Rib Palace
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2020
100
Score
Rib Palace appears in inspection records 25 times, starting in 2010. The most recent visit was on Feb 10, 2020. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit. Rib Palace's record stops at Feb 10, 2020, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.
“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing 12 times across the record.
Rib Palace's latest score of 100 sits above the Chicago average of 81. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Feb 10, 2020
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 7, 2020
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEST ACTIVITY WITH APPROX. 25 DROPPINGS ON THE FRONT WINDOW LEDGE AND CORNER NEAR THE PIT, 15 DROPPINGS IN THE UNUSED HOT HOLDING UNIT IN FRONT, 10DROPPINGS NEAR THE GREASE TRAP, 20 DROPPONGS ON THE SHELF IN THE REAR NEXT TO CUT WOOD, 15 DROPPINGS INSIDE THE UNUSED FRIERS STORED IN THE REAR, AND 40 DROPPING IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE HOT BOILER. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT PEST CONTROL AS ADDITIONAL SERVICES ARE NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE ACTIVITY PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: NOTED NO THERMOMETER ON SITE TO MONITOR THE INTERNAL FOOD TEMPERATURE OF TCS. FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN PROPER THERMOMETERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING (PAPER TOWELS/HAND DRIER) ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HAND DRYING EQUIPMENT ON PREMISE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: FACILITY DID NOT PROVIDE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE FOR EMPLOYEES WORKING ON SITE. INFORMED OWNER THAT ONCE OPENED, A CERTIFIED MANAGER WITH A CURRENT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES WHEN TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND/OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MALE EMPLOYEE WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS IN FOOD PREP AREAS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA TO BE SOILED WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND SPLASH. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNUSED EQUIPMENT (TWO FRIERS IN REAR AND HOT HOLDING UNIT STORED IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA). MUST REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES, CLEAN ALL CLUTTER, ORGANIZE, AND MAINTAIN AREAS AT ALL TIMES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
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Jun 21, 2019
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON THE TOILET ROOM DOOR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE FRONT & REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE WOOD FOR GRILLING 6" OFF THE FLOOR TO PREVENT FURTHER HARBORAGE/HIDE PLACE FOR PEST.
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Jun 12, 2019
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR STORAGE CLOSET, 15 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON THE FLOOR BEHIND A UNUSED HOT BOX, AND 10 MICE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE CORNER NEXT TO THE PIT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE AREAS AND CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-28-020(A).
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL PREPARED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER WITH THE NAME AND DATE (FIFO).
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE WOOD FOR GRILLING 6" OFF THE FLOOR TO PREVENT FURTHER HARBORAGE/HIDE PLACE FOR PEST.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON THE TOILET ROOM DOOR.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: NOTED THE TOILET ROOM FIXTURES DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZING.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGH OUT, ESPECIALLY WHERE DROPPINGS WERE FOUND.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE FRONT & REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.
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Dec 26, 2018
License
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN A PROCEDURE/PLAN AND TO MAINTAIN ANY APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE DOCUMENTS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE FRONT PREP AREA AND STORAGE CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS FOR THE TWO LIGHTS IN THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A LIGHT-SHIELD FOR EACH LIGHT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD MANAGER WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING.
