Northside Bar and Grill
Last inspected: Oct 24, 2019
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Northside Bar and Grill appears in inspection records 21 times, starting in 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 24, 2019. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record. Public records show no inspections at Northside Bar and Grill since Oct 24, 2019, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 11 violations per visit versus roughly five violations earlier in the record.
When inspectors have written things up, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been the most frequent reason, cited 13 times.
Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 24, 2019
Reinspection
1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-501.17 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED SOME TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS NOT DATE MARKED.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLERS,FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AND BAR AREA AND FLOOR DRAINS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.11 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM WALLS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-202.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE MISSING END CAPS ON LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR DISH MACHINE AREA.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF ALL PATIO FOLDING DOORS AND MAN DOORS.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-307.11 Inspector Comments: MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD ON BOTH ENDS OF 3- COMPARTMENT SINK NEXT TO PREP TABLES IN PREP AREA.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR PREP COOLER,MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON GLASS REACH IN COOLER,TORN BOOTH SEATS IN DINING AREA.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-101.19 Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM ALL BAR BEER COOLERS,DISH RACKS,SHELVING UNITS IN PREP ,DISH WASHING AND WALK IN COOLERS.MUST DELIME DISH MACHINE.FRYER CABINETS AND WHEEL BASES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN BAR AREA,HOLE IN WALL NEAR HOT WATER TANK,HOLE IN CEILING IN FRONT BAR AREA.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM VEGETABLE WALK IN COOLER FLOOR.
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Oct 15, 2019
Routine
3 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS NOT DATE MARKED.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 20 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS AND FLYING AROUND IN FRONT BAR, ATRIUM BAR AND HALLWAY LEADING TO TOILET ROOMS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 10/15/19.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF BLACK AND PINK BUILD UP ON INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE AND DRIPPING ON TO ICE IN BASIN.MUST REMOVE ICE,CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROBE THERMOMETER FOR TAKING FOOD TEMPERATURES.MUST PROVIDE.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF ALL PATIO FOLDING DOORS AND MAN DOORS.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD ON BOTH ENDS OF 3- COMPARTMENT SINK NEXT TO PREP TABLES IN PREP AREA.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR PREP COOLER,MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON GLASS REACH IN COOLER,TORN BOOTH SEATS IN DINING AREA.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM ALL BAR BEER COOLERS,DISH RACKS,SHELVING UNITS IN PREP ,DISH WASHING AND WALK IN COOLERS.MUST DELIME DISH MACHINE.FRYER CABINETS AND WHEEL BASES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN BAR AREA,HOLE IN WALL NEAR HOT WATER TANK,HOLE IN CEILING IN FRONT BAR AREA.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM VEGETABLE WALK IN COOLER FLOOR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLERS,FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AND BAR AREA AND FLOOR DRAINS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM WALLS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN FRONT PREP AREA AND END CAPS ON LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR DISH MACHINE AREA.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Oct 29, 2018
Reinspection
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU WHICH STATES WHICH FOOD ITEMS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDER COOKED. MUST LINK THE FOOD ITEMS WITH THE REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 DETAIL CLEAN THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS, TOP OF BROILER, INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYERS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 DETAIL CLEAN THE DUST ON THE CEILING. CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.11 REPLACE THE MISSING FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF THE DEEP FRYERS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-202.11 MUST PROVIDE A LIGHT SHIELD AND END CAPS FOR THE LIGHT FIXTURE IN THE FRONT PREP AREA.
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Oct 22, 2018
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: 4-501.114 OBSERVED NO CHLORINE SANITIZER DETECTED AT THE FINAL RINSE OF THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE BEHIND THE BAR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE MACHINE SO THAT 100 PPM CHLORINE IS DETECTED AT THE FINAL RINSE. PRIORITY 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU WHICH STATES WHICH FOOD ITEMS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED. MUST LINK THE FOOD ITEMS WITH THE REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-204.11 NO EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IS INSTALLED IN THE REAR PREP AREA WHERE THE DISHMACHINE IS LOCATED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AN EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN THIS AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 DETAIL CLEAN THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS, TOP OF BROILER, INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYERS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 DETAIL CLEAN THE DUST ON THE CEILING. CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.11 SCRAPE AND REPAINT THE CHIPPED PAINT ON THE CEILING IN BETWEEN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS AND BEHIND THE STEAM TABLE. REPLACE THE MISSING FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF THE DEEP FRYERS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-202.11 MUST PROVIDE A LIGHT SHIELD AND END CAPS FOR THE LIGHT FIXTURE IN THE FRONT PREP AREA.
