Nirala Sweets & Snacks
Last inspected: Sep 13, 2011
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Score
Across the available record, Nirala Sweets & Snacks has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The most recent visit was on Sep 13, 2011. 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 Nirala Sweets & Snacks dates to Sep 13, 2011.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “premises maintained free of litter”, which has been cited four times.
Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Nirala Sweets & Snacks is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspection History
Sep 13, 2011
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: remains to be corrected.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: remains to be corrected.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: remains to be corrected.
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Sep 6, 2011
Complaint
8 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: FOUND EVIDENCE OF MICE DROPPINGS IN THE REAR TWO STORAGE AREA. ALONG THE WALLS AND ALL CORNERS OVER 35 TOTAL. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. INFORM THE PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN AND HAVE ANOTHER RECENT INSPECTION OF THE ESTABLISHMENT. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE GARBAGE LID OPEN WITH OVERFLOWING GARBAGE. SURROUNDING AREA NOT MAINTAINED WITH DEBRIS ALL AROUND THE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE SURROUNDING AREAS, AND LID OF THE DUMPSTER MUST BE CLOSED ALL THE TIMES. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LABEL ON ALL FOOD CONTAINERS FOR SALE IN THE DISPLAY COOLER AND REACH IN COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: ALL THE BULK CONTAINERS AND SPICES LID AND EXTERIOR PART, ALL THE EXTERIOR OF ALL THE DOORS OF THE COOLERS AND BOTTOM PART OF THE SLIDING DOORS OF THE REACH IN COOLERS AND DISPLAY COOLERS; THE INTERIOR CEILING AND WALLS OF THE REACH IN COOLER; AND THE INTERIOR OF THE CABINET INSIDE THE WASHROOM AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE FLOOR ALONG THE WALL BASE AND ALL CORNER IN THE REAR TWO STORAGE AREA AND MAINTAIN. FLOOR TILES IN THE REAR STORAGE AREAS AND INSIDE THE REAR WASHROOM NOT IN GOOD REPAIR. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE FLOOR TILES. FLOOR BEHIND THE GREASE BOX UNDER THE DRAIN BOARD OF 3 COMPT SINK NEED DETAIL CLEANING.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: PEELING PAINT ON THE WALLS ON IST STORAGE ROOM, MUST REMOVE PEELING PAINT. CEILING ON THE REAR WASHROOM DAMAGED. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. FAN GUARD INSIDE THE 2 DOOR COOLER WITH DUST BUILT UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER AND MUST BE VISIBLE IN 2 DOOR COOLER, CHEST FREEZER.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER IN THE TWO STORAGE ROOM, EMPTY BUCKET, MILK CRATE, CARPET, BROKEN COOLER, CHAIRS,ETC.MUST DISPOSE UNUSED ITEMS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Aug 8, 2011
Complaint
No violations found.
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Dec 17, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Dec 13, 2010
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin/insect infestations. UPON REINSPECTION OBSERVED MICE DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT PREP, STORAGE, REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL MICE DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE ALL EQUIPMENT. NO CITATION ISSUED AT THIS TIME. BUSINESS NOT OPEN OR OPERATING AT THIS TIME.
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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. COOKING POTS TOO LARGE FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REMOVE OVER-SIZED EQUIPMENT /UTENSILS FROM PREMISES.
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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. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON SHELVES, COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLER RAILS, INTERIOR OF COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL UNCLEAN EQUIPMENT THROUGOUT PREMIESES.
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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. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS, CORNERS THROUGHOUT. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND MAINTAIN.
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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. MUST PROVIDE CEILING LIGHT COVER IN PREP AREA OVER MIXER.
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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 CLUTTER FROM REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Dec 10, 2010
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: Stll found evidence of rodent activity, sighted rodent droppings(50+) in service, prep and storage areas, front door still has gap on middle of door, must repair(no gaps). Door must be insect, and rodent proofed.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Above violation still remain to be corrected(peeling paint by rear prep table).
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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. Must repair mop sink drain pipe(leaking).
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Dec 3, 2010
Routine
10 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: Found/Observed rodent droppings(300+) throughout premises, in rear kitchen prep areas, under prep tables, storage shelving, heavy equipment(coolers), rear storage areas on storage shelving, unused equipment, bathroom, front counter shelving.Also found front entrance/exit door not rodent proofed, door had 1/4 inch gap on middle of doors, rear exit door needs adjustment to properly close. Critical violation, citation issued. 7-38-020. Must remove all droppings, wash and sanitize all surfaces, have premises serviced by pest control company and correct all following violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: Mold and slime build-up on interior surfaces of dairy cooler in rear. Must wash, sanitize and maintain equipment. Citation issued, serious violation. 7-38-005a.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exposed raw wood on front counter(shelving), rear areas, and by exposed hand sink, shall be repair and sealed to be non-absorbant. Cooking pots too large for 3 compartment sink. Must remove over-sized equipment/utensils from premises.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Found observed cooking equipment, prep tables, cooler shelving, storage shelving with excess grease, food debris accumulation throughout kitchen equipment, needs detailed cleaning (excess food bebris, grease removed, and sanitized).Rear storage shelving not clean need detailed cleaning(crevices), stove need extra detail cleaning(oven), front display cooler door tracks, shelving need detailed cleaning and sanitizing. Front counter shelving and dining room chairs and tables needs cleaning.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors throughout premises not clean had excess food debris, food particles, grease build up in kitchen prep areas. Floors need throughot cleaning, and sanitizing throughout premises especially under heavy equipment, rear kitchen, and storage areas(corners, and along wallbase). Dead mouse on floor in rear storage area.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls in kitchen prep areas need detailed cleaning and sanitizing, peeling paint on walls in kitchen areas ,rear storage areas shall be repair. Repair bent wall splashguard above 3 compartment sink. Clean ceiling/wall vents through-out.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Missing light shields in prep and service areas, shall be provided, light shields that were missing end caps shall be provided, coolers that had missing,damaged light shields shall be repair/replaced. Some lights not working in rear storage areas, must have working light fixtures.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust vents(ventilation) in kitchen prep area, coolers, and bathroom need cleaning. Exhaust canopy not clean, needs detailed cleaning. Repair and maintain plumbing under mop sink. Provide working drain plugs (3) for 3 compartment sink. All cooking equipment must be under ventilation hood.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Coolers missing conspicuously placed thermometers, also no metal stem thermometer. Must provide and maintain thermometers.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Excess debris and clutter in rear storage areas, kitchen areas shall be removed. Stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Nirala Sweets & Snacks last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Nirala Sweets & Snacks on file is from Sep 13, 2011. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Nirala Sweets & Snacks?
Across the inspection record, “premises maintained free of litter” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Nirala Sweets & Snacks.
Has Nirala Sweets & Snacks' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nirala Sweets & Snacks have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Nirala Sweets & Snacks 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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