Natalie's Drive in
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2015
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Across the available record, Natalie's Drive in has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. On Apr 16, 2015, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. The file hasn't been updated since Apr 16, 2015, so take the current picture with that in mind.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around four violations, down from roughly seven violations earlier in the record.
When inspectors have written things up, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited 10 times.
Among Chicago restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Apr 16, 2015
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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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 ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CAN OPENER ATTACHED TO PREP TABLE, DEEP FRYER CABINETS, FILTERS ON EXHAUST HOOD AND STORAGE SHELVES UNDER GRILL NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZE HOLDER OR CONTAINER.
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Apr 3, 2015
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE GREASE BOX NOT CLEAN, OR RODENT PROOFED. OBSERVED TOP LID OF GREASE BOX ENTIRE MIDDLE SECTION WITH WASTED, ENCRUSTED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN GREASE BOX TO PREVENT RODENT NUISANCE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
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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 ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CAN OPENER ATTACHED TO PREP TABLE, DEEP FRYER CABINETS, FILTERS ON EXHAUST HOOD AND STORAGE SHELVES UNDER GRILL NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS UNUDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZE HOLDER OR CONTAINER.
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Only authorized personnel in the food-prep area
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DELIVER PERSON SELF SERVING FOOD AND PUTTING FLIES INSIDE BAG. INSTRUCTED TO ONLY HAVE AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL IN FOOD PREP AREA.
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Oct 23, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR/REPLACE THE BOTTOM EDGE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER DOOR AND WALK-IN FREEZER DOOR SO AS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. FOUND ABOVE STATED AREA IN POOR MAINTAINED CONDITION. STAAINLESS STEEL IS CORRODED AND WITH HOLES IN IT. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE AND WELL MAINTAINED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE MOP SINK.
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Apr 2, 2014
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE ICE/FROST BUILD UP AT THE ICE CREAM FREEZER BOX.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF BOTH DEEP FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUSTS DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE FLOOR UNDER THE 2 DEEP FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST TIGHTEN FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMP SINK LOCATED ACROSS FROM THE ICE MACHINE TO PREVENT WATER LEAK.THERE ARE 2 3-COMP SINKS IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE 3 SINK STOPPERS FOR THE 3-COMP SINK ACROSS FROM THE ICE MACHINE. THERE ARE 2 3-COMP SINKS IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION UNTIL USED AT ALL TIMES.
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Apr 10, 2013
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR REPAIR BROKEN GASKETS AT THE DOORS OF THE SERVICE COOLERS AT THE FRONT PREP AREA. ALSO INSTRUCTED TO AVOID THE USE OF CARDBOARD BOXES TO LINE SHELVING AT THE FOOD PREP AREAS AND REAR. MUST USE PROPER LINERS THAT ARE EASY TO CLEAN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN BOTTOM SHELVES AT THE FRONT PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN FREE OF DIRT AND DEBRIS.....ALSO INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE UPPER COMPARTMENT OF THE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL AND UNDERNEATH HEAVY EQUIPMENT AT THE REAR FOOD PREP/STORAGE AND BEHIND COOKING STOVE
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE SLOW DRAIN AT THE REAR HAND WASH SINK. MUST ALSO REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE REAR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE OR ORGANIZE CLUTTER AT THE REAR STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
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Apr 3, 2013
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS AT THE FOOD PREP COUNTER TO BE IMPROPER BETWEEN 52F-75F. (EGGS 64.1F, SAUSAGE LINKS 75.1F AND HARSH BROWN 52.7F). MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF FOOD ITEMS 16LBS WORTH $5.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: NOTED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVERLOADED AND PREVENTING PROPER LID FROM CLOSING. THIS IS FOOD SOURCE FOR RODENTS AND OTHER PESTS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE ADDITIONAL PICK-UP IF NECESSARY. CITATION ISSUED FOR SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR REPAIR BROKEN GASKETS AT THE DOORS OF THE SERVICE COOLERS AT THE FRONT PREP AREA. ALSO INSTRUCTED TO AVOID THE USE OF CARDBOARD BOXES TO LINE SHELVING AT THE FOOD PREP AREAS AND REAR. MUST USE PROPER LINERS THAT ARE EASY TO CLEAN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN BOTTOM SHELVES AT THE FRONT PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN FREE OF DIRT AND DEBRIS.....ALSO INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE UPPER COMPARTMENT OF THE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL AND UNDERNEATH HEAVY EQUIPMENT AT THE REAR FOOD PREP/STORAGE AND BEHIND COOKING STOVE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE SLOW DRAIN AT THE REAR HAND WASH SINK. MUST ALSO REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE REAR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE OR ORGANIZE CLUTTER AT THE REAR STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
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Sep 10, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found some food items not properly dated/labeled in walk in cooler, must date and label food items in walk in cooler.
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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 shelving/racks in rear storage areas not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust vents(ventilation) in kitchen prep areas not clean, need cleaning(detailed).
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Oct 26, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had rust/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 ice machine, cooler shelving not clean need cleaning.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment by pop dispensing unit , hot water heater areas not clean need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in kitchen prep area need cleaning along wallbase(detailed).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls in front kitchen prep area not clean need cleaning(detailed).Broken ceiling tile in rear prep area by walk in cooler shall be replaced.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light shields in rear prep area 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 front prep area above coffee station no clean, needs detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Feb 9, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.Found some food items not properly dated/labeled in coolers, freezers, must date and label food items in coolers, freezers.
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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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage.Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler racks/shelving not clean need detailed cleaning(crevices), non food contact surfaces of storage shelving racks not clean need detailed cleaning(crevices had grease build up).
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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, and storage shelving need detailed cleaning(corners). 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. Use dustless cleaning methods.damaged, stained ceiling tiles in rear kitchen prep area, and storage areas, shall be replaced.
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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. Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.Light shields in prep areas not clean need cleaning.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.Exhaust canopy had excess grease build up needs detailed cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation)in kitchen prep areas, walk in cooler, walk in freezer and bathroom not clean need cleaning(detailed).
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Mar 2, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Feb 23, 2010
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Single use articles not properly stored. Instructed to invert containers to prevent contamination before use.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Deep fryer cabinet, light cover in rear and meat slicer 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 behind equipment and along wallbase and corners not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Faucet at three compartment sink leaking. Instructed to repair to prevent leak.
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No smoking regulations
Inspector notes: "No Smoking" signs not adequate on premises. Must provide signs in areas and large enough to see, including at front entrance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Natalie's Drive in last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Natalie's Drive in on file is from Apr 16, 2015. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Natalie's Drive in?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at Natalie's Drive in.
Has Natalie's Drive in's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Natalie's Drive in have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Natalie's Drive in 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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