Nathans Ribs and Grill

325 W 47Th St, Chicago, IL 60609

American

Last inspected: Jan 15, 2015

Score

Low Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Nathans Ribs and Grill. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 15, 2015. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. The file hasn't been updated since Jan 15, 2015, so take the current picture with that in mind.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Chicago restaurants. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 15, 2015

Routine

4 minor violations.

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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: NOTED DEEP DARK GROVES INTO THE CUTTING BOARD. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, COUNTER TOP AND FILTER TO REMOVE SPILLS,GREASE AND DEBRIS.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE SPILL, GREASE AND DEBRIS.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: NOTED OPENINGS INTO THE WALLS IN THE CASHIER AREA AND IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MUST SEAL AND MAINTAIN WALLS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. ALSO TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY POINTS.

Sep 5, 2014

License

5 minor violations.

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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR DRAIN COVER MISSING REAR KITCHEN FLOOR, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NEW WALL FRONT, INSTRUCTED TO SEAL.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK RUNNING SLOW, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS IN COOLERS, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nathans Ribs and Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nathans Ribs and Grill on file is from Jan 15, 2015. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nathans Ribs and Grill?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Nathans Ribs and Grill.

Has Nathans Ribs and Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nathans Ribs and Grill have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Nathans Ribs and Grill 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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