Halsted Street Deli — Erik's Deli
Last inspected: Jul 16, 2018
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Inspectors have visited Halsted Street Deli — Erik's Deli 23 times, with records going back to 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 16, 2018. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. The file hasn't been updated since Jul 16, 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 four violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code”, showing up 11 times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Halsted Street Deli — Erik's Deli is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspection History
Jul 16, 2018
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED EMPLOYEE TO PROVIDE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY PROCEDURE FOR CLEAN UP POLICY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: MANAGER ON DUTY WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE NOT ABLE TO PROVIDE THE ALLERGEN AWARNESS. INSTRUCTED EMPLOYEE TO PROVIDE.
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Mar 19, 2018
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ON STEAMTABLE AT IMPROPER HOT TEMPERATURES: APPROX 3-LBS OF MEATBALLS AT 80.0F, 2-LBS OF TURKEY SAUSAGE AT 91.0F, 1-LB OF PORK SAUSAGE AT 131.4F. ALL FOODS REMOVED AND DISCARDED BY MANAGER APPROX $ 20.00-CDI. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY RE-HEAT ALL FOODS TO 165F OR HIGHER FOR AT LEAST 15 SEC PRIOR TO HOLDING INSIDE OF ANY HOT HOLDING UNIT. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CHIP PAINT ON WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME ARTICLES, STORAGE IN EMPLOYEES WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CLUTTER.
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Jan 31, 2018
Routine
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: OBSERVED CHIP PAINT ON WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME ARTICLES, STORAGE IN EMPLOYEES WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CLUTTER.
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Apr 18, 2017
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE TOP SURFACE ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NEEDS TO BE RECAULKED. INSTRUCTED TO RECAULK AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE MEAT SLICER AND KNIFE RACK HAS FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS ON THEM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: THE FLOORS UNDER/AROUND THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT NEEDS TO BE CLEANED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 11, 2017
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FOUND THE FRONT REACH IN COOLER (CLOSEST TO THE DOORWAY TO THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA) IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA NOT ABLE TO MAINTAIN THE REQUIRED TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR LOWER. THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE WAS 60.4F. UNIT WAS TAGGED AND CAN NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH INSPECTOR. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL COOLERS MAINTAIN THE REQUIRED TEMPERTATURE OF 40F OR LOWER. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. 1/2LB. OF TURKEY (54.0F), 1/2LB. HAM (55.6F), 1/2LB. PASTRAMI (56.7F), 3LBS. OF THE BIG ITALIAN (55.8F), 1/2LB. OF CHICKEN (57.6F), 1LB CORNED BEEF (57.2F), 1LB TUNA (57.2F), 10LBS CHEESE (55.8-56.5F), 8LBS. OF CUT TOMATOES (56.1F) AND MAYO (58.6F). MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED OF THE PRODUCT, AN ESTIMATE VALUE OF $50. INSTRUCTED TO STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT 40F OR LOWER. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT(S) ON SITE FOR THE SANITIZER USED AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOR FOR THE BUCKETS OF SANITIZER FOR WASH CLOTHS USED TO WIPE SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CHEMICAL TEST KITS AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE TOP SURFACE ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NEEDS TO BE RECAULKED. INSTRUCTED TO RECAULK AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE MEAT SLICER AND KNIFE RACK HAS FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS ON THEM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: THE FLOORS UNDER/AROUND THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT NEEDS TO BE CLEANED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FOUND THE VENT IN THE FRONT FOOD PREPARATION AREA WITH DIRT AND DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: THE WASH CLOTHS ARE NOT PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FROM COUNTER TOPS AND STORE IN A BUCKET OF SANITIZER (MUST BE AT THE REQUIRED PPM OF SELECTED SANITIZER). MAINTAIN SAME.
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Jun 28, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEGGS AND WHEELS ON BOTH PREP TABLES IN REAR PREP AREA NOT CLEAN OF BUILD-UP OF DEBRIS.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: VENT COVERS ABOVE WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER NOT CLEAN.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Mar 14, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED. MANAGER HAVE ONLY A COPY OF HIS CERTIFICATE POSTED ON WALL. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-012
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LARGE HOLE IN WALL AND PEELING PAINT AT REAR PREP ARE NEAR BACK DOOR.MUST REPAIR. ALSO CEILING VENT ABOVE STEAMTABLE NOT CLEAN(DUSTY). MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Dec 10, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE INTERIOR SURFACES OF BOTH MICROWAVE OVENS TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRI.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR/REPLACE MISSING WALL COVING UNDER THE 3-COMP SINK ACROSS FROM THE 3RD COMPARTMENT ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR SLOW DRAINING 1-COMP SINK AT THE FRONT PREP AREA NEXT TO THE HAND SINK.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION UNTIL USED AT ALL TIMES.
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Feb 19, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR/REPLACE THE DAMAGED AND IN POOR REPAIR GREASE TRAP LID COVER LOCATED UNDER THE 3-COMP SINK. SURFACE IS EXTREMELY RUSTED OUT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN, SANITIZE AND REPAIR LOOSE AND BROKEN FLOOR TILES UNDER THE SODA DISPENSING MACHINE AREA INSIDE THE 2 DOOR CABINET.
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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 REMOVE ACCUMULATED DUST ON THE DUST FAN COVERS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE ALL STAFF MEMBERS WITH THEIR ILLINOIS FOOD SERVICE HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES. MUST PROVIDE ABOVE STATED DOCUMENT FOR ALL STAFF FOR THE NEXT ROUTINE INSPECTION.
