Deluxe Diner
Last inspected: Jun 15, 2015
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Public records show 22 inspections at Deluxe Diner stretching back to 2010. On Jun 15, 2015, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. The file hasn't been updated since Jun 15, 2015, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited 19 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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Inspection History
Jun 15, 2015
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOOD ENCRUSTED ON EXTERIOR OF PREP AREA COOLERS/FRYERS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT, FOOD BUILD UP ON EXTERIOR OF ALL SINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN ALL EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PITS IN FLOOR SURFACE AT DISHWASH AREA, STANDING WATER AND ACCUMULATE FOOD/DIRT BUILD UP ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AND DISHWASH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOOR/KEEP FLOOR DRY THROUGHOUT ALSO MUST MAKE FLOOR SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN AT DISHWASH AREA.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST BE CERTIFIED WITH CERTIFICATES OF NAMES OF EMPLOYEES ON PREMISES.
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Jun 8, 2015
Complaint
7 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 3 LIVE ROACHES INSIDE ICE MACHINE AND 1 LIVE ROACH IN PREP AREA UNDER MICROWAVE. ALL ICE INSIDE ICE MACHINE DISCARDED AT THIS TIME, INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE MUST BE CLEANED/SANITIZED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE INSECT ACTIVITY BY DATE OF REINSPECTION (06/15/15). SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOOD ENCRUSTED ON EXTERIOR OF PREP AREA COOLERS/FRYERS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT, FOOD BUILD UP ON EXTERIOR OF ALL SINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN ALL EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PITS IN FLOOR SURFACE AT DISHWASH AREA, STANDING WATER AND ACCUMULATE FOOD/DIRT BUILD UP ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AND DISHWASH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOOR/KEEP FLOOR DRY THROUGHOUT ALSO MUST MAKE FLOOR SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN AT DISHWASH AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP/FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND THROUGHOUT DISHWASH AREA. MUST CLEAN ALL WALLS AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PREP AREA EXPOSED HANDWASH BOWL PIPE DRAINING SLOWLY ALSO BAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LEFT SIDE COMPARTMENT PIPE LEAKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINKS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOP IMPROPERLY STORED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN CONTAINER FOR ICE SCOOP.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST BE CERTIFIED WITH CERTIFICATES OF NAMES OF EMPLOYEES ON PREMISES.
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May 12, 2015
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: CORRECTED
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOOD ENCRUSTED ON EXTERIOR OF PREP AREA COOLERS/FRYERS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT, FOOD BUILD UP ON EXTERIOR OF ALL SINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN ALL EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PITS IN FLOOR SURFACE AT DISHWASH AREA, STANDING WATER AND ACCUMULATE FOOD/DIRT BUILD UP ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AND DISHWASH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOOR/KEEP FLOOR DRY THROUGHOUT ALSO MUST MAKE FLOOR SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN AT DISHWASH AREA.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST BE CERTIFIED WITH CERTIFICATES OF NAMES OF EMPLOYEES ON PREMISES.
