Halsted Street Deli & Bagel
Last inspected: Dec 5, 2023
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Inspectors have visited Halsted Street Deli & Bagel 15 times, with records going back to 2014. On Dec 5, 2023, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. The most recent inspection at Halsted Street Deli & Bagel is from Dec 5, 2023, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” comes up most often, recorded seven times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Halsted Street Deli & Bagel is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Dec 5, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
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Nov 8, 2022
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2 CUTTING BOARDS IN FRONT PREP AREA COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LID ON PREP COOLER IS LOOSE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BOTH HANDLES ON WASHBOWL SINK IN TOILET ROOM ARE HARD TO TURN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GARBAGE CAN IN UNISEX TOILET ROOM HAS BROKEN LID. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED TRASH CAN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF DUST ON VENT OVER UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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May 5, 2021
Routine
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COLD TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN A PREP COOLER IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD TCS COLD FOODS AT 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 (CITATION COMBINED WITH VIOLATION #21; 3-501.16(A:1)) CHICKEN 1LB $16 SLICED/DICED TOMATOES 1.5LBS $2 EGG WHITES .5LBS $4 EGGS 1LBS $4 TOMATO SOUP 1.5LBS $6
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREP COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA AT AN IMPROPER COLD TEMPERATURE, COOLER WAS AT 60F WITH TCS FOODS INSIDE. FOOD WAS DISCARDED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCONTINUE USING COOLER UNTIL SERVICED AND REPAIRED, AND MAINTAINING A COLD TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED. COOLER TAGGED.
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Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOT TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES ON HOT FOOD LINE. CHICKEN, 60F, AND MEATBALLS, 110F. MANAGER VOLUTARILLY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD HOT TCS FOODS AT 134F OR ABOVE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE TORN DOOR GASKET ON 3-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN REAR PREP. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM BLADE ON MOUNTED CAN OPENER IN PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS ON PREP COOLERS IN FRONT PREP AREA, DARK GROOVES AND STAINS PRESENT, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN .
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN UNISEX EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM LOCATED IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Feb 18, 2020
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A TORN GASKET ON PREP COOLER LOCATED IN REAR STORAGE AREA NEAR ENTRANCE TO REAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN UNISEX EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM LOCATED IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONE CUTTING BOARD ALONG MAIN PREP LINE COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE CUTTING SURFACES.
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Apr 16, 2019
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: IMPROPER COOLING DOWN METHOD FOR GRILLED CHICKEN, COOKED CHICKEN STACKED HIGH IN A COVERED DEEP CONTAINER, INSTRUCTED TO COOL FOODS IN A SHALLOW PAN.
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Jul 30, 2018
Reinspection
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE HOT DOGS PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED THAT A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-012
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURES IN PLACE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP PROCEDURES AND ALL RELATED CLEAN UP MATERIALS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IMPLEMENTED ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO IMPLEMENT EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF TRAINING ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-012(A), NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON SITE HAVE NO COMPLETED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING AS MANDATED BY PA 100-0367. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXHAUST FAN IN EMPLOYEE RESTROOM INOPERABLE. MUST REPAIR.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREPACKAGED FOODS (PASTA SALAD, COOKIES, ETC) OFFERED FOR CUSTOMER SELF SERVICE IN AT THE FRONT COUNTER AND BEVERAGE COOLERS WITHOUT PROPER LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER LABELS ON ALL PREPACKAGED "TO-GO" ITEMS OFFERED FOR CUSTOMER SELF SERVICE.
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Jul 25, 2018
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS HELD IN THE PREP TOP COOLER (UNIT CLOSEST TO STEAM TABLE) AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. NOTED: TUNA, 52 DEGREES F; CHICKEN, 53-54 DEGREES F; DELI MEAT, 52 DEGREES F; COOKED CORN, 49 DEGREES F; CHEESES, 49-50 DEGREES F; BEEF, 50 DEGREES F; HOT DOGS, 47 DEGREES F; CUT TOMATOES, 51 DEGREES F. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL COLD TCS FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 41 DEGREES F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. OPERATOR VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 10 LBS OF PRODUCT WORTH $100. PRIORITY VIOLATION: 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: 4-301.11 OBSERVED PREP TOP COOLER (UNIT NEXT TO STEAM TABLE) HOLDING IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 46 DEGREES F, WHILE TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS MUST MAINTAIN AT 41 DEGREES F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. THE UNIT WAS TAGGED DURING INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL THE CDPH HAS REMOVED THE TAG. PRIORITY VIOLATION: 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IMPLEMENTED ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO IMPLEMENT EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF TRAINING ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-012(A), NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURES IN PLACE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP PROCEDURES AND ALL RELATED CLEAN UP MATERIALS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON SITE HAVE NO COMPLETED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING AS MANDATED BY PA 100-0367. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREPACKAGED FOODS (PASTA SALAD, COOKIES, ETC) OFFERED FOR CUSTOMER SELF SERVICE IN AT THE FRONT COUNTER AND BEVERAGE COOLERS WITHOUT PROPER LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER LABELS ON ALL PREPACKAGED "TO-GO" ITEMS OFFERED FOR CUSTOMER SELF SERVICE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXHAUST FAN IN EMPLOYEE RESTROOM INOPERABLE. MUST REPAIR.
