Fixture — the Purple Otter
Last inspected: Nov 29, 2011
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Fixture — the Purple Otter appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 29, 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 Fixture — the Purple Otter dates to Nov 29, 2011.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly nine violations before.
Across the inspection history, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Fixture — the Purple Otter on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspection History
Nov 29, 2011
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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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. TORN RUBBER GASKETS ON BOTH FREEZERS REPAIRED WITH DUCT TAPE MUST REPLACE/PROPERLY 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. LEFT SIDE OF GAS STOVE AND SIDES OF BOTH DEEP FRYER WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE. CORNERS AND RUBBER GASKETS INSIDE BOTH LINE COOLERS WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 21, 2011
Routine
9 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. WALK IN COOLER FOUND AT 48.7F. NO FOODS IN COOLER AT TIME OF INSPECTION. BEER AND CHIPS IN COOLER ONLY. COOLER TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT USE UNTIL REPAIRED AND MAINTAINS TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW C.D.P.H. CONTACTED FOR INSPECTION AND TAG REMOVAL. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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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 VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON PREMISES. MUST PROVIDE AND POST.
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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 VIOLATIONS FROM 6-28-10 #154392 NOT CORRECTED.#32-MUST NOT USE TINFOIL AS LINER FOR EQUIPMENT OR SHELVING.BOTH PREP CUTTING BOARDS IN POOR CONDITION WITH DEEP BLACKENED GROOVES, MUST RE-SURFACE OR REPLACE.#33- INTERIOR/EXTERIOR ALL COOLERS AND EQUIPMENT MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.#34-FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING NEED DETAIL CLEANING, DEBRIS REMOVED. BEHIND BAR, UNDER REAR DRY STORAGE SHELVES. ALL STORED ITEMS MUST BE ELEVATED FROM FLOORS 6" OR ABOVE.#36-BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE REAR COOLERS, MUST REPLACE.#37-MENS WASHROOM DOOR MUST HAVE SELF-CLOSING DEVICE.#38-LEAK AT NOZZLE ON KITCHEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, MUST REPAIR.
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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. ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED.
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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. REACH IN FREEZER AND COOLER DOORS REPAIRED WITH DUCT TAPE. MUST PROPERLY REPAIR WITH CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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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. INTERIOR ICE MACHINE MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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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. HOLE IN FLOOR UNDER BAR. MUST SEAL. FLOOR OF WALK-IN COOLER WITH DIRT, DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN.
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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 INSTALL PROPER DRAIN LINES ON BAR SODA GUN DISPENSING HOLDERS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Jun 28, 2010
Routine
9 minor violations.
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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. MUST NOT USE TINFOIL AS LINER FOR EQUIPMENT OR SHELVING.BOTH PREP CUTTING BOARDS IN POOR CONDITION WITH DEEP BLACKENED GROOVES, MUST RE-SURFACE OR REPLACE.
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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. INTERIOR/EXTERIOR ALL COOLERS AND EQUIPMENT MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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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 IN THE FOLLOWING NEED DETAIL CLEANING, DEBRIS REMOVED. BEHIND BAR, UNDER REAR DRY STORAGE SHELVES. ALL STORED ITEMS MUST BE ELEVATED FROM FLOORS 6" OR ABOVE.
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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. WALL AT KITCHEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, CEILING THROUGHOUT KITCHEN WITH DIRT AND FOOD SPLATTER, MUST CLEAN.
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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. BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE REAR COOLERS, MUST REPLACE AND CLEAN DIRTY SHIELD IN REAR KITCHEN.
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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. MENS WASHROOM DOOR MUST HAVE SELF-CLOSING DEVICE.
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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. LEAK AT NOZZLE ON KITCHEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, MUST REPAIR. MUST REMOVE THREADED NOZZLE ON EXPOSED HAND SINK.
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Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector notes: Soiled and clean linens, coats, and aprons shall be properly stored. WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CONTAINER WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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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 FOR TALL REACH IN FREEZER.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fixture — the Purple Otter last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fixture — the Purple Otter on file is from Nov 29, 2011. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fixture — the Purple Otter?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Fixture — the Purple Otter.
Has Fixture — the Purple Otter's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Fixture — the Purple Otter have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Fixture — the Purple Otter 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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