Lindy's Chili- Gertie's Ice Cream & Chili
Last inspected: Aug 28, 2018
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Score
Going back to 2010, Lindy's Chili- Gertie's Ice Cream & Chili has 15 inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Aug 28, 2018. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection. Lindy's Chili- Gertie's Ice Cream & Chili's record stops at Aug 28, 2018, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around eight violations each, up from closer to five violations before.
“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” comes up most often, recorded 10 times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Aug 28, 2018
Routine
4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.11 OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES AT THIS TIME, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-012. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO CLEAN PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3-501.17 OBSERVED NO DATE MARKING SYSTEM ON PREMISES AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 OBSERVED NO DISCLOUSER STATEMENT ON THE MENU AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12 OBSERVED SOUP TWO TYPES IN 2 DOOR COOLER NOT PROPERLY LABELED, INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11A OBSERVED RUSTY COOLER STORAGE RACKS, INSTRICTED TO REMOVE THE RUST.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11C OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE FRYER DOORS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED THE WALLS NOT CLEAN IN FRONT PREP AND REAR PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-102.11 OBSERVED ONE CRACKED CEILING TILE, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED THE FLOOR NOT CLEAN UNDER THE FRONT FRYERS, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/REMOVE THE GREASE FROM UNDER THE FRYERS.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.B OBSERVED ONE FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE EXPIRED, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CURRENT FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA100-0367 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Aug 14, 2017
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARD AT FRONT PREP LINE AT TOP OF PREP COOLER WITH DEEP, DARK STAINS. INSTD TO MAINTAIN CUTTING BOARDS. TORN RUBBER DOOR GASKETS AT REAR UPRIGHT COOLER AND AT FRONT PREP COOLER. INSTD TO REPLACE GASKETS AND MAINTAIN
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: ALL STORAGE SHELVES THROUGH OUT, INTERIOR OF CABINET UNDER BEVERAGE STATION, AND ALL MOTORS AND HARDWARE OF ALL COOLERS NOT CLEAN, DUST/DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS THROUGH OUT REAR NOT CLEAN, FOOD DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MISSING METAL STEM THERMOMETER TO VERIFY COLD TEMPERATURES, ONLY HAS THERMOMETER THAT VERIFIES 100F OR ABOVE. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER THERMOMETER FOR BOTH COLD AND HOT FOODS.
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Jul 3, 2017
Routine
7 minor violations.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY NOT DISPLAYED OR VISIBLE TO CUSTOMERS. INSTD TO DISPLAY AND HAVE VISIBLE TO CUSTOMERS AT ALL TIMES. VIOLATION 7-42-010B SERIOUS.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM 12/5/16 REPORT 1976493 NOT CORERCTED: 38- INSTALL EXPOSED SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA. VIOLATION SERIOUS 7-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARD AT FRONT PREP LINE AT TOP OF PREP COOLER WITH DEEP, DARK STAINS. INSTD TO MAINTAIN CUTTING BOARDS. TORN RUBBER DOOR GASKETS AT REAR UPRIGHT COOLER AND AT FRONT PREP COOLER. INSTD TO REPLACE GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: ALL STORAGE SHELVES THROUGH OUT, INTERIOR OF CABINET UNDER BEVERAGE STATION, AND ALL MOTORS AND HARDWARE OF ALL COOLERS NOT CLEAN, DUST/DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS THROUGH OUT REAR NOT CLEAN, FOOD DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MISSING METAL STEM THERMOMETER TO VERIFY COLD TEMPERATURES, ONLY HAS THERMOMETER THAT VERIFIES 100F OR ABOVE. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER THERMOMETER FOR BOTH COLD AND HOT FOODS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: MALE FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTD TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINT.
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Dec 16, 2016
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA.
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Dec 5, 2016
Routine
5 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 OVER 50 RAT DROPPINGS INSIDE CABINET UNDER POP MACHINE IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1734688 ON 3-23-16: 32-REMOVE RUST DEPOSITS INSIDE ICE MACHINE AND RUSTY SHELVING IN REAR REACH-IN COOLER. REPLACE DAMAGED GASKET ON REAR REACH-IN COOLER DOOR. 33-CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ICE CREAM FREEZERS AND COMPRESSOR UNITS, PREP AND REACH-IN COOLERS, POTATO SLICER,N SHAKE MIXER, FRYER CABINETS, CABINETS UNDER POP MACHINE AND FRONT COUNTER AREAS. 34-CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. 35-REPLACE ALL STAINED AND DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN FRONT PREP AREA. CLEAN ALL STAINED LIGHT SHIELDS. 36-REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA. 38-INSTALL BACK FLOW DEVICE ON UTILITY SINK. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE STOPPERS. REPAIR LEAKING HANDLE ON RIGHT URINAL IN MEN WASHROOM. 41-ORGANIZE STORAGE AREA UNDER STAIRWAY. 42-ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE DAMAGED GASKET ON RIGHT PREP COOLER DOOR IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN/PAINT REAR WALL NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTALL EXPOSED SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA.
