Spicy Pickle
Last inspected: Sep 1, 2010
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Score
With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The most recent visit was on Sep 1, 2010. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. Spicy Pickle's record stops at Sep 1, 2010, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around five violations, down from roughly nine violations earlier in the record.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed”, showing up three times.
Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspection History
Sep 1, 2010
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: VENTILATION IN LADIES ROOM WITH DUST, MUST CLEAN. SHELVING UNDER SODA DISPENSING SYSTEM DIRTY, MUST CLEAN.
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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. FRONT DOOR MUST BE PERMANENTLY SEALED ON ALL SIDES. NO OPEN GAPS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR PIZZA COOLER DIRTY MUST CLEAN.BULK FLOUR CONTAINERS MUST CLEAN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR OF WALK IN COOLER DIRTY, MUST CLEAN. STANDING WATER ON BASEMENT FLOOR NEXT TO WALK IN COOLER, MUST REMOVE.
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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. WALLS OF WALK IN COOLER WITH FOOD SPLATTER, MUST CLEAN.
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Aug 25, 2010
Routine
9 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED OVER 50 RAT DROPPINGS THROUGH OUT BASEMENT REAR DRY STORAGE ALONG BASEBOARDS AND UNDER STORED TO GO CONTAINERS. 10 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON AND SURROUNDING STORED DIRTY LINEN IN BASEMENT. FRONT EXIT DOOR NOT INSECT OR RODENT PROOFED. OPEN 1/2 INCH GAP BETWEEN TWO FRONT DOORS AND OPEN 3/4 INCH GAP ON BOTTOM OF DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO TO HAVE PEST CONTROL CO. SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT FOR RODENTS AND FLIES. REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. MAKE FRONT EXIT DOOR TIGHT FITTING ON ALL SIDES.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER PRESENT DURING FIRST 50 MINUTES OF INSPECTION. CERTIFIED MANAGER WAS TELEPHONED TO ARRIVE.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED.
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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. VENTILATION IN LADIES WASHROOM WITH ACCUMULATED DUST, MUST CLEAN. SHELVING UNDER SODA DISPENSING SYSTEM DIRTY, MUST CLEAN. MUST NOT USE PAPER AS LINER THROUGH OUT KITCHEN. METAL RACK SHELVING ABOVE WOODEN PREP TABLE DIRTY, MUST CLEAN.
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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. INTERIOR PIZZA COOLER WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS, MUST CLEAN. BULK FLOUR CONTAINERS DIRTY, MUST CLEAN.
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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. FLOOR OF WALK IN COOLER WITH FOOD DEBRIS. FLOORS THROUGH OUT BASEMENT WITH DIRT AND PAPER DEBRIS. ALL ITEMS STORED THROUGHOUT BASEMENT MUST BE STORED ELEVATED FROM FLOOR 6" OR ABOVE. STANDING WATER IN BASEMENT. MUST CLEAN ALL.
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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. MISSING LIGHT SHIELD AT MOP SINK AND STORED BULK FLOUR. MUST REPLACE.
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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. REAR EXPOSED HAND SINK REPAIRED WITH DUCT TAPE. MUST PROPERLY REPAIR ANY LEAKS.
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Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector notes: Soiled and clean linens, coats, and aprons shall be properly stored. WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Spicy Pickle last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Spicy Pickle on file is from Sep 1, 2010. The public record contains two inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Spicy Pickle?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Spicy Pickle.
Has Spicy Pickle's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Spicy Pickle have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Spicy Pickle 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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