Rocking Horse
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2019
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Score
Rocking Horse has been inspected 17 times since 2010. The most recent report on file is from Feb 11, 2019. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones. The most recent inspection at Rocking Horse is from Feb 11, 2019, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around nine violations per visit lately, up from roughly three violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “proper cooling methods used”, showing up 10 times.
Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
4
Major latest
12
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2019
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 18 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE ABOVE MENTIONED PREP COOLERS SUCH AS 1.5LBS. COOKED PASTA 50.2F,1LB.COLESLAW 47.1F,1LB.ARUGULA 46.6F,1LB.SLAW 48.2F,1LB. GRILLED VEGETABLES 47.5F,4LBS. CHILI 49.3F,2LBS. POTATOE SALAD 49.1F,3LBS.COOKED CHICKEN WINGS 45.9F,2LBS. CUT LETTUCE 48.6F,6OZ. ROMAINE LETTUCE 47.5F,10LBS. RAW CHICKEN 50.4F,2LBS. COOKED CHICKEN BREAST 52.5F,4LBS. COOKED SOUP 48.7F,4LBS. SOUR CREAM 49.6F,1.5LBS. COOKED PORK 49.1F,1.5LBS. RAW FISH 46.4F,2LBS. CORNED BEEF 46.6F,2LBS.RAW MARINATED FISH 47.5F,2LBS. SLICED TURKEY 45.1F,.5LB COOKED ONIONS 46.4F. PRODUCT WAS ISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX.43LBS.$108.50.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF A 2- DOOR PREP COOLER 45.7F AND 3- DOOR PREP COOLER AT 47.1F.WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON UNITS.ONCE REPAIRED FAX OR EMAIL LETTERS TO CDPH.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNITS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INCOMPLETE DATE MARKINGS ON READY TO EAT TCS FOODS BEING HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE USE BY DATES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER OF RISK OF CONSUMING RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS ON MENUS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AND LEAKY FAUCET AT HAND SINK IN BAR AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND AND ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES .
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING IN DINING AREA UNDER RUGS,BROKEN FLOORTILES IN PREP/DISH WASHING AREAS,MISSING WALL VENT NEAR REAR DOOR,CEILING IN POOR REPAIR IN DINING AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE GRAFITTY FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS IN MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TOILETROOMS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS AND BURNTOUT LIGHTS IN PREP AREAS.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE FOR FOOD MANAGERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON PREP AND DISH STORAGE SHELVES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE FOIL AND RUST FROM PREP & GRILL TABLES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE 2- MORE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP IN FRYER CABINETS,GRILL TABLES,PREP TABLES,WHEEL BASES AND LEGS OF EQUIPMENT,BEER COOLER,DISH RACKS AND DISH MACHINE,WALK IN COOLER SHELVES.
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Jun 16, 2017
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Caulk around 3compartment sink and exposed hand sink in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced. Prep table lower shelving had rust/peeling paint, shall be repaired/replaced. Cutting boards that had deep cuts, shall be replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of ice machine(exterior)not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Prep tables lower shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Kitchen storage shelving not clean, had excess grease build up, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners). Floors in rear storage room, and office area not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls that had peeling paint/exposed plaster in kitchen prep area, shall be repaired/sealed.
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Aug 29, 2016
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: NOTED IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF HAMBURGER PATTIES AT 47.3F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 16 LBS OF PRODUCT WORTH $35.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Found tin foil used as a liner on several pieces of equipment and on shelving in the kitchen area. Found plastic wrap on wall behind cooking line. Instructed to remove all tin foil and plastic wrap. These items cannot be used as a liner. All surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Must maintain. Found rust on outside lip of ice machine. Must remove, clean and sanitize.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Found black mold like substance on outside of ice machine, near the crease of the door. Instructed to detail clean ice machine. Must maintain. Found debris and mold like substance around faucet handles of the exposed hand sink near cook line, in kitchen. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Found missing/damaged ceiling tile above the back of walk in, near dishwasher area. Instructed to repair. Must maintain all ceiling tiles (by making sure they are not damaged, soiled or with stains from water damage).