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Jun 22, 2016
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISE ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: A LIGHT SHIELD COVER MISSING IN THE PREP AREA AND DISH WASHING AREA,MUST PROVIDE
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SPRING ON THE WASHROOM DOOR FOR SELF-CLOSING
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATOR
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM THE UNUSED WALK-IN COOLERS TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
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78
Apr 19, 2016
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISE ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: A LIGHT SHIELD COVER MISSING IN THE PREP AREA AND DISHWASHING AREA,MUST PROVIDE
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SPRING ON THE WASHROOM DOOR FOR SELF-CLOSING
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATOR
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM THE UNUSED WALK-IN COOLERS TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
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78
Apr 8, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RIB TIPS COOKING ON A GRILL OUTSIDE IN THE REAR OF PREMISES,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GRILL FROM PREMISES,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISE ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: A LIGHT SHIELD COVER MISSING IN THE PREP AREA AND DISHWASHING AREA,MUST PROVIDE
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SPRING ON THE WASHROOM DOOR FOR SELF-CLOSING
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATOR UNITS
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM THE UNUSED WALK-IN COOLERS TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
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74
May 19, 2015
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES. CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS ALSO.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA. CLEAN FLOOR INSIDE OF WALK IN FREEZER USED FOR DRY STORAGE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST INCREASE THE COLD WATER PRESSURE AT THE HANDSINK IN THE WASHROOM.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS THAT ARE NOT CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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Jan 15, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: SOME GREASE AND PARTICLES OBSERVED INSIDE OF THE BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FRYERS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH DUST; CLEAN VENTS IN HOODED SYSTEM.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE MOP SINK RIGHT NEXT TO THE THIRD COMPARTMENT OF THE THREE COMP SINK; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DIVIDER IN BETWEEN TO AVOID THE WASTE WATER FROM THE MOP BUCKET FROM SPATTERING INTO THE SANITIZING COMPARTMENT. PROVIDE THREE DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMP SINK FOR PROPER SET UP FOR WASH RINSE AND SANITIZING.
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Mar 21, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE FREEZER BAG FOR MEATS IN FREEZER AND COOLER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CANOPY IN PREP AREA HAS BUILD UP OF GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: EXHAUST VENT IN TOILET ROOM HAS BUILD UP OF DUST. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
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86
Sep 13, 2013
Consultation
1 minor violation.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN GREASY HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND COOKING EQUIPMENT. REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM CARTS, MICROWAVE, GARBAGE CANS, REACH IN COOLERS,B.B.Q. PIT AND KNIFE CADDY.
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Sep 11, 2013
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN GREASY HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND COOKING EQUIPMENT. REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM CARTS, MICROWAVE, GARBAGE CANS, REACH IN COOLERS,B.B.Q. PIT AND KNIFE CADDY.
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Sep 5, 2013
Consultation
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: FRONT DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING OR RODENT PROOFED. HAS A ONE INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE THE DOOR TIGHT FITTING AND RODENT PROOFED. SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN GREASY HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND COOKING EQUIPMENT. REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM CARTS, MICROWAVE, GARBAGE CANS, REACH IN COOLERS,B.B.Q. PIT AND KNIFE CADDY.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORING THROUGHOUT ALONG THE WALLS AND IN THE CORNERS. BEHIND THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE WALLS UNDER THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND ALONG THE WALLS AND IN THE CORNERS HAS DUST BUILDUP.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES FROM PREMISES AND EXTERIOR REAR AREA OUTSIDE OF REAR DOOR.
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Sep 3, 2013
Complaint
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: THE FRONT DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING OR RODENT PROOFED. HAS A ONE FOURTH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE THE DOOR TIGHT FITTING AND RODENT PROOFED. SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN 7-38-020.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: NO OUT SIDE WASTE/ DUMPSTER INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE GARBAGE/WASTE DUMPSTER FROM A WASTE COMPANY WITH COVERS SO IT WILL BE RODENT PROFFED. ALSO HAVE NAME AND ADDRESS OF YOUR BUSINESS ON THE SIDE OF THE WASTE/GARBAGE CONTAINER. SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN 7-38/020.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASY HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND COOKING EQUIPMENT. REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM CARTS, MICROWAVE, GARBAGE CANS, REACH IN COOLERS,B.B.Q. PIT AND KNIFE CADDY.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT ALONG WALLS IN CORNERS, BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPTMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE WALLS UNDER THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND ALONG THE WALLS AND IN THE CORNERS HAS DUST BUILDUP.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES FROM PREMISES AND EXTERIOR REAR AREA OUTSIDE OF REAR DOOR.
