Phil's Kastle
Last inspected: May 10, 2016
90
Score
Phil's Kastle has been inspected seven times since 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated May 10, 2016. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. Public records show no inspections at Phil's Kastle since May 10, 2016, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.
Across the inspection history, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded seven times.
Phil's Kastle's latest score of 90 sits above the Chicago average of 81. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspection History
May 10, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED THE EXTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT DIRTY. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED WATER DAMAGE CEILING TILES IN THE PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN THE VENT COVER IN THE DINING AREA TO REMOVE DUST.
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Jun 2, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF DEEP FRYERS OF GREASE BUILD-UP AND CLEAN THE STOVE OF GREASE BUILD-UP,IN ALSO MUST DEFROST THE REACH-IN FREEZER IN PREP AREA AND CLEAN INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINYAIN EQUIPMENT
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: REMOVE A LITTLE STANDING WATER IN NON-FOOD BASEMENT AREA, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP FLOORS DRY
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE VENT IN THE DINNING AREA OF DUST BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM THE OUTSIDE STORAGE AREA AND INSIDE BASEMENT AREA,TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES OR PROOF OF ENROLLEMENT,UPON NEXT INSPECTION
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Sep 8, 2014
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE HOT HOLDING UNIT NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. ALSO OBSERVED CARDBOARD UNDER THE FLOOR MATS FRONT, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE CARDBOARD.
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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 OVER UPRIGHT FREEZER, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. ALSO OBSERVED THE CEILING LIGHT SHIELDS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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May 10, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUSTY STORAGE SHELVE UNITS IN DRY STORAGE ROOM.MUST REPAIR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR STORAGE SHELVES AND WALLS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NOT CLEAN INSIDE WALK IN COOLER AND THRU-OUT BASEMENT.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAKY FAUCETS AT 3-COMP SINKS.MUST REPAIR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN OUTSIDE REAR.MUST REMOVE AND ORGANIZE/MAINTAIN AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE AREA.
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Nov 23, 2012
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOUND ITERIOR FICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN.MST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS OF DEBRIS THRU-OUT IN BASMENT.
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Nov 30, 2011
Routine
2 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.OBSERVED ONE MISSING VENT FILTER OVER FLAT GRILL INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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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.THE FOLLOWING ITEMS NOT CLEAN REACH IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVER,STORAGE SHELVES, AND DOOR TRACK, AND HOT HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Feb 25, 2010
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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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. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN GYROS MACHINE AND CABINETS/SHELVES THROUGHOUT.
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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 DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN BASEMENT, IN ALL CORNERS, AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENTS. MUST REPLACE/PROVIDE ALL MISSING/DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Use dustless cleaning methods. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENTS IN WASHROOM, WALLS BEHIND AND AROUND 3-COMP. SINK.
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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 A SHIELD TO THE LIGHT INSIDE OF THE 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. MUST REPAIR THE LEAK AT THE BASE AND UNDERNEATH THE 3-COMP. SINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. ALSO, MUST HAVE FAR RIGHT COMPARTMENT DRAIN FIXED OR PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE PLUG FOR IT ON SAME SAID SINK.
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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 ANY/ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENTS (I.E. FREEZER, ICE MACHINE ETC.) FROM BASEMENT IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING SITES.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Phil's Kastle last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Phil's Kastle on file is from May 10, 2016. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Phil's Kastle?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Phil's Kastle.
Has Phil's Kastle's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Phil's Kastle have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Phil's Kastle 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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