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Feb 3, 2017
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: PREP AREA 3-DOOR REACH IN COOLER RUBBER DOOR GASKETS NOT TIGHT FITTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MAKE SAID COOLER DOOR RUBBER GASKETS TIGHT FITTED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON PREP AREA 3-DOOR COOLER COMPRESSOR ALSO OBSERVED SLIGHT PINK BUILD UP INSIDE REAR BAR GUN HOLDERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: CEILING LIGHT END CAPS MISSING ABOVE DISHWASH AREA. MUST PROVIDE END CAPS FOR ALL CEILING LIGHT COVERS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MAIN BAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK MIDDLE DRAIN PIPE LEAKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: SOME BAR REACH IN COOLERS MISSING THERMOMETERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ATTIC STORAGE ROOM FLOOR CLUTTERED THROUGHOUT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS OFF FLOOR, MUST BE ABLE TO CLEAN FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND ALL ITEMS.
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Nov 18, 2016
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LOW WATER PRESSURE AT THE KITCHEN HAND WASH SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND INCREASE THE WATER PRESSURE PER CITY RULES AND REGULATIONS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED DIRTY AND RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE AND/OR REPLACE SHELVES WHERE EVER NECESSARY.MUST ALSO REMOVE ALL CARD BOARD BOXES USED TO LINE SHELVES INSIDE EXTERIOR WALK IN COOLERS...NOTED ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE ICE BIN AT THE FRONT BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN ICE SCOOP HOLDER FOR THE BAR ICE BIN.
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Nov 9, 2016
Routine
10 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS INSIDE SERVICE COOLER TO BE IMPROPER:-CHICKEN 77.5F/74.2F, BEANS 66.5F, CHEESE (ASSORTED)65.3F,66.2F,52F, CORN BEEF 58.5F, HAMBURGERS 45.9F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 9 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $29.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
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Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: NOTED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT THE FOLLOWING SINK WHILE EMPLOYEES WERE PREPARING FOOD:-KITCHEN HAND WASH SINK 69.4F, 3 COMPARTMENT SINK 84.7F, 1 COMPARTMENT SINK 62.1F, BAR HAND WASH SINK 72.9F. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER ON ALL SINKS ESPECIALLY WHEN PREPARING FOOD. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-030
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: NOTED VERY THICK SLIMY, BROWNISH AND PINKISH SUBSTANCE INSIDE THE UPPER AND LOWER COMPARTMENTS OF ICE MACHINE DRIPPING ON TO THE ICE. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS DETAIL CLEANED AND SANITIZED. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
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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: NOTED OVER 40 FLYING INSECTS ON WALLS, CEILING, SHELVES, LIGHT FIXTURES AND BOXES AT THE PREP AREA, REAR AND FRONT BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED DIRTY AND RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE AND/OR REPLACE SHELVES WHERE EVER NECESSARY.MUST ALSO REMOVE ALL CARD BOARD BOXES USED TO LINE SHELVES INSIDE EXTERIOR WALK IN COOLERS...NOTED ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE ICE BIN AT THE FRONT BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN ICE SCOOP HOLDER FOR THE BAR ICE BIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED A SLIMY SUBSTANCE INSIDE THE SODA GUN HOLDERS AT THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: NOTED FLOOR AT THE REAR PREP/DISH WASHING LINED WITH CARD BOARD BOXES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND ALSO MAINTAIN DRY FLOORS...MUST ALSO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS ESPECIALLY AT THE BAR AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED DUST ACCUMULATION ON WALLS AND CEILING AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LOW WATER PRESSURE AT THE KITCHEN HAND WASH SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND INCREASE THE WATER PRESSURE PER CITY RULES AND REGULATIONS....ALSO NOTED LEAKING FAUCET AT THE KITCHEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN DIRTY AND DUSTY FANS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS ESPECIALLY AT THE PREP AREA.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED DIRTY WASH CLOTHS SCATTERED THROUGH OUT THE PREP TABLE KITCHEN AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL WASH CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE.
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May 26, 2016
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST ALSO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TORN RUBBER GASKET AT DOORS OF SERVICE COOLERS AT THE KITCHEN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LEAKING PIPE AT THE U-JOINT OF HAND WASH SINK OF THE MENS BATHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN....NOTED NO HAND WASH SINK AT THE MAIN BAR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A HAND WASH SINK AT THE BAR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED VERY HEAVY CLUTTER THROUGH OUT THE ATTIC OF THE SECOND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND/OR REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.