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Apr 2, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN FREEZER SHELVING UNITS AND STORAGE SHELVES IN THE PREP AREA BY THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN HOOD, FILTERS, PIPES UNDER THE HOOD THICK WITH GREASE BUILDUP AND INSIDE DEEP FRYER AND CABINET BELOW. DEFROST THE REACHIN CHEST FREEZER. MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM CARTS, MICROWAVE, GARBAGE CANS, WINDOW SILLS,REACH IN COOLERS, PREP TABLES, ALL SINKS, COUNTER TOPS, WINDOWS, B.B.Q. PIT, STOVE AND KNIFE RACK.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT 1ST FLOOR AND IN THE BASEMENT. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES,MUST SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO FLOORS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND LOOSE WALL BASES THROUGHOUT, HOLES IN WALLS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. ALSO SEAL ALL HOLES IN THE WALLS IN THE TOILET ROOM AND BEHIND THE SINK. CLEAN THE WALLS IN THE BASEMENT AND STAIRWAY.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES FROM PREMISES AND EXTERIOR REAR AREA OUTSIDE OF REAR DOOR.
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78
Apr 26, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Feb 14, 2012
Reinspection
10 minor violations.
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Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector notes: In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago.CONTINUED TO OBSERVE STANDING WASTE WATER BENEATH THE GREASE TRAP BOX LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT ALSO OBSERVED WASTE WATER BACKING UP AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WHEN WATER IS DRAINED OUT MUST BE REPAIRED/MAINTAINED.
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No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin/insect infestations.CONTINUED TO OBSERVE RODENT RAT ACTIVITY LEADING TO BASEMENT AREAS,REAR EXIT DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING.A INCOMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE .MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,POISON,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS,RODENT PROOF DOOR.PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES.SEAL ALL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS THRU-OUT THE PREMISES.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON SHELVING UNITS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE FOIL FROM SURFACES,WORN CUTTING BOARDS,DAMAGED HANDLE ON LID OF STEAM TABLE, OVER HEAD INSULATION DAMAGED.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN FREEZER SHELVING UNITS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM CARTS,MICROWAVE,GARBAGE CANS,WINDOW SILLS,FRYERS,FILTERS,,REACH IN COOLERS,PREP TABLES,ALL SINKS,COUNTER TOPS,WINDOWS,B.B.Q. PIT,STOVE.KNIFE CADDY.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING FLOOR & FLOOR TILES,STAIRS LEADING INTO BASEMENT THROUGHOUT,MUST SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO FLOORS.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & LOOSE WALL BASES THROUGHOUT,HOLES IN WALLS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS THROUGHOUT.MUST CLEAN & PAINT WALLS THROUGHOUT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE NO COLD RUNNING WATER AT FRONT PREP HAND SINK,MISSING FILTERS AT HOOD.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE & ORGANIZE ARTICLES FROM PREMISES & EXTERIOR REAR AREA OUTSIDE OF REAR DOOR.
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Dec 13, 2011
Complaint
12 minor violations.
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Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector notes: In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago.OBSERVED BLACK WASTE WATER WITH A FOUL ODOR & FOOD DEBRI & GREASE POOLING ON TO FLOOR IN BASEMENT STANDING APPX 1-2 FEET.MUST REMOVE & CLEAN & MAINTAIN WASTE WATER FROM BASEMENT FLOOR.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)CITATION ISSUED.
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No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin/insect infestations.OBSERVED AN INFESTATION OF RAT DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN VARIOUS AREAS(MORE THAN 100) SUCH AS INSIDE OF DEEP FRYER CABINET,ON FLOOR BEHIND B.B.Q. PIT,UNDER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,UNDER PREP TABLES IN REAR PREP AREA,ON FLOOR IN FRONT OF TOILET ROOM,IN REAR PORCH AREA,ON STEPS LEADING INTO BASEMENT,SHELVING UNITS IN BETWEEN FOOD ITEMS.REAR EXIT DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING.A INCOMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE . & ALSO OPEN BAG OF POISON & LIVE HOUSE FLIES MORE THAN 8.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,POISON,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS,RODENT PROOF DOOR.PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 12/13/11.(CRITICAL 7-38-020) CITATION ISSUED.
