Coleman's Hickory House #1

555 N Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
American
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2013
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Score
Low Risk

Coleman's Hickory House #1 appears in inspection records 13 times, starting in 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 9, 2013. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Coleman's Hickory House #1's record stops at Jan 9, 2013, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around nine violations to closer to three violations per visit.

“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” comes up most often, recorded 11 times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, this is about average. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspections
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2013
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE HOOD FILTERS, EQUIPMENT AND INSIDE AND OUTSIDE, FRONT AND BACK, WHEELS, SHELVES IN REACH IN COOLERS,ROLLING RACK,GARBAGE CANS,SHELVING UNITS AT SERVICE COUNTER,WINDOW, PREPTABLE AND THE EMPTY REAR WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND IN THE STORAGE AREA IN THE BASEMENT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR OR REPLACE HOT WATER HANDLE ON FRONT EXPOSED HAND SINK AND REPAIR THE 3-COMPARTMENT FAUCET SPRAYS WATER ALL OVER WHEN WATER IS ON.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER IN THE FRONT STORAGE ROOM/OFFICE. CLEAN AND ORGNIZE SO NO INSECT OR RODENT HARBORAGE.
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Nov 29, 2012
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: NO HOT RUNNING WATER ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED FOR A RETAIL FOOD OPERATION. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES AND UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT (FRYERS, GRILL AND PIT). CLEAN BOTTOMS OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES. CLEAN UPPER INTERIOR OF BBQ PIT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DUST FROM CHUTE THAT IS HANGING OVER THE MEAT. ALSO CLEAN SHELF INSIDE OF PIT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT; GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES OBSERVED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING FROM FAUCET KNOB AT EXPOSED HANDSINK.
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Sep 13, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 20, 2012
Complaint
10 minor violations.
View 10 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 MORE THAN 7-LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON WALLS FLOOR & PREP TABLES.ALSO A DEAD RAT ON LOWER SHELF OF STORAGE CART IN REAR AREA.MORE THAN 15 MOUSE & RAT DROPPINGS ON STORAGE CART ,IN STORAGE CLOSET IN BETWEEN CLUTTER.FRONT DOOR & SCREEN DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING,REAR DOOR SWEEP BROKEN.ALSO LIVE HOUSE FLIES MORE THAN 5-7 FLYING AROUND PREMISES.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS & DEAD RAT,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERTAOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 8/20/12.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER HAS GREASE ON LID .MUST REMOVE GREASE & CLEAN & SANITIZE.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3- COMPARTMENT SINK BACKING UP IN FAR RIGHT COMPARTMENT WHEN WATER IS RELEASED.MUST REPAIR & MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM GREASE TRAP IN BASEMENT & LEG OF PREP TABLE IN REAR PREP AREA..MUST REPLACE MISSING WALL OUTLETCOVERS THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE HEAVY GREASE & FOOD BUILD UP ON DEEP FRYERS,WHEEL BASES & PIPES OF EQUIPMENT,GRILL TABLE,HOOD,REAR B.B.Q.PIT STACK,HEAT LAMPS,REACH IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS,GARBAGE CANS.,EXHAUST FAN,ROLLING CARTS,LEGS OF PREP TABLES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES & FLOOR TRIM & WALK IN COOLER FLOOR IN POOR REPAIR WHERE NEEDED.MUST CLEAN FLOOR IN BOTH BASEMENTS.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASES & WALL PANEL IN LOBBY & WHERE NEEDED.MUST CLEAN WALLS & PAINT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALLS,WALK IN FREEZER CEILING & DOOR TRIM IN POOR REPAIR WHERE NEEDED.MUST REMOVE DUST BUILD UP FROM UPPER WALLS THROUGHOUT.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT BULBS IN BASEMENT & PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOW WATER PRESSURE AT REAR HAND SINK,LEAKY PIPE AT 2- COMPARTMENT SINK,LEAKY OVER HEAD PIPE IN BASEMENT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE & ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR & AWAY FROM WALLS IN REAR CLOSET & IN MIDDLE PREP AREA.
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Jun 5, 2012
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
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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 STORE KNIVES FROM IN BETWEEN WALL & PIPES OVER 3- COMP SINK.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE WORN CUTTING BOARDS.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM INTERIOR & EXTERIOR OF SMALL CHEST FREEZER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN ALL REACH IN COOLERS,ROLLING RACK,GARBAGE CANS,SHELVING UNITS AT SERVICE COUNTER,VENTILATION VENTS IN TOILET ROOM,WINDOW EXHAUST FANS,GRILL TABLES,DEEP FRYERS,WHEEL BASES,PIPES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES WHERE NEEDED.MUST CLEAN FLOOR IN BOTH BASEMENTS.MUST SEAL HOLE IN FLOOR IN BASEMENT.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER.
