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Hotel Monaco

225 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60601
American
Last inspected: Feb 19, 2013
82
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Hotel Monaco has four inspections on file, the first dated 2011. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 19, 2013. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Hotel Monaco's record stops at Feb 19, 2013, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average is 81, putting Hotel Monaco squarely in typical territory. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 19, 2013
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1321745 ON 2/6/13 NOT CORRECTED: 18/01 - OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF ALL PREP AREAS AND DISHWASH AREA, AND ALSO IN THE DINING ROOM ON THE WALLS, CEILING AND BOOTHS. APPROXIMATELY 50 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED IN THESE AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. MANAGEMENT HAD PEST CONTROL SERVICE FROM ANDERSON ON 2/13/13. MANAGEMENT USED A VACUUM TO ELIMINATE MOST OF THE FLIES ON THE WALLS, CEILING AND DINING BOOTHS IN THE DINING ROOM. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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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: SEE VIOLATION #14.
18
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREAS, DISHWASH AREA AND BAR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE COOK'S LINE ESPECIALLY IN THE BACK CORNER, AND WALLS OF THE DISHWASH AREA ESPECIALLY AROUND THE WALL MOUNTED DISHRACKS AND BELOW THE STAINLESS STEEL COUNTERS.
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82
Feb 6, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SANITIZING RINSE AT THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE IN THE DISHROOM. NO CHLORINE SANITIZER WAS DETECTED AT THE FINAL RINSE FOR THE DISHMACHINE. MACHINE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST MAINTAIN THE FINAL RINSE OF THE DISHMACHINE AT 100 PPM CHLORINE AND USE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH AND SANITIZE DISHES UNTIL THE TAG IS REMOVED FROM THE DISHMACHINE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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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: OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE PREP AREAS AND DISHWASH AREA, APPROXIMATELY 50 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED IN THESE AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. ALSO, THE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WAS NOT AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW DURING THE INSPECTION. ACCORDING TO THE MANAGER, IT WAS KEPT INSIDE OF A LOCKED OFFICE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
18
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREAS, DISHWASH AREA AND BAR.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN WALLS OF THE DISHWASH AREA ESPECIALLY AROUND THE WALL MOUNTED DISHRACKS AND BELOW THE STAINLESS STEEL COUNTERS.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR THE LEAKING DRAIN LINE UNDER THE DISHWASH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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78
Nov 5, 2012
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE ICE MACHINE. MUST STORED OUTSIDE ICE MAKER IN A CLEAN SURFACES.
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95
May 11, 2011
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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. RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE PREP COOLERS, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hotel Monaco last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hotel Monaco on file is from Feb 19, 2013. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hotel Monaco?

Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hotel Monaco.

Has Hotel Monaco's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hotel Monaco have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hotel Monaco 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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