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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.MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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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.MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON SHELVING UNITS.
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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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE FOIL FROM SURFACES,WORN CUTTING BOARDS,DAMAGED HANDLE ON LID OF STEAM TABLE, OVER HEAD INSULATION DAMAGED.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS,SPLASH GUARD IN BETWEEN MOP SINK & 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN FREEZER SHELVING UNITS.
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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.MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM CARTS,MICROWAVE,GARBAGE CANS,WINDOW SILLS,FRYERS,FILTERS,,REACH IN COOLERS,PREP TABLES,ALL SINKS,COUNTER TOPS,WINDOWS,B.B.Q. PIT,STOVE.KNIFE CADDY.
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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 CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING FLOOR & FLOOR TILES,STAIRS LEADING INTO BASEMENT THROUGHOUT,MUST SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO FLOORS.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER.
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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 REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & LOOSE WALL BASES THROUGHOUT,HOLES IN WALLS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS THROUGHOUT.MUST CLEAN & PAINT WALLS THROUGHOUT.
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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.MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK IN FREEZER & WHERE NEEDED.
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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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE NO COLD RUNNING WATER AT FRONT PREP HAND SINK,MISSING FILTERS AT HOOD.
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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.MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COLD HOLDING 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.MUST ELEVATE & ORGANIZE ARTICLES FROM PREMISES & EXTERIOR REAR AREA OUTSIDE OF REAR DOOR.
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Jun 1, 2011
Tag Removal
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Apr 15, 2011
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. AIR TEMP OF WALK-IN COOLER IS 59.3 F. NOTED COMPRESSER COVERED WITH ICE. REPLACE/REPAIR SAME. CITATION ISSUED
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. SPAGHETTI AND BEEF AT TEMP OF 55.1F. OWNER WILLING DISGUARDED ALL FOOD IN COOLER i.e. SPAGHETTE ABOUT 15LBS COOKED, ABOUT 20 LBS OF BEEF PATTIES AND 1 QT OF SOUP. CITATION ISSUED
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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 INSIDE DEEP FRYER, ALL COOLERS, REACH-IN AND WALK-IN, EXHAUST HOOD & FILTERS, CHEST FREEZER.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT ALONG WALLS IN CORNERS, BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPTMENT.
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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. MAKE ALL WALLS/CEILING SMOOTH AND TIGHT FITTING.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN ALL VENT COVERS REMOVING ALL HEAVY DUST.
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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.
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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. CLUTTER THROUGHOUT, ORGANIZE ALL.
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May 3, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Apr 16, 2010
License
4 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: Adequate and convenient toilet facilities shall be provided. They should be properly designed, maintained, and accessible to employees at all times. MUST PROVIDE EXPOSED HAND BOWL FRONT SERVICE AND PREP AREA PREMISES NOT OPEN FOR BUSINES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION
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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. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF WALK-IN COOLER, REMOVE ALL SMELLY ODORS
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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. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS ON LIGHT IN WALK-IN COOLER
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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. MUST REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AT REAR EXPOSED HANDBOWL AND PROVIDE MOP SINK ON SITE AND 3 SINK STOPPERS MUST ALSO PROVIDE VENTILATION IN BATHROOM
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Feb 18, 2010
License
No violations found.
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Jan 15, 2010
Complaint
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rib Palace last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rib Palace on file is from Feb 10, 2020. The public record contains 25 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rib Palace?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited 12 times, more than any other issue at Rib Palace.
Has Rib Palace's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rib Palace have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Rib Palace 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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