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Mar 23, 2016
Routine
9 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY OR CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (CHILI 159.7F) PREPARED AND SERVED. A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AR ALL TIMES POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012A
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE RUST DEPOSITS INSIDE ICE MACHINE AND RUSTY SHELVING IN REAR REACH-IN COOLER. REPLACE DAMAGED GASKET ON REAR REACH-IN COOLER DOOR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ICE CREAM FREEZERS AND COMPRESSOR UNITS, PREP AND REACH-IN COOLERS, POTATO SLICER, SHAKE MIXER, FRYER CABINETS, CABINETS UNDER POP MACHINE AND FRONT COUNTER AREAS.
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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 AND DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN FRONT PREP AREA. CLEAN ALL STAINED LIGHT SHIELDS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTALL BACK FLOW DEVICE ON UTILITY SINK. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE STOPPERS. REPAIR LEAKING HANDLE ON RIGHT URINAL IN MEN WASHROOM.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ORGANIZE STORAGE AREA UNDER STAIRWAY.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Feb 3, 2015
Routine
6 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: FOUND NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED NOR A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE PREPARING/SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (I.E. CHILI, BEEF, CHICKEN, ETC.) INSTRUCTED TO HAVE BOTH ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN CHEMICAL TEST KITS FOR THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK (SANITIZING COMPARTMENT AND FOR WASH CLOTHS). SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO FIX/REPLACE THE BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF THE 2-DOOR REACH IN FREEZER AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR AREA. MUST MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN LIGHTSHIELDS TO THE LIGHTS IN THE REAR PREP AREA.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
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Apr 7, 2014
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE RUSTY RACKS IN THE REAR REACH IN COOLER AND ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT. MUST MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE MEAT SLICER, CABINETS/SHELVES, STORAGE RACKS, INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS, COOLERS AND FREEZERS-REMOVE EXCESS ICE BUILD UP. MUST DETAIL CLEAN OR REPLACE STAINED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS, FRONT/REAR CLOSETS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT THROUGH OUT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A COVER FOR THE FLOOR DRAIN IN THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: VENTILATION HOOD IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. STAINED LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. CEILING AND VENTS IN TOILET ROOMS. WALLS UNDER/AROUND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, COOLERS AND FREEZERS IN THE REAR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VENTILATION IN TOILET ROOMS DOES NOT WORK. MUST FIX AND MAINTAIN VENTILATION.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE THE BROKEN HOT WATER KNOB ON THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND MAINTAIN.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE ALL WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION (MUST HAVE THE CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS OF THE SANITIZING AGENT) WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Apr 30, 2013
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CONTINUE TO CLEAN INTERIOR OF FRYER DOORS, EXTERIOR OF STOVE TOP, FRONT FREEZER FAN GUARD COVER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: NEED TO CLEAN REAR/ FRONT STORAGE AREAS AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN CEILING ABOVE 2 DOOR FREEZER/ FILL HOLES IN WALL.
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Apr 23, 2013
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 30 RODENT DROPPINGS IN FRONT/REAR STORAGE AREAS NEED TO CLEAN SANITIZE AREAS. NEED TO FILL ALL HOLES IN WALLS ALSO. HAVE PEST CONTROL RETURN FOR SERVICE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF FRONT CABINETS, FRYER DOORS, EXTERIOR OF STOVE TOP ALSO CLEAN FRONT FREEZER FAN GUARD COVER (DUSTY).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: NEED TO CLEAN FLOOR UNDER BOOTHS, FRONT/REAR STORAGE AREAS AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN DUSTY CEILING ABOVE 2 DOOR FREEZER REAR. NEED TO FILL HOLES IN WALL FRONT/REAR STORAGE AREAS.
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May 18, 2012
Routine
5 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 RUSTY COOLER STORAGE RACKS IN REAR 2 DOOR COOLER. NEED TO CLEAN AND 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.NEED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE FRY CUTTER, CLEAN FAN GUARD COVER IN REAR 2 DOOR COOLER, HOOD, FILTER, DEFROST BOX FREEZER EZCESSIVE ICE.
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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.OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVERS IN LADIES ROOM AND IN REAR DISH AREA NEED TO PROVIDE.
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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.FRONT CEILING TILES NEED CLEANING (GREASE FROM HOOD) CLEAN CEILING VENTS DUSTY. CLEAN/REPAINT WALLS IN REAR DISH AREA.
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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.ONE EMPLOYEE WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINT NEED TO PROVIDE.
