Philly Steaks
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2015
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Score
Philly Steaks has been inspected six times since 2013. On Feb 25, 2015, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. Note that Philly Steaks's inspection history hasn't been updated since Feb 25, 2015; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
Across the inspection history, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
That's lower than the typical Chicago restaurant, which scores around 81. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspection History
Feb 25, 2015
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE FRONT PREP COOLER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS. ALSO CLEAN THE FILTERS AND HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS AROUND THE FRYERS NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE. ALSO FLOORS ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE WALL BASE NEXT TO THE FRYER TO REMOVE GREASE.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEE'S IN THE FOOD PREP AREA MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED ICE SCOOP INSIDE ICE BIN. MUST REMOVE AND PROPERLY STORE.
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Jan 8, 2015
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE FRONT PREP COOLER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS. ALSO CLEAN THE FILTERS AND HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS AROUND THE FRYERS NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE. ALSO FLOORS ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE WALL BASE NEXT TO THE FRYER TO REMOVE GREASE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NOTED TWO BULBS BRUNT OUT IN THE REAR AND ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED A LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH THE FRONT EXPOSED HAND SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIRMENTS.
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Sep 19, 2014
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FRONT SMALL BOX FREEZER WITH EXCESSIVE ICE, INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST/CLEAN
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FRONT FLOOR NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: VIOLATION CORRECTED
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Jun 26, 2014
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES AT THIS TIME. SERIOUS VIOLATION.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN CUTTING BOARDS, FOOD CHOPPER,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE. ALSO DEFROST SMALL BOX FREEZER FRONT. CLEAN INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR NOT CLEAN UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT AND STORAGE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Dec 19, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Dec 16, 2013
License
7 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: NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS AT HANDSINKS IN BATHROOM, AND PREP AREAS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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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: NO PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. DROPPINGS FOUND AT BOTTOM OF BOTH DEEP FRYERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: NO GARBAGE CONTAINER OR CONTRACT FOR CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: ALL RAW WOOD MUST BE SEALED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: COVING NEEDED IN BATHROOM. MUST INSTALL FLOORS THROUGHOUT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MOP SINK FAUCET HANDLES IN POOR REPAIR. MUST CORRECT
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Philly Steaks last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Philly Steaks on file is from Feb 25, 2015. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Philly Steaks?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Philly Steaks.
Has Philly Steaks' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Philly Steaks have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Philly Steaks 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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