Pollitos Grill & Rotisserie

39 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60606
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Jun 27, 2013
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Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2010, Pollitos Grill & Rotisserie has five inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Jun 27, 2013. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. The file hasn't been updated since Jun 27, 2013, so take the current picture with that in mind.

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

Across the inspection history, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.

Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Pollitos Grill & Rotisserie trails the local norm. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspection History
Jun 27, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING ITEMS: PIPES LOCATED BETWEEN STOVES AND UNDER THE EXHAUST HOOD TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD-UP, AND INTERIOR OF HOT HOLDING UNIT ACROSS FROM STOVES TO REMOVE FOOD SPLASHES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE OR REPAINT RUSTY FLOOR AT WALK-IN COOLER SO AS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE CUSTOMER DINING AREA. MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVELY DUSTY CEILING FANS AND VENTS IN THE CUSTOMER DINING AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR SLOW DRAINING MOP SINK. MUST TIGHTEN EXPOSED HAND SINK FAUCET BASE TO STOP LEAK.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE EXHAUST HOOD VENTS. NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED.
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Nov 7, 2012
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE GREASE TRAP HAS EVIDENCE OF CORROSION AROUND THE BASE & HEAVY RUSTING ON THE TOP & SIDES ALSO, MUST REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: HEAVY ICE BUILD-UP INSIDE SMALL CHEST FREEZER BY THE BATHROOM DOOR MUST BE REMOVED & DUST BEHIND THE CONDENSER OF THE COOLERS MUST BE CLEANED.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS AROUND THE WATER TANK & MOP SINK AREA, UNDER OR BEHIND SHELVES AT REAR STORAGE ROOM MUST BE CLEANED. FLOOR UNDER 3-COMP SINK MUST BE KEPT DRY. FLOORS ALONG WALLBASES & UNDER WALK-IN COOLER SHELVES MUST BE FREE OF SPILLS, DEBRIS OR DIRT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE BOTTOM PIPES UNDER THE 3-COMP SINK & AT THE BASE OF THE HANDSINK FAUCET ARE LEAKING, MUST FIX.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INTERNAL THERMOMETERS NEEDED INSIDE ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS, MUST PROVIDE.
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Nov 22, 2011
Routine
5 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. FOUND PITS/DISCOLORATION ON SURFACE OF PREP AREA CUTTING BOARDS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED CUTTING BOARDS.
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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. OBSERVED THICK DUST BUILD UP ON FAN COVER INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. MUST CLEAN AND COVER.
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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. ELECTRICAL OUTLET COVER MISSING BY FUSE BOX. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND INSTALL COVER/SEAL HOLE IN WALL.
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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. THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF REPAIR- OBSERVED HANDWASH BOWL PIPE LEAING AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK COLD WATER FAUCET LEAKING AT HANDLE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINKS.
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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. OBSERVED CARDBAORD BOXES CLUTTERED IN CORNER OF DRY STORAGE ROOM. MUST REMOVE ALL CLUTTER OR ELEVATE BOXES 6" OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
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Mar 21, 2011
Routine
3 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. OBSERVED SLIGHT MOLD BUILD UP INSIDE UNUSED REACH IN PREP COOLER. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR OF COOLER.
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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. CEILING LIGHT COVER MISSING OUTSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE AND INSTALL COVER.
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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. PREP AREA HANDWASH BOWL FAUCET LEAKING AT BASE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.
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Sep 20, 2010
Routine
3 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. FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: FAN GUARDS OF WALK-IN COOLER, INTERIOR OF FRYERS, INTERIOR OF SMALL COOLERS-DUE TO DUST/FOOD DEBRIS.
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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. FLOORS IN DRY STORAGE ROOM, ESPECIALLY ALONG THE WALLS, NEED CLEANING-MUST 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. WALLS AROUND PREP STATIONS & AT FRONT REGISTER AREA MUST BE FREE OF FOOD STAINS/DUST. ANY HOLES/OPENINGS AROUND PIPES/CONDUITS ON WALLS OR CEILING, MUST BE SEALED TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE/ENTRY.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollitos Grill & Rotisserie last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollitos Grill & Rotisserie on file is from Jun 27, 2013. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pollitos Grill & Rotisserie?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Pollitos Grill & Rotisserie.

Has Pollitos Grill & Rotisserie's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pollitos Grill & Rotisserie have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pollitos Grill & Rotisserie means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.