Earwax Records & Cafe
Last inspected: Mar 14, 2011
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Score
Public records show five inspections at Earwax Records & Cafe stretching back to 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 14, 2011. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Earwax Records & Cafe dates to Mar 14, 2011.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around two violations to closer to zero violations per visit.
“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Mar 14, 2011
Complaint
No violations found.
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Feb 4, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jan 26, 2011
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. FOUND 15 RODENT DROPPINGS IN BASEMENT AREA, UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT, CLUTTER CAUSING A RODENT HARBORAGE, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND CLOSE/SEAL ALL OUTER OPENING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #419459, DATED 10/07/2010, FOR VIOLATIONS #32, #33, #34, AND #41, SEE PREVIOUS REPORT, SERIOUS 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. MUST CLEAN HOODED AREA ABOVE FRONT COOKING EQUIPMENT
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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. MUST REPAIR LEAKING PIPES UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK
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Oct 14, 2010
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: ALL CLEAN MULTI USE UTENSILS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED,INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND RUSTY SHELVING INSIDE 3 DOOR COOLER,INTERIOR TOP OF CHEST FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS,DEEP FRYER,SHELVINGS,COOLERS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES,CUTTING BOARDS,DISHMACHINE,ICE MACHINE,BEHIND FRONT COUNTERS REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING INCLUDING BASEMENT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM REAR STAIRWELL POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
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Oct 7, 2010
Routine
7 minor violations.
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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.FOUND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER OR VALID DOCUMENTATION ON PREMISES WHILE HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health.FOUND 3 COMP SINK NOT MAINTAINED THAT IS GREASE TRAP BOX BENEATH SAID SINK UNCLEAN IS OVERFLOWING GREASE ON FLOOR.
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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.ALL CLEAN MULTI USE UTENSILS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED,INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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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.FOUND RUSTY SHELVING INSIDE 3 DOOR COOLER,INTERIOR TOP OF CHEST FREEZER IN POOR 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.KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS,DEEP FRYER,SHELVINGS,COOLERS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES,CUTTING BOARDS,DISHMACHINE,ICE MACHINE,BEHIND FRONT COUNTERS REQUIRE DETAIL 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 ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING INCLUDING BASEMENT.
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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 ALL CLUTTER FROM REAR STAIRWELL POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Earwax Records & Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Earwax Records & Cafe on file is from Mar 14, 2011. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Earwax Records & Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Earwax Records & Cafe.
Has Earwax Records & Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Earwax Records & Cafe have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Earwax Records & Cafe 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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