Mary's Snack Shop
Last inspected: Jun 25, 2012
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Public records show four inspections at Mary's Snack Shop stretching back to 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Jun 25, 2012. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Public records show no inspections at Mary's Snack Shop since Jun 25, 2012, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, which has been cited four times.
Mary's Snack Shop's latest score is in line with the Chicago average of 81. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspection History
Jun 25, 2012
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE, CLEAN EXTERIOR OF FRYERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR IN CLOSET IN REAR STORAGE ROOM, CLEAN FLOOR IN FRONT STORAGE ROOM, CLEAN FLOOR BEHIND, UNDER AND AROUND EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN. CLEAN FLOOR UNDER SHELVES IN REAR STORAGE ROOM.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, CLEAN VENT FAN TO REMOVE DUST NOTED, REMOVE DUST FROM ALL LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN REAR STORAGE AREA; REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO AVOID CLUTTER.
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Sep 19, 2011
Suspected Food Poisoning
3 minor violations.
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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 BOTTOMS OF DEEP FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND CLEAN EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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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 IN STORAGE CLOSET BEHIND HOT WATER TANK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL REFRIGERATORS AND MAINTAIN TEMP LOGS FOR ALL UNITS DAILY.
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Apr 13, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
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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. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS. CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR BOTTOMS OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE, BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES ETC. REPAIR WORN RUBBER GASKET ON REACH-IN COOLER DOOR TO AVOID ESCAPING AIR.
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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 FLOORS UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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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. CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MUST PROVIDE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS FOR ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS.
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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. MUST ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREA AND MAINTAIN. REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO AVOID CLUTTER.
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May 5, 2010
Routine
8 minor violations.
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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.OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF PRE-COOKED FOODS STORED INSIDE OF REACH IN COOLER SUCH AS CHOPPED STEAK 65.8 F,RIB TIPS 53.2-58.4 F,PIZZA PUFFS 56.7 F,ITALIAN SAUSAGE 70.8 F.PRODUCT WAS VOLUNTARILY DUMPED AND DENATURED.NO TIME AND TEMPERATURE LOGS AVAILABLE TO VIEW. APPX.20LBS.$50.
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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.
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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.MUST REMOVE CARD BOARD FROM PREP TABLES.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON PREP COOLER,CUTTING BOARD.
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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 FRYERS, PREP TABLES.
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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.
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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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL BASES IN PREP & TOILET ROOM,WALL OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOM.MUST SEAL REAR STORAGE SHED ALONG ALL SIDES TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.PREP AREA.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mary's Snack Shop last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mary's Snack Shop on file is from Jun 25, 2012. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mary's Snack Shop?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mary's Snack Shop.
Has Mary's Snack Shop's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mary's Snack Shop have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mary's Snack Shop 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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