Shiso
Last inspected: Sep 1, 2016
95
Score
Inspectors have visited Shiso 13 times, with records going back to 2011. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 1, 2016. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. The file hasn't been updated since Sep 1, 2016, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing eight times across the record.
Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Shiso is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.
13
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 1, 2016
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND REMAINING ARTICLES MUST BE PROPERLY STORED AND ELEVATED 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASIER CLEANING.
41
95
Aug 23, 2016
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FOIL AND CARDBOARD LINERS ON KITCHEN FOOD EQUIPMENTS AND SHELVINGS AND MAINTAIN THESE AREAS TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES AND MAINTAIN.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS AND INTERIORS OF DEEP FRYERS,EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP,KITCHEN SHELVINGS,KNIFE HANGING RACK,INTERIORS OF COOLERS.
33
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3 LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON BACK WALL OF THE CHEST FREEZER IN KITCHEN AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PESTS AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS IN DETAIL.ALSO,FOUND THE REAR EXIT DOOR WEATHER-STRIP BREAKING OF AT LEFT CORNER BOTTOM OF DOOR. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY AND MAKE REAR EXIT DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
18
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING AND FURNACE ROOM FLOOR MUST BE KEPT DRY AT ALL TIMES.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE WALLS AND CEILINGS IN KITCHEN AREA TO REMOVE SPLASHED FOOD DEBRIS AND ACCUMULATIONS OF DUSTS. INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN AREA IN NEED FOR A DETAIL CLEANING AND REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHTS IN THE KITCHEN AREA AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
36
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A CALIBRATED METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR MONITORING FOOD TEMPERATURES.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND REMAINING ARTICLES MUST BE PROPERLY STORED AND ELEVATED 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASIER CLEANING.
41
67
Mar 24, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 17, 2016
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 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 EVIDENCE OF MICE DROPPINGS APPROXIMATELY 30 IN REAR OF CHEST FREEZER IN KITCHEN AREA.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECCOMENDED.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
18
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS IN KITCHEN AREAS WITH DEEP DARK STAINS.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. REMOVE CARDBOARD LINERS ON BOTTOMS OF WORK TABLES IN KITCHEN AREA AND MAINTAIN TO SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIORS OF COOLERS,BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF DEEP FRYER,SHELVINGS AT SUSHI PREP AREA,SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS IN KITCHEN AREA,HOODS/FILTERS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AREA ARE NOT CLEAN.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS AND MAINTAIN. WALLS/CEILINGS IN KITCHEN AREA ARE NOT CLEAN,WITH FOOD SPLASHED DEBRIS. REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON HOODS/FILTERS ABOVE THE KITCHEN COOKING EQUIPMENTS AND ON CEILING VENTILATION COVERS INSIDE THE TOILET ROOMS AND MAINTAIN.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS IN KITCHEN AREA AND MAINTAIN.
36
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IN BASEMENT IS NOT SELF CLOSING.INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE AND MAINTAIN.
37
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR WATER LEAK AT THE DRAIN PIPE BENEATH THE KITCHEN EXPOSED HAND SINK AND MAINTAIN.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTERED CONDITIONS IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS AND ELEVATE STOCK ITEMS AT LEAST 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.
41
64
Jun 23, 2015
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
May 29, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: NOTED ABOUT 4 LIVE ROACHES ON FLOOR BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL. CITATION ISSUED FOR SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020
18
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN SHELVES THROUGH OUT PREMISES ESPECIALLY AROUND THE SUSHI COUNTER AND AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. ALSO DEFROST THE CHEST FREEZERS AT THE BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE WITH ICE BUILT UP. MUST UPGRADE HOUSE KEEPING.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: NOTED THICK GREASE ACCUMULATION ON FLOORS BEHIND STOVE, FLOORS AT THE KITCHEN LINED UP WITH CARDBOARD BOXES AND DIRT ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. MUST UPGRADE HOUSE KEEPING.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED THE FOLLOWING: MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE ON WALL BEHIND THE UTILITY SINK WITH MISSING TILES, HEAVY DUST AND DIRT ACCUMULATION ON VENTS THROUGH OUT THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WALL BEHIND SINK AND DETAIL CLEAN VENTS AND MAINTAIN.