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Sep 18, 2017
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed wiping cloths improperly stored on counter tops throughout front and rear prep areas. Must properly store all wiping cloths in a clean sanitizer solution when not in use.
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Sep 15, 2017
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: Observed facility unable to maintain proper temperature in reach in coolers in the front prep area. Found ambient air temperature to be @ 54.1F, and 61.19F in the two coolers. Must keep all refrigeration at 40F or less at all times. All potentially hazardous foods discarded from 2 reach in prep coolers. Instructed must not use equipment until it has been repaired. 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 at improper temperatures in the 2 reach in coolers in the front prep area. Found assorted cooked chicken @ 53.4F-62.1F; deli meats such as ham, turkey, and roast beef @ 51.8F-57.6F; egg salad @ 57.9F; chicken salad @ 62.4F; diced tomatoes @ 65.5F; assorted cheeses such as shredded cheddar, american slices, and feta @ 50.0F-64.4F. Instructed all potentially hazardous foods must be held at 40F or less or 140F or more at all times. Operator voluntarily discarded denatured foods during inspection. 7-38-005(a).
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Observed food handler in front prep area (prepping sandwiches) without proper hair restraint. All food handlers must wear a proper hair restraint (hat, hair net, etc.) while in prep areas.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed wiping cloths improperly stored on counter tops throughout front and rear prep areas. Must properly store all wiping cloths in a clean sanitizer solution when not in use.
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Dec 15, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: SANDWICH PREP COOLER UPPER DOOR PLASTIC INTERIOR DAMAGED/PEELING ALSO SAID DOOR DOES NOT CLOSE ALL THE WAY, OBSERVED 1/2 INCH GAP BETWEEN DOOR GASKET AND TOP OF COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED SANDWICH COOLER DOOR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE REACH IN COOLERS AT FRONT PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN DOOR RUBBER GASKETS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON CEILINGT TILES AROUND VENTILATION COVER ABOVE REAR PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN CEILING TILES.
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Mar 25, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: SANDWICH PREP COOLER DOOR INTERIOR IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE DAMAGED SANDWICH PREP COOLER DOOR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON PREP AREA REACH IN COOLERS CONDENSERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN COOLERS CONDENSERS ALSO MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR FOOD HANDLERS ALSO SELF SERVICE SODA COOLER (3RD COOLER TO THE RIGHT SIDE) MISSING THERMOMETER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND CALIBRATE METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR FOOD HANDLERS AND PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR SELF SERVICE COOLER.
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Feb 9, 2015
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: NO PREVIOUS SUMMARY REPORT POSTED/DISPLAYED ON SITE IN PLAIN VIEW FOR THE CUSTOMER FROM REPORT # 1401546 DATED 2/26/14. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS 7-42-010(B). NEW SUMMARY REPORT ISSUED TO POST.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER BESIDE THE 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER(PERSONAL BELONGING,SHOES,CLOTHES BAG,ETC) INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SEPARATE PLACE FOR ALL PERSONAL BELONGING.
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Feb 26, 2014
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Feb 24, 2014
License
1 minor violation.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: PREMISE DOES NOT HAVE THE ORIGINAL COPY OF CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION. MANAGER PRESENTED A PHOTO COPY OF CITY FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE AND A SERVE SAFE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE THE ORIGINAL COPY OF CITY CERTIFICATE UPON RE-INSPECTION. NO CITATION ISSUED TODAY.
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Jan 29, 2014
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Halsted Street Deli & Bagel last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Halsted Street Deli & Bagel on file is from Dec 5, 2023. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Halsted Street Deli & Bagel?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Halsted Street Deli & Bagel.
Has Halsted Street Deli & Bagel's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Halsted Street Deli & Bagel 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 & Bagel 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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