New Waves
Last inspected: Feb 8, 2017
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Score
Public records show 12 inspections at New Waves stretching back to 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 8, 2017. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. The most recent inspection at New Waves is from Feb 8, 2017, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.
“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” comes up most often, recorded eight times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Feb 8, 2017
Routine
3 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 INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELDS WITH DEAD INSECTS ABOVE REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.
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Jan 28, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MISSING HANDLE TO PREP COOLER IN REAR KITCHEN AREA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: STAINED CEILING TILE IN REAR KITCHEN AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE,
35
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO THERMOMETER INSIDE REAR KITCHEN AREA TWO DOOR PREP COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,
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Apr 28, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR BROKEN RUBBER GASKET AROUND 2 DOOR (LEFT DOOR) REACH-IN COOLER IN PREP/COOKING AREA.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACE OF SODA GUN HOLDER BEHIND BAR.
33
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Oct 21, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving, reach in cooler shelving, not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors in front bar area under heavy equipment not clean, needs detailed cleaning, floors in rear storage area under shelving, and by coffee counter not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Mar 25, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Kitchen multi use utensils in bar service area,pots/pans in kitchen areas must be inverted to prevent contamination before use.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced.Must provide and maintain (3) sink stoppers for the kitchen 3 comp sink at all times.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Interior ice machine, interior/exterior of coolers and cooking stove not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Large Hole on corner wall behind hot water tank must be sealed.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Provide a visible backflow prevention device for the coffee expresso machine behind front bar service area.
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Jul 23, 2013
Complaint
No violations found.
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May 21, 2013
Routine
4 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 cooler shelving, bar cabinet shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment, and under storage shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners). Floor in bar area not clean, need detailed cleaning.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls that had exposed wallboard, peeling paint in dining area shall be repaired/sealed.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust vents(ventilation) in coolers not clean, need cleaning
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Aug 10, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 1, 2012
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 557319 DATE: 05-02-2011. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 #30 - Foods inside coolers not properly labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers. #33 - Interior ice machine, exhaust hood and filters and cooking equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize. #34 - Floor along wall base and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily. #38 - Exposed hand sink installed next to three compartment sink. Instructed to install shield between both sinks. Drain line not installed on soda gun dispenser. Instructed to install drain line to have liquid waste properly dispose. #40 - Thermometer not visible inside beverage and condiment cooler. Instructed to have thermometer conspicuous inside cooler.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL GREASE BOX CONNECTED UNDER (2) 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA (NOTED GREASE BOX HAS BEEN REMOVED).------ MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET (HOT) HANDLE AT HAND SINK INSIDE CUSTOMER'S (MEN AND WOMEN) TOILET ROOM.
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Jun 17, 2011
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods inside coolers not properly labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
30
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Interior ice machine, exhaust hood and filters and cooking equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
33
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.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile damaged in areas. Instructed to replace damaged and missing ceiling tile. Light covers in prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Water slow draining at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair drainline to have water pressure properly drain. Exposed handsink installed next to three compartment sink. Instructed to install shield between both sinks. Drainline not installed on soda gun dispenser. Instructed to install drainline to have liquid waste properly dispose.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not visible inside beverage and condiment cooler. Instructed to have thermometer conspicuous inside cooler.
40
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to stored in a sanitize holder or containers.
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May 2, 2011
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods inside coolers not properly labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
30
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Interior ice machine, exhaust hood and filters and cooking equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
33
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.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile damaged in areas. Instructed to replace damaged and missing ceiling tile. Light covers in prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Water slow draining at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair drainline to have water pressure properly drain. Exposed handsink installed next to three compartment sink. Instructed to install shield between both sinks. Drainline not installed on soda gun dispenser. Instructed to install drainline to have liquid waste properly dispose.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not visible inside beverage and condiment cooler. Instructed to have thermometer conspicuous inside cooler.
40
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to stored in a sanitize holder or containers.
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Apr 20, 2010
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. FAN VENT INSIDE COOLER UNCLEAN,MUST BE CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; ICE BIN WITHOUT COVER,MUST PROVIDE LID
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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. ICE MACHINE WITH LITTLE YELLOW SPOTS AND BLACK SPOTS ON WALLS ,MUST BE CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
33
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. CEILING VENTS IN DINING AND REAR AREA BECOMING RUSTY,UNCLEAN ,MUST BE CLEAN AND REMOVE RUST
35
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED IN A SANITIZED CONTAINER
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was New Waves last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at New Waves on file is from Feb 8, 2017. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at New Waves?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at New Waves.
Has New Waves' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at New Waves have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at New Waves 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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