Illinois Sportservice Inc. — Sherm Lollars Guard the Plate Grille Stand #524

333 W 35Th St, Chicago, IL 60616
Catering
Last inspected: Aug 31, 2011
74
Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, Illinois Sportservice Inc. — Sherm Lollars Guard the Plate Grille Stand #524 has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2010. Illinois Sportservice Inc. — Sherm Lollars Guard the Plate Grille Stand #524 was last inspected on Aug 31, 2011. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either. Illinois Sportservice Inc. — Sherm Lollars Guard the Plate Grille Stand #524's record stops at Aug 31, 2011, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

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

Looking across the full record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.

The city-wide average sits at 81, which Illinois Sportservice Inc. — Sherm Lollars Guard the Plate Grille Stand #524's 74 doesn't quite reach. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 31, 2011
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All hot food shall be stored at a temperature of 140F or higher. FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS(2 CHEESEBURGERS/ 3 HAMBURGERS) INSIDE HOT HOLDING UNIT (AIR TEMPERATURE OF HOT HOLDING UNIT AT (145.5-148.4F) AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF 109.5F-122.3F. NO TIME/TEMPERATURE LOGS PROVIDED. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN HOT FOODS AT 140F AND ABOVE AT ALL TIMES. APPROXIMATE VALUE $5.00. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED SAID PRODUCTS AT THIS TIME. CRITICAL 7-38-005(A) ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUST INSIDE FREEZER, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INSIDE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
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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. PROVIDE FLOOR DRAIN COVER NEXT TO WALK-IN COOLER. CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN BY WALK-IN COOLER AND KEEP FLOOR DRY.
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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. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPING AT REAR. PROVIDE CEILING PANEL AT REAR PREP.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Apr 4, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Mar 30, 2011
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUST INSIDE FREEZER, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INSIDE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
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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. PROVIDE FLOOR DRAIN COVER NEXT TO WALK-IN COOLER. CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN BY WALK-IN COOLER AND KEEP FLOOR DRY.
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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. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPING AT REAR. PROVIDE CEILING PANEL AT REAR PREP.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PROVIDE LIGHT BULB AT HOT HOLDING UNIT. REPAIR CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD AT REAR PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. PROVIDE CONTAINER TO STORE ICE SCOOPS AT SODA FOUNTAIN UNITS.
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Mar 28, 2011
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: All food establishments shall be provided with an adequate supply of hot and cold water under pressure properly connected to the city water supply. NO H0T RUNNING WATER AT EXPOSED HAND WASH SINKS AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL 7-38-030.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUST INSIDE FREEZER, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. PAINT EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INSIDE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
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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. PROVIDE FLOOR DRAIN COVER NEXT TO WALK-IN COOLER. CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN BY WALK-IN COOLER AND KEEP FLOOR DRY.
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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. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPING AT REAR. PROVIDE CEILING PANEL AT REAR PREP.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PROVIDE LIGHT BULB AT HOT HOLDING UNIT. REPAIR CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD AT REAR PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. PROVIDE CONTAINER TO STORE ICE SCOOPS AT SODA FOUNTAIN UNITS.
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Apr 2, 2010
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPING AND CONDUITS AT REAR WALK-IN COOLER AND ABOVE SODA SYRUP UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING PANELS AT FRONT PREP AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE LIGHT BULB ABOVE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD AT FRONT PREP AREA.
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Mar 29, 2010
Routine
No violations found.
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Mar 26, 2010
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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. MUST RECAULK AROUND THE EXPOSED (REAR) HANDSINK.
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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. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.
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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 AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENTS.
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Mar 25, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: All food establishments shall be provided with an adequate supply of hot and cold water under pressure properly connected to the city water supply. FOUND NO HOT WATER AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND HAND WASH SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER AT SAID PLUMBING FIXTURES AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL 7-38-030. HOT WATER RESTORED AT PLUMBING FIXTURES AFTER HOT WATER TANK RECOVERED. STAND NOT OPEN AT THIS TIME.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT RUSTY RACKS AND REMOVE RUST FROM EXTERIOR OF WALK-IN COOLER.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKS UNDER HAND SINK AND FAUCET NECK AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER ABOVE TOP LOADING PRAIRIE FARMS ICE CREAM MACHINES.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS INSIDE REFRIGERATORS AT FRONT PREP AREA.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Illinois Sportservice Inc. — Sherm Lollars Guard the Plate Grille Stand #524 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Illinois Sportservice Inc. — Sherm Lollars Guard the Plate Grille Stand #524 on file is from Aug 31, 2011. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Illinois Sportservice Inc. — Sherm Lollars Guard the Plate Grille Stand #524?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Illinois Sportservice Inc. — Sherm Lollars Guard the Plate Grille Stand #524.

Has Illinois Sportservice Inc. — Sherm Lollars Guard the Plate Grille Stand #524's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Illinois Sportservice Inc. — Sherm Lollars Guard the Plate Grille Stand #524 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Illinois Sportservice Inc. — Sherm Lollars Guard the Plate Grille Stand #524 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.