Pier 37

10959 S Doty Ave, Chicago, IL 60628

Seafood

Last inspected: Mar 25, 2013

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Pier 37 three times, with records going back to 2012. Pier 37 was last inspected on Mar 25, 2013. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit. The file hasn't been updated since Mar 25, 2013, so take the current picture with that in mind.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.

Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Pier 37 is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 25, 2013

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Mar 18, 2013

Routine

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: OBSERVED 70-80 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS, CORNERS AND SHELVES IN BASEMENT MECHANICAL ROOM AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN BASEMENT MECHANICAL ROOMS.

Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN BAR AREA.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: REPAIR SENSOR ON MIDDLE SINK IN WOMEN WASHROOM.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

Aug 29, 2012

Routine

6 minor violations.

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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: REMOVE ICE BUILDUP ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN BASEMENT. REPAIR STRIPS ON DOORS.

Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE 3-COMP SINK IN BAR AREA.

Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

Inspector notes: PROVIDE SEPARATE AREA FOR EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS.

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector notes: STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pier 37 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pier 37 on file is from Mar 25, 2013. The public record contains three inspections in total.

Has Pier 37's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Pier 37 have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pier 37 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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