Newport Bar & Grille
Last inspected: Nov 19, 2015
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Score
Newport Bar & Grille appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2010. The most recent visit was on Nov 19, 2015. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. The file hasn't been updated since Nov 19, 2015, so take the current picture with that in mind.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around nine violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “premises maintained free of litter” has been the most frequent reason, cited seven times.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspection History
Nov 19, 2015
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED SPLASHGUARDS AT THE BAR HANDSINK. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE ACCUMULATION ON THE EXHAUST HOOD FILTERS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED THE WALL BEHIND THE KITCHEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK TO HAVE DIRT ACCUMULATION AND MISSING PAINT PATCHES. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN, RESEAL, AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 19, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE BAR SODA GUNS AND DRAINS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON BASEMENT FLOORS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN AN EXPOSED HANDSINK AT THE BAR WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AND SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS.
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Jul 2, 2014
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE ALL PREP COOLERS. MUST LABEL ALL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: CUSTOMER'S WASHROOMS DOOR NOT SELF-CLOSING. MUST PROVIDE A SELF-CLOSING DEVICE.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES FROM BASEMENT TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. MUST ELEVATE ITEMS 6 INCHES AWAY FROM THE FLOOR/WALL.
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Jun 25, 2014
Routine
14 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURES. FOUND 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR WITH AIR TEMPERATURE OF 59.3F AND UPRIGHT TALL REFRIGERATOR WITH AIR AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 57.6F KITCHEN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TEMPERATURE OF 40.0F OR BELOW. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A). MANAGER ADJUSTED COOLERS. COOLERS WERE MEETING PROPER TEMPERATURES DURING INSPECTION WITH AIR TEMPERATURE OF.39.5F AND 38.7F
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR AND UPRIGHT TALL REFRIGERATOR IN KITCHEN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. COOKED BEEF AT 50.5F, CHORIZO AT 49.5F, GROUND BEEF AT 50.6F, SAUSAGES 51.3F, BACON 54.8F, HAMBURGERS AT 50.4F, COOKED CHICKEN 50.1F, RICE 54.3F, CHILI 51.3F, CHEESEAT 51.4 DRESSING 50.4F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURATED FOOD PRODUCTS 40LBS OF FOOD VALUE OF $66.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 09/13/13 REPORT#1360876. (33) CLEAN SIDES AND SHELVING OF KITCHEN FOOD EQUIPMENT. INTERIORS/EXTERIORS OF COOLERS, TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES ROLLING UTILITY CART INTERIOR COMPARTMENT OF DEEP FRYERS ETC.(38) REMOVE DUST ACCUMULATION ON THE VENTILATION COVERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES AND HOOD/FILTERS OVER COOKING EQUIPMENT REQUIRED A DETAIL CLEANING. (41) UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED BEHIND THE ICE MAKER MUST BE REMOVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE ALL PREP COOLERS. MUST LABEL ALL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: ALL CLEAN SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF MICROWAVESIN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. REMOVE DIRT AND DEBRIS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOOR UNDRNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT AND REAR STORAGE AREA UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN NEXT TO DEEP FRYER. REMOVE GREASE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: GREASE ENCRUSTED ON CEILING, WALLS AND PIPES IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: CUSTOMER'S WASHROOMS DOOR NOT SELF-CLOSING. MUST PROVIDE A SELF-CLOSING DEVICE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: STPOPPERS NEEDED AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE. MUST PROVIDE TEST TRIPS FOR THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO CHECK THE SANITIZING LAVEL OF CHLORINE.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE STEM THERMOMETER TO MONITOR FOOD TEMPERATURES.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES FROM BASEMENT TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. MUST ELEVATE ITEMS 6 INCHES AWAY FROM THE FLOOR/WALL.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOPS STORED INSIDE ICE BINS AT FRONT BAR. MUST PROPERLY STORE IN A CLEAN CONTAINER. WIPING CLOTHES STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHES WHEN NOT IN USE IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Sep 24, 2013
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN SIDES AND SHELVINGS OF KITCHEN FOOD EQUIPMENTS,INTERIORS/EXTERIORS OF COOLERS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES,ROLLING UTILTY CART,INTERIOR COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS ETC.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON THE VENTILATION COVERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES AND HOOD/FILTERS OVER THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.ALSO,BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE ICE MAKER REQUIRED.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED BEHIND THE ICE MAKER MUST BE REMOVED.
