Interurban
Last inspected: May 16, 2019
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Score
The health department has logged three inspections at Interurban, the earliest from 2018. The newest entry in the record is dated May 16, 2019. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well. The file hasn't been updated since May 16, 2019, so take the current picture with that in mind.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 10 violations each, up from closer to five violations before.
“Food properly labeled” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting Interurban on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
May 16, 2019
Routine
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ONSITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE CITY'S HEALTH FORM OR SIMILAR DOCUMENTS USED TO DEMONSTRATE COMPLIANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO CLEAN UP KIT OR PROCEDURES ONSITE FOR VOMITING OR DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE KIT AND POST PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE DATE MARKINGS ON TCS/RTE FOODS, PREPARED ONSITE AND HELD IN COOLERS OVER 24 HRS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSUME BY DATES AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON MENUS REGARDING RAW EGGS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED. (REFER TO HANDOUT)
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL BROWNIES & TRAIL MIX SOLD AT FRONT COUNT WITH INGREDIENTS, NAME AND PLACE OF MANUFACTURER, PACKER OR DISTRIBUTOR. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR BROKEN HANDLES ON PREP COOLER IN THE PREP AREA ACROSS FROM THE GRILL, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACE OF 1-DOOR UPRIGHT FREEZER AND LOWER SHELVES ON PREP TABLES IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR SINK IN STAFF TOILET ROOM IN BASEMENT, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATION FROM HOOD FILTERS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE THE ONLINE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE.
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May 8, 2018
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COVERS FOR THE ICE BINS LOCATED BEHIND THE BAR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED THE WEATHER STRIPPING AT THE REAR EXIT DOOR IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: NO SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE INSTALLED ON THE WASHROOM DOOR WHICH OPENS INTO THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. MUST INSTALL A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE ON THE WASHROOM DOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NO GREASE TRAP/INTERCEPTOR OBSERVED ON THE PREMISES. MUST INSTALL A GREASE TRAP AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OR PROVIDE LOCATION UPON NEXT INSPECTION.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED A LEAK AT THE HAND SINK IN THE EMPLOYEE'S WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF SCRAP METAL AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT STORED IN THE ENCLOSED PARKING LOT AROUND THE BUSINESS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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Feb 15, 2018
License
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COVERS FOR THE ICE BINS LOCATED BEHIND THE BAR.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: NO SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE INSTALLED ON THE WASHROOM DOOR WHICH OPENS INTO THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. MUST INSTALL A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE ON THE WASHROOM DOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NO GREASE TRAP/INTERCEPTOR OBSERVED ON THE PREMISES. MUST INSTALL A GREASE TRAP AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OR PROVIDE LOCATION UPON NEXT INSPECTION.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF SCRAP METAL AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT STORED IN THE ENCLOSED PARKING LOT AROUND THE BUSINESS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Interurban last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Interurban on file is from May 16, 2019. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Interurban?
Across the inspection record, “food properly labeled” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Interurban.
Has Interurban's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Interurban have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Interurban means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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