Middle Brow

2002 N Mozart St, Chicago, IL 60647

American

Last inspected: Jan 8, 2019

Score

Low Risk

The inspection history at Middle Brow is still short, with only two visits logged. Middle Brow was last inspected on Jan 8, 2019. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Middle Brow dates to Jan 8, 2019.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to three violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “insects, rodents, & animals not present”, which has been cited two times.

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.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 8, 2019

Reinspection

3 minor violations.

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Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2" GAP ALONG TOP OF BEER DELIVERY DOOR,ALONG BOTTOM OF MAN DELIVERY DOOR AND SIDES OF OVERHEAD GARAGE DOOR.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD TRIM ON EXTERIOR OF WALK IN COOLERS AND FENCED IN BEER BARREL AREA

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST SEAL GAPS AROUND FLOOR DRAINS IN FRONT PREP/BAR AREA AND IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA

Jan 3, 2019

License

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SNEEZE GUARD AT FRONT PREP AREA/BAR SEATING AREA FOR CUSTOMERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAOINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2" GAP ALONG TOP OF BEER DELIVERY DOOR,ALONG BOTTOM OF MAN DELIVERY DOOR AND SIDES OF OVERHEAD GARAGE DOOR.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Inspector notes: MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD TRIM ON EXTERIOR OF WALK IN COOLERS AND FENCED IN BEER BARREL AREA.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT REAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: MUST SEAL GAPS AROUND FLOOR DRAINS IN FRONT PREP/BAR AREA AND IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Middle Brow last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Middle Brow on file is from Jan 8, 2019. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Middle Brow?

Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Middle Brow.

Has Middle Brow's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Middle Brow have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Middle Brow 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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