Smoke Daddy
Last inspected: Feb 27, 2013
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Score
Public records show six inspections at Smoke Daddy stretching back to 2010. Smoke Daddy was last inspected on Feb 27, 2013. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. The file hasn't been updated since Feb 27, 2013, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspection History
Feb 27, 2013
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: NO HANDS WASHING FACILITY IN FOOD SERVICE AREA WHERE EMPLOYEES SCOOP AND PLACE FOOD IN DISPOSABLE CONTAINERS, OPEN FOOD ITEM TO CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: INADEQUATE FOOD PROTECTION. NO SNEEZE GUARD FOR FOOD SERVICE LINE WHERE CUSTOMERS LINED UP IN FRONT OF OPEN FOOD TRAYS. MUST PROVIDE AN EFFECTIVE SNEEZE GUARD.
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Mar 28, 2012
Routine
3 minor violations.
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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. CLEAN AND DEFROST THE REACHIN CHEST COOLERS THEY HAVE ICE BUILDUP LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT.
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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. CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE PREP AREA, STAIRS AND BASEMENT THEY ARE SLIPPERY.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. NEED MORE LIGHT IN THE IST FLOOR KITCHEN GET BRIGHTER LIGHT BULBS.
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Jun 28, 2011
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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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. MUST CLEAN VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT
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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. MUST CLEAN FLOOR FIRST FLOOR KITCHEN
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Mar 24, 2011
Routine
2 minor violations.
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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. MUST REPLACE CHIPPING SHELVES INSIDE FRONT REACH IN COOLER
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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. MUST HAVE MOP SINK ACCESSIBLE TO USE
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May 3, 2010
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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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 UNDER HOT COOKING EDQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING,INSTALL MISSING FLOOR TILES IN SAME AREA ALSO FLOORING IN BASEMENT NOT SMOOTH ELEVATE THRESHOLD AT REAR EXIT DOOR.
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Apr 22, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority.PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#157403 #35 WALLS IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA NOT SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE.
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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.FOUND RUST ON SHELVING IN WALK-IN-COOLER BASEMENT,BAR COOLERS.
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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 UNDER HOT COOKING EDQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING,INSTALL MISSING FLOOR TILES IN SAME AREA ALSO FLOORING IN BASEMENT NOT SMOOTH ELEVATE THRESHOLD AT REAR EXIT DOOR.
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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.VENTILATION IN MENS TOILET ROOM IS NOT WORKING.
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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.REMOVE PERSONAL BELONGINS FROM FOOD PREP,REMOVE ALL CLUTTER.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Smoke Daddy last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Smoke Daddy on file is from Feb 27, 2013. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Smoke Daddy?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Smoke Daddy.
Has Smoke Daddy's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Smoke Daddy have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Smoke Daddy means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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