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Flavor Shack

2305 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60659
American
Last inspected: Nov 4, 2013
78
Score
Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Flavor Shack stretching back to 2012. Flavor Shack was last inspected on Nov 4, 2013. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Public records show no inspections at Flavor Shack since Nov 4, 2013, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

Across the inspection history, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

The city-wide average sits at 81, which Flavor Shack's 78 doesn't quite reach. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 4, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found food items not properly dated in coolers, reach in freezer, must date food items in coolers, reach in freezer.
30
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving, prep table lower shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls in kitchen prep area, and in employee bathroom not clean, need cleaning(detailed).
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust canopy hot clean, had excess grease build up, needs detailed cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation) in coolers, kitchen prep area and bathroom not clean, need detailed cleaning.
38
78
Apr 19, 2012
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REMAINS TO BE CORRECTED BY 7/17/12.
35
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: REMAINS TO BE CORRECTED BY 7/17/12.
37
90
Apr 17, 2012
License
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER FOR GARBAGE DISPOSAL.
19
Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A METAL DRAIN BOARD FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
24
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR DAMAGED WALLS BESIDE THE HOOD.
35
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST READJUST THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON THE DOOR OF THE WASHROOM.
37
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR THE MOP SINK.(SLOW DRAINING).
38
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Flavor Shack last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Flavor Shack on file is from Nov 4, 2013. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Flavor Shack?

Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Flavor Shack.

Has Flavor Shack's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Flavor Shack have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Flavor Shack 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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