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Jun 20, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Found tin foil used as a liner on several pieces of equipment and on shelving in the kitchen area. Found plastic wrap on wall behind cooking line. Instructed to remove all tin foil and plastic wrap. These items cannot be used as a liner. All surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Must maintain. Found rust on outside lip of ice machine. Must remove, clean and sanitize.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Found black mold like substance on outside of ice machine, near the crease of the door. Instructed to detail clean ice machine. Must maintain. Found debris and mold like substance around faucet handles of the exposed hand sink near cook line, in kitchen. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Found missing/damaged ceiling tile above the back of walk in, near dishwasher area. Instructed to repair. Must maintain all ceiling tiles (by making sure they are not damaged, soiled or with stains from water damage).
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86
Oct 1, 2015
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND REPLACE CEILING TILES WITH SURFACE IN DISREPAIR.
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Sep 24, 2015
Routine
5 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: IMPROPER PEST CONTROL OBSERVED. OBSERVED RODENT POISON BLOCKS STORED ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE CHEST FREEZER AND BEHIND THE WATER HEATER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL RODENT POISON IN A CLOSED BAIT BOX. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT POISON NOT IN A BAIT BOX. ALSO, OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE OFFICE, FOOD PREP AREA, BEHIND THE BAR AND IN THE POOL ROOM. APPROXIMATELY 40 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED IN THESE AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IMPROPERLY MAINTAINED. OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AVAILABLE AT THE RIGHT COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK HAS 2 FAUCETS HOOKED UP TO THE SINK. THE FIRST FAUCET PROVIDES WATER TO THE LEFT AND MIDDLE COMPARTMENTS OF THE SINK AND THE SECOND FAUCET PROVIDES WATER TO THE RIGHT COMPARTMENT OF THE SINK. THE HOT WATER HANDLE TO THE SECOND FAUCET IS STRIPPED AND NOT OPERATIONAL. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO PROVIDE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT ALL SINK COMPARTMENTS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT TO ELIMINATE THE PEST HARBORAGE. MAINTAIN THE FLOOR DRY IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND BEHIND THE BAR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND REPLACE CEILING TILES WITH SURFACE IN DISREPAIR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR THE DRAIN LINE WATER LEAK AT THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK BEHIND THE BAR.
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Nov 10, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN AND DAMAGED REFRIGERATION GASKETS ON KITCHEN REACH IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT BUILDUP ON KITCHEN REACH IN COOLER GASKETS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT BUILDUP ON KITCHEN FLOORS ALONG BASEBOARDS AND UNDER SINKS AND DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 11, 2014
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Cooler shelving in kitchen prep area that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), reach in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning. Kitchen storage shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors under dish machine, not clean, need detailed cleaning, floors in boiler room, rear storage room under shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area, rear kitchen area, shall be replaced.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Observed employee in kitchen area not wearing beard guard, mgmt was advice to provide beard guards for employees.
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Nov 12, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Nov 8, 2013
Reinspection
11 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: WALK-IN-COOLER AMBIENT AIR MEASURED 49.0F-50.0F. IMPROPER TEMPERATURE AT THIS TIME.NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INTERNAL TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 48.0F-50.2F. ASSORTED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS EGGS,MILK,GUACAMOLES,CHEESES,MEATS ETC.ARE DISCARDED,DENATURED AT THIS TIME.TOTAL DOLLAR VALUE$5,000.NO CITATION ISSUED AT THIS TIME.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE: CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT DATED 10/24/2013, FOR REPORT #1369945, VIOLATION 18 AND 21, 18 FOUND FRONT AND REAR DOORS NOT RODENT-PROOFED APPROXIMATELY 1/4 GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOORS, INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY SEAL, AND REPAIR, 21 NO FOOD CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE, THATS CURRENT AND UP TO DAY, WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE COOKED AND SERVED, AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, INSTRUCTED TO ENROLL IN A CLASS AND A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES FOODS ARE COOKED AND PREPARED, WITH ACTUAL FOOD SAN. CERT. OR PROOF OF ENROLLMENT, CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-42-090
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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: VIOLATION UPGRADED TO A PREVIOUS SERIOUS NOT CORRECTED, SEE VIOLATION #14, ABOVE,
