Salam Restaurant

4636 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Indian
Last inspected: Nov 15, 2010
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Score
High Risk

The inspection history at Salam Restaurant is still short, with only one visit logged. On Nov 15, 2010, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well. The file hasn't been updated since Nov 15, 2010, so take the current picture with that in mind.

By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting Salam Restaurant on the weaker side.

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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 15, 2010
Routine
13 minor violations.
View 13 violations
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. 1 UP RIGHT REFRIGERATION PREP UNIT NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE DUING INSPECTION, TEMP OF AIR 47.6F,AND THE 2ND PREP REFRIGERATION UNIT 50.0F LOCATED IN THE FRONT 50.0F BOTH UNITS PLACED A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAGED. PREMISES HAS 5 UPRIGHT UNITS IN THE REAR AREA. WHICH COULD BE USED AT THIS TIME. CITATION ISSUED VIOLATION 7-38-005(A) H000070160-16 COURT DATE 12-23-10 TIME 1 P.M. ROOM 107 400 W. SUPERIOR. THIS UNIT HOLDS POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (SLICE TOMATOS,HUMMUS,EGG PLANT. NEED TO CONTACT DEPT OF HEALTH AT 312 746-4240 FAX LETTER WHEN FIX. CAN NOT REMOVE TAG UNTIL INSPECTED BY DEPT OF HEALTH
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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 F or less. FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMP RANGE FROM 46.F -50.0F SLICE TOMATOES, SLICE ONIONS,EGGS,HUMMUS, BADA, 35LBS MANGER DENATURE. TOTAL COST $200.00 DOLLARS. COURT DATE 12-23-10 TIME 1.P.M. ROOM 107 H000070160-16 All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. OUTSIDE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH GARBAGE AND GROUND NEEDS TO REMOVE ALL ITEMS. GARBAGE ON TOP OF CONTAINERS.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: One copy of the Food Inspection Report Summary must be displayed and visible to all customers. UPON INSPECTION NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY POSTED OR DISPLAY DURING INSPECTION POSTED NEW SUMMARY.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. All FOOD CONTAINERS NEEDS TO HAVE NAME OF ITEMS AND LABLES IN ALL REFRIGERATION UNIT REACH IN UNITS, STORAGE AREA, All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled 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. ALL MULTI USE UTENSILS IMPROPERLY STORED ON THE FLOOR STORED BY THE 3 COMP, NEEDS TO BE INVERTED, ALL SINGLE SERVED UTENSILS NEEDS TO BE STORED WITH HANDLE UPWARD.
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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. SPLASH GAURD BETWEEN 3 COMP, EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR,SPLASH GAURD BETWEEN THE PREP TABLE AND EXPOSED HAND BOWEL IN FRONT. LIDS FOR ALL GARBAGE CANS NOT IN USED. CUTTING BOARDS IN PREP AREA PITTED OPEN SEAMS, PAPER TOWEL HOLDER NEED IN REAR,
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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. SHELVES IN COOLER AND DRY STORAGE NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING, UNDER COOKING RANGED.ALL NEEDS CLEANING INSIDE AND OUT.
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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 IN REAR BACK AREA AND FRONT PREP AREA NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT,3 COMP, BY MOP SINK BATHROOM AREA, UNDER AND AROUND THE BASEBOARDS THUR OUT.
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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.' HOLES CEILING IN WASHROOM,STAIN CEILING TILES IN WASHROOM AND IN KITCHEN REAR,
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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. MOP SINK HAS A HOLES CONNECTED, INST NEEDS TO PUT A BACK FLOW DEVISE,IF THEY WANT TO KEEP GARDEN HOLES ATTACHED. AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION INST TO REMOVE GARDEN HOLES.
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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 REPAIR COOLER,AND MAINTINE, OR CLEAN.
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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. EMPLOYEES IN THE PREP AREA, IN FRONT LINE NEEDS TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES. UPON INSPECTION NO ONE HAD HAIR RESTRAINTS. INST IF RE INSPECTION CONDUCT AND NONE WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS FURTHER ACTION WILL TAKEN. COOLER REACH IN NOT WORKING NEEDS TO BE MAINTAIN. PLACED HELD FOR INSPECTION.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Salam Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Salam Restaurant on file is from Nov 15, 2010. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Salam Restaurant 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.