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May 19, 2016
Routine
9 minor violations.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: NOTED NO SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT THE SECOND BAR. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT SINKS ALWAYS. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY HAD EMPLOYEES PUT SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT SINK. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-030
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: NOTED A VERY THICK GRAYISH, PINKISH AND SLIMY SUBSTANCE INSIDE THE UPPER AND LOWER COMPARTMENT OF ICE MACHINE DRIPPING ONTO THE ICE. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS DETAILED CLEANED AND SANITIZE. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY CALLED COMPANY FOR MAINTENANCE. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
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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: NOTED OVER 20 FLYING INSECTS ON WALLS, CEILING, AND EQUIPMENT AT THE KITCHEN, BARS AND DINNING AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED SHELVES INSIDE BEER WALK IN COOLER LINED WITH CARDBOARD BOXES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SHELVES...MUST ALSO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TORN RUBBER GASKET AT DOORS OF SERVICE COOLERS AT THE KITCHEN AND THE SEVERE DAMAGED LID OF LARGE CHEST FREEZER AT THE SECOND FLOOR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED HEAVY ICE BUILD UP INSIDE CHEST FREEZERS ON THE SECOND FLOOR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS THROUGH OUT WITH HEAVY SLIM AND DIRT INSIDE DRAINS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED HEAVY DUST ACCUMULATION ON WALLS, CEILING AND LIGHTING AT THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LEAKING PIPE AT THE U-JOINT OF HAND WASH SINK OF THE MENS BATHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN....NOTED NO HAND WASH SINK AT THE MAIN BAR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A HAND WASH SINK AT THE BAR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED VERY HEAVY CLUTTER THROUGH OUT THE ATTIC OF THE SECOND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND/OR REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.
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May 21, 2015
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTY STORAGE SHELVING IN REAR PREP AREA. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALL AND CEILING AREAS WITH PEELING PAINT AT REAR DISHWASHING AREAS MUST REPAIR TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES. DETAIL CLEAN WALL BEHIND DISHMACHINE AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK REMODE DIRT.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP AND DIRT ON LIGHT SHIELS IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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May 13, 2015
Complaint
5 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: EVIDENCE OF LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 FRUIT FLIES ON WALLS, CARDBOARD BOXES AND PIPES IN REAR AREA WHERE WATER HEATER IS LOCATED AND REAR PREP AREA BEHIND ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZED AFFECTED AREA.(WALLS) ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE FLYING INSECT PROBLEM. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTY STORAGE SHELVING IN REAR PREP AREA. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN REAR PREP AREA AND AROUND WATER HEATER. MUST REMOVE DIRT. REMOVE STANDING WATER AROUND WATER HEATER AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRY 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: WALL AND CEILING AREAS WITH PEELING PAINT AT REAR DISHWASHING AREAS MUST REPAIR TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES. DETAIL CLEAN WALL BEHIND DISHMACHINE AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK REMODE DIRT.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP AND DIRT ON LIGHT SHIELS IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 7, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE WEATHER STRIPPING AT THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR VERY WORN. MUST REPLACE TO PREVENT ENTRY POINT FOR PEST.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON 2nd FLOOR TOILET ROOM DOOR.
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Dec 2, 2013
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Drainline not installed at bar soda gun holder. Instructed to install drainline.
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Aug 16, 2013
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SECTIONS OF WALL AND CEILING AREAS WITH PEELING PAINT AT REAR DISHWASHING AREAS MUST REPAIR TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MISSING ENDCAPS ON SEVERAL LIGHT FIXTURES THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AREA.
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Aug 8, 2013
Reinspection
7 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 SEE PREVIOUS REPORT.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: PENDING SEE PREVIOUS REPORT.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: PENDING SEE PREVIOUS REPORT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: PENDING SEE PREVIOUS REPORT.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PENDING SEE PREVIOUS REPORT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PENDING SEE PREVIOUS REPORT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: PENDING SEE PREVIOUS REPORT.
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Aug 5, 2013
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: ECO LAB LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE AT BAR AREA IN USE AT THIS TIME. DISPENSING "0" PPM--TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION DURING THIS INSPECTION.MUST NOT USE UNTIL REPAIRED AND NOTIFY THE THE CDPH AT 312-746-4240 OR BY E-MAIL cdphfood@cityofchicago.org TO REQUEST A TAG REMOVAL.CRITICAL 7-38-030.
