Martini Club at Manor Bowling & Billiard
Last inspected: Jun 6, 2025
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Score
Martini Club at Manor Bowling & Billiard has been inspected 14 times since 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on Jun 6, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible”, which has been cited four times.
Martini Club at Manor Bowling & Billiard's latest score is in line with the Chicago average of 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Jun 6, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REAR ICE MACHINE WITH A THICK BUILD-UP OF BLACK, BROWN, AND PINK SUBSTANCE ON TOP INTERIOR SURFACES AND INTERIOR SHEILD DRIPPING ONTO ICE CUBES STORED BELOW THE ICE BIN.ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE, DEEP CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASH SIGNAGE AT HANDSINKS AT ALL BARS, AND IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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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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Oct 3, 2024
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: 4-602.11(B-E)--OBSERVED PINK MINERAL BUILD UP INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE IN REAR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: 5-403.12--OBSERVED DRAIN PIPE CONNECTED FROM BAR COUNTER GOING INTO HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED AT BAR LOUNGE. MUST CLOSE DRAIN OR RELOCATE DRAIN PIPE INTO APPROVED DRAIN SOURCE.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17--OBSERVED NO LID ON TRASH CANS IN ALL WOMENS TOILET ROOMS. MUST PROVIDE.
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Sep 25, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WASTE WATER BACKUP INSIDE OF TWO COMPARTMENTS AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK(BAR LOUNGE) WHEN WATER IS RUNNING. MUST REPAIR AND PROVIDE A 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH, RINSE, SANITIZE EQUIPMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO PERSON ON SITE WITH AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED. MUST HAVE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PINK MINERAL BUILD UP INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE IN REAR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DRAIN PIPE CONNECTED FROM BAR COUNTER GOING INTO HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED AT BAR LOUNGE. MUST CLOSE DRAIN OR RELOCATE DRAIN PIPE INTO APPROVED DRAIN SOURCE.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LID ON TRASH CANS IN ALL WOMENS TOILET ROOMS. MUST PROVIDE.
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Sep 21, 2023
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13--OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE.
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Sep 19, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER WATER TEMPERATURE AT 70F AT HAND WASHING SINKS LOCATED AT RED ROOM BAR AND REAR TOILET ROOMS. MINIMUM WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND WASHING SINKS MUST BE AT 100F OR ABOVE THROUGH A MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 11/4/2022, REPORT #2566554. #58--FOUND SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING.MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: SUMMARY REPORT NOT POSTED IN PLAIN VIEW OF ESTABLISHMENT'S CUSTOMERS FROM 11/4/2022, REPORT #2566554. MUST POST RECENT SUMMARY REPORT VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO PERSON ON SITE WITH AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED. MUST HAVE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE VERIFICATION FOR EACH EMPLOYEE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VOMIT AND DIARRHTEA CLEAN UP KIT INCOMPLETE. VOMIT AND DIARRHEA KIT ONLY HAD EMPTY SPRAY BOTTLE DURING INSPECTION AND NO PROCEDURE PROVIDED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY SUPPLIES AS WELL AS PROCEDURE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE.
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Nov 4, 2022
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: FOUND NO LIDS FOR ICE BINS AT ALL BARS.MUST PROVIDE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: FOUND NO EXHAUST VENT FOR 2ND FLOOR EMPLOYEE RESTROOM.MUST PROVIDE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING.MUST PROVIDE.
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Oct 28, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AT PREMISES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-010.MUST PROVIDE.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND NO HAND SINK AT BAR AT RED ROOM.PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.7-38-030C.MUST PROVIDE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING.MUST PROVIDE.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: FOUND BAR DRAINAGE SYSTEM ROUTED ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND ICE BINS AT ALL BARS.MUST REROUTE, REMOVE, OR CREATE BARRIER TO INTERCEPT LEAKS. FOUND NO LIDS FOR ICE BINS AT ALL BARS.MUST PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND WALLS/POSTS BEHIND MAIN BAR NOT FINISHED(EXPOSED WOOD).MUST FINISH/COVER POSTS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: FOUND NO EXHAUST VENT FOR 2ND FLOOR EMPLOYEE RESTROOM.MUST PROVIDE.
