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National Hellenic Museum

333-341 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60661
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Last inspected: Sep 22, 2017
95
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at National Hellenic Museum, the earliest from 2011. The most recent report on file is from Sep 22, 2017. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. Note that National Hellenic Museum's inspection history hasn't been updated since Sep 22, 2017; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

Looking across the full record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; National Hellenic Museum is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Inspection History
Sep 22, 2017
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed excessive build up on interior of freezer of right refrigerator. Must detail clean and sanitize. Must maintain same.
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95
Apr 29, 2016
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Sep 26, 2014
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES OR PERSON WITH CERTIFICATE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
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95
Sep 19, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: UNABLE TO DETERMINE IF THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE LOCATED IN THE PREMISES IS OPERATIONAL. STAFF ON SITE DOES NOT KNOW TO OPERATE IT. NO DISHES BEING WASHED AT THIS TIME. MACHINE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT USE UNTIL CDPH CONTACTED FOR RE-INSPECTION OF MACHINE WHEN ABLE TO OPERATE. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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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: NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON PREMISES OR ANY REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A LICENSED PEST CO. SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT AND PROVIDE ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR 1ST FLOOR, LEFT SIDE COOLER DIRTY WITH FOOD SPILLAGE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS FOR ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS.
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82
Jun 14, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 1, 2011
License
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F or an approved chemical sanitizing rinse. No three compartment sink or approved commercial dish machine is on the premises, install three compartment sink with an attached metal drain board large enough to accommodate the largest piece of food preparation equipment or approved commercial dish machine.
8
Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees. The kitchen and kitchenette have two compartment sinks installed. An exposed hand sink with sanitary soap and towels must be accessible the the food preparation area.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. Obtain a certified food service managers certificate.
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86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was National Hellenic Museum last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at National Hellenic Museum on file is from Sep 22, 2017. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at National Hellenic Museum?

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

Has National Hellenic Museum's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at National Hellenic Museum have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at National Hellenic Museum 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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