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Sep 13, 2013
Reinspection
9 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: PENDING.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: PENDING.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: PENDING.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: PENDING.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: PENDING.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: PENDING.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: PENDING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PENDING.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: PENDING.
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Sep 12, 2013
Routine
11 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED. TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION .MUST FAX LETTER TO THE CDPH 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL ATT:A.LOPEZ. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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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: FOUND OUTER OPENINGS NOT RODENT- PROOFED AND FRUIT FLIES AT BAR APPROX 12.FRONT AND REAR EXIT DOORS APROXIMATELY 1/4' MODE OF ENTRY. MUST PEST PROOF SAID DOORS ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOMS AND PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECCOMENDED.SERIOUS VIOLATION 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 middle side of three compartment sink, water food debris coming up at right of sink. Instructed to detail clean grease trap and drainlines to prevent inadequate disposal of waste water. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: --NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY WAS POSTED IN THE ESTABLISHMENT. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010B.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food stored in coolers must be dated & labeled.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: All clean single service utensils must be stored with handles up.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN SIDES AND SHELVINGS OF KITCHEN FOOD EQUIPMENTS,INTERIORS/EXTERIORS OF COOLERS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES,ROLLING UTILTY CART,INTERIOR COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS ETC.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN and maintain the floors and baseboards so they are smooth and sanitary from corner to corner.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Clean and maintain the walls and ceilings so they are smooth and sanitary from top to bottom.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON THE VENTILATION COVERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES AND HOOD/FILTERS OVER THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.ALSO,BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE ICE MAKER REQUIRED.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED BEHIND THE ICE MAKER MUST BE REMOVED.
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Nov 30, 2012
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL REPAIR ALL LOOSE GASKETS AT ALL COOLERS AND REFRIGERATORS IN THE KITCHEN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE EXCESS GREASE BUILD-UP.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BROKEN WALL TILES AT WALL UNDER THE DART BOARDS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SHATTER PROOF BULBS OR LIGHT SHIELDS FOR LIGHTS BULBS IN THE KITCHEN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE 3 SINKS STOPPERS AT THE FRONT BAR 3COMP SINK CLOSEST TO THE ENTRANCE DOOR. MUST REPAIR LEAKY PIPE UNDER BAR 3COMP SINK ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THE BAR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST BETTER ORGANIZE BASEMENT.
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May 18, 2010
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK MOLD GROWTH ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE. UNIT TAGGED BY CDPH. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE UNIT CLEANED AND SANITIZED. FAX REINSPECTION LETTER TO (312) 746-4240. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE OVENS, BOTTOM AND SIDE OF COLD HOLDING TABLE, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS, SODA GUNS BEHIND THE BAR, WIRE STORAGE RACKS NEXT TO THE PREP COOLER, EXTERIOR OF THE GREASE TRAP.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. WOMEN'S RESTROOM VENTILATION FAN IS NOT OPERATIONAL. MUST REPAIR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: 1 SINK STOPPER IS NEEDED AT THE PREP AREA 3C SINK. MUST PROVIDE. MUST PROVIDE DRAIN LINE FOR SODA GUNS BEHIND THE BAR AND INSTALL TO FLOOR DRAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES FROM THE BASEMENT. STORE ANY REMAINING ITEMS AT LEAST 6" OFF OF THE FLOOR.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Newport Bar & Grille last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Newport Bar & Grille on file is from Nov 19, 2015. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Newport Bar & Grille?
Across the inspection record, “premises maintained free of litter” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Newport Bar & Grille.
Has Newport Bar & Grille's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Newport Bar & Grille have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Newport Bar & Grille 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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