J & J Fish

8508 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60617

Seafood

Last inspected: Aug 25, 2011

Score

Low Risk

J & J Fish appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Aug 25, 2011. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. The most recent inspection at J & J Fish is from Aug 25, 2011, 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 and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 25, 2011

Complaint

3 minor violations.

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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: FOUND EXTERIOR OF COOLERS NOT CLEAN AND 1 COOLER WITH BROKEN HINGES.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: FOUND MOPS AND BROOMS NOT STORED PROPERLY.

Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

Inspector notes: FOODHANDLERS NOT WEARING HAIR RESATRAINTS.

Jun 17, 2010

Complaint

4 minor violations.

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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

Inspector notes: FOUND RAW CHICKEN WINGS IN REAR REACH-IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES 50.1F. ITEMS WERE DENATURED AND DISCARDED, 30LBS. VALUED AT $40.00. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COLD FOODS AT 40F OR LOWER. CITATION #34171-18

Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

Inspector notes: FOOD NOT PROTECTED-FOUND RAW MEAT IN A PLASTIC BAG SITTING IN A PLASTIC CONTAINER OF WATER UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS IN COLD HOLDING UNITS.

Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

Inspector notes: FOUND REAR DUMPSTER LIDS AJAR-NOT TIGHT FITTED. INSTRUCTED TO CLOSE AND KEEP TIGHT FITTED. CITATION #34172-10

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE WORKING VENTILLATION TO REAR TOILET ROOM.

Jan 25, 2010

Routine

4 minor violations.

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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 LININGS TO BULK CONTAINERS AFTER THEY HAVE BEEN DETAILED CLEANED AND SANITIZED.

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 INTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENTS.

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, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN WALK-IN FREEZER,IN ALL CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENTS.

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. MUST REPLACE ALL WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN FRONT AND REAR THROUGHOUT.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was J & J Fish last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at J & J Fish on file is from Aug 25, 2011. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at J & J Fish?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at J & J Fish.

Has J & J Fish's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at J & J Fish have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at J & J Fish 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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