404 Wine Bar — Jack's Bar & Grill/404 Wine Bar
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2019
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Score
404 Wine Bar — Jack's Bar & Grill/404 Wine Bar appears in inspection records 11 times, starting in 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 11, 2019. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent. The most recent inspection at 404 Wine Bar — Jack's Bar & Grill/404 Wine Bar is from Feb 11, 2019, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” is the recurring theme, flagged nine times.
Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Feb 11, 2019
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: NOTED TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEMS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER AND REFRIGERATION UNITS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL READY TO EAT FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME AND USED BY DATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005(A). NO CITATION ISSUED TODAY.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: NOTED ESTABLISHMENT SERVING UNDERCOOKED FOOD ITEMS (HAMBURGERS, EGGS ETC) WITH NO CONSUMER ADVISORY, DISCLOSURE OR REMINDERS TO THE CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CONSUMER ADVISORY ON THE MENU WITH A DISCLOSURE NOTICE AND REMINDER STATEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED TODAY
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED SOME RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE BEER COOLERS AT THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AMD MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT AT THE BASEMENT FOOD/DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN MULTIPLE HOLES AND OPENINGS AT BASEMENT CEILING AND WALLS INSIDE THE HEATING UNIT OF THE FIRST FLOOR BY THE UTILITY SINK.
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Apr 19, 2017
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR DRAIN BACKING UP AT THE WINEBAR HANDSINK WHEN THE HANDSINK FAUCET WAS TURNED ON. NOTED EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF WATER FLOODING THE FLOOR SURROUNDING THE DRAIN. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL DRAINS MUST ADEQUATELY DRAIN ALL WASTEWATER. OPERATOR ROUTED OUT DRAIN LINE AND CORRECTED THE VIOLATION DURING INSPECTION. CRITICAL VIOLATION: 7-38-030
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A GRILL HOT IRON IN THE COOK LINE WITH ITS HANDLE WRAPPED IN PLASTIC WRAP. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE PLASTIC WRAP AND MAINTAIN UTENSILS TO BE SMOOTH, DURABLE AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND LOOSE ITEMS FROM FLOOR UNDER WOODEN SHELVING IN BASEMENT STORAGE. OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN BEER COOLER TO BE RUSTED, CRACKED AND EXPOSING THE POROUS WOOD SURFACE UNDERNEATH. MUST REPAIR THE FLOOR TO BE SMOOTH, NON-ABSORBENT AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER (UNUSED FRYER BASKETS, CONTAINERS, ETC) ON THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT BEHIND THE WALK IN BEER COOLER. MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND ORGANIZE REMAINDER TO BE AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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Jul 27, 2016
Routine
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: FOUND FOOD CONTAINERS, POTS, AND PANS NOT STORED PROPERLY. MUST STORE INVERTED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND SINKS NOT CLEAN AT WINE BAR AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOODHANDLERS AT PREMISES WITH NO FOODHANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE.
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Aug 24, 2015
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A SHELF IN THE WALK IN COOLER WITH SLIGHT RUST ACCUMULATION (WEST SIDE OF WALK IN). INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPAINT OR REPLACE AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Jul 22, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN EXPOSED HANDWASH SINK AND PREP COOLER IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR PANELS OF ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT. MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST MAINTAIN FLOOR DRY AT ALL TIMES AROUND MOP SINK IN REAR AREA. MUST ELEVATE ITEMS IN BASEMENT 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: WASHROOMS DOORS ARE NOT SELF-CLOSING. MUST PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
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Oct 23, 2013
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS STAINED, WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTD TO REPLACE SAME. MISSING ICE BIN COVERS IN BAR. REPLACE SAME.
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Oct 16, 2013
Routine
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: NOTED LIVE FRUIT FLIES (OVER 50) IN VARIOUS AREAS ON WALLS OF BARS, WAIT STATION, AND IN REAR DISHMACHINE AREA. LIVE ROACH NOTED ON BAR COUNTERTOP. FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF, APPROX 1/2 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF DOOR. INSTD TO ELIMINATE FLIES, ROACH, AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. INSTD TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICES. INSTD TO RODENT PROOF DOOR AND HAVE TIGHT FITTING. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS STAINED, WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTD TO REPLACE SAME. MISSING ICE BIN COVERS IN BAR. REPLACE SAME.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: ALL FLOOR DRAINS THRU-OUT NEED DETAILED CLEANING, FREE OF DEBRIS. WORN GROUT LINES AT FLOOR TILES IN REAR DISHMACHINE AREA. INSTD TO REGROUT SAME.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS IN DISHMACHINE AREA NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME AND REPLACE WORN, BLACK CAULKING AT DISHMACHINE AREA. SEAL ALL SMALL HOLES NOTED IN WALLS IN PREP AREA.
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Jul 21, 2010
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Serious violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. OBSERVED APPROX. 20 LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE PREP AREA AND WAITRESS SERVICE STATION NEXT TO THE PREP AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE OR MINIMIZE THE PEST ACTIVITY. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREA, ESPECIALLY UNDER THE STOVE.
