Kingfisher Restaurant
Last inspected: Oct 6, 2011
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Kingfisher Restaurant has been inspected three times since 2011. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 6, 2011. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Note that Kingfisher Restaurant's inspection history hasn't been updated since Oct 6, 2011; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed”, showing up two times.
Kingfisher Restaurant's latest score is in line with the Chicago average of 81. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspection History
Oct 6, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
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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. MUST INVERT ALL CLEAN UTENSIL (POTS,PANS,PLATES,BOWLS,ETC) ON SHELVES AND COUNTERS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. ALSO MUST EMPTY OPEN CAN FOODS INTO A STORABLE CONTAINER SUCH AS PLASTIC,GLASS OR STAINLESS BEFORE STORAGE IN COOLER.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FOIL LININGS ON STORAGE SHELVES. PROVIDE TOILET TISSUE HOLDER IN STAFF RESTROOM AT THE BASEMENT.
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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. CLEAN STAINS ON 3 COMP.SINK IN BAR,TOILET BOWL IN EMPLOYEE RESTROOM DOWN STAIRS,AND INSIDE EDGE LINES OF HOOD.
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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. ALL EMPLOYEE HANDLING FOODS AND WASHING DISHES MUST HAVE HAIR RESTRAINT ON.
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Jan 27, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jan 18, 2011
License
10 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. 2DOOR STAND TALL REACH IN COOLER IN KITCHEN AT 50.0F NO FOOD INSIDE NEED REPAIR TO MAINTAIN 40F OR BELOW.NO CITATION ISSUED LIC.INSPECTION NO FOOD ON PREMISES,NOT OPEN OR OPERATING AT THIS TIME.
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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. REAR EXIT DOOR IN KITCHEN,FRONT AND SIDE PARKING ENTRY DOORS NOT PROPERLY RODENT PROOFED ABOUT 1/2" TO 1 1/2" GAP EXIST ON ABOVE SAID DOORS.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR NO CITATION ISSUED.NO FOOD ON PREMISES,NOT OPERATING DURING LICENSE INSPECTION.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WOODEN TABLES IN KITCHEN AND IN BASEMENT PREP AREAS BADLY WORNNED OUT WITH BROKEN PARTS,REPAIR RUSTED AND DAMAGE METAL SIDES ON STEAM TABLE,AND RUSTS ON STORAGE SHELVES INCLUDING THE ONES INSIDE COOLERS.MUST REMOVE FOIL LININGS ON STORAGE COUNTERS IN KITCHEN.MUST PROVIDE LID FOR ICE BIN IN BAR.ALSO 3COMP.SINK AND ICE BIN IN BAR NEEDS CLEANING, AND PROVIDE SCREEN ON WINDOW IN KITCHEN.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO TO CLEAN DEBRIS AND STAINS ON 1COMP.SINK IN BSMT.,DRAWER STORAGE ON PREP TABLE IN BSMT.,AND HOOD WALLS.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DEBRIS ON FLOORS IN BSMT.,CLEAN AND PAINT WALK IN COOLER FLOORS.MUST SEAL OPENING ON FLOOR ALONG WALL OUTSIDE. ALSO MUST ELEVATE BOXES AND PRODUCTS IN STORAGE ROOMS 6" OFF FLOORS AT ALL TIMES.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OPENING ON WALLS IN BSMT.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON TOILET DOOR IN BSMT..
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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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKING ON DISH WASHING MACHINE,AND LEAKING KNOBS ON 1COMP.SINK IN BSMT.
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Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector notes: Soiled and clean linens, coats, and aprons shall be properly stored. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAMPERS FOR CLEAN AND SOILED WIPE CLOTHS HANGING ALOVER IN KITCHEN,AND STORE PROPERLY.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE EXCESS CLUTTER IN BSMT.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kingfisher Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Kingfisher Restaurant on file is from Oct 6, 2011. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Kingfisher Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Kingfisher Restaurant.
Has Kingfisher Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kingfisher Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Kingfisher 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.
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