Comfort Suites

320 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601
Other
Last inspected: Apr 30, 2018
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Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Comfort Suites has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 30, 2018. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Note that Comfort Suites's inspection history hasn't been updated since Apr 30, 2018; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

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

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 30, 2018
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MOP SINK TOO CLOSE TO DISPOSABLE FOOD CONTAINERS SHELF, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A BARRIER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MISSING REFRIGERATION THERMOMETER IN YOGURT SMALL COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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Aug 11, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Caulk around exposed hand sink, and 1 compartment sink in kitchen prep area in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of ice machine(exterior), not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, storage shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls that had peeling paint in rear kitchen area, shall be repaired/sealed. Walls above prep table, and above exposed hand sink not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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May 12, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR THE EXHAUST VENTS IN BOTH MEN'S AND WOMEN'S RESTROOMS OON THE 1ST FLOOR. NOT IN WORKING ORDER AT THIS TIME.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE ALL BOXES 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM. FOUND BOXES ON THE FLOOR.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THE ILLINOIS FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE FOR ALL FOOD STAFF MEMBERS AT ALL TIMES. MUST PROVIDE FOR THE NEXT ROUTINE INSPECTION.
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Sep 15, 2014
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Sep 12, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: INOPERABLE DISH WASHING MACHINE, NO 3-COMP SINK IN FACILITY, DISH WASHER IS THE ONLY UNIT FOR PROPER WASHING, RINSING AND SANITIZING IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MGR TO REPAIR DISH WASHER AND MAINTAIN. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 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: FRONT ENTRY DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED 1/2 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: DISPOSABLE PLATES NOT STORED PROPERLY ON THE SELF-SERVICE LINE, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP INVERTED TO PREVENT CUSOMERS CONTAMINATION.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR FROM ALL CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: PEELING PAINT NOTED ON KITCHEN WALLS, HOLE ON THE WALL, STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILES IN MOP CLOSET AND DRY STORAGE, DAMAGED WALLS AROUND MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 19, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR ICE MACHINE LID.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE FLOOR AT THE DOCK ROOM AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST ADJUST TEMPERATURE VALVES AT LADIES AND MEN'S RESTROOM HAND SINKS.
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May 17, 2011
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MAKER NOT CLEAN, NOTED A DARK COLOR FILM ON UPPER PANEL AND AROUND FILTER, INSTRUCTED MGR TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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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. BOXES OF FOOD STORED ON FLOOR IN DRY STORAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO STORE OFF FLOOR BY 6" OF HIGHER.
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Apr 9, 2010
Suspected Food Poisoning
No violations found.
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Apr 5, 2010
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.ICE SCOOP STORED ON TOP OF ICE CUBES IN ICE MAKER. INSTRUCTED MGR TO STORE OUT SIDE ON A CLEAN SURFACE.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Comfort Suites last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Comfort Suites on file is from Apr 30, 2018. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Comfort Suites?

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

Has Comfort Suites' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Comfort Suites have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Comfort Suites means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.