Snappy Dog
Last inspected: Dec 5, 2023
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Score
Across the available record, Snappy Dog has 19 inspections on file, the first dated 2011. The most recent visit was on Dec 5, 2023. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. Snappy Dog's record stops at Dec 5, 2023, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly 10 violations before.
Across the inspection history, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded 10 times.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Chicago restaurants. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 5, 2023
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD/GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENTILATION HOOD AND HOOD FILTERS.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET LEAKING AT BASE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST/FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS IN WASHROOM. MUST CLEAN WASHROOM WALLS AND MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS/DIRT BUILD UP ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN
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82
Nov 25, 2022
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Sep 21, 2021
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A FOOD EMPLOYEE NOT WEARING A FACE MASKS INSIDE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, A FACE COVERING/FACE MASKS ARE REQUIRED IN PUBLIC INDOOR SPACES SUCH AS RESTAURANTS/STORES. MUST PROPERLY WEAR A FACE MASK TO COVER NOSE AND MOUTH WHEN WORKING IN THE RESTAURANT. CITATION ISSUED 7-28-060 (CORRECTED ON SITE)
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95
Jun 7, 2021
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN REAR OUTSIDE AREA WITH SOME LITTER AND TREE DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS INSIDE REAR OUTSIDE STORAGE ROOM.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: ADDITIONAL LIGHTING NEEDED IN REAR STORAGE AREA (BY MOPSINK).
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90
May 28, 2021
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND HANDSINK IN PREP/COOKING AREA WITHOUT HOT RUNNING WATER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE (MANAGER FIX THE HOT WATER LINE UNDERNEATH THE SAID SINK. HOT RUNNING WATER HAS BEEN PROVIDED). PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C) CITATION ISSUED
10
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 2282805 ISSUED ON 04-08-2019 PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 NO CITATION ISSUED #36 - 4-204.112(B) NOTED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNIT CONSPICUOUSLY POSTED TO MONITOR THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO EQUIP ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS WITH ACCURATE AND WORKING THERMOMETER. #38 - 6-202.15 MUST REPAIR REAR EXIT DOOR AND REDUCE OPENINGS AROUND DOOR #47 - 4-101.19 MUST CLEAN DOOR GASKETS ON FOOD PREP COOLING UNIT. #49 - 4-601.11(C) MUST CLEAN DIRTY HOOD SYSTEM FILTERS #51 - 5-204.12 BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE. MUST INSTALL BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES OR AIR GAP BETWEEN THE WATER SUPPLY INLET AND THE UNIT SO IT MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED #53 - 6-202.14 MUST REPAIR BROKEN BATHROOM DOOR SO DOOR CAN BE CLOSED AND LOCKED IF NEEDED. #56 - 6-303.11 MUST PROVIDE WORKING LIGHTS IN REAR MOP ROOM #57 - 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING CERTIFICATION FROM EMPLOYEE. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL EMPLOYEE'S MUST COMPLY WITH FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOOD HANDLING REGULATION ENFORCEMENT ACT #58 - 2-102.13 NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: FOUND NO INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT POSTED ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, A SUMMARY REPORT MUST BE DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010 7-42-010 (B) NO CITATION ISSUED
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED
3
Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER WASHING HANDS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, FOOD HANDLERS MUST WASH HANDS AT DESIGNATED HANDSINK IN PREP/COOKING AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 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
5
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES WITH EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE PREP/REACH-IN COOLERS.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING COVER FOR MOPSINK BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE.
51
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER LEAK AROUND GREASE BOX WITH SEWER/FOUL ODOR UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/SEAL.
52
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER STORED THROUGHOUT PREMISES (PREP/STORAGE AREA) TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHT FOOD PREP/COOKING AREA, UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
55
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO TRANSFER FOOD PRODUCTS FROM AN OPEN ORIGINAL CAN CONTAINER INTO FOOD GRADE CONTAINER FOR PROPER FOOD STORAGE
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FAUCET NECK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR. LEAKING HEAVILY WITH TOWEL WRAPPED ARROUND FAUCET NECK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.
