Nick's Drive Inn
Last inspected: Jan 17, 2025
95
Score
Public records show 23 inspections at Nick's Drive Inn stretching back to 2010. The most recent visit was on Jan 17, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean”, which has been cited 19 times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Jan 17, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALL FOOD HANDLER CARDS ON SITE ARE EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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95
Jan 10, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE TCS ITEMS SUCH AS CHICKEN WERE PREPARED. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN AN EMPLOYEE HOLDING A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
2
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING REPEAT CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2589137 DATED 2/5/2024: #38 "NOTED REAR EXIT DOOR TO THE BUILDING NOT RODENT PROOF WITH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF DOOR (ABOUT 1/4 INCH). INSTRUCTED TO SEAL GAPS TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS." INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND COME INTO COMPLIANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
60
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE INSIDE RESTROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SIGNAGE.
10
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND INSIDE PREP COOLER NEAR CASH REGISTER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF ICE INSIDE FREEZER USED TO STORE ICE CREAM NEXT TO MILKSHAKE MIXER. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CRACKED HOT WATER KNOB ON HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED IN REAR ALCOVE NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT. SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS AND GRIME IN INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE LOCATED ON FRONT COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALL FOOD HANDLER CARDS ON SITE ARE EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Feb 5, 2024
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15: NOTED REAR EXIT DOOR TO THE BUILDING NOT RODENT PROOF WITH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF DOOR (ABOUT 1/4 INCH). INSTRUCTED TO SEAL GAPS TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS.
38
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-201.11: NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER AT THE KITCHEN PREP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AND/OR REPLACE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11: NOTED ICE BUILD UP INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER ON THE FLOOR AND SHELVES AND THE UPRIGHT FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST, CLEAN,REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE CONDENSATION UNITS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA, REMOVE CARDBOARD BOXES FROM THE FLOOR OF THE WALK IN FREEZER AND FOOD PREP AREAS.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.17: NOTED HEAVY DIRT AND DUST ON CEILINGS THROUGHOUT THE ESTABLISHMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NOTED HEAVY DIRT AND GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE, ON PIPES/CONDUITS AND ON EDGES OF THE EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD, FILTERS AND PIPES/CONDUITS.
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Jan 29, 2024
Routine
5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NOTED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS (HAMBURGER, CHICKEN SOUPS ETC.) WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED, AND ALSO THE PERSON IN CHARGE MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE BY NEXT INSPECTION (UPON BEING INSPECTED) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
2
Compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp
Inspector notes: NOTED PREMISE MAKING YOGURT WITH NO HACCP PLAN OR VARIANCE AS REQUIRED BY THE CITY ORDINANCE. MUST USE COMMERCIALLY PREPARED YOGURT UNTIL A HACCP PLAN APPROVAL IS OBTAINED.MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 60 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $180.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: NOTED THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION #58 RULE #PA-100-0367 FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2579021 DATED 7/25/2023 NOT CORRECTED. NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: NOTED A CONTAINER OF MILK AND CRANBERRY JUICE BOTTLE STORED INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE CONTAINER. ICE USED FOR CUSTOMER CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CONTAINER OF MILK AND DISPOSE OF ICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: NO PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: NOTED REAR EXIT DOOR TO THE BUILDING NOT RODENT PROOF WITH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF DOOR (ABOUT 1/4 INCH). INSTRUCTED TO SEAL GAPS TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS.
38
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: NOTED DIRTY WIPING CLOTHS ON PREP TABLES AT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL WASHCLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER AT THE KITCHEN PREP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AND/OR REPLACE.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OTED ICE BUILD UP INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER ON THE FLOOR AND SHELVES AND THE UPRIGHT FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST, CLEAN,REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE CONDENSATION UNITS.
47
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA, REMOVE CARDBOARD BOXES FROM THE FLOOR OF THE WALK IN FREEZER AND FOOD PREP AREAS.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED HEAVY DIRT AND DUST ON CEILINGS THROUGHOUT THE ESTABLISHMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 25, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION MANAGER ON PREMISES WHILE HANDLING TCS FOODS.(HANDLES CHICKEN,BEEF,ETC.)PRIORITY FOUNDATION.CITATION ISSUED.7-38-012.MUST PROVIDE.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PERSON IN CHARGE WITH NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND STORAGE AREAS WITH CLUTTER.(BOXES,TOOLS,ETC.)MUST CLEAN AND ORGANIZE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: FOUND GAS STOVE AT DISHWASHING AREAS NOT UNDER HOOD.MUST REMOVE OR PLACE UNDER HOOD.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE.
