Mikkeys 47 Express
Last inspected: May 11, 2021
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Score
Mikkeys 47 Express appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2019. On May 11, 2021, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe. Mikkeys 47 Express's record stops at May 11, 2021, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 11 violations to closer to six violations per visit over the last few inspections.
Across the inspection history, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded eight times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Mikkeys 47 Express trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspection History
May 11, 2021
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A 1 INCH GAP AT THE CENTER OF THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR; INSTRUCTED TO SEAL GAP TO AVOID POSSIBLE RODENT ENTRY.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE DOOR AT ONE PREP COOLER IN POOR REPAIR; REPAIR DOOR SO THAT IT CLOSES WITHOUT PROPPING ITEMS AGAINST IT TO CLOSE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, CLEAN INSIDE OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, CLEAN ALL PREP TABLES AND STORAGE SHELVES AND CUTTING BOARD ON PREP TABLE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FAUCET TO UTILITY SINK IN CLOSET IN POOR REPAIR; REPAIR FAUCET AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: THE WASHROOM DOOR IS NOT SELF CLOSING AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE FOR WASHROOM DOOR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME AREAS OF THE WALL BEHIND THE FRONT COUNTER AND IN THE OFFICE AREA NOT COVED; MUST PROVIDE A COVING (BASEBOARD) ALONG THE WALL BASE WHERE NEEDED TO SEAL THE AREA BETWEEN THE WALL AND THE FLOOR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ITEMS IN THE UTILITY CLOSET WHERE MOP SINK IS LOCATED; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS TO AVOID CLUTTER AND MAINTAIN. ALSO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS FROM THE OFFICE AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOORS AND WALLS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND IN STORAGE AREAS IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS AND WALLS. KITCHEN FLOOR PAINTED BLACK; RECOMMENDED PAINTING FLOOR A LIGHTER COLOR TO BE ABLE TO SEE DIRT AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTILATION FAN ON THE WASHROOM CEILING TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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Jan 23, 2020
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jan 14, 2020
Routine
6 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: READY TO EAT FOODS AND TCS FOODS THAT HAVE BEEN REMOVED FROM THEIR ORIGINAL PACKAGING OR PREPARED AND HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED IN THE 2 DOOR REFRIGERATORS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PERSON IN CHARGE WITH NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL PIC TO HAVE THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: FOUND NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE NOR MANAGER ON SITE WHILE PREPARING/SERVING TCS FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE THE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE AND THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER(S) ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN PREPARING/SERVING TCS FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO IMPLEMENT A POLICY WHERE ALL FOOD/CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEES ACKNOWLEDGES THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES IN REPORTING ANY ILLNESSES THAT ARE TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS NON-COMPLIANCE SUMMARY REPORT DATED SEPTEMBER 11, 2019 NOT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THIS ESTABLISHMENTS CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS POST SUMMARY REPORT IN PLAIN VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(b) CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA NOT MAINTAINED. HOT WATER KNOB IS STRIPPED AND IS TURNED ON WITH PLIERS. INSTRUCTED TO FIX/REPAIR THE HOT WATER KNOB SO THAT IT CAN BE PROPERLY TURNED ON. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c) CITATION ISSUED
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND THE FLOORS IN THE CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND THE COOKING/COOLING EQUIPMENT, SINKS, AND HOT WATER TANK WITH DIRT, GREASE AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST MEET THE FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS AND PROVIDE PROOF.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST TAKE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING COURSE AND PROVIDE PROOF OF COMPLETION OF COURSE.
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Sep 11, 2019
Reinspection
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN PLACE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO PROCEDURE IN PLACE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Sep 6, 2019
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO PROCEDURE IN PLACE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN PLACE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST FINISH WALL BY DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA AND MISSING COVING WHERE NECESSARY IN KITCHEN AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLUTTER AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT. ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: NOTED REAR SCREEN DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF ALONG BOTTOM AND DOWN THE SIDE (ABOUT 1/4 INCH). MUST SEAL TO PROVIDE RODENT AND PEST ENTRY POINT.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DRAIN BOARD AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK OR SHELVING FOR DRYING EQUIPMENT. MUST PROVIDE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN/SANITIZE ALL PREP TABLES, COUNTER TOPS AND SHELVES IN PREP AREA.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LEAK AT FAUCET OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN RESTROOM USED BY FEMALE EMPLOYEES.
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Aug 23, 2019
License
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO PROCEDURE IN PLACE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT WASH BOWL IN WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(C).
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: NOTED NO SANITIZER TEST STRIP KIT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF CONTRACT WITH LICENSE GARBAGE SERVICE AND DUMPSTERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B).
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN PLACE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SCREEN AT REAR BACK DOOR TO PREVENT ENTRY POINT FOR PEST AND RODENTS WHEN DOOR IS OPENED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WITHOUT STOPPERS. MUST PROVIDE.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DRAIN BOARD AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK OR SHELVING FOR DRYING EQUIPMENT. MUST PROVIDE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN/SANITIZE ALL PREP TABLES, COUNTER TOPS AND SHELVES IN PREP AREA.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LEAK AT FAUCET OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN RESTROOM USED BY FEMALE EMPLOYEES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLUTTER AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT. ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST FINISH WALL BY DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA AND MISSING COVING WHERE NECESSARY IN KITCHEN AREA.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mikkeys 47 Express last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mikkeys 47 Express on file is from May 11, 2021. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mikkeys 47 Express?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Mikkeys 47 Express.
Has Mikkeys 47 Express' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Mikkeys 47 Express have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Mikkeys 47 Express means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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