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Plant Based Junkie

1635 1/2 E 87Th St, Chicago, IL 60617
Vegetarian
Last inspected: May 25, 2023
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Score
High Risk

Plant Based Junkie appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2020. The most recent visit was on May 25, 2023. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important. Public records show no inspections at Plant Based Junkie since May 25, 2023, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 12 violations lately compared to roughly five violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean”, which has been cited four times.

By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting Plant Based Junkie on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
May 25, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC DOESN'T HAVE A FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW NOR ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (CHICKEN,GROUND BEEF,ONIONS)MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND FOOD BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINET,GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,POTATO PEELER.PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,INTERIOR OF REACH IN FREEZER,UNUSED FRYER NEAR REAR DOOR.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPES UNDERNEATH 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASES AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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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 A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LID OF GREASE TRAP.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Mar 3, 2022
Reinspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED SUCH AS SLICED TOMATOES, ETC. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINER WITH NO LABELS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR NEAR BACK DOOR AND IN DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND ELEVATE NECESSARY ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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Feb 24, 2022
Routine
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ADEQUATE SUPPLIES ON SITE TO PROPERLY RESPOND TO VOMIT AND/OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROBE THERMOMETER FOR ACCURATELY MONITORING FOOD TEMPERATURES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO UPDATED LOG BOOK WITH SERVICE REPORTS OR LICENSING INFORMATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020 (C) CITATION ISSUED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR NEAR BACK DOOR AND IN DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND ELEVATE NECESSARY ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
55
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINER WITH NO LABELS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 5, 2020
License
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE ON THE UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SO THAT IT CAN BE LOCATED, SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Plant Based Junkie last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Plant Based Junkie on file is from May 25, 2023. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Plant Based Junkie?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Plant Based Junkie.

Has Plant Based Junkie's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Plant Based Junkie have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Plant Based Junkie 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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