Stimpy's

3438 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60657

American

Last inspected: Oct 16, 2023

Score

Low Risk

The inspection history at Stimpy's is still short, with only two visits logged. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 16, 2023. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. The most recent inspection at Stimpy's is from Oct 16, 2023, and nothing newer appears in the public record.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly 16 violations earlier in the record.

When inspectors have written things up, “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 16, 2023

Reinspection

1 major violation.

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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON-SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION FOLLOWING THE NEW CODE AND GUIDELINES. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE VERIFICATION OF POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE ON-SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-010.NO CITATION ISSUED

Oct 21, 2022

License

9 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 16 violations

Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

Inspector notes: NO PERSON IN CHARGE WAS PRESENT AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION WAS ISSUED.

City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

Inspector notes: NOTED NO ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE ON-SITE AT THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT: A CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED AT ALL TIMES, AND ALSO, THE PERSON IN CHARGE MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE BY THE NEXT INSPECTION (UPON BEING INSPECTED) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. NO CITATION ISSUED

Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

Inspector notes: NOTED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON-SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION FOLLOWING THE NEW CODE AND GUIDELINES. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE VERIFICATION OF POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE ON-SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-010. NO CITATION WAS ISSUED.

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Inspector notes: MANAGEMENT IS UNABLE TO PROVIDE A PROCEDURE FOR CLEANING UP VOMITING AND DIARRHEA. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ONE, INCLUDING THE CHEMICALS AND SUPPLIES NEEDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspector notes: NOTED NO SOAP AT HAND WASH SINKS OF BAR. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspector notes: NOTED NO PAPER TOWELS AT HAND WASH SINK OF BAR. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-030(C). NO CITATION WAS ISSUED.

Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

Inspector notes: THE ESTABLISHMENT INTENDS TO SERVE UNDERCOOKED FOOD ITEMS (HAMBURGERS) WITH NO CONSUMER ADVISORY, DISCLOSURE, OR REMINDERS TO THE CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CONSUMER ADVISORY ON THE MENU WITH A DISCLOSURE NOTICE AND REMINDER STATEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION WAS ISSUED TODAY.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Inspector notes: NOTED NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON-SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #-38-020(C). NO CITATION WAS ISSUED.

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

Inspector notes: NOTED NO SANITIZER TEST STRIP KIT ON-SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A TEST STRIP KIT ON-SITE AT ALL TIMES TO MONITOR THE STRENGTH OF THE SANITIZER PROPERLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.VIOLATION# 7-38-005. NO CITATION WAS ISSUED.

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: NOTED LIGHTING ABOVE EXHAUST HOOD AT THE KITCHEN WITHOUT LIGHTING, PROTECTIVE SHIELDING, OR NOT SHATTERPROOF. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SHATTERPROOF BULBS OR PROTECTIVE SHIELDS FOR THE BULBS.

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.

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: NOTED WASHROOMS ON PREMISES WITH GARBAGE RECEPTACLES AND NO LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TRASH CANS WITH LIDS AT ALL WOMEN'S WASHROOMS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: NOTED MULTIPLE HOLES AND OPENINGS ON WALLS AT THE BASEMENT FOOD/DRY STORAGE AREA. ALSO NOTED ARE CRACKS ON THE FLOOR BASE LEADING TO THE BASEMENT. MUST SEAL ALL HOLES AND OPENINGS WHERE EVER NECESSARY TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PESTS.

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspector notes: NOTED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL HAND WASH SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL AND WASHING SINKS.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: NOTED DIRTY AND DUSTY CEILING VENTS THROUGH OUT PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: NOTED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE REFRIGERATION UNIT CONSPICUOUSLY POSTED TO MONITOR THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO EQUIP ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS WITH ACCURATE AND WORKING THERMOMETERS.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Stimpy's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Stimpy's on file is from Oct 16, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Stimpy's?

Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Stimpy's.

Has Stimpy's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Stimpy's have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly 16 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Stimpy's 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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