Eli's Grab-N-Go
Last inspected: Jun 14, 2011
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Across the available record, Eli's Grab-N-Go has three inspections on file, the first dated 2011. The latest inspection on file is from Jun 14, 2011. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. The most recent inspection at Eli's Grab-N-Go is from Jun 14, 2011, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
“Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Eli's Grab-N-Go trails the local norm. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspection History
Jun 14, 2011
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. FOUND 10 LBS OF RAW EGGS, 15 LBS OF CHEESE, 6 LBS OF A VARIETY OF SAUCES, 40 LBS RAW CHICKEN, 20 LBS OF COOKED RIBS AT TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 70.1 - 60.1 DEGREES F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISPOSE AND DENATURE. MANAGER COMPLIED. TOTAL WEIGHT 91 LBS, VALUE $200 DOLLARS. ALL WEIGHTS AND VALUES ARE APPROXIMATIONS. REFRIGERATION UNI WAS WORKING AT PROPER TEMPERATURE. CITATION #70476-17
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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. PROVIDE SCREEN DOOR FOR REAR OF RESTAURANT.
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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 PEELING LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK IN FREEZER.
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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. REMOVE ACCUMULATED DUST FROM HOOD VENT.
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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 GARBAGE BAGS, OLD GREASE TRAP, PLASTIC TUBS FILLED WITH WATER, CARDBOARD, PALLETS ETC FROM OUTSIDE REAR OF PREMISES INCLUDING COMPRESSOR ROOM. REMOVE WOOD FROM BEHIND DUMPSTERS. CLEAN AND ORGANIZE CLEANING SUPPLY ROOM NEXT TO WASHROOM IN REAR.
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May 18, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Apr 22, 2011
License
12 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE MORE ADEQUATE REFRIGERATION TO SUPPORT BUSINESS OPERATION. MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT ON SITE AND PROPERLY CONNECTED TO VERIFY THAT IT MAINTAINS PROPER TEMPERATURES. (MUST PROPERLY EXTEND ANY WASTE LINES TO A FLOOR DRAIN) MUST ALSO HAVE ALL REFRIGERATION ON AND OPERATING TO VERIFY PROPER TEMPERATURES.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: PROVIDE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND WASHING FACILITIES.
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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: MUST PROVIDE A WRITTEN PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PREMISES. MUST RODENT PROOF DOOR IN REAR STORAGE ROOM AROUND ALL FOUR SIDES.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AN OUTSIDE WASTE GREASE RECEPTACLE TO COLLECT WASTE GREASE. (INSRUCT WASTE COMPANY TO PLACE YOUR BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS ON EXTERIOR OF GREASE RECEPTACLE AND MUST PROVIDE WRITTEN PROOF THAT GARBAGE RECEPTACLES ARE BEING SHARED WITH ADJACENT BUSINESS)
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Inside containers or receptacles: adequate number, properly covered and insect/rodent proof
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE WASTE RECEPTACLES FOR WASHROOM AND PREP AREAS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: SEAL OR PAINT ALL RAW WOOD DOOR FRAMES AND DOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. MUST ENCASE PIPES LOCATED ABOVE REAR EXPOSED HAND BOWL. MUST PROVIDE DOORS FOR SMALL PREP COOLER. MUST SEAL OPENING IN WALL ABOVE WASHROOM.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL OPENINGS AND CRACKS IN FLOORS IN STORAGE ROOM WHERE WALK IN FREEZER IS LOCATED. MUST PAINT CONCRETE FLOORS IN STORAGE AREAS WITH A LIGHT COLORED NON TOXIC PAINT AND MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST INSTALL BASEBOARD AROUND WALLS IN STORAGE AREAS AND FURNACE ROOM WHERE MISSING.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES BEHIND TOILET BOWL AND UNDER WASHBOWL IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MUST SEAL OPENINGS AROUND ELECTRICAL OUTLETS WHERE NEEDED. MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS ALONG WALL BASES AND EXPOSED BRICKS IN STORAGE AREA WHERE WALK IN FREEZER IS LOCATED.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT WASHROOM DOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A BACK FLOW DEVICE AT THE MOP SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR INTERIOR OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE EXTREME CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY CLUTTER AND BETTER ORGANIZE REMAINING ITEMS. STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR. PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SHELVING RACKS TO STORE ALL DRY GOODS,CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND FOODS ITEMS. REMOVE BRICKS AND OTHER CLUTTER IN REAR OUTSIDE AREAS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Eli's Grab-N-Go last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Eli's Grab-N-Go on file is from Jun 14, 2011. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Eli's Grab-N-Go?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Eli's Grab-N-Go.
Has Eli's Grab-N-Go's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Eli's Grab-N-Go have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Eli's Grab-N-Go 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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