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Jul 14, 2020
Routine
5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN REQUIRED PROCEDURE/PLAN AND APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER/SPRAY THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER EQUIPPED WITH HAND SOAP AND HAND DRYING DEVICE OR PAPER TOWEL BEHIND BAR (RED ROOM). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C) NO CITATION ISSUED
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CONSUMER ADVISORY OR DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER POSTED AND ON MENUS FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS INSIDE COOLERS. MUST IDENTIFY PRODUCT SHELF LIFE OR "CONSUME BY" DATING (7 DAYS FROM PREPARATION DATE). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVER/LID FOR ICE BINS BEHIND BARS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS AND HAND SINKS IN BAR AND PREP AREA.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE NOT LOCATED BEHIND ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SO THAT IT CAN BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLES MUST BE COVERED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVER/LID.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN BAR AREA, KITCHEN, REAR STORAGE AREA AND FLOORS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENT COVER WITH DUST ACCUMULATION INSIDE ALL WASHROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING AND HEAVY WATER STAINED CEILING TILES WITH MOLD LIKE BUILDUP IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER (S) WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING IN ACCORDANCE WITH PA 100-0367 ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Jul 25, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TIGHT FITTING LID/COVER FOR ALL ICE BIN BEHIND BARS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO SEAL HOLES ON WALLS AROUND PREP/COOKING AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED SODA DRAIN LINE DRAINING INTO PLASTIC BUCKET BEHIND BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY DRAIN INTO FLOOR DRAIN.
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Aug 20, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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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 not clean, need detailed cleaning, non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors in 2nd bar area not clean, needs 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: Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in bsmt storage areas shall be replaced/repaired.
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Jul 17, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Cooler shelving 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 cooler shelving, walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). cooler door tracks in bar area 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 in bsmt storage areas under shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust vents(ventilation)in walk in cooler not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Faucet in woman's bathroom leaking, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Aug 21, 2012
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENT COVER WITH HEAVY DUST BUILDUP INSIDE FRONT LADIES TOILET ROOM.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD IN HOOD ABOVE GRILL (LEFT SIDE).
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO FIX SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HAND SINK IN MAIN KITCHEN.------MUST REPAIR LEAKY DRAINPIPE UNDER EXPOSED HAND SINK IN WHITE ROOM (BAR).---------MUST FIX INOPERABLE CEILING VENT INSIDE MEN AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM NEXT TO MARTINI ROOM.
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Jan 26, 2011
Complaint
8 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Cleaned multi use utensils 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: Raw wood storage shelves in basement not sealed. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Interior of coolers in bars 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 drains not coversed in bar and basement area. Instructed to cover all drains. Floor in bar, storage rooms not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean. Wooden floor in basement cooler not maintained. Instructed to seal floor to prevent debris between wood.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile damaged in basement. Instructed to replace worn ceiling tile.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exposed hand sink in front bar area not maintained or installed. Instructed to remove drainline going into sink and reroute to bottom drainline.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermomter not provided in refrigerator. Instructed to provide thermometer conspicuous inside cooler.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary articles stored in storage rooms. Instructed to remove all unused articles, elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.
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Nov 24, 2010
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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. DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN UNDER 3 DOOR COOLER MUST BE REPLACED,TO BE SMOOTH AND EASY CLEANABLE
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Martini Club at Manor Bowling & Billiard last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Martini Club at Manor Bowling & Billiard on file is from Jun 6, 2025. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Martini Club at Manor Bowling & Billiard?
Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Martini Club at Manor Bowling & Billiard.
Has Martini Club at Manor Bowling & Billiard's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Martini Club at Manor Bowling & Billiard have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Martini Club at Manor Bowling & Billiard means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Martini Club at Manor Bowling & Billiard inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Martini Club at Manor Bowling & Billiard is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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