Lone Star BBQ Bar
Last inspected: Sep 7, 2016
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Score
Across the available record, Lone Star BBQ Bar has four inspections on file, the first dated 2015. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 7, 2016. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. The most recent inspection at Lone Star BBQ Bar is from Sep 7, 2016, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed”, showing up three times.
The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Lone Star BBQ Bar on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspection History
Sep 7, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 30, 2016
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: Found front prep hand sink and hand sink in dish area without soap. Instructed to stock with soap and paper towel, hot/cold water at all times. Operator provided soap at both hand sinks during inspection. Critical violation 7-38-030.
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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: Found approximately 40 mice droppings in area near ice machine, and in "pick up" area near rear kitchen door. Instructed to remove all droppings, detail clean and sanitize area. Advised to contact pest control for service to minimize pest problem. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Previous minor violations were not corrected from 5/20/16, report # 1931336. Must correct the following minor violations: #32 NO LID FOR ICE BIN AT BAR AREA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. #34 FLOOR BY COOKING AREA NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP. #38 FRONT EXPOSED HAND SINK FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. Serious violation 7-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Found aluminum foil used as a liner in several places in kitchen area (bottom shelves of prep table, on cooking equipment, etc). Advised aluminum foil is not permitted; all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Operator removed during inspection.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Found black and orange mold like substance in upper interior of ice machine. Instructed to remove, clean and sanitize machine.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Found floors with debris and dirt build up under ice machine and "pick up" area. (Must elevate all items at least 6 inches above the floor in this area to allow proper cleaning).) Found grease and dirt build on floors under steam table and prep coolers. Found excessive grease build up on floors in between grill and fryers. Must pull all equipment away from walls and remove grease. Must detail clean all areas, clean and better maintain floors throughout kitchen area.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Instructed to provide thermometers for all refrigeration units. Must display in a conspicuous place inside units.
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May 20, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NO LID FOR ICE BIN AT BAR AREA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR BY COOKING AREA NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP,
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILING VENTS IN KITCHEN AND IN WALK-IN COOLER DUSTY, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FRONT EXPOSED HAND SINK FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR,
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: SOME EMPLOYEES WITHOUT FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES, MUST PROVIDE UPON NEXT VISIT,
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Dec 15, 2015
License
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REFINISH OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS WITH STAIN AND DEEP SEAMS ON TOP OF (3) PREP COOLER IN PREP/COOKING AREA.--------MUST REFINISH/SEAL BEHIND 3 COMPARTMENT BAR SINK BEHIND FRONT BAR AREA.-----------MUST PROVIDE TIGHT FITTING LID/COVER FOR (2) ICE BIN BEHIND BAR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE AND INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF MOP SINK.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA, STORAGE/OFFICE AREA AND INSIDE MOP CLOSET.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO FIX SLOW DRAINING HAND SINK INSIDE MEN'S WASHROOM.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND REORGANIZE REAR OFFICE/STORAGE ROOM TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.---------ALL MOPS AND BROOMS MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lone Star BBQ Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lone Star BBQ Bar on file is from Sep 7, 2016. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lone Star BBQ Bar?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Lone Star BBQ Bar.
Has Lone Star BBQ Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Lone Star BBQ Bar have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Lone Star BBQ Bar 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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