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May 5, 2015
Routine
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 6 LIVE ROACHES IN MAIN PREP AREA COOKLINE INSIDE UNUSED REACH IN COOLERS ALSO OBSERVED REAR EXIT/ENTRANCE DOOR NOT RODENT PROOOF, 1/2 GAP AT DOOR SWEEP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL INSECT ACTIVITY AND SANITIZE ALL EFFECTED AREAS ALSO MUST RODENT PROOF REAR EXIT/ENTRANCE DOOR BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: STORAGE AREA BULK CONTAINERS (OATMEAL, RICE) NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST LABEL BULK CONTAINERS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: PREP AREAS COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS RIPPED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE ALL DAMAGED DOOR RUBBER GASKETS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN- OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD/GREASE BUILD UP INSIDE ALL REACH IN COOLERS/COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS, FOOD ENCRUSTED ON EXTERIOR OF PREP AREA COOLERS/FRYERS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT, FOOD BUILD UP ON EXTERIOR OF ALL SINKS, FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE BAR GUN HOLDER ALSO OBSERVED ACCUMULATED ICE BUILD UP THROUGHOUT WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN ALL EQUIPMENT AND INTERIOR OF WALK IN FREEZER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PITS IN FLOOR SURFACE AT DISHWASH AREA, STANDING WATER AND ACCUMULATE FOOD/DIRT BUILD UP ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AND DISHWASH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOOR/KEEP FLOOR DRY THROUGHOUT ALSO MUST MAKE FLOOR SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN AT DISHWASH AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS THROUGHOUT DISHWASH AREA. MUST CLEAN WALLS AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: WALK IN COOLER LIGHT BULB NOT WORKING. MUST REPLACE WITH WORKING LIGHT BULB.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: DISHWASH 3-COMPARTMENT SINK RIGHT SIDE COMPARTMENT DRAIN PIPE LEAKING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO THERMOMETER INSIDE REAR PREP AREA PRODUCE REACH IN COOLER ALSO NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND CALIBRATE METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR FOOD HANDLERS ALSO MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR SAID COOLER.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE OR REPAIR UNSUED REACH IN DESSERT AND DAIRY REACH IN COOLERS AT FRONT PREP AREA.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST BE CERTIFIED WITH CERTIFICATES OF NAMES OF EMPLOYEES ON PREMISES.
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Aug 21, 2014
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 14, 2014
Complaint
4 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: FOUND HOUSE FLY ACTIVITY AT BAR AREAS. OBSERVED ABOUT 10 HOUSE FLIES AT BAR AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT BAR AREAS AND AT REAR MOST KITCHEN AREAS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: FOUND MOPS AND BROOMS NOT STORED PROPERLY.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: FOUND ICE SCOOP NOT STORED PROPERLY.
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Mar 5, 2014
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOUND LARGE CUTTING BOARDS IN POOR REPAIR AT MAIN KITCHEN.(MUST REPLACE)
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: FIXTURE NOT SHILDED AT REAR KITCHEN AREAS.
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Feb 25, 2014
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD NOT MAINTAINING PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES. 10 POUNDS OF PORK GRAVY INSIDE HOT HOLDING UNIT AT 112.2F. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DISPOSE OF 10 POUNDS OF PORK GRAVY. ALSO, MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO RAISE TEMPERATURE OF HOT HOLDING UNIT TO 140F AND ABOVE. CRITICAL VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED.MONETARY VALUE 25 DOLLARS.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: FOUND OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREAS NOT MAINTAINED. FOUND EXCESSIVE GARBAGE SPILLAGE SURROUNDING DUMPSTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOUND BULK FOOD NOT LABELED. (OATMEAL, FLOUR, ETC.)
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOUND LARGE CUTTING BOARDS IN POOR REPAIR AT MAIN KITCHEN.(MUST REPLACE)
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AREAS NOT CLEAN.(EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS/GREASE)
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: FOUND BURNT LIGHT FIXTURES AT REAR KITCHEN AREAS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND EXTERIOR OF EXHAUST HOOD NOT CLEAN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: FOUND CLUTTER AT REAR OF PREMISES.(BOXES, OLD EQUIPMENT, ETC.)
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Jun 28, 2013
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: ICE CREAM SCOOPS INSIDE ICE CREAM WELL, INSIDE ICE CREAM FREEZER, ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA ENCRUSTED WITH THICK GREASE AND SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLERS AND WALK IN FREEZERS AND CUTTING BOARDS AT THE KITCHEN SERVING LINE. ACCUMULATED DEBRIS IN COOLER AND FREEZER DOOR GASKETS AND HINGES. TABLE MOUNTED CAN OPENER AND BRACKET ARE DIRTY AND RUSTY. MUST UPGRADE HOUSE KEEPING.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: NOTED ACCUMULATION OF GREASE ON FLOORS ALONG COOKING EQUIPMENT AT THE KITCHEN AND BAR, ALSO NOTED WET STANDING WATER ALONG WALL BEHIND EQUIPMENT BY WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN FLOORS DRY AND CLEAN. MUST ALSO UPGRADE HOUSE KEEPING THROUGH OUT PREMISES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FOOD STAINS AND DEBRIS ON WALLS AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENT, PIPES, HOSES CONDUITS ETC. IN ALL PREPARATION AND STORAGE AREAS. ACCUMULATED DUST ON WALK IN COOLER FAN COVERS AND WALL AND CEILING VENT COVERS THROUGH-OUT, INCLUDING DINING AREAS AND TOILET ROOMS. MUST CLEAN SAME. MUST CLEAN, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN WALLS THROUGH-OUT PREMISES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PLASTIC HOSE DRIPPING LIQUID INTO MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF BAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST RE-ROUTE DRAIN HOSE TO FLOOR DRAIN OR EVAPORATOR.