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Jun 9, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ONE WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE WHILE TIME TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED FOODS INCLUDING BURGERS AND CHICKEN ARE BEING SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MOPS NEED TO BE PROPERLY HUNG TO DRY.
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May 24, 2021
Routine
9 minor violations.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE MAGNETIC KNIFE/SPATULA HOLDER. NOTED SPATULAS STORED BEHIND WALL IN REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN REAR OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA. NOTED SOME LITTER AND WEEDS AROUND CONTAINER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT REAR STORAGE AREA (WHERE THE HOT WATER TANK LOCATED) AND FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS THROUGHOUT REAR STORAGE (EMPLOYEE CHANGING AREA).
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CONDENSER FAN COVER WITH EXCESSIVE DUST/MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE WALK IN COOLER.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILES ABOVE PREP TABLE IN REAR PREP/ DISHWASHING AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES/PAPERS STORED BEHIND FRONT COUNTER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: LIGHT BULB MUST BE SHIELDED INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER OR PROVIDE SHATTER PROOFED LIGHT BULB.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINK IN FRONT PREP/COOKING AREA.
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Mar 26, 2020
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN DOOR AND DOOR FRAME TO WALK IN FREEZER
47
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW DEVICE AT ICE MACHINE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL A BACKFLOW DEVICE AT ICE MACHINE.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MEN'S RESTROOM DOOR NOT PROPERLY SELF CLOSING.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT MEN'S RESTROOM.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TOILET RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN RESTROOM WITH NO COVER.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE A TOILET RECEPTACLE WITH COVER IN WOMEN'S RESTROOM
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER (UNUSED EQUIPMENT ECT) NEAR REAR DOOR.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT T0 REMOVE CLUTTER.
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Jun 24, 2019
Complaint
5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.EXTENSION FOR COMPLIANCE GRANTED TILL 8/19/19 BY VC
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP PROCEDURE AND CLEANING SUPPLIES KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.EXTENSION FOR COMPLIANCE GRANTED TILL 8/19/19 BY VC
5
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR PREP/DISH AREA AND FRONT PREP AREA, WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AND PROVIDE PAPER TOWEL AND HAND SOAP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) NO CITATION ISSUED.EXTENSION FOR COMPLIANCE GRANTED TILL 8/19/19 BY VC
10
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ALL READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.EXTENSION FOR COMPLIANCE GRANTED TILL 8/19/19 BY VC
23
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER REGARDING FOODS THAT IS RAW OR UNDERCOOKED BEING SERVED ON SITE ON THE MENU WITH ASTERISK ON EACH FOOD ITEMS AND ALSO ON THE WALLS FOR THE CUSTOMER TO VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.EXTENSION FOR COMPLIANCE GRANTED TILL 8/19/19 BY VC
25
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE PREP SINK AND THE FRENCH FRIES HOLDER CART TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF THE FRENCH FRIES.EXTENSION FOR COMPLIANCE GRANTED TILL 8/19/19 BY VC
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN DOOR AND DOOR FRAME TO WALK IN FREEZER
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REMOVE SHAKE FREEZER TABLE NOT IN USE IN FRONT PREP AREA
47
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: AT LEAST ONE SERVICE SINK OR CURBED CLEANING FACILITY EQUIPPED WITH FLOOR DRAIN SHELL BE PROVIDED AND CONVENIENTLY LOCATED FOR CLEANING OF MOPS AND SIMILAR WET FLOOR CLEANING TOOLS AND FOR DISPOSAL OF MOP WATER AND SIMILAR LIQUID WASTE
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: DAMAGED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE PREP TABLE IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN..EXTENSION FOR COMPLIANCE GRANTED TILL 8/19/19 BY VC
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE REAR AND FRONT PREP,DISH WASHING AREA,WITH CRACKED, BROKEN, AND MISSING FLOOR TILES. ALSO DAMAGED FLOOR (NOT IN GOOD REPAIR INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER). INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FLOOR TILES. MAKE THE FLOOR SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE.EXTENSION FOR COMPLIANCE GRANTED TILL 8/19/19 BY VC
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME FOR THE REST OF THE EMPLOYEE HANDLING FOOD. MUST PROVIDE.EXTENSION FOR COMPLIANCE GRANTED TILL 8/19/19 BY VC
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SANITATION MANAGER.EXTENSION FOR COMPLIANCE GRANTED TILL 8/19/19 BY VC
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Mar 25, 2019
Reinspection
5 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP PROCEDURE AND CLEANING SUPPLIES KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
5
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR PREP/DISH AREA AND FRONT PREP AREA, WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AND PROVIDE PAPER TOWEL AND HAND SOAP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) NO CITATION ISSUED.
