In & Out Fast Food

2815 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
American
Last inspected: Nov 28, 2011
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Score
Medium Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at In & Out Fast Food, the earliest from 2011. In & Out Fast Food was last inspected on Nov 28, 2011. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical. The most recent inspection at In & Out Fast Food is from Nov 28, 2011, and nothing newer appears in the public record.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near eight violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting In & Out Fast Food on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

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Inspection History
Nov 28, 2011
Reinspection
8 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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENTS THROUGH RAT DROPPINGS. APPROXIMATELY 20 RAT DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED ON FLOORS BEHIND CLUTTERED CHEST FREEZER,ALONG THE NORTH WALLS WERE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES ARE STORED. DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS.FOUND REAR DOOR TO FOOD ESTABLISHMENT NOT INSECT/RODENT PROOFED APPROX:1/4" MODE OF ENTRY AT BOTTOM OF SAID DOOR.ALSO NO PEST CONTROL CO LOG BOOK PROVIDED. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY,RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING ALL ACCROSS BOTTOM OF SAID DOOR,REMOVE ALL CLUTTER. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE INSPECTION REPORT#635111 DATED:10/27/11. NO ENTRY AT THIS TIME.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE INSPECTION REPORT#635111 DATED:10/27/11.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE INSPECTION REPORT#635111 DATED:10/27/11.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE INSPECTION REPORT#635111 DATED:10/27/11.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE INSPECTION REPORT#635111 DATED:10/27/11.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE INSPECTION REPORT#635111 DATED:10/27/11.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE INSPECTION REPORT#635111 DATED:10/27/11.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE INSPECTION REPORT#635111 DATED:10/27/11.
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Nov 9, 2011
Reinspection
8 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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENTS THROUGH RAT DROPPINGS. APPROXIMATELY 20 RAT DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED ON FLOORS BEHIND CLUTTERED CHEST FREEZER,ALONG THE NORTH WALLS WERE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES ARE STORED. DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS.FOUND REAR DOOR TO FOOD ESTABLISHMENT NOT INSECT/RODENT PROOFED APPROX:1/4" MODE OF ENTRY AT BOTTOM OF SAID DOOR.ALSO NO PEST CONTROL CO LOG BOOK PROVIDED. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY,RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING ALL ACCROSS BOTTOM OF SAID DOOR,REMOVE ALL CLUTTER. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE INSPECTION REPORT#635111 DATED:10/27/11.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE INSPECTION REPORT#635111 DATED:10/27/11.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE INSPECTION REPORT#635111 DATED:10/27/11.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE INSPECTION REPORT#635111 DATED:10/27/11.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE INSPECTION REPORT#635111 DATED:10/27/11.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE INSPECTION REPORT#635111 DATED:10/27/11.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE INSPECTION REPORT#635111 DATED:10/27/11.
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Oct 27, 2011
Routine
9 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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishment.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENTS THROUGH RAT DROPPINGS. APPROXIMATELY 20 RAT DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED ON FLOORS BEHIND CLUTTERED CHEST FREEZER,ALONG THE NORTH WALLS WERE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES ARE STORED. DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS.FOUND REAR DOOR TO FOOD ESTABLISHMENT NOT INSECT/RODENT PROOFED APPROX:1/4" MODE OF ENTRY AT BOTTOM OF SAID DOOR.ALSO NO PEST CONTROL CO LOG BOOK PROVIDED. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY,RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING ALL ACCROSS BOTTOM OF SAID DOOR,REMOVE ALL CLUTTER. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served.NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT DURING THIS INSPECTION WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (HOT DOGS ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT WAS INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT WITH THEIR ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES MUST BE PROPERLY STORED,INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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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.MUST PROVIDE MISSING SOME SINK STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMP 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.DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS,SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENTS,GRILL,DEEP FRYER,COOLERS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES AND LEGS OF EQUIPMENTS,SHELVINGS,BEHIND SERVICE COUNTER.
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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.FLOORS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENT THROGHOUT THE PREMISES REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING,ELEVATE ARTICLES STORED 6" OFF FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING.
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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.MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE HOOD,PROVIDE MISSING FILTER SAME AREA.
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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.DETAIL CLEAN,ORGANIZE THE PREMISES INCLUDING HOT WATER TANK AREA,REMOVE UNNECECESSARRY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.CLEANING EQUIPMENTS MUST BE 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.MUST PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINT FOR FOOD HANDLER.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was In & Out Fast Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at In & Out Fast Food on file is from Nov 28, 2011. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at In & Out Fast Food?

Across the inspection record, “clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at In & Out Fast Food.

Has In & Out Fast Food's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at In & Out Fast Food have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at In & Out Fast Food means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.