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Jun 12, 2013
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: NOTED GRAYISH,YELLOWISH SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON THE INNER LINING OF ICE MACHINE AND ALSO AT THE UPPER COMPARTMENT OF ICE MAKER DRIPPING UNTO THE ICE. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE MACHINE UNTIL ITS PROPERLY WASHED, CLEANED AND SANITIZED. HOWEVER UPON INSPECTION PREMISES IS NOT USING THE ICE MACHINE AT THIS TIME. EQUIPMENT TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION.STILL INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL PROPERLY CLEANED AND SANITIZED. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: ICE CREAM SCOOPS INSIDE ICE CREAM WELL, INSIDE ICE CREAM FREEZER, ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA ENCRUSTED WITH THICK GREASE AND SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLERS AND WALK IN FREEZERS AND CUTTING BOARDS AT THE KITCHEN SERVING LINE. ACCUMULATED DEBRIS IN COOLER AND FREEZER DOOR GASKETS AND HINGES. TABLE MOUNTED CAN OPENER AND BRACKET ARE DIRTY AND RUSTY. MUST UPGRADE HOUSE KEEPING.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: NOTED ACCUMULATION OF GREASE ON FLOORS ALONG COOKING EQUIPMENT AT THE KITCHEN AND BAR, ALSO NOTED WET STANDING WATER ALONG WALL BEHIND EQUIPMENT BY WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN FLOORS DRY AND CLEAN. MUST ALSO UPGRADE HOUSE KEEPING THROUGH OUT PREMISES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FOOD STAINS AND DEBRIS ON WALLS AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENT, PIPES, HOSES CONDUITS ETC. IN ALL PREPARATION AND STORAGE AREAS. ACCUMULATED DUST ON WALK IN COOLER FAN COVERS AND WALL AND CEILING VENT COVERS THROUGH-OUT, INCLUDING DINING AREAS AND TOILET ROOMS. MUST CLEAN SAME. MUST CLEAN, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN WALLS THROUGH-OUT PREMISES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PLASTIC HOSE DRIPPING LIQUID INTO MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF BAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST RE-ROUTE DRAIN HOSE TO FLOOR DRAIN OR EVAPORATOR.
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Jun 5, 2013
Routine
15 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS AT TOP SERVING LINE COOLER TO BE IMPROPER BETWEEN 46F TO 48F.(ASSORTED CHEESES 47.7F, SLICED TOMATOES 46.0F, HAMBURGER 48.9, STEAK 47.2F). TEMPERATURE OF BOTTOM COOLER AT THE SERVING LINE WAS 34.7F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF PRODUCTS 20LBS WORTH $50 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. INSTRUCTED TO MONITOR FOOD TEMPERATURES AND EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A).
