Just Turkey Restaurant

8301 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
American
Last inspected: Dec 10, 2013
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Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2010, Just Turkey Restaurant has eight inspections in the public record. On Dec 10, 2013, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. Public records show no inspections at Just Turkey Restaurant since Dec 10, 2013, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

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

“Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four 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.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 10, 2013
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTS IN BACK REAR 3-COMP SINK.
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Sep 10, 2013
Complaint
9 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF PREP COOLER 57.2F COOLER IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A CITATION ISSUED.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF SLICED TOMATOES 62.4F, RAW TURKEY 59.6F, RAW FISH 59.2F, HOT DOG 57.3F STORED IN PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD APPROXIMATLEY 6LBS,$20. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A CITATION ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE DAMAGED GASKETS ON PREP COOLER DOORS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN ALL COOLERS, SINKS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES. REPAIR AND PAINT WALLS AS NEEDED.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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May 15, 2013
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OPENING AROUND WALL OUTLET BEHIND PREP TABLE.MUST SEAL.
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May 8, 2013
Complaint
2 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 MORE THAN 15 MICE DROPPINGS ON PREMISES ON PREMISES INSIDE STORAGE CLOSET FLOORS.MUST CLEAN /SANITIZE AREAS.CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE.SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OPENING AROUND WALL OUTLET BEHIND PREP TABLE.MUST SEAL.
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Jul 16, 2012
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN DEBRIS UNDER STORAGE IN REAR.
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Feb 16, 2012
Routine
2 minor violations.
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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.BAGGED CHARCOAL STORED ON FLOOR AT PIT.MUST ELEVATE OFF FLOOR ON PALLET.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. 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.MUST REMOVE DIRTY MOP WATER AFTER USE AND CLEAN/MAINTAIN MOP BUCKET AFTER EACH USE.
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Feb 10, 2011
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.OBSERVED THE TABLE STORAGE SHELF RUSTY INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST.
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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.OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN INTERIOR OF UPRIGHT COOLER AND FREEZER.
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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.CLEAN FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT FRONT AND REAR PREP, STORAGE AREAS.
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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. Use dustless cleaning methods.OBSERVED THE CEILING VENTS NOT CLEAN DUSTY INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DUST. ALSO REPLACE FRONT CEILING TILE (BROKEN).ALSO REATTACH 2 CEILING TILES OVER FRONT PREP AREA.
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Mar 2, 2010
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Just Turkey Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Just Turkey Restaurant on file is from Dec 10, 2013. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Just Turkey Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Just Turkey Restaurant.

Has Just Turkey Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Just Turkey Restaurant have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Just Turkey Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.