Nicky's Drive - Thru

11500 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60643
American
Last inspected: Sep 26, 2014
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Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2010, Nicky's Drive - Thru has six inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 26, 2014. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Nicky's Drive - Thru dates to Sep 26, 2014.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.

Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Nicky's Drive - Thru is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 26, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN.MUST CLEAN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DEBRIS ON FLOORS BEHIND FEEZERS AND IN STORAGE CLOSET BY WASHROOMS.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.ALSO ELEVATE STORAGE OFF FLOORS,RUGS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LOW WATER PRESSURE AT DESSERT ICE CREAM MACHINE FAUCET. ALSO COLD WATER HANDLE LOOSE AT 3-COMP SINK FIRST FAUCET.MUST REPAIR
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Dec 12, 2013
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE CRATES AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, FREEZERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, BEVERAGE MACHINE NOZZLES AND SPIGOTS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN PREP, STORAGE, AND WALK-IN COOLER AREAS. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT(GREASE BUILDUP), ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES NEAR VENTILATION HOOD.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: SECURE LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES IN STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Oct 18, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM REAR STORAGE TABLE SHELF.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND SANITIZE REAR SLICER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN DUSTY CEILING VENTS. CLEAN WAKL-IN COOLER WALL.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE INSIDE OF THE LIGHT SHIELDS.
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Oct 4, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
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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. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, POP MACHINE, SHAKE MIXER, COOLERS, FREEZERS, FRYERS, GRILL, HOLDING UNITS, OVEN, SHELVES.
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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. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS, IN WALK-IN COOLER, PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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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. REPLACE MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS.
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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. ORGANIZE STORAGE AREAS AND STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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May 23, 2011
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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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. CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, STEAM TABLES, SHELVES, COOLERS, FREEZERS.
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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. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS.
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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. REPLACE MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND ELECTRICAL OUTLETS, LIGHT SWITCHES, ETC
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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. ORGANIZE STORAGE AREAS AND STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Sep 28, 2010
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, STEAM TABLES, SHELVES, COOLERS, FREEZERS.
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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. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS.
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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. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND ELECTRICAL OUTLETS, LIGHT SWITCHES, ETC
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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. ORGANIZE STORAGE AREAS AND STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nicky's Drive - Thru last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Nicky's Drive - Thru on file is from Sep 26, 2014. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Nicky's Drive - Thru?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Nicky's Drive - Thru.

Has Nicky's Drive - Thru's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nicky's Drive - Thru have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Nicky's Drive - Thru means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.