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: NOTED EMPLOYEES AT THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA WASHING HANDS AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH NO SOAP. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAND HANDS AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASH SINK WITH SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AND NOT TO USE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FOR HAND WASHING. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-010(A)
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: NOTED GRAYISH,YELLOWISH SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON THE INNER LINING OF ICE MACHINE AND ALSO AT THE UPPER COMPARTMENT OF ICE MAKER DRIPPING UNTO THE ICE. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE MACHINE UNTIL ITS PROPERLY WASHED, CLEANED AND SANITIZED. CITATION ISSUED FOR SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
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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: SIGHTED LIVE COCKROACH ACTIVITY INSIDE ESTABLISHMENT. OVER 10 LIVE ROACHES ON WALL AND IN CREVICES BEHIND DISH MACHINE. 2 LIVE ROACHES ON DEBRIS ON FLOOR NEXT TO REACH-IN FREEZER, 1 LIVE ROACH ON SODA STORAGE SHELF (1559 W. DEVON AVE SIDE) AND 1 ROACH IN BROKEN WALL BETWEEN DISH WASH AREA AND 1559 W. DEVON SIDE. SCREEN DOOR IN POOR REPAIR, MESH SCREEN IS TORN OPEN. SCREEN DOOR IS NOT TIGHT-FITTING TO DOOR FRAME. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020. MUST ELIMINATE ROACHES, WASH AND SANITIZE SURFACES, REPAIR SCREEN AND SCREEN DOOR. ALSO COMPLY WITH FOLLOWING ORDERS REGARDING SANITATION AND MAINTENANCE OF PREMISES.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: NOTED OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER HEAVILY ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE ON TOP, LIP, LIDS AND DRIPPING DOWN THE SIDES ONTO THE GROUND THUS PROVIDING FOOD SOURCE FOR RODENTS AND OTHER PEST. ALSO, LITTER AND FOOD DEBRIS ON GROUND AROUND DUMPSTER AND GREASE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN CONTAINER AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS OR REPLACE CONTAINER AND MAINTAIN. CITATION ISSUED FOR SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINIOOR VIOLATIONS FROM 4/12/12 INSPECTION (REPORT #679826) NOT CORRECTED: #34-CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES, ESPECIALLY CORNERS AND ALONG THE WALLS AND UNDER THE DISH MACHINE. #35-CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL UNDER THE DISH MACHINE (DEBRIS). SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS AND WALLS.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: NOTED MULTIPLE FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS AND FREEZERS NOT LABELED WITH NAME OF PRODUCT, DATE ETC. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS AND BULK CONTAINERS DURING STORAGE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED MISSING LIDS AT UPPER SERVING LINE COOLER OF FOOD KITCHEN PREP LINE.EMPLOYEES USE SERVING TRAYS AS LIDS FOR COOLER TOPS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL LIDS TO PROPERLY MAINTAIN TEMPERATURE. ALSO NOTED EXPOSED HAND WASH SINK AT THE PREP AREA NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE WALK IN FREEZER, COOLER AND DRY STORAGE 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND NO FOOD SHOULD BE STORED ON THE FLOOR. PROVIDE ADDITIONAL RAISED SHELVING.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: ICE CREAM SCOOPS INSIDE ICE CREAM WELL, INSIDE ICE CREAM FREEZER, ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA ENCRUSTED WITH THICK GREASE AND SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLERS AND WALK IN FREEZERS AND CUTTING BOARDS AT THE KITCHEN SERVING LINE. ACCUMULATED DEBRIS IN COOLER AND FREEZER DOOR GASKETS AND HINGES. TABLE MOUNTED CAN OPENER AND BRACKET ARE DIRTY AND RUSTY. MUST UPGRADE HOUSE KEEPING.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: NOTED ACCUMULATION OF GREASE ON FLOORS ALONG COOKING EQUIPMENT AT THE KITCHEN, WET FLOORS UNDERNEATH DISH MACHINE, OLD FOOD PARTICLES AND GRIME ALONG WALLS AT THE DRY FOOD STORAGE AND BAR, ALSO NOTED WET STANDING WATER ALONG WALL BEHIND EQUIPMENT BY WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN FLOORS DRY AND CLEAN. MUST ALSO UPGRADE HOUSE KEEPING THROUGH OUT PREMISES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FOOD STAINS AND DEBRIS ON WALLS AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENT, PIPES, HOSES CONDUITS ETC. IN ALL PREPARATION AND STORAGE AREAS. WALL BEHIND DISH MACHINE IN POOR REPAIR WITH OPENINGS AND HOLES. BROKEN WALL DIVIDING SPACE BETWEEN DISH WASH AREA AND 1559 W. DEVON SIDE (STORAGE). ACCUMULATED DUST ON WALK IN COOLER FAN COVERS AND WALL AND CEILING VENT COVERS THROUGH-OUT, INCLUDING DINING AREAS AND TOILET ROOMS. MUST CLEAN SAME. MUST CLEAN, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN WALLS THROUGH-OUT PREMISES.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER IS NOT SHIELDED. MUST SHIELD LIGHT OR INSTALL SHATTER RESISTANT BULB.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PLASTIC HOSE DRIPPING LIQUID INTO MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF BAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST RE-ROUTE DRAIN HOSE TO FLOOR DRAIN OR EVAPORATOR.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE METAL STEM AND EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE COOLERS FOR PROPER TEMPERATURE MONITORING
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: DRY STORAGE ROOM (SODA, CONTAINERS/BOXES ETC) AT 1559 W. DEVON SIDE IS CLUTTERED AND UNORGANIZED, AREAS INACCESSIBLE FOR INSPECTION OR CLEANING. MUST CLEAN AND ORGANIZE AREA, REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND STORE ALL ELSE TO FACILITATE ACCESS AND CLEANING. EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEMS (BAGS, SHIRTS, JACKETS, SHOES, BIKES) STORED ALONG WITH FOOD CONTAINERS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES. MUST PROVIDE DESIGNATED SEPARATE SPACE FOR EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS.