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Apr 8, 2019
Routine
3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING THE INSPECTION WHILE THE TCS FOODS (CHICKEN) HAS BEEN PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012.CITATION ISSUED
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID PROCEDURE ALONG WITH REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR CLEAN-UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROPER DATE MARKING ON TCS FOODS (SLICED TOMATOES) STORED INSIDE OF COOLERS FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.( PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)7-38-005
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: NOTED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNIT CONSPICUOUSLY POSTED TO MONITOR THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO EQUIP ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS WITH ACCURATE AND WORKING THERMOMETERS
36
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR REAR EXIT DOOR AND REDUCE OPENINGS AROUND DOOR
38
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THAT EMPLOYEE WORE UNAPPROVED HANDS JEWELRY (WATCH) WHILE PREPARING FOOD AMD WORKING WITH EXPOSED FOOD
40
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DOOR GASKETS ON FOOD PREP COOLING UNIT
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DIRTY HOOD SYSTEM FILTERS
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE. MUST INSTALL BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES OR AIR GAP BETWEEN THE WATER SUPPLY INLET AND THE UNIT SO IT MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR BROKEN BATHROOM DOOR SO DOOR CAN BE CLOSED AND LOCKED IF NEEDED
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE REACH OVER FREEZER FROM REAR SHED STORAGE (LOCATION ADDED AFTER LICENSING) . ALL SPACES WHERE FOOD OR FOOD ITEM IS STORED SHOULD BE WITH SMOOTH EASY CLEANABLE SURFACES. FREEZER AND FOOD SHOULD BE REMOVED IN APPROVED SPACE AND APPROVED PART OF FACILITY
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE WORKING LIGHTS IN REAR MOP ROOM
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING CERTIFICATION FROM EMPLOYEE. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL EMPLOYEE'S MUST COMPLY WITH FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOOD HANDLING REGULATION ENFORCEMENT ACT
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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43
Dec 7, 2017
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Facility recently remodeled floor from exposed handsink to rear back door. Observed various gaps and spacing in floor edges along walls and equipment/fixtures. Instructed facility to repair and maintain so floor is tight fitting without any gaps or exposures.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed the wall in the rear office area, directly under the computer/TV screen to be damaged. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Observed the light shield above the Iced Tea machine to be missing. Instructed facility to install and maintain.
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Nov 30, 2017
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: Observed a black, mold-like substance on the interior of the dispensing chute at the ice cream/milkshake machine that would come in direct contact with said food items. Instructed facility to clean, sanitize, and maintain equipment. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: Observed the three compartment sink not properly maintainted: when a compartment of water is released, the floor drain does not fully contain waste water causing it to overflow on to floor. Instructed facility to repair said drain and maintain so that all water released is contained in drain pipe without any overflow. Serious violation 7-38-030.
24
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed the gaskets on the 4 door refrigerator to be dirty. At the same cooler observed the condenser/electrical components to be heavily dirty with grease and food debris. Instructed facility to clean and maintain both. Observed slight dirt accumulation in the upper interior portion of the ice machine. Instructed facility to clean, sanitize, and maintain.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Facility recently remodeled floor from exposed handsink to rear back door. Observed various gaps and spacing in floor edges along walls and equipment/fixtures. Instructed facility to repair and maintain so floor is tight fitting without any gaps or exposures. Instructed facility to clean and remove food and grease from under fryer and maintain.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed food stained ceiling tiles throughout facility. Instructed to clean and maintain. Observed the wall in the rear office area, directly under the computer/TV screen to be damaged. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Observed the light shield above the Iced Tea machine to be missing. Instructed facility to install and maintain.
36
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed an old toilet and other various clutter outside the rear door. Instructed facility to remove all clutter and maintain.
