD ITEMS AT 40F OR LOWER, ITEMS DISCARDED VALUED AT $65.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: LOW TEMP DISH WASHING MACHINE WITH NO TRACES OF SANITIZER, MACHINE BEING USED DURING INSPECTION, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SANITIZER CONCENTRATION. MACHINE IS TAGGED NOT ALLOWED TO USE, MUST CONTACT CDPH WHEN REPAIERD.
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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: INADEQUATE PEST CONTROL. FOUND OER 40 FRUIT FLIES IN KITCHEN AND BAR AREAS, INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINAT INSECTS ACTIVITY IN ALL AFFECTED AREAS, PEST CONTROL SERVICE RECOMMENDED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MISSING COVERS FOR BAR ICE BINS, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: SHELVES NOT CLEAN THROUGH OUT KITCHEN, FOOD DEBRIS AND TRASH NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT BAR AND BEHIND COOK LINE, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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May 20, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 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. DETAIL CLEAN THE ICE BINS AND STAINLESS STEEL STORAGE BINS AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS BEHIND THE BAR.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER THE 2ND FLOOR BAR AREA.
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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 A COVER FOR THE VENTILATION FAN IN THE WOMEN'S RESTROOM.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE WAS OBSERVED AT THE MOP SINK. MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE WATER PRESSURE.
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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 ALL CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT FROM THE RESTROOMS, BAR AREAS, ETC.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Clutch Bar & Restaurant Chicago last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Clutch Bar & Restaurant Chicago on file is from May 17, 2022. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Clutch Bar & Restaurant Chicago?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Clutch Bar & Restaurant Chicago.
Has Clutch Bar & Restaurant Chicago's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Clutch Bar & Restaurant Chicago have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Clutch Bar & Restaurant Chicago 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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