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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 REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASES IN LOBBY & WHERE NEEDED.MUST CLEAN WALLS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALLS WHERE NEEDED.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS & END CAPS ON LIGHTS NEAR B.B.Q. PIT IN MIDDLE PREP AREA & WHERE NEEDED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PLACE FRYER UNDER VENTILATION HOOD.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOW WATER PRESSURE AT REAR HAND SINK.
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May 22, 2012
Complaint
11 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: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF 10 LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON FLOOR,WALLS& NEAR HOT WATER TANK & SEVERAL DEAD IN SAME AREAS.ALSO EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 20 RAT & MOUSE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA UNDER SHELVING UNITS,REAR CLOSET IN BETWEEN CLUTTER.ALSO FRONT,REAR & SOUTH DOORS ARE NOT TIGHT FITTING.OPEN BLOCKS OF POISON SCATTERED ON FLOOR IN REAR AREA & BASEMENT.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS & POISON,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 5/22/12.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY & NO CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW WHILE,RIBS,CHICKEN,ETC. IS BEING PREPARED,SERVED AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION.MUST PROVIDE & POST.(SERIOUS 7-38-012)
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOUL SMELLING BLACK WATER POOLING ON FLOOR IN BOTH BASEMENTS.SOMEONE IS ON SITE AT THIS TIME RODDING CATCH BASIN .MUST REPAIR,MAINTAIN,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS.(SERIOUS 7-38-030).
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT # 547952 1/20/12 NOT CORRECTED #30-MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS. #32 MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN GLASS ON B.B.Q. PIT,MISSING OUTLET COVERS,MISSING HANDLE ON STEAM TABLE LID,TOILET SEAT LID IN POOR REPAIR,MISSING SINK STOPPERS.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN FREEZERS. # 33-MUST CLEAN GRILL TABLE,DEEP FRYERS,WHEEL BASES,FAN GUARD COVERS IN COOLERS.MUST DEFROST CHEST FREEZERS. #34-MUST CLEAN FLOORS IN BOTH BASEMENTS.MUST SEAL HOLE IN BASEMENT FLOOR.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER. #35MUST CLEAN WALLS & CEILINGS.MUST PAINT WALLS THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALLS THROUGHOUT.#38-MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE VENTILATION NOT WORKING AT HOOD.# 40-MUST PROVIDE THERMOETERS FOR ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS. #41-MUST ELEVATE & ORGANIZE CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE ROOM & AREA.MUST REPAIR & MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST STORE KNIVES FROM IN BETWEEN WALL & PIPES OVER 3- COMP SINK.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE WORN CUTTING BOARDS.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM INTERIOR & EXTERIOR OF SMALL CHEST FREEZER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN ALL REACH IN COOLERS,ROLLING RACK,GARBAGE CANS,SHELVING UNITS AT SERVICE COUNTER,VENTILATION VENTS IN TOILET ROOM,WINDOW EXHAUST FANS.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLCE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES WHERE NEEDED
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASES IN LOBBY & WHERE NEEDED.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS & END CAPS ON LIGHTS NEAR B.B.Q. PIT IN MIDDLE PREP AREA & WHERE NEEDED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PLACE FRYER UNDER VENTILATION HOOD.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOW WATER PRESSURE AT REAR HAND SINK.
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Feb 6, 2012
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN GLASS ON B.B.Q. PIT,MISSING OUTLET COVER,MISSING HANDLE ON STEAM TABLE LID,TOILET SEAT LID IN POOR REPAIR,SINK STOPPERS.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN FREEZER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN GRILL TABLE,DEEP FRYERS,WHEEL BASES,FAN GUARD COVERS IN COOLERS.MUST DEFROST CHEST FREEZER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN FLOORS IN BOTH BASEMENTS.MUST SEAL HOLE IN FLOOR IN BASEMENT.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST CLEAN WALLS & CEILINGS.MUST PAINT WALLS THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALLS THROUGHOUT.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: 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 OR REPLACE VENTILATION NOT WORKING AT HOOD
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: 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 ELEVATE & ORGANIZE CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE ROOM & AREA.
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Jan 20, 2012
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN GLASS ON B.B.Q. PIT,MISSING OUTLET COVER,MISSING HANDLE ON STEAM TABLE LID,TOILET SEAT LID IN POOR REPAIR,SINK STOPPERS.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN FREEZER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN GRILL TABLE,DEEP FRYERS,WHEEL BASES,FAN GUARD COVERS IN COOLERS.MUST DEFROST CHEST FREEZER.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN FLOORS IN BOTH BASEMENTS.MUST SEAL HOLE IN FLOOR IN BASEMENT.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST CLEAN WALLS & CEILINGS.MUST PAINT WALLS THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALLS THROUGHOUT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: 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 OR REPLACE VENTILATION NOT WORKING AT HOOD.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: 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.MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR COLD HOLDING UNITS.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: 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 ELEVATE & ORGANIZE CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE ROOM & AREA.