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70
Jan 26, 2017
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed worn and torn gaskets on all coolers. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed dirt and food debris on counters, cooking equipment, shelves and more. Instructed facility to detail clean all food and non food contact surfaces regularly and maintain.
33
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed slight dirt accumulation in the upper interior portion of the ice machine. Instructed facility to clean, sanitize, and maintain.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed heavy dirt and food debris on the floors throughout: under, around, and behind heavy equipment and along walls. Instructed facility to detail clean and maintain.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed dirt, debris, and food splatters on the walls throughout and ceilings throughout. Also observed the exhaust hood to have very heavy grease and dust accumulation. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed a small leak from the floor compressor at the front counter. Also observed leaks at the three compartment faucet. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
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Jan 19, 2017
Routine
10 minor violations.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: Observed the floor drain that is connected (air gapped) to the three compartment sink to overflow shortly after water is released from a compartment. Instructed facility to repair and maintain so drain does not overflow. Serious violation 7-38-030
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Previous minor violations not corrected from report # 1965722, dated 9-30-16: Violation 34- "FLOOR CRACKED AND DAMAGED UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND AROUND THE GREASE TRAP MUST REPAIR TO MAKE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE." Violation 35- "MISSING AND DAMAGED WALL COVING ALONG BASEBOARDS BEHIND BOX FREEZER AND COOLERS. MUST REPLACE." Violation 40-"MUST PROVIDE AN INTERNAL THERMOMETER FOR THE PATIO SHED TALL REACH-IN COOLER." Violation 41-"ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT, PILED WOOD AND UNUSED MILK/BREAD CRATES MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE REAR PATIO AREA TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORING." Instructed facility to correct all and maintain. Serious violation 7-42-090.
29
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed worn and torn gaskets on all coolers. Instructed facility to repair and maintain. Observed cardboard being used as a shelving liner above the prep cooler. Instructed facility to remove and maintain.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed dirt and food debris on counters, cooking equipment, shelves and more. Instructed facility to detail clean all food and non food contact surfaces regularly and maintain.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed heavy dirt and food debris on the floors throughout: under, around, and behind heavy equipment and along walls. Instructed facility to detail clean and maintain.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed dirt, debris, and food splatters on the walls throughout and ceilings throughout. Also observed the exhaust hood to have very heavy grease and dust accumulation. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Observed a missing light shield above the prep coolers. Instructed facility to replace and maintain.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed a small leak from the floor compressor at the front counter. Also observed leaks at the three compartment faucet. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
38
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Observed foodhandlers working without hair restraints. Instructed facility that all foodhandlers must wear proper hair restraints.
42
No smoking regulations
Inspector notes: Found 15 cigarette butts on the floor in the rear area and a used ashtray stored in a sweeping debris collector. Instructed facility that there is to be no smoking inside establishment and no ashtrays are to be kept on site. Facility removed during inspection. Violation 7-32-020(c).
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61
Sep 30, 2016
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: TABLE TOP CAN OPENER WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR CRACKED AND DAMAGED UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND AROUND THE GREASE TRAP MUST REPAIR TO MAKE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE. FLOORS UNDER THE REAR BAG IN BOX SODA DISPENSER SYSTEM AND PALLETS USED AS SHELVING. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MISSING WALLS TILES AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MISSING AND DAMAGED WALL COVING ALONG BASEBOARDS UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, EXPOSED HAND SINK AND BEHIND BOX FREEZER AND COOLERS. .MUST REPLACE.
35
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AN INTERNAL THERMOMETER FOR THE PATIO SHED TALL REACH-IN COOLER.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT, PILED WOOD AND UNUSED MILK/BREAD CRATES MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE REAR PATIO AREA TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORING.
