Flat Top Grill
Last inspected: Dec 15, 2011
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Score
Across the available record, Flat Top Grill has four inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The most recent visit was on Dec 15, 2011. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Note that Flat Top Grill's inspection history hasn't been updated since Dec 15, 2011; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Dec 15, 2011
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. DETAIL CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELD IN THE WOMEN'S EMPLOYEE RESTROOM.
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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. REPLACE THE BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN THE GRILL AREA, REPLACE THE FLOOR PANELING THAT IS MISSING OR COMING LOOSE IN THE BASEMENT.
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Dec 8, 2011
Routine
7 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 RODENT AND INSECT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. APPROXIMATELY 5 SMALL FLIES WERE OBSERVED AT THE BAR AND GRILL AREAS. APPROXIMATELY 35 RAT DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED BELOW THE COLD FOOD LINE, BELOW THE BAR AND IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE CLOSET. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE OR MINIMIZE THE PEST ACTIVITY. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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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 CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (BEEF, CHICKEN, FISH, RICE, ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGER INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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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. REPLACE THE BROKEN VENTILATION HOOD FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. REPAIR THE SOAP DISPENSER IN THE WOMEN'S EMPLOYEE RESTROOM.
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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 THE LIGHT SHIELD IN THE WOMEN'S EMPLOYEE RESTROOM.
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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. REPLACE THE BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN THE GRILL AREA, BEHIND THE COLD FOOD LINE. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER THE BAR. REPLACE THE FLOOR PANELING THAT IS MISSING OR COMING LOOSE IN THE BASEMENT.
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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 WALLS OF THE GRILL AREA. DETAIL CLEAN THE BASEMENT CEILING IN THE DISHWASH AREA AND SCRAPE AND REPAINT AREAS OF CHIPPED PAINT. REPAINT THE WALL IN THE WOMEN'S EMPLOYEE RESTROOM. MUST SEAL ALL WALL OPENINGS IN THE BASEMENT. REPLACE MISSING OR LOOSE BASEBOARD ALONG THE BASEMENT WALLS.
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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. THE VENTILATION FAN IN THE WOMEN'S EMPLOYEE RESTROOM IS NOT OPERATIONAL. NUST REPLACE OR REPAIR.
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Jun 3, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Apr 8, 2010
License
9 minor violations.
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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. MUST CLEAN ALL DIRTY MULTI USE PLATES BEHIND FRONT PREP AREA. DISCARD ALL BROKEN OR CRACKED MULTI USE ITEMS. (CLEAR PLASTIC STORAGE CONTAINERS, LIDS, PLATES,ETC)
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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 REPAIR BROKEN HANDLE TO SMALL REACH IN COOLER IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. LEGS TO PREP TABLE AND DISH MACHINE RINSE STATION IN DISHWASHING AREA BROKEN AND NOT LEVEL. MUST REPAIR. FRAME TO OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA SLIGHTLY BENT. MUST REPAIR AND SEAL ALL OPENINGS.
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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 DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR TOP PANEL 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. MUST SEAL GROVES IN CONCRETE UNDER BAR ICE CHEST AND REPAIR CRACKED FLOOR UNDER WAIT STATION REGISTER. MUST REPAIR BROKEN FLOOR TILES AROUND LARGE FLAT TOP GRILL IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. SEAL DEEP GROVES IN FLOORS IN VERY FRONT AND REAR OF BASEMENT AND REPAINT. REPAINT PEELING PAINT IN WALK IN COOLERS. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN BASEMENT BEHIND FREEZERS AND UNDER ALL STORAGE SHELVES.
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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 OPENINGS AROUND MOP SINK PLUMBING FIXTURES. REMOVE RUST AND PEELING PAINT FROM WALLS IN WALK IN COOLERS WHERE NEEDED AND REPAINT WITH A LIGHT COLORED NON TOXIC PAINT. SEAL OPENINGS IN WALLS IN BASEMENT STORAGE CORNER UNDER STAIRS AND REPAINT. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND REPAINT WALLS UNDER DISH MACHINE AND REMOVE ALL GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. MUST PROVIDE THE PROPER LIGHT SHEILDS AND END CAPS OVER LIGHTS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA,DISHWASHING AREA AND OVER 2 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA. PROVIDE A LIGHT SHEILD OVER LIGHT IN WALK IN COOLER.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. MUST REPAIR VENTILATION IN 1ST BASEMENT WASHROOM. REPAIR HEAVILY LEAKY PIPES AND PROVIDE A GREASE TRAP AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT. PROVIDE A BACK FLOW PREVENTER AT SODA FOUNTAIN,COFFEE MAKER AND ICE MACHINE OR LOCATE AND PROVIDE PROOF OF EXISTENCE. MUST REPAIR VENTILATION OVER LARGE FLAT TOP GRILL. MUST ALSO PROVIDE THE PROPER VENTILATION FOR 3 SMALL TABLE TOP COOKERS. (LABEL ON COOKER STATES MUST BE PROPERLY VENTILATED)
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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. PROVIDE THERMOMETERS ON INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS. (LARGE AND SMALL)
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Only employees must dispense ice for consumer use with scoops, tongs, or other ice dispensing utensils. Customers must dispense ice through appropriate automatic self-service ice dispensing equipment. MUST PROVIDE SMALLER DISPENCERS AND SNEEZE GUARDS FOR SELF SERVICE COOKED RICE TO PREVENT MISHANDLING AND OTHER CONTAMINATION.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Flat Top Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Flat Top Grill on file is from Dec 15, 2011. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Flat Top Grill?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Flat Top Grill.
Has Flat Top Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Flat Top Grill have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Flat Top Grill 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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