Garrett's Popcorn Shops
Last inspected: Mar 28, 2018
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Score
Inspectors have visited Garrett's Popcorn Shops nine times, with records going back to 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 28, 2018. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. The file hasn't been updated since Mar 28, 2018, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code”, showing up five times.
That's lower than the typical Chicago restaurant, which scores around 81. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspection History
Mar 28, 2018
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: Observed no hot water throughout facility. Noted water at all sinks at 65-80 degrees f. Instructed manager to restore hot water. Violation was corrected during inspection. Temperature of water was 112F. Critical violation 7-38-030
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed black and yellow mold like substance embedded in caulk line of 3 compartment sink. Instructed manager to remove, re caulk and maintain at all times.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed missing light shield covers at left light fixture above 3 comp sink and on left side light fixture above cash register at front counter. Also observed missing light shield cover in rear holding room. Instructed manager to provide and maintain at all times. Observed paper towel dispenser unit laying on shelving racks above exposed hand sink in rear. Instructed manager to repair and to maintain at all times.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Observed 2 sets of burned-out lights above rear prep area directly above three comps sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed low water pressure at exposed hand sink in rear next to 3 compartment sink. Instructed manager to increase water pressure. Maintain at all times.
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Aug 29, 2017
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 22, 2017
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: Observed spray bottle inside basin of hand sink, and several large items (garbage can, etc.) or pieces of equipment stored in front of hand sink in rear prep area. Hand sink must be easily accessible at all times. Hand sink may only be used for washing hands. Instructed must not store any items inside hand sinks. Operator removed spray bottle and rearranged items to provide access to hand sink during inspection. Critical violation 7-38-030.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: Observed liquid dripping from air conditioning unit onto clean food contact surfaces (bowls, pans, utensils, etc.). Contaminated water is also dripping onto drying racks, and into 3 compartment sink below. Instructed must clean and sanitize all utensils and relocate clean utensils to prevent future contamination. Must provide barrier or protection for 3 compartment sink to prevent contamination from liquid dripping from air condition unit above. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Observed previously issued minor violations not corrected from report #1947163, dated 7/26/16. Must correct the following previous minor violations: #33 TOP AND SIDES OF AREA GREASE TRAP NOT CLEAN.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN. #34 FLOORS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS AROUND GREASE TRAP AT 3-COMP SINK.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN. #35 OBSERVED UPPER AND LOWER WALLS AND WALLS AROUND GREASE TRAP.MUST CLEA/MAINTAIN. NOT CLEAN IN POPCORN PREP AREA OF DEBRIS.CEILING TILES IN FRONT AREA AND BACK PREP AREA ARE NOT CLEAN,SOILED.MUST CLEAN OR REPLACE. Serious violation # 7-42-090.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Observed lights not working or missing in the ventilation hood. Must repair and maintain same.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed ventilation hood not working. Must repair and maintain same. Observed slow draining 3 compartment sink (all basins). Must repair and maintain same.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed back prep area very cluttered, hard to walk around to access all equipment. Must organize to provide proper access to all sinks and equipment. Must maintain same.
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Jul 26, 2016
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: TOP AND SIDES OF AREA GREASE TRAP NOT CLEAN.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS AROUND GREASE TRAP AT 3-COMP SINK.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UPPER AND LOWER WALLS AND WALLS AROUND GREASE TRAP.MUST CLEA/MAINTAIN. NOT CLEAN IN POPCORN PREP AREA OF DEBRIS.CEILING TILES IN FRONT AREA AND BACK PREP AREA ARE NOT CLEAN,SOILED.MUST CLEAN OR REPLACE.
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Oct 8, 2014
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 UNDER BASEMENT STORAGE SHELVING WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALL ITEMS MUST BE STORED ELEVATED FROM THE BASEMENT FLOOR 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: MUST PROVIDE A VENT COVER FOR THE VENT INSIDE THE HOOD.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THREE STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Oct 30, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LOOSE RUBBER GASKET AT REFRIGERATOR DOOR TO AVOID ESCAPING AIR. UNIT IS AT PROPER TEMPERATURE AT THIS TIME.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SOME CEILING TILES ARE STAINED IN COLOR DUE TO HEAT FROM POPCORN COOKERS; CLEAN OR REPLACE. WIPE DOWN WALLS IN PREP AREA WHERE NEEDED.
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Sep 14, 2012
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER THE 3COMP SINK AND UNDER THE POPCORN POPPING MACHINES TO REMOVE GRIME.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE BOTTOM PORTION OF WALL UNDER 3COPM SINK AND BEHIND THE POPCORN POPPING MACHINES IN THE REAR TO REMOVE GRIME. MUST ALSO REPLACE OR REPAINT DARK STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Aug 3, 2011
Routine
3 minor violations.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: One copy of the Food Inspection Report Summary must be displayed and visible to all customers. NO SUMMARY DISPLAYED IN BUSINESS. NEW SUMMARY PUT IN PUBLIC VIEW AT THIS TIME.
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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. THE FLOORS ARE DIRTY IN THE CORNERS, CLEAN THE FLOORS IN DETAIL.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET LEAKS, REPAIR THE FAUCET.
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Dec 20, 2010
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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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. OBSERVED A LOW SUCTION AT EXHAUST HOOD OF THE POPPER, MUST ADDRESS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Garrett's Popcorn Shops last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Garrett's Popcorn Shops on file is from Mar 28, 2018. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Garrett's Popcorn Shops?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Garrett's Popcorn Shops.
Has Garrett's Popcorn Shops' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Garrett's Popcorn Shops have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Garrett's Popcorn Shops 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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