Nothin Less
Last inspected: May 10, 2012
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Score
Going back to 2010, Nothin Less has five inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from May 10, 2012. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. Nothin Less's record stops at May 10, 2012, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.
“Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, this is about average. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspection History
May 10, 2012
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR FLOOR SURFACE REAR AREA, BROKEN BRICK SURFACE IN POOR REPAIR
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A HEAVIER SEALANT ON RAW BRICK WALL SURFACES, BEHIND COUNTER FRONT PREP AREA
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELD REAR DISH AREA, NOT CLEAN, MUST REMOVE ALL DUST AND DEBRI
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A GREASE TRAP AT REAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK
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Oct 27, 2011
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
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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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING.
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Oct 18, 2011
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.Found rear door to food establishment not insect/rodent proofed light coming through, no weather strip must make said door tight fitting all accross bottom.serious violation 7-38-020.
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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.Found exposed raw brick behind service counter along drink prep table must be smooth,easily cleanable.
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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.FOUND LIGHT FIXTURE INSIDE MENS TOILET ROOM NO SHIELDED.
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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.FOUND CLUTTERED CONDITIONS INSIDE THE ELECTRICAL PANEL LOCATED ON SOUTH WALL AND PROPERLY STORE CLEANING EQUIPMENT IN A DESIGNATED AREA.
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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 hair.Food handlers must have hair restraints when working around open food.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.Ice scoops must be stored,inverted in clean container.
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Oct 6, 2010
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABEL ON PREPARED FOOD CONTAINERS OR FOODS THAT ARE PACKAGED BY LICENSEE ON DISPLAY WITH FOOD NAME AND ADDRESS.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN INSIDE BOTTOM OF 2DOOR REACH IN COOLER AT REAR PREP AREA,PREP.TABLE AND STORAGE SHELF UNDER SAME TABLE,MICROWAVE,BAKE OVEN,PANINI GRILL,MEAT SLICER,3COMP.AND MOP SINKS WITH DEBRIS ALL AT REAR PREP AREA;AND EXPOSE HAND WASH SINK AT FRONT PREPS,AND INSIDE OF TOILET BOWLS WITH STAINS.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS IN DINING AND FLOORS AT DRY STORAGE ROOM AT REAR BR REAR EXIT DOOR WITH DEBRIS.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR COLD WATER KNOB ON HAND WASH SINK AT FRONT PREP AREA.
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Mar 30, 2010
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Nothin Less last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Nothin Less on file is from May 10, 2012. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Nothin Less?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Nothin Less.
Has Nothin Less' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Nothin Less have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Nothin Less 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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