35
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: NOTED EMPLOYEE DOORS AT THE BASEMENT NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
37
78
Sep 11, 2014
Suspected Food Poisoning
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE GAS LINES BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, TOP OF CHEST FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, STORAGE SHELF ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE PREP AREAS ESPECIALLY AROUND THE WALLS.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FOOD DEBRIS ON THE WALLS OF THE REAR PREP AREA.
35
86
Mar 24, 2014
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE SHELVING ABOVE THE PREP COOLER, VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENT TO THE VENTILATION HOOD (LIGHT FIXTURES, GAS LINES, ETC.) REMOVE DEAD INSECTS FROM BASEMENT WOODEN STORAGE SHELVES AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE PREP AREAS AND BASEMENT. REMOVE THE DEAD INSECTS FROM THE BASEMENT AND PREP AREA FLOORS.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE PREP AREA.
35
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND ORGANIZE THE STORAGE ROOM NEXT TO THE REAR PREP AREA AND BASEMENT. REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND STORE ITEMS OFF OF THE FLOOR AND AWAY FROM THE WALLS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
41
82
Mar 14, 2014
Complaint
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE TOILET IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM IN THE BASEMENT NOT OPERATIONAL. MUST REPAIR THE TOILET SO THAT IT IS OPERATIONAL. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
26
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOUND BULK FOOD NOT LABELED(FLOUR, SUGAR,ETC.)
30
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE SHELVING ABOVE THE PREP COOLER, VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENT TO THE VENTILATION HOOD (LIGHT FIXTURES, GAS LINES, ETC.) REMOVE DEAD INSECTS FROM BASEMENT WOODEN STORAGE SHELVES AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE PREP AREAS AND BASEMENT. REMOVE THE DEAD INSECTS FROM THE BASEMENT AND PREP AREA FLOORS.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE PREP AREA. REPLACE THE LOOSE BASEBOARDS IN THE EMPLOYEE RESTROOM IN THE BASEMENT.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A SEWAGE ODOR IN THE MEN'S CUSTOMER WASHROOM. MUST INVESTIGATE SOURCE OF PROBLEM AND MAINTAIN.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A PROBE THERMOMETERS TO TAKE FOOD TEMPERATURES.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND ORGANIZE THE STORAGE ROOM NEXT TO THE REAR PREP AREA AND BASEMENT. REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND STORE ITEMS OFF OF THE FLOOR AND AWAY FROM THE WALLS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
41
67
Dec 17, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOUND BULK FOOD NOT LABELED(FLOUR, SUGAR,ETC.)
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND CUTTING BOARDS IN POOR REPAIR.(DEEP GROOVES) MUST REPLACE.
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS NOT SWEPT AT BASEMENT.
34
86
Aug 5, 2013
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: BUSSING TUBS INSIDE 3-COMP SINK FILLED WITH SOAP, INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE BUSSING TUBS, FILL COMPARTMENTS WITH SOAP AND SANITIZER.
33
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MISSING THERMOMETER IN PREP COOLERS INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE IN CLEAN VIEW AT WARMEST PART OF COOLER.
40
90
Apr 3, 2012
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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. DETAIL CLEAN AND REPAINT THE WALLS AROUND THE MOP SINK. SCRAPE AND REPAINT THE CHIPPED PAINT AROUND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND HANDSINK IN THE PREP AREA.
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 STORE BOXES OF STOCK AND EQUIPMENT OFF OF THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT.
41
90
Jul 25, 2011
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. DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE COKE COOLER, PREP TABLE BETWEEN THE DEEP FRYER AND STOVE, EXTERIOR OF CHEST FREEZER IN THE BASEMENT.
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. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER THE ICE MACHINE AND SUSHI PREP AREA AROUND THE COOLERS AND WALLS.
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. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE SUSHI PREP AREA AND ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR ONE OF THE 2 TOILETS IN THE BASEMENT RESTROOM.
38
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. REMOVE THE UNUSED WOK STATION FROM THE BASEMENT.
41
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Shiso last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Shiso on file is from Sep 1, 2016. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Shiso?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Shiso.
Has Shiso's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Shiso have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Shiso means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
Nearby Restaurants