Simon's Tavern

5210 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Jul 27, 2020
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Score
Medium Risk

Public records currently show only one inspection for Simon's Tavern. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 27, 2020. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe. Simon's Tavern's record stops at Jul 27, 2020, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 27, 2020
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A HAND WASHING SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS IN THE PREP/DISH KITCHEN AND BEHIND THE BAR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: REAR EXIT DOOR AND EXIT BASEMENT DOOR WITH A NOTED OPEN 1/2 INCH GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM THRESHOLD. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL ON BOTH DOORS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED EXPANDING SPRAY FOAM SEALANT AROUND PIPING AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REMOVE AND MAKE SEAL SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NO GREASE TRAP LOCATED ON THE KITCHEN PREP THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: WALLS AND CEILING THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT WALK-IN BEER COOLER WITH EXCESSIVE DIRT/MOLD. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.----MUST PROVIDE A SMOOTH, CLEANABLE CEILING ABOVE THE BASEMENT ICE MACHINE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A LIGHT SHIELD OR SHATTER PROOF BULB IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Simon's Tavern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Simon's Tavern on file is from Jul 27, 2020. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

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