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Garrett's Popcorn Shops

2 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604
American
Last inspected: Sep 29, 2011
90
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Garrett's Popcorn Shops has six inspections on file, the first dated 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 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 Garrett's Popcorn Shops dates to Sep 29, 2011.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Garrett's Popcorn Shops' latest score of 90 sits above the Chicago average of 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

6
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 29, 2011
Suspected Food Poisoning
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. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON ALL SHELVES AT FRONT LINE. MUST CLEAN ALL SHELVES.
33
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. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT AND ALONG CORNERS. MUST CLEAN ALL UNCLEAN EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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90
Jul 7, 2011
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Jan 4, 2011
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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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 DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREP AREA, UNDER AND AROUND ALL SHELVES AND ALL EQUIPMENT.
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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 ALL STAINED/DAMAGED CEILING TILES THROUGH REAR PREP AREA.
35
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. 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET LEAKING AT BASE. MUST REPAIR SINK.
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86
Oct 26, 2010
Complaint
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: Correct By: Thursday, October 20, 2011 Violation Codes: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. Found ceiling tiles not clean/in poor repair above popcorn maker at rear of premises.
35
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Correct By: Thursday, October 20, 2011 Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: Found popcorn scoop not properly stored.
43
90
Oct 20, 2010
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Found shelving units at rear of premises not wiped down.
32
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. Found ceiling tiles not clean/in poor repair above popcorn maker at rear of premises.
35
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Found popcorn scoop not properly stored.
43
86
Feb 8, 2010
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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. Found top of appliances not wiped down.( cooler/popcorn machine)
33
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. Found floors not swept at main kitchen areas.
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90

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 Sep 29, 2011. The public record contains six 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 three 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 two 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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