Garlic & Chili Thai Cuisine
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2017
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Score
Going back to 2010, Garlic & Chili Thai Cuisine has 11 inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 3, 2017. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Public records show no inspections at Garlic & Chili Thai Cuisine since Mar 3, 2017, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 3, 2017
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUCT TAPE ON EXTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLER IN DRY STORAGE ARE. REMOVE DUCT TAPE AND MAINTAIN COOLER. OBSERVED GROCERY BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE. GROCERY BAGS ARE NOT PERMITTED. FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS MUST BE USED.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER WITHIN COOLER/ COLD HOLD UNIT ON COOKING LINE. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 29, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN GASKETS AT THE COOKLINE PREP COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRTY FLOORS BENEATH THE CHEST FREEZERS AND BROKEN FLOOR TILES AT REAR DRY STORAGE ROOM.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL AND REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VENTILATION COVER WITH ACCUMULATION OF DUSTS AT FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DUSTS AND MAINTAIN ALL VENTS.
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May 9, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Multi use utensils on shelving next to the kitchen 2 door cooler not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use and maintain.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Remove aluminum foil liner on bottom shelving of kitchen prep table and seal rust on bottom of said table using a non-toxic finish and maintain. Broken lid on 1 chest freezer at rear storage room must be replaced/repaired and maintain.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Mechanical ventilation inside the employees toilet room is not working.Instructed to repair and maintain.
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Aug 6, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED BROKEN LIDS OF CHEST FREEZERS AT THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN....ALSO NOTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNIT WRAPPED INSIDE PLASTIC BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS IN AN APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINER.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LEAKAGE ON FAUCET OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED CLUTTER AT THE REAR DRY STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND/OR REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.
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Dec 18, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: LABEL THE BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: REGLUE THE LOOSE FLOOR TILES UNDERNEATH THE WOK STATION.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE DUST FROM THE CEILING TILES AND LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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May 19, 2014
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR AROUND WALLS AND UNDER EQUIPMENT AND REMOVE DEAD INSECTS FROM THE FLOOR.
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Jul 1, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NOT CLEAN BEHIND CHEST FREZZER IN DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM, DOOD DEBRIES ALL ALONG. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK NOTED UNDER 3-COMP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER NOTED AT STORAGE SHELVES, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND BETTER ORGANIZE.
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Apr 2, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL FOODS STORED IN COOLERS MUST BE DATED & LABELED. All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES MUST BE REPLACED. ALL LINERS UNDER PREP TABLE OR STORAGE SHELVES MUST BE REMOVED. All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: WINDOW SILL TO THE RIGHT OF FRYER, BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES & UNDER FRONT COUNTER, FAN GUARDS OF COOLERS-DUE TO FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE OR DUST. All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS UNDER DRY STORAGE SHELVES, AROUND/BEHIND CHEST FREEZERS & AROUND WATER TANK MUST BE KEPT CLEAN. The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.
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Jan 27, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jan 19, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IMPROPERLY MAINTAINED. OBSERVED WATER FLOWING FROM THE MIDDLE TO THE LEFT COMPARTMENT FROM AN OPENING AT THE BOTTOM OF THE SINK DIVIDER WHEN THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE SINK WAS FILLED WITH WATER AND RELEASED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SINK SO THAT IT CAN BE USED PROPERLY FOR DISHWASHING PURPOSES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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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 INTERIOR OF THE GLASS 2 DOOR PREP COOLER IN THE PREP AREA.
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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 DUST ON THE CEILING TILES OF THE PREP AREA.
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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. MECHANICAL VENTILATION FAN IN THE RESTROOM IS NOT OPERATING. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE.
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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 INSIDE REACH-IN PREP COOLER AND BEVERAGE COOLER USED TO STORE MILK.
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Jan 20, 2010
Routine
4 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 WINDOW SEAL IN PREP AREA.
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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 CLEAN FLOORS BEHIND ALL COOLERS,ALONG WALLS AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS. MUST REPAIR ALL BROKEN OR CRACKED FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA.
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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. MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES OVER REAR STORAGE AREA. REPAIR ALL CRACKS IN WALLS IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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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. PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SHELVING RACKS IN REAR STORAGE AREA TO PROPERLY STORE ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Garlic & Chili Thai Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Garlic & Chili Thai Cuisine on file is from Mar 3, 2017. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Garlic & Chili Thai Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Garlic & Chili Thai Cuisine.
Has Garlic & Chili Thai Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Garlic & Chili Thai Cuisine have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Garlic & Chili Thai Cuisine 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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