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Loop Soup

131 N Clinton St, Chicago, IL 60661
American
Last inspected: Jan 19, 2018
86
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Loop Soup six times, with records going back to 2014. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 19, 2018. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Loop Soup's record stops at Jan 19, 2018, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 19, 2018
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: Observed potentially hazardous food stored at improper temperature in front 2 door reach in cooler. 46 7f, 3lbs of sliced ham, at a value of $15.00 45.6f, 2.25lbs of pesto sauce, at a value of $7.00 Manager voluntarily discarded and denatured a total weight of 5.25lbs at a total value of $22.00 Informed manager that potentially hazardous foods must be stored at 40f or lower for cold foods and 140f or more for hot foods. *2 door cooler, air temperature registered 39.9f at time of inspection. Critical violation #7-38-005 (A)
3
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Observed multiple slices of pre-packaged cheese, located in 2 door reach in cooler without labels or dates. Also observed pre portioned dinner rolls for sale to public without proper labels. Informed manager that all foods must be labeled and dated once removed from bulk packaging. Instructed managers to provide label and dates. Maintain at all times.
30
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed tape used as means of repair on electrical wire housing on floor. Informed manager that all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to remove and ensure that floor is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times.
34
86
Apr 20, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: Observed exposed hand sink in prep area with pans and utensils resting on top of basin. Observed no paper towels at hand sink. Must provide paper towels at the hand sink at all times. Instructed hand sink must be easily accessible at all times. Operator removed items and provided paper towels during inspection. Critical violation 7-38-030.
12
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed porous wood surface on inside of wall next to registers, along counter behind hot holding units, and on container holding chips on counter. Must seal or paint all porous surfaces to make smooth and easily cleanable.
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed standing water on floor under toaster oven. Must keep floors clean and dry. Observed missing coving along floor/wall next to toaster oven. Must repair and maintain same.
34
86
Nov 8, 2016
License
No violations found.
100
May 10, 2016
Routine
No violations found.
100
Oct 7, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED. ALSO, NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. (CHICKEN,SOUP,ETC)
21
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE MULTI USE CUTTING BOARDS AND PREP SURFACES.
33
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
42
86
Dec 2, 2014
License
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Loop Soup last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Loop Soup on file is from Jan 19, 2018. The public record contains six inspections in total.

Has Loop Soup's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Loop Soup have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Loop Soup 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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