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: VIOLATION UPGRADED TO A PREVIOUS SERIOUS NOT CORRECTED, SEE VIOLATION #14, ABOVE,
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST DATE AND LABEL AND DATE ALL FOODS INSIDE COOLER,
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: : FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN AREA, AND UTILITY CLOSET NEEDS DETAILED CLEAN,
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN/REPAIR WALL IN KITCHEN AREA, RESEAL ALL CHIPPING PLASTER, AND CLEAN WALL BY COOKING EQUIPMENT AND EXPOSED HAND SINK,
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA,
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HAND SINK BY COOKING EQUIPMENT AREA
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE KITCHEN AREA REMOVE ALL CLUTTER, AND BETTER ORGANIZE AREA,
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Nov 7, 2013
Reinspection
11 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT DATED 10/24/2013, FOR REPORT #1369945, VIOLATION 18 AND 21, 18 FOUND FRONT AND REAR DOORS NOT RODENT-PROOFED APPROXIMATELY 1/4 GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOORS, INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY SEAL, AND REPAIR, 21 NO FOOD CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE, THATS CURRENT AND UP TO DAY, WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE COOKED AND SERVED, AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, INSTRUCTED TO ENROLL IN A CLASS AND A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES FOODS ARE COOKED AND PREPARED, WITH ACTUAL FOOD SAN. CERT. OR PROOF OF ENROLLMENT, CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-42-090
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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: VIOLATION UPGRADED TO A PREVIOUS SERIOUS NOT CORRECTED, SEE VIOLATION #14, ABOVE,
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: VIOLATION UPGRADED TO A PREVIOUS SERIOUS NOT CORRECTED, SEE VIOLATION #14, ABOVE,
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST DATE AND LABEL AND DATE ALL FOODS INSIDE COOLER,
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FREEZER DOOR IN POOR REPAIR, INSTALLATION MUST BE INSTALLED TO DOOR,
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE,
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN AREA, AND UTILITY CLOSET NEEDS DETAILED CLEAN,
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN/REPAIR WALL IN KITCHEN AREA, RESEAL ALL CHIPPING PLASTER, AND CLEAN WALL BY COOKING EQUIPMENT AND EXPOSED HAND SINK,
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA,
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HAND SINK BY COOKING EQUIPMENT AREA
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE KITCHEN AREA REMOVE ALL CLUTTER, AND BETTER ORGANIZE AREA,
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Oct 24, 2013
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: FOUND FRONT AND REAR DOORS NOT RODENT-PROOFED APPROXIMATELY 1/4 GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOORS, INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY SEAL, AND REPAIR, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED:7-38-020
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO FOOD CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE, THATS CURRENT AND UP TO DAY, WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE COOKED AND SERVED, AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, INSTRUCTED TO ENROLL IN A CLASS AND A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES FOODS ARE COOKED AND PREPARED, WITH ACTUAL FOOD SAN. CERT. OR PROOF OF ENROLLMENT, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-012
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN AREA, AND UTILITY CLOSET NEEDS DETAILED CLEAN,
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN/REPAIR WALL IN KITCHEN AREA, RESEAL ALL CHIPPING PLASTER, AND CLEAN WALL BY COOKING EQUIPMENT AND EXPOSED HAND SINK,
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA,
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE WORKING THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS,
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Nov 19, 2012
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HAND SINK BY COOKING EQUIPMENT AREA
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90
Nov 6, 2012
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: FOUND FRONT AND REAR DOORS NOT RODENT-PROOFED APPROXIMATELY 1/4 GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOORS, INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY SEAL, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED:7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN BOTTOM SHELF OF REACH-IN FREEZER IN KITCHEN AREA
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN AREA, AND UTILITY CLOSET NEEDS DETAILED CLEAN, AND REPLACE ALL MISSING FLOOR TILES IN POOL ROOM AREA
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR WALL IN KITCHEN AREA, RESEAL ALL CHIPPING PLASTER, AND CLEAN WALL BY COOKING EQUIPMENT
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST STORE ALL EMPLOYEES PERSONAL ITEMS IN ONE DESIGNATED AREA NICE AND NEATLY, RESTRICT STORING IN FOOD PREP AREA
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR KITCHEN AREA, PROVIDE THREE SINK STOPPERS, AND REPAIR SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HAND SINK BY COOKING EQUIPMENT AREA
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE UTILITY CLOSET AREA BY KITCHEN AREA
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70
Mar 10, 2011
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 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.SPLASHGUARD IS NEEDED AT EXPOSED HANDSINK NEXT TO PREP TABLE IN KITCHEN.