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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: OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE THE BAR AREA AND HALLWAY CORRIDOR LEADING TO CUSTOMERS TOILET ROOMS. APPROXIMATELY 25 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED ON THE WALLS, CEILING AND EQUIPMENT IN THESE AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY.ALSO,THE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK IS INCOMPLETE MISSING COPIES OF THE IDPH LICENSES AND A MAP LOCATOR INDICATING THE PEST CONTROL SERVICES PROVIDED FOR THIS FOOD ESTABLISHMENT.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced and provide ice bin covers for ice bins at bars.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FAN COVERS AND SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLERS AND SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS AND BAR GUNS AND HOUSING ATTACHED AT BAR AREAS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SECTIONS OF WALL AND CEILING AREAS WITH PEELING PAINT AT REAR DISHWASHING AREAS MUST REPAIR TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MISSING ENDCAPS ON SEVERAL LIGHT FIXTURES THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: CLEAN DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON VENTILATION COVERS ABOVE THE HOOD IN THE KITCHEN AREAS AND REPAIR WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET FOR THE 1COMP SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTERED CONDITIONS STORED BENEATH THE STAIRCASE AT REAR OUTSIDE AREAS.
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Oct 13, 2011
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING.
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Oct 6, 2011
Tag Removal
7 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: VIOLATION STILL PENDING.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING.
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Oct 4, 2011
Routine
8 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.FOUND LARGE AMOUNTS OF MOLD INSIDE ICE MACHINE//MUST CLEAN,SANITIZED ICE MAKER.HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT.MUST NOT USE UNTIL THE CDPH IS NOTIFIED VIA FAX 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30 LIVE HOUSE FRUIT FLIES INSIDE OF THE DINING AND BAR AREAS OF THE RESTAURANT. THE DOORS TO THE RESTAURANT WERE KEPT OPEN DURING THE INSPECTION AND DOORS TO PREMISES WERE WIDE OPEN. MANAGEMENT CLOSED THE DOORS TO THE RESTAURANT WHEN THIS WAS BROUGHT TO THEIR ATTENTION.DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS MUST ELIMINATE OR MINIMIZE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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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.MUST PROPERLY STORE,INVERT CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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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.REPAIR/REPLACE RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE COOLERS USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH.
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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.INTERIORS/EXTERIORS OF COOLERS,SHELVINGS,INTERIOR COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS,MANUAL CAN OPENER WITH HOUSING ATTACHED,SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENTS,BAR GUNS AND HOUSINGS ATTACHED,PANELS BEHIND BAR COUNTERS REQUIREE A DETAIL CLEANING.
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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 ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND REPAIR RUSTY FLOOR INSIDE THE PRODUCE WALK-IN-COOLER.
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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.DETAIL CLEAN VENTILATION COVERS,CEILING FANS TO REMOVE DUST BUILD-UP,REPAIR SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HANDSINK AT WE-BAR.
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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.DETAIL CLEAN,ORGANIZE STORAGE AREAS,REMOVE UNNECCESSARY ARTICLES.
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Aug 26, 2010
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN WALLS IN KITCHEN BY REFRIGERATOR WITH STAINS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE LIGHT SHIELD MISSING IN DISH WASHING ROOM.
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Aug 18, 2010
Routine
6 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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. EVIDENCE OF INSECT ACTIVITY NOTED ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. NOTED 30 ANTS ON FLOOR NEAR SW SIDE EXIT DOOR TO OUTDOOR CAFE,AND 20 FRUIT FLIES IN THE BAR. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS,INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY TREAT AND GET RID OF ABOVE SAID INSECTS.
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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. REPAIR RUSTING METAL PANEL IN WALK IN COOLER AT KITCHEN.
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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 SIDE WALLS OF STOVES AND DEEP FRYERS UNDER HOOD WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DEBRIS,CLEAN SODA PIPES IN BAR AT DINING CORNER OF ICE BIN, AND PIPE UDER 3COMP.SINK WITH GREEN AND BROWN SLIMMY STUFF GROWING ON THEM.
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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. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS DRY IN BAR UNDER ICE BIN AND UNDER 3COMP.SINK WITH STANDING WATER. FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND STOVE AND DEEP FRYER WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE NEEDS CLEANING.
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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. CLEAN WALLS IN KITCHEN BY REFRIGERATOR WITH STAINS.
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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 REPLACE LIGHT SHIELD MISSING IN DISH WASHIG ROOM.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Northside Bar and Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Northside Bar and Grill on file is from Oct 24, 2019. The public record contains 21 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Northside Bar and Grill?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited 13 times, more than any other issue at Northside Bar and Grill.
Has Northside Bar and Grill's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Northside Bar and Grill have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Northside Bar and Grill means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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