Prasino
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2014
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Score
Inspectors have visited Prasino five times, with records going back to 2011. The most recent visit was on Apr 1, 2014. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent. Note that Prasino's inspection history hasn't been updated since Apr 1, 2014; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around four violations to closer to six violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Prasino's latest score of 74 falls below the Chicago average of 81. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspection History
Apr 1, 2014
Routine
6 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 SEVERAL FLYING INSECTS IN BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, MIXERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS IN BAR. REMOVE BROKEN GLASS ALONG DISH MACHINE IN BAR.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE ACCURATE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS FOR PROPER CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Sep 30, 2013
Routine
2 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: no certified manager on premises when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served,ie sandwiches,salmon,etc.also no city of chicago food sanitation certificate posted.seripus citation issued.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: no thermomter in walk in cooler.must provde
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Mar 19, 2012
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Previous serious violation not corrected:3-6-12, report # 170193: #18-Front and rear doors not rodent proofed. front double doors has 1/4 inch gap in middle. Instructed to rodent proof to prevent rodent and insect entry. Live gnats activity has been minimized through-out premises. Critical citation issued 7-42-090. Manager has temporarily repaired door.
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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: See violation #14.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors are not clean in corner of walk-in cooler.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Condensation line not properly connected to floor drain.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Thermometers must be conspicuous inside aa coolers.
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Mar 6, 2012
Routine
10 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. INADEQUATE PEST CONTROL-FOUND APPROXIMATELY 50 LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN VCARIOUS AREAS OF KITCHEN,BAR,DISHMACHINE ROOM,FOLLOWING DOORS NOT RODENT-PROOFED WITH 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY FRONT SOUTH DOORS,REAR EXIT DOOR LEADING TO GARBAGE DUMPSTERS.DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,REMOVE MENTIONED PEST,PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS RECCOMENDED,RODENT PROOF SAID DOORS.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED TO IDENTIFY PRODUCTS.
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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. ICE BIN COVERS ARE NEEDED FOR ICE BINS AT BAR AREAS.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN FAN COVERS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER,SHELVINGS,ALONG KITCHEN/DISHMACHINE/BAR AREAS,MANUAL CAN OPENER.
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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 ARE DIRTY AT BAR AREAS,CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN WALLS/CEILINGS ALONG KITCHEN,DISHMACHINE AREAS.
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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. DRIP TRAY AT BAR AREA NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED MUST CORRECT.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.THERMOMETERS ARE NEEDED INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS.
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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.PERSONAL BELONGINGS STORED IN FOOD PREP AREA,DISHMACHINE AREAS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED IN A DESIGNATED AREA,MILK CRATES MUST NOT BE USED FOR STORING OF ARTICLES.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair.MUST PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.
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Jul 19, 2011
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Prasino last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Prasino on file is from Apr 1, 2014. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Prasino?
Across the inspection record, “refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Prasino.
Has Prasino's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Prasino have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Prasino means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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