Nikos' Gyros
Last inspected: Jul 27, 2012
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Score
Inspectors have visited Nikos' Gyros three times, with records going back to 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 27, 2012. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe. The file hasn't been updated since Jul 27, 2012, so take the current picture with that in mind.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to eight violations.
When inspectors have written things up, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Nikos' Gyros' latest score of 67 falls below the Chicago average of 81. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspection History
Jul 27, 2012
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. OBSERVED FOOD BASKETS AND FOOD TRAY'S NOT INVERTED AT THIS TIME MANAGER INVERTED FOOD TRAY'S DURING THE INSPECTION.
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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.RUSTY STORAGE SHELF REAR BELOW PREP TABLES. NEED TO REMOVE RUST.MIKSSING FAN GUARD COVERS IN BOTH WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER NEED TO REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage.NEED TO CLEAN FRONT GRILL AREA DRIP TRAY,HOOD.
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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.NEED TO REMOVE RUST FROM WALK-IN COOLER FLOOR, AND CLEAN FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE/PREP AREA.
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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.NEED TO REMOVE DUST FROM CEILING VENTS,TILES IN FRONT PREP AND FRONT DINNING ROOM.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.NEED TO CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS DUSTY, AND NEED TO INSTALL END CAPS FOR THE TWO LIGHTS OVER THE FRONT PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.3 COMP. COLD WATER HANDLE IN POOR REPAIR NEED TO REPLACE.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hairNEED TO PROVIDE HAIR NET/ BEARD NET FOR EMPLOYEES.
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Jul 26, 2011
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. RUBBER GASKETS IN NEED OF CLEANING AT REACH IN COOLER. ICE BUILD UP IN WALK IN FREEZER IN NEED OF REMOVAL. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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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 IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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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. Use dustless cleaning methods. CEILING IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE SPLATTER AND DUST. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. LEAKS AT HAND SINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET LEAKING IN NEED OF REPAIR. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Aug 13, 2010
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUSTY SURFACES ON BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES. PAINT SAME WITH NON-TOXIC PAINT.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS, UNDERNEATH FLAT TOP GRILL, AND GASKETS OF REACH-IN COOLER NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS BUILD UP. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: VENTS AND LIGHTSHIELDS IN PREP AREA NOT CLEAN, DUST ACCUMULATION. CLEAN SAME.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET BASE LEAKING. REPAIR SAME.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Nikos' Gyros last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Nikos' Gyros on file is from Jul 27, 2012. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Nikos' Gyros?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Nikos' Gyros.
Has Nikos' Gyros' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Nikos' Gyros have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Nikos' Gyros means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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