10
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ALL READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
23
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER REGARDING FOODS THAT IS RAW OR UNDERCOOKED BEING SERVED ON SITE ON THE MENU WITH ASTERISK ON EACH FOOD ITEMS AND ALSO ON THE WALLS FOR THE CUSTOMER TO VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
25
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE PREP SINK AND THE FRENCH FRIES HOLDER CART TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF THE FRENCH FRIES.
39
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: WIPING CLOTH FOR WIPING THE PREP TABLES, CHOPPING BOARD MUST BE STORED ON A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION IN BETWEEN USES.
41
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED ON A SEPARATE CONTAINER HANDLED UP TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
43
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: FOUND INTERIOR SURFACES OF MICROWAVE OVEN WITH FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS A FLOOR MAT INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WITH REGULAR RUBBER FLOOR MAT.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE GROCERY BAG BEING USED TO STORE FOOD WITH FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAG.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: FOOD DEBRIS UNDERNEATH THE ICE CREAM CONE HOLDER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. ALSO UNDRNEATH THE ICE MAKER WHERE THE MOTOR IS LOCATED WITH HEAVY DUST ACCUMULATED. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE REAR AND FRONT PREP,DISH WASHING AREA,WITH CRACKED, BROKEN, AND MISSING FLOOR TILES. ALSO DAMAGED FLOOR (NOT IN GOOD REPAIR INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER). INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FLOOR TILES. MAKE THE FLOOR SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: DAMAGED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE PREP TABLE IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME FOR THE REST OF THE EMPLOYEE HANDLING FOOD. MUST PROVIDE.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SANITATION MANAGER.
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Mar 18, 2019
Routine
6 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 18 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP PROCEDURE AND CLEANING SUPPLIES KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
5
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR PREP/DISH AREA AND FRONT PREP AREA, WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AND PROVIDE PAPER TOWEL AND HAND SOAP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) NO CITATION ISSUED.
10
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MAKER SURAFCE WITH DRIED BLACK MOLDY LIKE SUBATANCE ON THE PLASTIC TUBE WHERE THE WATER IS COMING FROM. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE. ICE ARE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ALL READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7038-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
23
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER REGARDING FOODS THAT IS RAW OR UNDERCOOKED BEING SERVED ON SITE ON THE MENU WITH ASTERISK ON EACH FOOD ITEMS AND ALSO ON THE WALLS FOR THE CUSTOMER TO VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
25
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: DAMAGED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE PREP TABLE IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
55
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE PREP SINK AND THE FRENCH FRIES HOLDER CART TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF THE FRENCH FRIES.
39
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: WIPING CLOTH FOR WIPING THE PREP TABLES, CHOPPING BOARD MUST BE STORED ON A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION IN BETWEEN USES.
41
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED ON A SEPARATE CONTAINER HANDLED UP TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
43
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE GROCERY BAG BEING USED TO STORE FOOD WITH FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAG.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS A FLOOR MAT INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WITH REGULAR RUBBER FLOOR MAT.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: FOUND INTERIOR SURFACES OF MICROWAVE OVEN WITH FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: FOOD DEBRIS UNDERNEATH THE ICE CREAM CONE HOLDER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. ALSO UNDRNEATH THE ICE MAKER WHERE THE MOTOR IS LOCATED WITH HEAVY DUST ACCUMULATED. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE REAR AND FRONT PREP,DISH WASHING AREA,WITH CRACKED, BROKEN, AND MISSING FLOOR TILES. ALSO DAMAGED FLOOR (NOT IN GOOD REPAIR INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER). INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FLOOR TILES. MAKE THE FLOOR SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: REAR STORAGE AREA WITH CLUTTER,UNNECESSARY ITEMS/ARTICLES STORED ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE AREA, ELEVATE ALL ITEMS OFF THE FLOOR,DISCARD ITEMS NOT BEING USE AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT RODENT/INSECTS HARBORAGE.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME FOR THE REST OF THE EMPLOYEE HANDLING FOOD. MUST PROVIDE.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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Nov 28, 2017
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed slight grease buildup on the exhaust hood filters. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Instructed facility to install an exposed handsink in the rear prep area with hot and cold running water under city pressure, soap, and paper towels.
38
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed slight dirt accumulation in the upper interior portion of the ice machine. Instructed facility to clean, sanitize, and maintain.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed the floor in the northside rear storage area to have dirt and grease on it. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Jan 13, 2017
Routine
7 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: No valid city of Chicago certified foodservice manager certificate posted on site and no city of Chicago certified foodservice manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared (gyros, beef, etc.). Instructed facility that a city of Chicago certified foodservice manager must be on site at all times, with a valid certificate posted, while potentially hazardous foods are prepared and/or served. Serious violation 7-38-012(a).
