Johnny's Grill I

2545-2547 N Kedzie Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647
American
Last inspected: Sep 6, 2017
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Score
Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Johnny's Grill I stretching back to 2015. The most recent report on file is from Sep 6, 2017. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. The file hasn't been updated since Sep 6, 2017, so take the current picture with that in mind.

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

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

The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Johnny's Grill I on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspection History
Sep 6, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: found some food items not properly dated in cooler, must properly date food items in cooler.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Caulk around exposed hand sink in kitchen prep area in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Reach in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Jun 1, 2017
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE NOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS HAMBURGERS, BEEF CHILI, FISH SANDWICH ETC. INSTRUCTED TO OPERATE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER AT ALL TIMES POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE BINS WITHOUT COVERS AT THE FRONT BAR AREA . MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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May 24, 2017
Routine
4 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: OBSERVED WEST SIDE EXIT EMERGENCY DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF DOOR HAS APPROXIMATELY ONE INCH OPENINGS ON BOTTOM DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION. 7-38-012.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY NOT POSTED IN PLAIN VIEW OF ESTABLISMENT CUSTOMERS. GIVEN TODAYS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POSTED IN PLAIN VIEW OF ESTABLISHMENT. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010(b).
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE BINS WITHOUT COVERS AT THE FRONT BAR AREA . MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRTH AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH SINKS BEHIND FRONT BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 10, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: NOTED ASSORTED PASTRIES (DOUGH NUTS) AT THE FRONT COUNTER WITH NO LID OR PROTECTIVE COVER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A PROTECTIVE COVER FOR THE DOUGH NUTS. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 8 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $60.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NOTED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED (HAMBURGERS,FISH, SALADS ETC). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-012
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED SLIGHT DISCOLORATION INSIDE THE LINING OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED DIRTY WASH CLOTHS ON PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL WASH CLOTHES IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Jun 25, 2015
License
7 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DRAIN BOARDS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOOSE BASBOARDS IN FRONT AND REAR DINNING AREAS. ALSO OBSERVED LOOSE FLOOR VENT COVER UNDER CUSTOMER SEATING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNFINISHED PAINTING ON WALL AND EXIT DOOR IN FRONT DINNING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PAINT, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NON SHATTERPROOF LIGHTING ABOVE ICE MACHINE IN REAR AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NON SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON 3 WASHROOM DOORS (CUSTOMER AND EMPLOYEE). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING FILTERS ON KITCHEN HOOD ABOVE GRILL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER THROUGHOUT (BASEMENT, REAR OUTSIDE AREAS). INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Johnny's Grill I last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Johnny's Grill I on file is from Sep 6, 2017. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Johnny's Grill I?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Johnny's Grill I.

Has Johnny's Grill I's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Johnny's Grill I have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Johnny's Grill I means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.