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Apr 12, 2012
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NEED TO REPLACE BROKEN GAUGE ABOVE THE DISH MACHINE
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE BROKEN RUBBER GASKET FOR THE DOOR OF DISPLAY PREP COOLER, BY THE NORTH WALL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN MINERAL BUILD-UP INSIDE THE ICE BIN, IN FRONT PREP AREA
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES, SPECIALLY CORNERS AND ALONG THE WALLS, AND UNDER THE DISH MACHINE
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL UNDER THE DISH MACHINE(DEBRIS).
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Apr 3, 2012
Complaint
10 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FOUND TWO DISPLAY PREP COOLER AT IMPROPER AIR TEMPERATURE, FIRST UNIT AT TEMP OF 55.5F ,57.5F AND 60F. THEIR OWN THERMOMETERS SHOWED TEMP OF 58F TO 60F.POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD WERE STORED INSIDE THE COOLERS(BEFF,CHICKEN, TUNA),TAGGED UNIT" HELD FOR INSPECTION", DO NOT USE.UNIT MUST MAINTAIN TEMP OF 40F AND BELOW.FAX A LETTER TO PUBLIC HEALTH (FAX #312-746-4240). CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-005(A) HOOOO77779-12 ***ONE DISPLAY PREP COOLER WAS FIXED BY THE TECHNICIAN THE OTHER BY THE NORTH WALL REMAINS TAGGED
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD STORED INSIDE PREP DISPLAY COOLERS:SOUR CREAM AT TEMP OF 67.5F; VARIOUS KIND OF CHEESES(PROVOLONE,SWISS CHEESE) AT TEMP OF 57.9F TO 63.7F; SLICED RAW BEEF AT TEMP OF 56.6F TO 57.7F;RAW HAMBURGER AT TEMP OF 55.7F TO 60.3F;CUT AVACADO AT TEMP OF 72F.COOKED RICE AT TEMP OF 67F; SLICED CORNED BEEF AT TEMP OF 57.8F; COOKED SLICED TURKEY 54.1F; COOKED CHICKEN BREAST AT TEMP OF 54.5F TO 57.9F; COOKED VEGETABLE AT TEMP OF 58.2F; TUNA AT TEMP OF 73F; SLICED TOMATOES AT TEMP OF 57F, 60.4F AND 72F. ALL FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED,POUNDS 5 VALUE 45. NO PROOF OF TIME AND TEMPERATURE LOG PROVIDED AT PRESENT TIME. CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-005(A) HOOOO77778-11
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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 SMALL FLIES IN BAR AREA IN DINING AREA.ABOUT 20 SMALL FLIES, SPECIALLY UNDER THE ICE BIN AND JUICE BOXES ARE STORED. SMALL FLIES ON WALL, GARBAGE CONTAINER AND ALCOHOL BOTTLES.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE IT,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREA.IF NEEDED CONTACT PEST CONTROL.OUTER OPENING NOT PROTECTED:OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR WITH A GAP OF 1/2 INCH TO 1 INCH,INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF DOOR.SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020 HOOOO77777-10
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: FOUND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN BAR AREA COMPLETLY GLUGGED NOT ABLE TO DRAIN. A PLUMBER WAS CALLED AFTER MY FINDING. PLUMBER ON PREMISES FIXED THE PROBLEM(STRAWS INSDE THE DRAIN LINES). THREE COMPARTMENT SINK FIXED.SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-030 HOOOO77778-11
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE BROKEN RUBBER GASKET FOR THE DOOR OF DISPLAY PREP COOLER, BY THE NORTH WALL.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NEED TO REPLACE BROKEN GAUGER ABOVE THE DISH MACHINE
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, MINERAL AND RUST BUILD-UP ON PANEL WALL OF TOP INTERIOR OF THE UNIT.ALSO CLEAN MINERAL BUILD-UP INSIDE THE ICE BIN, IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES, SPECIALLY CORNERS AND ALONG THE WALLS, AND UNDER THE DISH MACHINE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL UNDER THE DISH MACHINE(DEBRIS).
