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Plush-Chicago

1104 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: May 11, 2011
86
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Plush-Chicago, the earliest from 2010. The latest inspection on file is from May 11, 2011. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. Plush-Chicago's record stops at May 11, 2011, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

“Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Plush-Chicago on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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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 11, 2011
Routine
3 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. THE BAR SODA GUN HOLDERS ARE DIRTY, WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE SODA GUNS AND HOLDERS.
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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. THE KITCHEN FLOORS ARE DAMAGED BY THE HOT LINE AND DIRTY BEHIND THE EQUIPMENT LEGS. THE REAR DOOR WALKWAY IS GREASY. RESEAL THE KITCHEN AND DOORWAY FLOORS SO THEY ARE SMOOTH, SANITARY AND EASY TO MAINTAIN.
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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. THE WALLS ABOVE THE CATCH BASIN HAVE OLD SMALLFIY RESIDUE, CLEAN AND REPAINT THE WALLS.
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86
Aug 20, 2010
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Excessive dirty dishes left from prior day need to be cleaned before closing.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: The ice machine has a dirty buildup inside which needs to washed, rinsed and sanitized.
33
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Install a lid on the ejector pit.
38
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.
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82
Aug 13, 2010
Complaint
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: 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. Over 40 live smallflies were found in the basement ejector pit and 10 were found in the bar, Anderson Pest Control report dated 8/5/10 also documented smallfly activity.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. Excessive dirty dishes left from prior day need to be cleaned before closing.
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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 ice machine has a dirty buildup inside which needs to washed, rinsed and sanitized.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Install a lid on the ejector pit.
38
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.
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78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Plush-Chicago last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Plush-Chicago on file is from May 11, 2011. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Plush-Chicago?

Across the inspection record, “clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Plush-Chicago.

Has Plush-Chicago's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Plush-Chicago have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Plush-Chicago 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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