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Jun 28, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jun 20, 2011
Routine
8 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. All food establishments that prepare, sell, or store hot food shall have adequate hot food storage facilities. FOUND REACH IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 57.2 DEGREES. REACH IN COOLER IS BEING TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME. COOLER CAN NOT BE USED UNTIL REPAIRED AND REINSPECTED BY THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. CONTACT CDPH VIA FAX 312-746-4240 WHEN READY FOR REINSPECTION OF REACH IN COOLER. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A) CITATION ISSUED. FACILITIES NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. All hot food shall be stored at a temperature of 140F or higher. FOUND THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: 2 5LBS OF CHILI 55.3 DEGREES, TUNA SALAD 54.7 DEGREES, HOMEMADE COLESLAW 53.4 DEGREES, ETC.. ALL PRODUCTS HAVE BEEN DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. TOTAL VALUE $70.00 37.5LBS CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A) CITATION ISSUED. POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE.
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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. FOUND LIVE FRUIT FLY ACTIVITY IN REAR AREA LEADING TO PUBLIC WASHROOMS (9), REAR STORAGE AREA (25), AND REAR HALLWAY TO OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA (6). FOUND 8-10 RAT DROPPING IN REAR STORAGE AREA. MUST CLEAN ALL EFFECTED AREAS AND SANITIZE. CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED. IMPROPER PEST CONTROL.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 9-23-10 REPORT #413842 ; #32 RUSTY WIRE RACKS, #33 EXTERIOR SIDES OF FLAT TOP GRILL, INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS INCLUDING GASKETS, STORAGE SHELVES, PREP TABLES, STORAGE TABLES INCLUDING LEGS AND WHEELS NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS. #34 FLOORS THROUGH OUT UNDER AND BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND IN CORNERS NOT CLEAN MUST CORRECT ALL VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN. FLOOR DRAINS NOT CLEANED. #35 WALLS THRU-OUT NOT CLEAN. SPLASHED WITH DEBRIS. VENTS THRU-OUT WITH DUST ACCUMULATION. #38 REPLACE MISSING FAUCET HANDLE ON REAR SOFT SERVE MACHINE. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED.
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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. ALL DECORATION ITEMS MUST BE CLEANED TO REMOVE LARGE AMOUNTS OF DUST AND GREASE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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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. FLOORS IN REAR FURNACE ROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING AND REMOVE STANDING WATER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. 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. VENTILATION HOOD IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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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. Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLE MUST BE CLEANED OR ORGANIZED. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Oct 4, 2010
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUSTY WIRE RACKS AND BOTTOM OF PREP/STORAGE TABLES. INSTD TO PAINT SAME WITH NON-TOXIC PAINT/ELIMINATE RUST.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: EXTERIOR SIDES OF FLAT TOP GRILL, INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS INCLUDING GASKETS, STORAGE SHELVES, PREP TABLES, STORAGE TABLES INCLUDING LEGS AND WHEELS NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTD TO CLEAN SAME FREE OF DEBRIS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR THRU-OUT UNDER AND BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND IN CORNERS NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS. FLOOR DRAINS NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME. REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILE IN REAR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS THRU-OUT NOT CLEAN, SPLASHED WITH DEBRIS. CLEAN SAME. VENTS THRU OUT WITH DUST ACCUMULATION. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. REPLACE MISSING WALLBASE IN REAR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING FAUCET HANDLE ABOVE REAR SOFT SERVE MACHINE
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Sep 23, 2010
Routine
7 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: LIVE FRUIT FLIES NOTED IN REAR BY 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND ON WALLS. (OVER 20). INSTD TO ELIMINATE SAME AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUSTY WIRE RACKS AND BOTTOM OF PREP/STORAGE TABLES. INSTD TO PAINT SAME WITH NON-TOXIC PAINT/ELIMINATE RUST.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: EXTERIOR SIDES OF FLAT TOP GRILL, INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS INCLUDING GASKETS, STORAGE SHELVES, PREP TABLES, STORAGE TABLES INCLUDING LEGS AND WHEELS NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTD TO CLEAN SAME FREE OF DEBRI.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR THRU-OUT UNDER AND BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND IN CORNERS NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS. FLOOR DRAINS NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME. REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILE IN REAR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS THRU-OUT NOT CLEAN, SPLASHED WITH DEBRIS. CLEAN SAME. VENTS THRU OUT WITH DUST ACCUMULATION. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING FAUCET HANDLE ABOVE REAR SOFT SERVE MACHINE.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETER IN PREP COOLER.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lindy's Chili- Gertie's Ice Cream & Chili last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lindy's Chili- Gertie's Ice Cream & Chili on file is from Aug 28, 2018. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lindy's Chili- Gertie's Ice Cream & Chili?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at Lindy's Chili- Gertie's Ice Cream & Chili.
Has Lindy's Chili- Gertie's Ice Cream & Chili's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Lindy's Chili- Gertie's Ice Cream & Chili have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Lindy's Chili- Gertie's Ice Cream & Chili 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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