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Jan 12, 2012
Complaint
11 minor violations.
View 11 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 75 RAT & MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN VARIOUS AREAS SUCH AS INSIDE OF UNUSED WALK IN COOLER,ON BASEMENT FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES,INSIDE OF OVEN IN REAR AREA,ON LANDING LEADING TO 2ND BASEMENT,REAR STORAGE ROOM IN BETWEEN CLUTTER.ALSO REAR & FRONT DOORS 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 1/12/12.(NO CITATION ISSUED).
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance.OBSERVED LIDS ON OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER MISSING.MUST REPLACE MISSING LIDS & KEEP TIGHT FITTING & MAINTAINED.(NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health.OBSERVED WASTE WATER LINE PIPE CONNECTED TO GREASE TRAP IN BASEMENT IS BROKEN & WATER LEAKING HEAVILY FROM PIPE ONTO FLOOR IN BASEMENT.MUST REPAIR PIPE & MAINTAIN,REMOVE WATER,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREA.(NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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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 REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN GLASS ON B.B.Q. PIT,MISSING OUTLET COVER,MISSING HANDLE ON STEAM TABLE LID,TOILET SEAT LID IN POOR REPAIR,SINK STOPPERS.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN FREEZER.
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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 GRILL TABLE,DEEP FRYERS,WHEEL BASES,FAN GUARD COVERS IN COOLERS.MUST DEFROST CHEST FREEZER.
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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 IN BOTH BASEMENTS.MUST SEAL HOLE IN FLOOR IN BASEMENT.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER.
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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 CLEAN WALLS & CEILINGS.MUST PAINT WALLS THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALLS THROUGHOUT.
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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 OR REPLACE VENTILATION NOT WORKING AT HOOD.
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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.MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR COLD HOLDING UNITS.
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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 ELEVATE & ORGANIZE CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE ROOM & AREA.
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Dec 29, 2011
Complaint
No violations found.
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Jun 7, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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. CUTTING BOARD NOT MAINTAINED, NOTED DEEP GROVES AND DARK STAINING. REPLACE SAME.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN EQUIPTMENT, INSIDE/OUTSIDE, FRONT AND BACK, WHEELS, SHELVES LEGS PREPTABLE SHELVES. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EMPTY REAR WALK IN COOLER.
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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 FLOORS THROUGHOUT ALONG ALL WALLS, UNDER EQUIPTMENT.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN WALLS THROUGHOUT-REMOVING SOOT BUILD UP ON WALLS THROUGHOUT. WALLS AND CEILINGS NOT MAINTAINED, REPAIR SAME REMOVING CHIPPED BUCKLING PAINT, REPAIR OPENINGS/HOLES ON WALLS THROUGHOUT.
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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. REPAIR FAUCET ON FRONT EXPOSED HAND SINK. REPAIR FRONT TOILET. LOW PRESSURE AT 3 COMP SINK, REPAIR SAME.
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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. CLUTTER IN SOME AREAS,i.e. IN REAR NEXT TO EXIT DOOR, MIDDLE OF PREMISES, UNUSED EQUIPTMENT MUST REPAIR/REPLACE/DISGUARD.
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Dec 27, 2010
Complaint
3 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 REPAIR RUSTING ON WALK IN COOLER FLOOR AND ON SHELVING UNITS IN THE COOLER .
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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. 2COMP.SINK WITH DEBRIS AND EXPOSE HAND WASH SINK AND TOILET BOWL ALSO HAND WASH SINK IN TOILET WITH STAINS NEEDS CLEANING.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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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. LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE PREP AREA IN KITCHEN WITH GREASE STAINS NEEDS CLEANING.
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Feb 1, 2010
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. MUST REPLACE BADLY PITTED CUTTING BOARD AND REMOVE TAPE AT CHESTER FREEZER DOOR, ALL SURFACES MUST BE SOME 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 EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, REPAINT ALL WOOD SHELVING AT FRONT COUNTER AREA AND BOTTOM OF COUNTER TABLE AREA
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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 PROVIDE MISSING FLOOR TILE WHERE NEEDED IN VARIOUS AREAS THRU-OUT 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. MUST CLEAN, REPAINT FRONT AREA WALL BY BARBECUE PIT, REMOVE ALL SMOKE STAINS, FROM WALL AND EXHAUST FANS, VARIOUS OTHER WALL AREAS NEEDS CLEANED, REPAINTED AND REPAIRED
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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 PLUMBER ISSUES AT DESIGNATED MOP SINK OTHER SIDE OF BUILDING
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Coleman's Hickory House #1 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Coleman's Hickory House #1 on file is from Jan 9, 2013. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Coleman's Hickory House #1?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited 11 times, more than any other issue at Coleman's Hickory House #1.

Has Coleman's Hickory House #1's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Coleman's Hickory House #1 have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Coleman's Hickory House #1 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.