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ADDITIONAL CLEANING IS NEEDED OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA(DEBRIS ON GROUND)
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Nov 21, 2011
Tag Removal
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SEPARATION FROM DOUGH MIXER BOWL AND 3 COMP.SINK,AND RESURFACE CUTTING BOARDS ON PREP COOLER COUNTERS IN KITCHEN WITH DEEP CUTS AND STAINS..
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN DEBRIS AND STAINS ON THE FOLLOWINGS : CABINETS UNDER COFFEE WARMER AT BAR DINING AREA,CABNET UNDER CASH REGISTER,HOOD WALLS INSIDE & OUT,AND BOTTOM OF REACH IN FREEZER BY ICE MACHINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER BOOTH SEATS IN DINING AREAS THROUGHOUT WITH DEBRIS AND STAINS,AND FLOORS UNDER PALLETES IN DRY STORAGE COOLER,ALSO AT CORNER OF WALK IN COOLER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPAIR WATER STAINED CEILING TILES AND LEAKING ROOF AT DISH MACHINE AREA,AND CLEAN STAINS ON WALL AT 3 COMP. SINK AND PREP TABLE.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTER ON THE TOP OF ICE MACHINE,MUST NOT BE USED AS A STORAGE DEVICE.
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78
Nov 8, 2011
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. FOUND DISH WASHER EMPLOYEE WASHING UTENSILS AT DISH WASHING MACHINE AND NOTED FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE AT 160F AFTER HAVING HIM RUN THE ABOVE EQUIPMENT SEVRAL TIMES MORE,WAS STILL SAME.CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-030. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STOP USE OF ABOVE DISH MACHINE FOR WASHING OF UTENSILS UNTIL REPAIRED AND ABLE TO SANITIZE UPTO 180F AT FINAL RINSE. MEANWHILE ALL UTENSILS MUST BE WASH RINSE AND SANITIZED AT 3 COMP. SINKS. DISH MACHINE IS TAGGED. INSTRUCTED TO FAX LETTER TO FOOD PROTECTION OFFICE AT 312 746 4240 TO HAVE TAG REMOVED AFTER REPAIR. HEARING FOR TICKET # H000074324 - 13 WILL BE ON 01-05-12 AT 400 W SUPERIOR AVE ROOM 112 AT 10:00
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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 PROVIDE SEPARATION FROM DOUGH MIXER BOWL AND 3 COMP.SINK,AND RESURFACE CUTTING BOARDS ON PREP COOLER COUNTERS IN KITCHEN WITH DEEP CUTS AND STAINS..
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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 DEBRIS AND STAINS ON THE FOLLOWINGS : CABINETS UNDER COFFEE WARMER AT BAR DINING AREA,CABNET UNDER CASH REGISTER,HOOD WALLS INSIDE & OUT,AND BOTTOM OF REACH IN FREEZER BY ICE MACHINE.
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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 DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER BOOTH SEATS IN DINING AREAS THROUGHOUT WITH DEBRIS AND STAINS,AND FLOORS UNDER PALLETES IN DRY STORAGE COOLER,ALSO AT CORNER OF WALK IN COOLER.
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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. REPAIR WATER STAINED CEILING TILES AND LEAKING ROOF AT DISH MACHINE AREA,AND CLEAN STAINS ON WALL AT 3 COMP. SINK AND PREP TABLE.
