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Province

161 N Jefferson St, Chicago, IL 60661
American
Last inspected: Sep 26, 2013
90
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Province four times, with records going back to 2010. Province was last inspected on Sep 26, 2013. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. Province's record stops at Sep 26, 2013, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

When inspectors have written things up, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Province is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspection History
Sep 26, 2013
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIORS OF ALL PREP COOLERS TO REMOVE FOOD PARTICLES. CLEAN INTERIOR PANEL OF SMALL CRUSHED ICE MACHINE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REMOVE DUST FROM CEILING VENTS IN WASHROOMS.
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Aug 3, 2012
Routine
4 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 INTERIOR OF FRYER AND UNDER MAIN GRILL TO REMOVE EXCESS GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST REPAINT RUSTY SHELVING RACKS OF COOLERS AT MAIN COOKING LINE. MUST ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM SHELVES AT 2DR COOLERS, 1DR REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER TO REMOVE FOOD SPLASHES AND ICE BUILD.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS AT MAIN COOKING LINE TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR VENTS AT BOTH MEN'S AND LADIE'S RESTROOMS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION AT ALL TIMES.
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Apr 26, 2011
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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 WALK IN COOLER SHELVES AND DIPPING WELL HAVE SOME FOOD BUILDUP WHICH NEEDS TO BE WASHED, RINSED AND SANITIZED.
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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 FLOORS IN THE MOP CLOSET AND WALK-IN COOLER ARE DIRTY IN THE CORNERS AND NEED DETAILED CLEANING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE KITCHEN EXPOSED HANDSINKS HEAT UP SLOWLY, ADJUST THE MIXING VALVES SO THEY HEAT UP.
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Sep 14, 2010
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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. ALL CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP/DARK GROOVES MUST BE SANDED/BLEACHED OR REPLACED, TO MAKE SURFACES SMOOTH/EASILY CLEANABLE.
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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. WALK-IN COOLER SHELVES, FAN GUARDS OF SAME COOLER & CURTAINS AT BOTH ENDS OF DISHMACHINE MUST BE FREE OF DUST/DEBRIS/DIRT.
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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. ANY MILK CRATES USED FOR STORAGE SHELVINGS MUST BE REPLACED WITH REGULAR RACKS, FOR EASY CLEANING/PEST MONITORING.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Province last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Province on file is from Sep 26, 2013. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Province?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Province.

Has Province's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Province have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Province 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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