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Aug 12, 2014
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 5, 2014
License
4 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: NO PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK OR PROOF OF PEST CONTROL AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED NO PROOF OF PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION AND NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. IE...DELI MEATS, EGGS, BREAKFAST SAUSAGE ETC..INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAVE A CERTIFICATE POSTED AND A MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHILE HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. A PERSON ARRIVED MIDWAY THROUGH INSPECTION WITH CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: SODA MACHINE IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN 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: WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Mar 21, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS THAT ARE WORN AND DISCOLORED IN NEED OF REPLACING. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN NEED OF CLEANING IN BATHROOM AND STORAGE CLOSET. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ANY CLUTTER IN STORAGE AREA AND BATHROOM MUST BE REMOVED. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Dec 20, 2013
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF FLOOR DRAINS AND FLOORS AROUND 3-COMP. SINK AND GREASE TRAP.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A COVER TO THE VENT ABOVE THE FRONT PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BROKEN HANDLE ON TOILET IN EMPLOYEE'S TOILET ROOM AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELIMINATE CLUTTER AND ORGANIZE STORAGE AREA ACROSS FROM EMPLOYEE'S TOILET ROOM.
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Dec 12, 2013
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES: OBSERVED MALE EMPLOYEE GO IN BACK TO USE THE PHONE TO CALL FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER THEN CAME BACK TO FRONT PREP AREA AND STARTED MAKING A SANDWICH WITH THE SAME GLOVES ON. NO (PROPER) HANDWASHING. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY WASH HANDS WHEN MULTI-TASKING, TOUCHING PHONE, BODY, BEFORE/AFTER GLOVE USE, ETC. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010(A)
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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: NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A WRITTEN LOG AND IT MUST BE MAINTAINED AND AVAILABLE AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR NO MANAGER ON SITE WHILE SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (I.E. SOUP, BEEF, CHICKEN, PORK, ETC.) INSTRUCTED TO HAVE BOTH ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WITH ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE POSTED IN PLAIN VIEWING OF CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012 MANAGER WAS CALLED ON SITE, ARRIVED AT 11:40AM AND GAVE HIS WALLET CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF FLOOR DRAINS AND FLOORS AROUND 3-COMP. SINK AND GREASE TRAP.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A COVER TO THE VENT ABOVE THE FRONT PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BROKEN HANDLE ON TOILET IN EMPLOYEE'S TOILET ROOM AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELIMINATE CLUTTER AND ORGANIZE STORAGE AREA ACROSS FROM EMPLOYEE'S TOILET ROOM.
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Jul 26, 2013
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE RIPPED RUBBER GASKETS ON PREP REACH IN COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Jul 19, 2013
Routine
3 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: FOUND 10 SMALL LIVE FLIES IN THE REAR BY THE WALK IN COOLER, 5 IN THE FRONT BY THE PEPPER SALAD BAR AND 1 LARGE FLY IN THE DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SMALL FLIES, CLEAN THE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR ASSISTANCE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE RIPPED RUBBER GASKETS ON PREP REACH IN COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST FIX LEAK AT THE PIPE UNDER THE FRONT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK.
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Feb 27, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CABINET UNDER BEVERAGE STATION.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM FLOOR AROUND GREASE TRAP UNDER 1-COMP. SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN CEILING ABOVE FRONT PREP AREA-REMOVE DUST/DIRT.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING TO EMPLOYEE'S TOILET ROOM AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 1, 2011
Tag Removal
No violations found.
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Oct 18, 2011
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector notes: In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago. OBSERVED WASTE WATER BACKING UP AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, MOP SINK AND 1-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL PLUMBER IMMEDIATELY. SUPERVISOR NOTIFIED.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: Adequate and convenient toilet facilities shall be provided. They should be properly designed, maintained, and accessible to employees at all times. EMPLOYEES WASHROOM TOILET BOWL NOT FLUSHING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR TOILET AND USE BUILDING WASHROOM ACROSS THE HALL, AND POST OUT OF ORDER SIGN ON EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR. WASHROOM IS TAGGED BY CDPH AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO FAX A REQUEST FOR TAG REMOVAL AT (312)746-4240
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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. OBSERVED PREMISES USING PLASTIC BAGS AS STOPPERS IN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE STOPPERS(X3) AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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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/DIRT BUILD UP ON EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAPS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN GREASE TRAPS.
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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. OBSERVED WATER ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE/KEEP FLOOR DRY THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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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. 1-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET DRAINING SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. 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. REAR STORAGE AREA CLUTTERED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR OR REMOVE ITEMS.
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Jan 28, 2011
Routine
3 minor violations.
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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. PREP COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS RIPPED. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL DAMAGED COOLER DOOR GASKETS.
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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. MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER INSIDE FRONT SODA COOLER.
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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. SODA STORAGE ROOM CLUTTERED. MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR IN ORDER TO PROPERLY CLEAN FLOOR.
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Jul 15, 2010
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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. Found rear of premises not organized/personal items shoes,clothes etc.
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Feb 4, 2010
Complaint
No violations found.
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Jan 25, 2010
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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 some food debris at rear kitchen areas.
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Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector notes: Soiled and clean linens, coats, and aprons shall be properly stored. Found washcloths not properly stored.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. Observed foodhandler not wearing hair restraint.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Halsted Street Deli — Erik's Deli last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Halsted Street Deli — Erik's Deli on file is from Jul 16, 2018. The public record contains 23 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Halsted Street Deli — Erik's Deli?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited 11 times, more than any other issue at Halsted Street Deli — Erik's Deli.
Has Halsted Street Deli — Erik's Deli's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Halsted Street Deli — Erik's Deli have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Halsted Street Deli — Erik's Deli 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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