Mr Beef on Harlem, Ltd
Last inspected: Apr 27, 2018
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Mr Beef on Harlem, Ltd appears in inspection records 14 times, starting in 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 27, 2018. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. The file hasn't been updated since Apr 27, 2018, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
Looking across the full record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” is the recurring theme, flagged eight times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Mr Beef on Harlem, Ltd is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Apr 27, 2018
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OSERVED FLOORS IN WALK-IN COOLER WITH FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOT LINE HOOD AND FILTERS GREASY.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD AND FILTERS
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Jun 6, 2017
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE RACKS WITH WHITE AND GREEN MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND UNDERNEATH STORAGE SHELVES INSIDE REAR DRY FOOD AREA.
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Sep 22, 2016
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: COOKED PREPARED FOODS INSIDE COOLER NOT DATED AND LABEL, INSTRUCTED TO LABEL,
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: HOOD AREA ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN,
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELDS REAR PREP AREA NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PREMISES HAS TWO PREP AREAS WITH ONLY ONE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR PREP AREA UPON NEXT VISITED,
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, MAINTAIN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER STORED IN REAR STORAGE AREAS,
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Feb 3, 2016
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDER ISSUED, DATED 01/19/2016, REPORT # 1609876, VIOLATION LISTED BELOW: #38:INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER EQUIPPED WITH SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL IN REAR PREP AREA. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Jan 19, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDER ISSUED, DATED 02/19/2015, REPORT #1523105, VIOLATION LISTED BELOW: 38 INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER EQUIPPED WITH SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL IN REAR PREP AREA, 40 INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE PIZZA HOT HOLDING UNIT. 41 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, MAINTAIN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER STORED IN REAR STORAGE ROOM AND INSIDE GAS METER ROOM TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-42-090
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REUSING USED CARDBOARD BOXES FOR FOOD STORAGE, INSTRUCTED TO RESTRICT AND PROVIDE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS THATS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE,
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES BELONGING BEING STORED ON TOP OF FOOD PRODUCT, INSTRUCTED TO RESTRICT AND STORE EMPLOYEES BELONGING NICE AND NEATLY IN ONE DESIGNATED AREA,
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAKING FAUCET AT 2 AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, NO THREE SINK STOPPERS FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, AND LADIES HAND SINK IN BATHROOM SLOW DRAINING, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SINKS, AND PROVIDE THREE SINK STOPPERS,
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Feb 19, 2015
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found food items not properly dated in walk in cooler and walk in freezer, must properly date food items in walk in cooler, and walk in freezer.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors in rear storage area under shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL AND CEILING INSIDE WALK IN COOLER WITH DUST AND MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INCLUDING CONDENSER FAN COVER WITH DUST ACCUMULATION.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER EQUIPPED WITH SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL IN REAR PREP AREA.----------MUST REPAIR LOOSE FAUCET (WRAPPED AROUND WITH PLASTIC) AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE PIZZA HOT HOLDING UNIT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, MAINTAIN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER STORED IN REAR STORAGE ROOM AND INSIDE GAS METER ROOM TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Dec 2, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found food items not properly dated in walk in cooler and walk in freezer, must properly date food items in walk in cooler, and walk in freezer.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need cleaning, front prep table lower shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors in rear storage area under shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls in walk in cooler not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Jun 13, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced, reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Reach in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under cooking equipment, rear storage room not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling in rear storage area room had exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/sealed. Wall in kitchen prep area not clean, need cleaning.
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Aug 12, 2013
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of ice machine, rear storage shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under storage shelving/racks in rea storage shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust vents(ventilation) in walk in cooler not clean, need detailed cleaning, exhaust canopy not clean, needs cleaning.
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Feb 13, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment need cleaning(corners).
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light shields in kitchen prep area not clean need detailed cleaning.
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Jan 4, 2012
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous foods not maintaining proper temperature. Found cooked beef butt inside walk-in cooler at improper temperature. Found approximately 4-100lb containers at 44.5 F to 55.0 F. Manager stated that beef was cooked in the morning. However, temperature logs and proper cooling method was not observed. Instructed manager to rapidly reheat beef to 165 F, cooler from 140 F to 70 F within 4 hours and 70 F to 40 F within 2 hours. store in shallow container and ice bath before placing in w.i.c., cut meat in pieces to cool faster and must maintain cooling temperature logs. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(A).
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in riginal containers.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Storage shelves not maintained in storage room. Instructed to detail clean and apply non-toxic sealant to surface.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor not maintained in walk-in freezer. Instructed to repair floor and reseal floor. Floor inside storage room not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ventilation covers through-out premises not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not working in prep cooler. Instructed to repair non-working temperature.
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Jul 1, 2011
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily and remove food debris. Floor not maintained inside walk-in cooler. Instructed to replace missing floor tile.
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Jun 24, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
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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: Outer openings not protected or rodent proofed. Front double dual doors not rodent proofed. Front doors has 1/4 inch gap across bottom of doors. Instructed to rodent proofed doors to prevent rodent and insect entry. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While running and draining water in three compartment sink, water coming up air gap from floor drain on floor. Instructed to repair sink or detail clean grease trap to prevent inadequate disposal of waste water. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Interior cooler and ice machine, cooking equipment and prep table not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily and remove food debris. Floor not maintained inside walk-in cooler. Instructed to replace missing floor tile.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Light shields in prep area not cleaned. Instructed to replace shields or detail clean.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Ice scoop not properly stored stored. Instructed to store in a sanitize holder or container.
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Dec 22, 2010
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAKING FAUCET /LOOSE THREAD IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK MUST BE FIXED
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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. SHELVES/RACKS IN 1 REFRIGERATOR BECOMING RUSTY MUST BE REPLACED; SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER DIRTY,AT THIS TIME EMPLOYEES ARE CLEANING THE SHELVES
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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. WALLS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; CEILING TILES WITH HOLES ABOVE PIZZA OVEN AND ABOVE DISH AREA MUST BE SEALED
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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. LIGHT BULB MUST BE PROVIDED INSIDE WALK IN FREEZER
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mr Beef on Harlem, Ltd last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mr Beef on Harlem, Ltd on file is from Apr 27, 2018. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mr Beef on Harlem, Ltd?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Mr Beef on Harlem, Ltd.
Has Mr Beef on Harlem, Ltd's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mr Beef on Harlem, Ltd have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mr Beef on Harlem, Ltd 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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