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Salatino's

624-626 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
Italian
Last inspected: Feb 2, 2012
74
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show four inspections at Salatino's stretching back to 2010. The most recent report on file is from Feb 2, 2012. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either. Public records show no inspections at Salatino's since Feb 2, 2012, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around four violations to closer to six violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, which has been cited three times.

That's lower than the typical Chicago restaurant, which scores around 81. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 2, 2012
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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 ALL FOOD NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS AT ALL TIMES.
30
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 DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF ALL FRYERS, EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, REFRIGERATORS, AND COLD HOLDING UNITS AS WELL AS DELI PIZZA DISPLAY CASE.
33
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 DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN WALK-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS, UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY KITCHEN EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS ON PREMISES.
34
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 WALLS AT SODA DISPENSING ROOM, IN PIZZA PREP KITCHEN AREA, AND AT WALL NEXT TO MAIN REAR FOOD PREPLINE. MUST CLEAN ALL VENTS AT KITCHEN CELINGS TO REMOVE EXCESS DUST.
35
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 DECLUTTER AND ORGANIZE REAR BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. ITEMS MUST BE 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
41
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.ALL FOOD PREP STAFF MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS TO CONFINE HAIR DURING FOOD PREP.
42
74
Aug 11, 2011
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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. THE ICE MACHINE HAS A RUSTY BIN, CLEAN OFF RUSTY BUILDUP. CLEAN THE DIRTY SHELF BEHIND THE POT SINK.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. THE FLOOR BEHIND THE GREASE TRAP IS DIRTY, CLEAN THE FLOOR IN DETAIL. CLEAN THE GREASE OFF OF THE CONCRETE PAD OUTSIDE THE BACK DOOR.
34
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTALL A DIPPING WELL FOR ICE CREAM SERVICE.
38
86
Dec 2, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. Clean the walk-in cooler ceiling.
33
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. Clean the floors behind the beer cooler and rotating oven.
34
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. The wall next to the rotating oven has a large opening which needs to be sealed. Replace the ceiling tile above the hot line. Repair the damaged masonry on the north outer wall.
35
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.
41
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. Store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution in between use.
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78
Nov 18, 2010
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Salatino's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Salatino's on file is from Feb 2, 2012. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Salatino's?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Salatino's.

Has Salatino's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Salatino's have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Salatino's means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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