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Da Lobsta

131 N Clinton St, Chicago, IL 60661
Seafood
Last inspected: Jul 11, 2017
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Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Da Lobsta eight times, with records going back to 2013. The most recent report on file is from Jul 11, 2017. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Note that Da Lobsta's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jul 11, 2017; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

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

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 11, 2017
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Found excessive dirt build up (black substance) on floor under chemicals/near hand sink. Chemicals stored directly on the floor. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize this area, and must elevate all items at least 6 inches above the floor to allow proper cleaning. Must maintain same.
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Nov 10, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE FORKS AND SPOONS BEING STORED WITH THEIR USE ENDS PRESENTED TO THE CONSUMER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES INVERTED, OR WITH THE HANDLE PRESENTED TO THE CONSUMER.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NOTED THAT FOOD HANDLER ON SITE COULD NOT PROVIDE PROOF OF CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST MEET MINIMUM FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS AND PROVIDE PROOF OF CERTIFICATION ON SITE.
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90
Mar 2, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF OIL AND DEBRIS ON THE GRILL PRESS AND THE KNIVES ON THE MAGNETIC KNIFE RACK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THESE SURFACES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE PREP SINK FAUCET. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTH STORED ON TOP OF THE PREP TOP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZER SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
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86
Apr 3, 2015
Recent Inspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS, PREP TABLES, THE MICROWAVE AND REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.
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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 THROUGHOUT AND REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS.
34
90
Mar 13, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: NO SANITIZING SOLUTION REGISTERING ON THE INTERIOR OF THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE DURING THE FINAL RINSE CYCLE. MUST REPAIR. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS, PREP TABLES, THE MICROWAVE AND REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT AND REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS.
34
86
Dec 8, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE OR MAINTAINED. HAND SINK COMPLETELY BLOCKED BY METAL PREP TABLE AND CARDBOARD BOXES. NO PAPER TOWELS AT SINK WHEN MADE ACCESSIBLE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AND MAKE SINK AVAILABLE/ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST NOT USE PLASTIC WRAP AS A LINER FOR THE CUTTING BOARD. ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: EXTREMELY DIRTY INTERIOR OF THE EXPOSED HAND SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
33
86
Mar 27, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: NO SANITIZING SOLUTION REGISTERING AT THE DISH MACHINE ON SITE. MUST REPAIR AND PROVIDE SANITIZING SOLUTION AT DISH MACHINE TO PROPERLY WASH,RINSE AND SANITIZE MULTI USE ITEMS. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. (SOUP,SHRIMP,ETC) MUST PROVIDE. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
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90
Aug 29, 2013
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Da Lobsta last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Da Lobsta on file is from Jul 11, 2017. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Da Lobsta?

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

Has Da Lobsta's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Da Lobsta have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Da Lobsta 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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