Fast and Fresh
Last inspected: May 21, 2013
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Score
Inspectors have visited Fast and Fresh six times, with records going back to 2010. On May 21, 2013, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. The most recent inspection at Fast and Fresh is from May 21, 2013, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code”, which has been cited four times.
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
May 21, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND TOP OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN BEHIND GRILL AREAS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: FOUND WASHCLOTHS NOT STORED PROPERLY.
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Sep 22, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 30, 2011
Complaint
9 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. All hot food shall be stored at a temperature of 140F or higher. POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE:FOUND 50 POUNDS OF SHAVED GYROS STORED ON TOP THE REAR PREP TABLE AT TEMP OF 53.8F; ALSO FOUND 10#GYRO MEAT ON SPIT AT TEMP OF 74.8F, ONCE ATHE MEAT ROLL IS PLACED ON THE BROILER SPIT,COOKING MUST BE CONTINUOS WITH THE OUTSIDE LAYER SLICED OFF WHEN COOKING IS COMPLETE.NO TIME AND TEMPERATURE LOG PROVIDED.FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED.POUNDS60, VALUE 79.CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-005(A) H000074099-13
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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. OUTER OPENING NOT PROTECTED,FOUND REAR SIDE DOOR OPENED,NO SCREEN DOOR.OBSERVED A CONTAINER OF FULL COOKED SHAVED GYROS MEAT STORED ON TOP THE REAR PREP TABLE UNCOVERED.OBSERVED 3 HOUSE FLIES INSIDE THE PREMISES.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SCREEN DOOR COMPLETELY ENCLOSED TO DOOR FRAME TO MINIMIZE INSECTS AND RODENT ACTIVITIES.SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020 H000074099-13
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance.OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED.OBSERVED GARBAGE CONTAINER WITH LID NOT ABLE TO CLOSE DUE TO TOO MUCH GARBAGE IN IT.ALSO OBSERVED WASTE OIL CONTAINER EXTERIOR DIRTY WITH GREASE BUILD-UP.GROUND HAS LAYER OF GREASE MIXED WITH STAGNATE WATER WHICH FORMED A LAYER OF BLACK AND GREEN SLIME.OBSERVED INSECTS ACTIVITIES.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN GARBAGE AREA,GARBAGE CONTAINER AND WASTE OIL CONTAINER.SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020 H000074100-14
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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 PROOF OF CITY SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON PREMISES OR NOR A CERTIFIED FOOD HANDLER WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD WERE PREPARED STORED AND SERVED(ITALIAN BEEF,GYRO MEAT,CHEESE ETC).INSTRUCTED TO ENROLL TO CLASS.SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-012 H000074100-14
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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 INTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, EXTREMELY WITH GREASE BUILD-UP.REMOVE EXCESS ICE BUILD-UP IN ALL REACH-IN FREEZERS.
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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 FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT,BUILD-UP OF GREASE.ALSO NEED TO CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN IN FRONT OF ICE MACHINE(SLIME BUILD-UP).
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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. OBSERVED BROKEN CEILING(DUE TO WATER DAMAGE) IN STORAGE / DISHROOM, NEXT TO PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DUE TO FOOD PROTECTION.
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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 BROKEN 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. PROVIDE UNTHREAD FAUCET FOR MOP SINK
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May 17, 2010
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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 WALL BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. SECURE THE STAINLESS STEEL WALL BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT SO THAT THERE ARE NO OPEN GAPS. REMOVE COBWEBS FROM THE BASEMENT CEILING AND WALLS.
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Apr 1, 2010
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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 WALL BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. SECURE THE STAINLESS STEEL WALL BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT SO THAT THERE ARE NO OPEN GAPS. REMOVE COBWEBS FROM THE BASEMENT CEILING AND WALLS.
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Mar 25, 2010
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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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. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM REPORT #10365 ON 3/18/09 NOT CORRECTED: 41/01 - REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN THE BASEMENT TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE. ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF OF THE FLOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESS ICE BUILDUP INSIDE OF THE FREEZER. MUST DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.
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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 INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE, AND INTERIOR OF 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. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE PREP AREA, REAR AREA AND BASEMENT. REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM THE FLOOR AT 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. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALL BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. SECURE THE STAINLESS STEEL WALL BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. REMOVE COBWEBS FROM THE BASEMENT CEILING AND WALLS.
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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. OBSERVED LITTER AND GARBAGE IN THE OUTSIDE PATIO AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THIS AREA. REMOVE WOOD AND UNUSED ARTICLES.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fast and Fresh last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fast and Fresh on file is from May 21, 2013. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fast and Fresh?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Fast and Fresh.
Has Fast and Fresh's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fast and Fresh have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Fast and Fresh 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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