Pulaski Grill — Chicago Grill

3961 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60618
American
Last inspected: Jun 16, 2011
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Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, Pulaski Grill — Chicago Grill has four inspections on file, the first dated 2011. Inspectors last stopped by on Jun 16, 2011. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent. Public records show no inspections at Pulaski Grill — Chicago Grill since Jun 16, 2011, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 10 violations per visit lately, up from roughly three violations before.

“Dish washing facilities” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting Pulaski Grill — Chicago Grill on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

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Inspection History
Jun 16, 2011
Reinspection
10 minor violations.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Previous serious violation from report# 557368, dated 05-27-2011 not corrected: #24-Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While draining water in middle of three compartment sink, water coming up left and right sides of sink. Instructed to detail clean grease trap or replace to prevent inadequate disposable of water. Critical citation issued 7-38-030.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: Upgraded to Critical violation #13.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Multi use articles not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Grease traps attached to sinks not maintained. Instructed to detail clean and repaint exterior surfaces.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Storage shelves, cutting boards, prep counter, cooking equipment, cooler and gaskets, interior door of ice machine not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize. Replace stained cutting board at front prep cooler.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and remove food debris daily.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Light covers in prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean. Wall air vent and air conditioner not maintained and has dust build-up. Instructed to detail clean units. Food debris and grease on walls in prep areas. Must clean and maintain walls through-out.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light bulbs not shielded in prep area. Instructed to replace missing light shields and end caps.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary containers of used grease near rear door. Instructed to remove and properly disposal of waste.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Food handlers not wearing hair restraints in prep area. Instructed that all employees must wearing proper hair restraints while in prep area.
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May 27, 2011
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While draining water in right side of three compartment sink, water coming up left side of sink. Instructed to detail clean grease trap or replace to prevent inadequate disposable of water. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Multi use articles not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Storage shelves, cutting boards, interior door of ice machine not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and remove food debris daily.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Light covers in prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not conspicuous inside cooler. Instructed that have thermometer visible inside cooler.
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Mar 14, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Feb 16, 2011
License
7 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. MUST PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health. MUST REPLACE BROKEN FAUCET FOR 3PART SINK.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; COOLERS, FREEZERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, ICE MACHINE, SHELVES, BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES, MEAT SLICER, MOP SINK, ETC.....
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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. MUST REPLACE BROKEN AND MISSING FLOOR TILES AND CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT PREMISES, UNDER, BEHIND, BETWEEN EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS.
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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. MUST CLEAN/PAINT AND REPAIR WALLS THRU-OUT REAR PREP AREA, STORAGE AND FURNACE ROOMS AND SEAL OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING THRU-OUT PREMISES.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE CLUTTER THRU-OUT PREMISES, MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES/OLD EQUIPMENT, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pulaski Grill — Chicago Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pulaski Grill — Chicago Grill on file is from Jun 16, 2011. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pulaski Grill — Chicago Grill?

Across the inspection record, “dish washing facilities” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pulaski Grill — Chicago Grill.

Has Pulaski Grill — Chicago Grill's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Pulaski Grill — Chicago Grill have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Pulaski Grill — Chicago Grill means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.