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78
Apr 13, 2015
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 31, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON PREMISES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS IS BEING SERVED AND PREPARED-CHILI AT 175.1 F. INSTRUCTED THAT CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER AND ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON PREMISES DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: DISH WASHING FACILITIES NOT MAINTAINED OR OPERATED. WHILE DRAINING WATER ON LEFT SIDE OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, WATER COMING UP FORM AIR GAP FLOOR DRAIN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DRAINLINE AND GREASE TRAP TO PREVENT INADEQUATE DISPOSAL OF DRAIN WATER. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS, FRY LIGHT, AND DEEP FRYER NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR UNDER EQUIPMENT AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, REAR STORAGE AREA AND TOILET ROOM NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
34
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNNECESSARY ARTICLES INSIDE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SLL UNUSED ARTICLES AND ELEVATE SUPPLIES 6 INCHES OR HIGHER OFF FLOOR.
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78
Jul 17, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST/GREASE ON VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENTILATION HOOD.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LITTER ON FLOOR IN OUTSIDE SHED ALSO OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON FLOOR AT CORNER UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOOR/KEEP FLOOR DRY THROUGHOUT.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: PLASTIC FLOORBASE PEELING FROM WALL ADJACENT TO 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REATTACH PLASTIC FLOORBASE TO WALL.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: WASHROOM HANDWASH BOWL WATER PRESSURE LOW. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO THERMOMETER INSIDE PREP 3-DOOR COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THEROMETER/MAKE THEROMETER VISIBLE IN ALL COOLERS.
40
78
Apr 16, 2013
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED ICE BUILT UP INSIDE CHEST FREEZERS AT THE FOOD PREP AREA AND AT THE REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAIN AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK
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90
Apr 15, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: NOTED TEMPERATURE OF SERVICE COOLER AT THE FOOD PREP AREA TO BE IMPROPER AT 45.1F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER NOT TO USE EQUIPMENT UNTIL PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 40.0F OR BELOW IS ATTAINED. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY CALLED FOR SERVICING OF EQUIPMENT. BY END OF INSPECTION STILL NO REPAIR PERSON ON SITE. EQUIPMENT TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
2
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS INSIDE SERVICE COOLER AT THE FOOD PREP AREA TO BE IMPROPER BETWEEN 44.5F TO 54.1F.(CORN DOG 44.5F, CHEESE STICKS 46.9F, BEEF TAMALES 45.7, SLICED TOMATOES 54.1F, HOT DOG 47.5F, POLISH SAUSAGE 47.9F). MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF PRODUCT 51LBS WORTH $163 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE COOLER UNTIL PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW IS REACHED. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY CALLED FOR SERVICES. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
3
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED ICE BUILT UP INSIDE CHEST FREEZERS AT THE FOOD PREP AREA AND AT THE REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAIN AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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82
Jun 27, 2012
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found food items not properly dated/labeled in reach in cooler, must date and label food items in reach in cooler.
30
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving, door tracks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment, and 3 compartment sink not clean, needs detailed cleaning(corners), floor in rear kitchen areas by hot water heater not clean, needs detailed cleaning.
34
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Missing light shields in rear kitchen area must be provided, light shields in kitchen prep area need cleaning.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust canopy not clean had excess grease build up, needs detailed cleaning.
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78
Jul 27, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 18, 2011
License
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: Coolers not maintaining proper temperature. Instructed to have all coolers on and running at 40 F or below.
2
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: Pest control logbook not provided or mantianed on premises. Instructed to obtain a licensed pest control oompany and service premises and provide logbook with all required documents. Front entry door not rodent proofed. Instructed to to rodent proof front door to prevent rodent and insect entry. Instructed manager to install screen door to prevent flying insects or keep door closed during operation.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Water pressure low at all sinks. Instructed to increase water pressure under city pressure. Taylor soft serve machine not provided with hot and cold running water supply at top of machine. Instructed to install hot and cold running water.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Snappy Dog last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Snappy Dog on file is from Dec 5, 2023. The public record contains 19 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Snappy Dog?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at Snappy Dog.
Has Snappy Dog's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Snappy Dog have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Snappy Dog 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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