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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 REMOVE PERSONAL BELONGINGS STORED ON DRY STORAGE SHELVINGS- MUST STORE IN A DESIGNATED AREA.
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Mar 1, 2011
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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.FOUND FRONT REAR DOORS TO PREMISES NOT RODENT-PROOFED APPROXIMATELY 1/2 " MODE OF ENTRY ACCROSS BOTTOMS.
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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 RUSTY SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER-MUST REPLACE/REPAIR USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH,SPLASHGUARD IS NEEDED AT EXPOSED HANDSINK NEXT TO PREP TABLE IN KITCHEN.
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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. All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.THE FOLLOWING AREAS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES INCLUDING LEGS OF EQUIPMENT,SHELVINGS THROGHOUT FOOD PREP,HOOD/FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENTS,BAR GUNS,HOUSINGS ATTACHED,ALL SURFACES,SHELVINGS BEHIND FRONT SERVICE BAR,ICE CONTAINER BY ICE MACHINE,INTERIOR BASINS OF 3 COMP SINK AREA,EXTERIOR SURFACES OF DISHMACHINE.
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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 ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS INCLUDING WALK-IN-COOLERS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND FLOOR NEEDS REGROUTING BEHIND BAR AREA.
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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.VENTILATION COVERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES,INSIDE TOILET ROOMS,CEILING FAN BLADES IN DINING ROOM REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE DUST BUILD-UP.
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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 REMOVE PERSONAL BELONGINGS STORED ON DRY STORAGE SHELVINGS- MUST STORE IN A DESIGNATED AREA.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.FOUND ICE DISPENSING UTENSIL IN POOR REPAIR (CRACKED)MUST REPLACE ,WASH CLOTHS MUST BE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Feb 1, 2010
Suspected Food Poisoning
7 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. FOUND EXPOSE HAND WASH SINK AT FRONT PREP/ SERVING AREA NOT TO BE ACCESSIBLE AND NOT MAINTAINED AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. SAID HAND WASH SINK WAS BEING USED AS A STORAGE DEVICE FOR CONTAINERS,AND WATER WAS BACKING UP ,NOT DRAINING AT ALL WHEN WATER WAS TURNED ON. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE STORED CONTAINERS FROM IT,IT MUST BE KEPT FREE FOR PROPER HAND WASHING OF FOODSERVICE STAFFS AT FRONT AT ALL TIMES. INSTRUCTED ALSO TO REPAIR BACK UP AT ONCE AT ABOVE SAID SINK AND AT 1COMP SINK BY DISH-WASHING MACHINE. MANAGEMENT CALLED AND HAD PLUMBER OUT ON FACILITY WHILE I WAS STILL HERE INSTRUCTED TO HAVE FOOD STAFFS AT FRONT WASH HANDS AT HAND WASH SINKS IN REAR PREP AREA MEANWHILE. CDI.
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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. OBSERVED CLEANED MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES IMPROPERLY STORED ON CHELVES.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INVERT AT ALL TIMES. AND ELEVATE DISH-WASHER RACKS 6" OFF FLOORS.
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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 PROVIDE LIDS FOR ICE-BINS IN BAR.
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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. HAND WASH SINK BY CHEF PREP AREA AND 3COMP-SINK NEEDS CLEANING.
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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 REMOVE CLUTTERS ON TOP OF ICE-MACHINE. AND PROMPTLY REMOVE EMPTY BOXES FROM PREMISES.
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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. FOUND AND OR OBSERVED CHEF IN KITCHEN HANDLING FOOD WITHOUT HAIR-RESTRAINT INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE HAIR RESTRAINT ON WHILE FOODS ARE HANDLED,AT ALL TIMES.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. MUST PROVIDE SEPARATE CONTAINER FOR ICE-SCOOPS AT ALL ICE-DISPENSING AREAS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rocking Horse last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rocking Horse on file is from Feb 11, 2019. The public record contains 17 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rocking Horse?
Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at Rocking Horse.
Has Rocking Horse's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Rocking Horse have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Rocking Horse means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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