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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 CLUTTER ON THE TOP OF ICE MACHINE MUST NOT BE USED AS STORAGE DEVICE.
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May 17, 2011
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. FOUND OPEN CAN FOOD IN COOLER ,INSTRUCTED TO EMPTI OPEN CAN FOODS IN STORABLE SUCH AS PLASTIC,GLASS,OR STAINLESS BEFORE STORAGE IN THE COOLER.CLEAN UTENSILS ON SHELVES AND COUNTERS MUST BE INVERTED AT ALL TIMES.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DEBRIS AND STAINS ON TOILET SEAT COVERS AND TOILET BOWLS,INSIDE COMPARTMENT OF DEEP FRYERS,EXTERIORS OF DISH MACHINE,CAN OPENER BLADE,EXTERIOR WALLS OF MILK SHAKE EQUIPMENT AT FRONT PREP,DOUGH MIXER EQUIPMENT IN REAR KITCHEN,HAND WASH SINK AND 3COMP. SINKS IN BAR,AND ALSO INTERIOR WALLS OF REACH IN COOLERS IN MAIN KITCHEN.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN FLOORS DRY AT DISH MACHINE AND AT ICE MACHINE AREAS.MUST ELEVATE DISH WASHER RACKS AND OTHER PRODUCTS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
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Oct 7, 2010
Consultation
7 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON INSPECTION #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON INSPECTION #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON INSPECTION #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON INSPECTION #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON INSPECTION #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON INSPECTION #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON INSPECTION #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Oct 5, 2010
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Sep 28, 2010
Complaint
8 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: 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. EVIDENCE OF ROACHES. OBSERVED 3 LIVE ROACHES IN BETWEEN SODA LINE UNDER STEAM TABLE IN PREP AREA NEXT TO DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL, CLEAN AND SANITIZE EFFECTED AREAS AND CONTROL ACTIVITY. CITATION #63814-15 COURT DATE 11.18.10 AT 400 W SUPERIOR, ROOM 112 AT 10 AM.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATION FROM REPORT #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATION FROM REPORT #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATION FROM REPORT #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATION FROM REPORT #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATION FROM REPORT #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATION FROM REPORT #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST COMPLY WITH ALL VIOLATION FROM REPORT #88492 DATED 8.6.10.
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Aug 6, 2010
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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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. The licensee shall inform the public in writing of the Chicago Department of Public Health?s Consumer Advisory relating to consuming raw and undercooked animal products. found some food items not properly labeled, dated in coolers, must date and label all food items in coolers.
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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. non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving/racks in walk in cooler shall be replaced/repair.
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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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. non food contact surfaces of cooking equipment, prep tables(lower shelving)not clean need detailed cleaning. storage shelving in storage areas, storage room need detailed cleaning.
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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. floors under heavy equipment,cooking equipment,walk in cooler not clean need detailed cleaning. floors in storage room area 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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. Use dustless cleaning methods. damaged, stained ceiling tiles in rear prep area shall be replaced, walls that had peeling paint, holes, gaps in rear kitchen areas by office shall be repair. missing cove molding shall be provided in kitchen areas.
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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. light shields in prep area not clean need detailed cleaning, broken, damaged light shields shall be replaced. light shields in bathrooms need cleaning.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. 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. exhaust canopy not clean needs cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation) in prep areas, coolers, and bathrooms not clean need cleaning.
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Mar 25, 2010
Complaint
4 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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage.non food contact surfaces of cooking equipment, cooler shelving no clean need cleaning.
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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.floors under heavy equipment cooking equipment need detailed cleaning. floors in bathrooms need cleaning(detailed).
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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. Use dustless cleaning methods.damaged, stained ceiling tiles in kitchen prep areas need replacing.
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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.light shields in prep areas need cleaning.
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Jan 14, 2010
Complaint
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Deluxe Diner last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Deluxe Diner on file is from Jun 15, 2015. The public record contains 22 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Deluxe Diner?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited 19 times, more than any other issue at Deluxe Diner.
Has Deluxe Diner's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Deluxe Diner have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Deluxe Diner 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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