Tak Korean Bistro & Karaoke

1132 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
Korean
Last inspected: Sep 5, 2023
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Score
Low Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The newest entry in the record is dated Sep 5, 2023. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. The most recent inspection at Tak Korean Bistro & Karaoke is from Sep 5, 2023, and nothing newer appears in the public record.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

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

Tak Korean Bistro & Karaoke's latest score is in line with the Chicago average of 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspection History
Sep 5, 2023
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14 OBSERVED A HAND WASHING SIGN IS NEEDED BY THE BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: 4-903.11(A;C) OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS NOT PROPERLY STORED BEHIND THE BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOPS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED DEBRIS ON THE VENTILATION IN THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.13 OBSERVED MINOR DEBRIS BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Jun 21, 2022
License
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE POSTED AT BAR HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL HAND WASHING SINKS HAVE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALUMINUM FOIL WRAPPED ALONG VARIOUS SURFACES IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE FOIL. OBSERVED BROKEN GASKETS AND RUSTY SPOTS ON INTERIOR OF FREEZER CHEST. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE FREEZER CHEST.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED SURFACE ON INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN MICROWAVE. OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP AROUND FRYER AND GRIDDLE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN SAID AREA.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLES IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROO.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tak Korean Bistro & Karaoke last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tak Korean Bistro & Karaoke on file is from Sep 5, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tak Korean Bistro & Karaoke?

Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tak Korean Bistro & Karaoke.

Has Tak Korean Bistro & Karaoke's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tak Korean Bistro & Karaoke have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tak Korean Bistro & Karaoke means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.