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Instructed facility to label all bulk foods and all prepared foods and maintain.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the standup freezer to have heavy ice accumulation. Instructed facility to defrost and maintain.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed slight dirt accumulation in the upper interior portion of the ice machine. Instructed facility to clean, sanitize, and maintain. Observed the interior of the microwave to be dirty. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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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 the floor throughout: near the greasetrap, along the front counter wall behind the equipment, and along wall bases. Instructed facility to clean and 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 ceiling vent cover near the walk in cooler to have dust accumulation. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed the walk in cooler fanguards to be dirty. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the exposed handsink to be slow draining. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
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Mar 1, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Feb 29, 2016
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector notes: FOUND WASTE WATER BACKING UP AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Feb 26, 2016
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 1631964 ISSUED ON 02-19-2016 CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090 #24 - FOUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. NOTED HEAVY WATER LEAK UNDER 3RD COMPARTMENT (FAR RIGHT) OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. #29 - PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED. #(35) - WALL NOT MAINTAINED BEHIND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND SEAL WALL WITH NON-POROUS MATERIAL. WALL UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT NOT SEALED AROUND PIPES. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS. #(36) - LIGHT BULBS NOT WORKING IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE NON-WORKING BULBS. #(38) - VENTILATION NOT PROVIDE FOR STOVE IN REAR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL PROPER VENTILATION ABOVE STOVE. #(41) - UNNECESSARY ARTICLES NOT PROPERLY STORED ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND ELEVATE SUPPLIES 6 INCHES OR HIGHER AND AWAY FROM WALL. #(45) - ESTABLISHMENT HAS NOT MET REQUIREMENT FOR FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING HANDLED.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: UPGRADED TO CRITICAL VIOLATION #14.
24
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: UPGRADED TO CRICAL VIOLATION #14.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR OR REPAIR DRAIN OPENER.
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Feb 19, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (EG GYRO, BEEF, CHICKEN, COOKED RICE ETC) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE, A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT WHEN HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: FOUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. NOTED HEAVY WATER LEAK UNDER 3RD COMPARTMENT (FAR RIGHT) OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #1528168 ISSUED ON 03-23-2015. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 #32 - EXPOSED HAND SINK SHARED BETWEEN REAR AND FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DOOR AT REAR PREP AREA TO HAVE AREA MAINTAINED. GASKET NOT MAINTAINED ON FRONT REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN GASKET. #33 - CAN OPENER ATTACHED TO PREP TABLE, AND FAN COVERS INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES. #35 - WALL NOT MAINTAINED BEHIND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND SEAL WALL WITH NON-POROUS MATERIAL. WALL UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT NOT SEALED AROUND PIPES. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS. #36 - LIGHT BULBS NOT WORKING IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE NON-WORKING BULBS. #38 - VENTILATION NOT PROVIDE FOR STOVE IN REAR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL PROPER VENTILATION ABOVE STOVE. #40 - THERMOMETER NOT PROVIDED INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER CONSPICUOUSLY INSIDE ALL COOLERS. 06/23/2015 #41 - UNNECESSARY ARTICLES NOT PROPERLY ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND ELEVATE SUPPLIES 6 INCHES OR HIGHER AND AWAY FROM WALL. #45 - ESTABLISHMENT HAS NOT MET REQUIREMENT FOR FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING HANDLED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT OR REPAIR DRAIN OPENER.
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Mar 23, 2015
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: EXPOSED HANDSINK SHARED BETWEEN REAR AND FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DOOR AT REAR PREP AREA TO HAVE AREA MAINTAINED. GASKET NOT MAINTAINED ON FRONT REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN GASKET.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CAN OPENER ATTACHED TO PREP TABLE, AND FAN COVERS INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALL NOT MAINTAINED BEHIND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPALCE AND SEAL WALL WITH NON-POROUS MATERIAL. WALL UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT NOT SEALED AROUND PIPES. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT BULBS NOT WORKING IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE NON-WORKING BULBS.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VENTILATION NOT PROVIDE FOR STOVE IN REAR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL PROPER VENTILATION ABOVE STOVE. FAUCET NOT MAINTAINED AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AT NECK. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WASHER OR REPLACE FAUCET TO PREVENT LEAK.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: THERMOMETER NOT PROVIDED INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER CONSPICUOUSLY INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNNECESSARY ARTICLES NOT PROPERLY ON PREPMISES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNSED ARTICLES AND ELEVATE SUPPLIES 6 INCHES OR HIGHER AND AWAY FROM WALL.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: ESTABLISHMENT HAS NOT MET REQUIREMENT FOR FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST COMPLETE FOOR HANDLERS TRAINING WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING HANDLED.