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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 THE WALLS OF THE PREP AREA, ESPECIALLY ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Jul 19, 2010
Reinspection
11 minor violations.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Serious violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #277278 ON 7/12/10 NOT CORRECTED: 18/01 - OBSERVED OVER 100 LIVE FRUIT FLIES BEHIND BOTH BAR AREAS AND WAITRESS SERVICE STATION HALLWAY NEXT TO THE FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED FRUIT FLIES SETTLING ON BOTH BEER TAPS, CHAIRS, WALL AND MIRRORS AROUND THE FRONT BAR AREA. OBSERVED FRUIT FLIES INSIDE AND AROUND THE ICE BIN THAT WAS USED TO STORE BOTTLES OF WINE AND THE SODA GUNS. OBSERVED FRUIT FLIES AROUND THE ROLLING DISH RACK (WITH STANDING WATER INSIDE OF IT) IN THE WAITRESS SERVICE STATION AND ON THE REFRIGERATORS AND COFFEE GRINDER AND BOXES ON THE TABLE, WHICH IS NEXT TO THE FOOD PREP AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE OR MINIMIZE THE PEST ACTIVITY. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. OBSERVED LIQUOR BOTTLES AND BOXES OF FOUNTAIN POP STORED OUTSIDE IN THE BEER GARDEN AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO MOVE ALL ITEMS INSIDE OF THE PREMISES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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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. REAR EXIT DOOR TO THE BEER GARDEN IS NOT RODENT PROOFED. OBSERVED A 1/2" GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR TO THE BEER GARDEN. MUST RODENT-PROOF THE DOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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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.
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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. REPLACE THE BROKEN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE SALAD PREP COOLER. MUST PROVIDE COVERS FOR THE ICE BINS BEHIND ALL BARS.
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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 THE BOTTOM SHELF OF THE PREP TABLE ACROSS FROM THE SALAD PREP COOLER, INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE, WIRE RACKS IN THE PREP AREA NEXT TO THE STEAM TABLE, EXTERIOR OF STEAM TABLE, GRILL, PIZZA OVEN, TOP OF BEER COOLERS, DUST ON PIZZA OVEN VENTILATION TUBE. DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP AREA 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. DETAIL CLEAN BAR EQUIPMENT AND COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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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. MAINTAIN THE FLOOR DRY BEHIND BOTH BARS. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR BEHIND THE BARS, DRY STORAGE AREAS AND BASEMENT BEHIND THE CHEST FREEZERS, AND PREP AREA UNDERNEATH THE PIZZA OVEN AND DEEP FRYERS AND UNDER THE HANDSINK. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS. SEAL ANY GAPS IN THE FLOOR BETWEEN THE FLOOR AND THE BAR. REPLACE THE BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN THE PREP AREA UNDERNEATH THE COOLER ACROSS FROM THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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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. REPLACE THE BROKEN AND MISSING WALL TILES IN THE PREP AREA. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE PREP AREA, DRY STORAGE ROOMS AND BEHIND THE MAIN BAR. REPLACE THE FRP BOARD BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE PREP AREA. DETAIL CLEAN THE BASEBOARD OF THE PREP AREA. DETAIL CLEAN THE CEILING OF THE PREP AREA ABOVE THE PIZZA OVEN.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. MUST INSTALL A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE AT THE EMPLOYEE RESTROOM. THE VENTILATION FANS IN THE MEN'S AND WOMEN;S RESTROOMS ARE NOT OPERATIONAL. MUST REPAIR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER LINE TO THE BAR SINK BURST AND OBSERVED WATER FLOW UNDER THE BAR INTO THE WALKWAY. REPAIR THE PIPES AND LEAKING WATER VALVE BEHIND THE MAIN BAR ICE BIN. MUST PROVIDE DRAIN LINE HOSES FOR THE SODA GUN HOLDERS BEHIND THE BARS AND ROUTE TO A FLOOR DRAIN. REPAIR THE SINK STOPPERS AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE PREP AREA. VENTILATION FOR THE PIZZA OVEN MUST BE PROPERLY CONNECTED.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE THE NON-WORKING PIZZA OVEN FROM THE PREMISES.
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Jul 12, 2010
Routine
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. OBSERVED APPROX. 40 LIVE FRUIT FLIES BEHIND THE BOTH BAR AREAS AND SERVICE STATION HALLWAY NEXT TO THE PREP AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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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. REPLACE THE BROKEN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE SALAD PREP COOLER. MUST PROVIDE COVERS FOR THE ICE BINS BEHIND ALL BARS.
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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 THE BOTTOM SHELF OF THE PREP TABLE ACROSS FROM THE SALAD PREP COOLER AND INTERIOR OF THE 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. MAINTAIN THE FLOOR DRY BEHIND THE WINE BAR. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR BEHIND THE BARS, DRY STORAGE AREAS AND BASEMENT BEHIND THE CHEST FREEZERS.
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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. REPLACE THE BROKEN AND MISSING WALL TILES IN THE PREP AREA. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE PREP AREA, DRY STORAGE ROOMS AND BEHIND THE MAIN BAR. REPLACE THE FRP BOARD BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE PREP AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. MUST INSTALL A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE AT THE EMPLOYEE RESTROOM. THE VENTILATION FANS IN THE MEN'S AND WOMEN;S RESTROOMS ARE NOT OPERATIONAL. MUST REPAIR.
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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 A THERMOMETER INSIDE OF ALL OF THE PREP COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE THE PIZZA OVEN FROM THE PREMISES.
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Jun 30, 2010
Routine
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was 404 Wine Bar — Jack's Bar & Grill/404 Wine Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 404 Wine Bar — Jack's Bar & Grill/404 Wine Bar on file is from Feb 11, 2019. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 404 Wine Bar — Jack's Bar & Grill/404 Wine Bar?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at 404 Wine Bar — Jack's Bar & Grill/404 Wine Bar.
Has 404 Wine Bar — Jack's Bar & Grill/404 Wine Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at 404 Wine Bar — Jack's Bar & Grill/404 Wine Bar have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at 404 Wine Bar — Jack's Bar & Grill/404 Wine Bar means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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