Dock's

11137 S Vincennes Ave, Chicago, IL 60643
Seafood
Last inspected: Dec 13, 2011
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Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2010, Dock's has seven inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 13, 2011. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit. Dock's's record stops at Dec 13, 2011, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code”, showing up six times.

Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Dock's is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspection History
Dec 13, 2011
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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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. WALLS AND CEILINGS NEED CLEANING AND PAINTING IN ALL AREAS (SMOKE BUILDUP). REPAIR CEILING IN WASHROOM. REPAIR WASHROOM DOOR.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA.
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Dec 6, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: When toilet and lavatory facilities are provided for the patrons of food establishments, such facilities shall be adequate in number, convenient, accessible, properly designed, and installed according to the municipal code. HAND SINK NOT MAINTAINED WATER LEAKING FROM BASE AND PIPE FITTINGS AND DRAINING ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR SINK FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED.
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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 INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FRYER CABINETS (GREASE BUILDUP), VENTILATION HOOD, SODA DISPENSER UNIT (DUST BUILDUP), COOLER, FREEZER, PREP TABLES (FOOD DEBRIS).
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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. WALLS AND CEILINGS NEED CLEANING AND PAINTING IN ALL AREAS (SMOKE BUILDUP). REPAIR CEILING IN WASHROOM. REPAIR WASHROOM DOOR.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA.
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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. ORGANIZE SOUTH STORAGE AREA. REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES.
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Jan 4, 2011
Complaint
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. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF VENTILATION HOOD, FRYERS, COOLERS, LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR.
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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. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, ALONG BASEBOARDS, ETC IN ALL AREAS.
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Dec 17, 2010
Reinspection
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. MUST STILL CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF VENTILATION HOOD,FRYERS COOLERS,LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR.
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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.SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS,ETC,IN ALL AREAS.
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Dec 6, 2010
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: 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 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG WEST WALL BEHIND 3-COMP SINK AND GREASE TRAP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED H70860 COURT DATE 1-13-10 AT 10 AM 400 W SUPERIOR ROOM 107.
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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 INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF VENTILATION HOOD, FRYERS, COOLERS, LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR
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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 NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN REAR.
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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. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, ALONG BASEBOARDS, ETC IN ALL AREAS.
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Apr 8, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Mar 4, 2010
License
8 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. PROVIDE COOLERS AND FREEZERS ON SITE TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE 40F, 0F.
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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. NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE. LOG BOOK MUST INCLUDE COPY OF PEST CONTROL LICENSE, MAP OF TREATED AREAS, MSDS SHEETS OF CHEMICALS USED.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED.
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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. INSTALL ALL EQUIPMENT, FRYERS, PREP TABLES, ETC. PROVIDE SHELVING FOR STORAGE.
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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. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ELECTRICAL OUTLETS, ETC IN ALL AREAS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA.
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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. INSTALL VENTILATION HOOD OVER COOKING EQUIPMENT (HOODED AND DUCTED TO ROOF).
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dock's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dock's on file is from Dec 13, 2011. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dock's?

Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Dock's.

Has Dock's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Dock's have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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