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Jun 4, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE UTENTILS (PLASTIC FORKS, SPOONS, ETC.) ON TOP OF FRONT SELF SERVICE COUNTER NOT PROPERLY INVERTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS MUST BE PROPERLY INVERTED (HANDLES UPWARD) TO PREVENT POTENTIAL CONTAMINATION.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CONDIMENT PREP COOLER DOOR RUBBER GASKET RIPPED ALSO OBSERVED THICK ICE BUILD UP ON REAR OF CONDENSER INSIDE WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE DAMAGE DOOR GASKET AND REMOVE ICE BUILD UP IN FREEZER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WALL TILES SURFACE IN POOR REPAIR(PEELING) BEHIND AND AROUND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR WALLS/SURFACE OF DAMAGED WALL TILES, SURFACE OF WALLS MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: METAL STEM THERMOMETER NOT CALIBRATED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND CALIBRATE METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR FOOD HANDLERS.
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Mar 28, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: NOTED EMPLOYEE WEARING GLOVES WHILE PREPARING FOOD AT THE FOOD PREP AREA, THEN THROW GARBAGE DEEP INSIDE THE GARBAGE CONTAINER AT THE PREP AREA. WITHOUT CHANGING GLOVES HE WENT STRAIGHT AND CONTINUED PREPPING HOT DOG AND GYROS (REMOVED HOT DOG WITH SAME GLOVES FROM THE HOT DOG CONTAINER). CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-010(A)
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS AND FREEZERS ON PREMISES
30
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CUTTING BOARD AT THE REAR PREP AREA. MUST ALSO DEFROST ASND CLEAN UPRIGHT FREEZER AT THE PREP AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AT THE REAR STORAGE AREA UNDERNEATH SHELVING AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT. ALSO AT THE DRY STORAGE ROOM.
34
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE OR ORGANIZE CLUTTER AT THE REAR STORAGE AREAS AND ALSO AT THE DRY STORAGE ROOM.
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Feb 3, 2012
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found food items not properly dated/labeled in walk in cooler, must date and label food items in walk in cooler.
30
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving, prep table lower shelving not clean need cleaning.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under cooking equipment, heavy equipment not clean need cleaning, floors in rear storage rooms under shelving, and by hot water heater area not clean need cleaning(detailed).
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Damaged wall by 3 compartment had exposed raw wood, peeling paint, shall be repaired/sealed. Wallls in kitchen prep areas need cleaning.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Missing light shields in rear kitchen storage areas, and by exposed hand sink, shall be provided. light shields need cleaning in prep areas.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust canopy not clean needs cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation)in prep area need cleaning.
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Mar 11, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
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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 or wrap individual utensils to prevent contamination.
31
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Can opener attached to prep table 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 behind equipment and in storage room not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and elevate supplies stored on floor.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ventilation covers through-out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
35
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided inside prep cooler. Instructed to have thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary articles stored in both storage rooms and rear utility area. Instructed to remove all unused articles and elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from walls.
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Jun 9, 2010
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: ALL CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS POTS AND PANS MUST BE STORED UPSIDE DOWN INVERTED TO PREVENT POSSIBLE DUST ACCUMULATION.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUBBER GASKET ALONG THE DOOR OF THE WALK IN FREEZER NOT IN GOOD REPAIR-LOOSE AND RIPPED OFF. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
32
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: GAP IN BETWEEN THE WALLS AND CEILING IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST SEAL ALL THE GAP AND MAINTAIN. WALLS BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT IN GOOD REPAIR. MUST REPAIR ,MAKE IT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. CEILING VENT IN FRONT OF THEW WALK IN COOLER WITH DUST BUILT UP. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN. CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE THE FRONT SERVING AREA. MUST REPLACE. MUST SEAL ALL THE HALLS ON THE WALLS AND CEILING INSIDE THE DRY STORAGE ROOM AND REMOVE THE PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING.
35
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM ON THE SIDE BY THE FRONT DOOR ENTRANCE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLE/ ITEMS NOT BEING USED AND ELEVATE ALL ARTICLES TO HAVE AN EASY WAY OF CLEANING THE FLOOR.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Nick's Drive Inn last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Nick's Drive Inn on file is from Jan 17, 2025. The public record contains 23 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Nick's Drive Inn?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 19 times, more than any other issue at Nick's Drive Inn.
Has Nick's Drive Inn's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nick's Drive Inn have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Nick's Drive Inn means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Nick's Drive Inn inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Nick's Drive Inn is inspected around two times per year on average.
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