Take Me Out
Last inspected: Jun 21, 2016
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Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Take Me Out, the earliest from 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Jun 21, 2016. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. Take Me Out's record stops at Jun 21, 2016, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
Across the inspection history, “food in original container, properly labeled” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Take Me Out on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Jun 21, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REAR BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED, INSTRUCTED TO LABEL WHITE RICE, BROWN RICE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR STORAGE SHELF FOR THE RICE NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Dec 29, 2015
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES BEHIND FRONT COUNTER AND NEAR FRONT EXPOSED SINK. CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA(DEAD INSECTS). SEAL LOOSE WALL SURFACES UNDER REAR EXPOSED SINK. REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA. CLEAN/PAINT WALLS IN PREP AREA(SMOKE BUILDUP). CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN PREP AREA(DUST BUILDUP).
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL EXCESS TRASH AND GREASE CONTAINERS NEAR REAR DOOR. ELEVATE ALL FORTUNE COOKIES AND SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS OFF FLOOR BEHIND FRONT COUNTER.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Dec 16, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: NO CHEMICAL SANITIZER TEST KIT AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SANITIZER TEST KIT TO TEST PROPER SANITIZER CONCENTRATION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES BEHIND FRONT COUNTER AND NEAR FRONT EXPOSED SINK. CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA(DEAD INSECTS). SEAL LOOSE WALL SURFACES UNDER REAR EXPOSED SINK. REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA. CLEAN/PAINT WALLS IN PREP AREA(SMOKE BUILDUP). CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN PREP AREA(DUST BUILDUP).
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL EXCESS TRASH AND GREASE CONTAINERS NEAR REAR DOOR. ELEVATE ALL FORTUNE COOKIES AND SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS OFF FLOOR BEHIND FRONT COUNTER.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Jun 16, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: LABEL BULK CONTAINERS IN PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE ON REAR EXPOSED SINK. REPAIR CONDENSATION LEAK IN WALK-IN COOLER.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ELEVATE STOCK OFF FLOOR IN PREP AREA.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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Oct 31, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Large Bulk food containers stored next to the kitchen 2 door food prep cooler must be labeled to identify foods stored and maintained.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: All clean single service utensils must be stored with handles up and maintain.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FOUND OPENING AT NORTH WEST CEILING SECTION NEAR CUSTOMER DINING AREAS.INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OPENING AND MAINTAIN.
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May 30, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION. SERIOUS VIOLATION # 7-38-012
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOOD IN WALK IN COOLER NOT LABELED AND DATED . FOOD NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER (CHICKEN WINGS) MUST BE LABELED AND DATED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: WALK IN COOLER IS DRIPPING WATER FROM COOLING COILS. MUST REPAIR COOLER.
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Jan 17, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON DUTY AS REQUIRED. MANAGER ON DUTY (AMANDA DELACASA) HAS A STATE OF ILLINOIS CERTIFICATE #055-01546147 ISSUED 12/17/11 THAT EXPIRES ON 10/22/16. CLASS WAS TAKEN THRU SAFE FOOD HANDLERS CORP ON 10/22/11 IN ORLAND PARK, IL. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT CLASS INSTRUCTOR TO FIND OUT IF A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE WAS PAID FOR AND/OR PAY THE FEE FOR THE CITY CERTIFICATE TO OBTAIN IT. OWNER JENNIFER TIAO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE EXPIRED 10/14/12.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN BETWEEN FRYER AND WOKS TO REMOVE GREASE AND CLEAN BOTTOM OF FRYER CABINET.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR UNDER FRYER.
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Nov 4, 2011
Routine
2 minor violations.
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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 FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREA.
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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. CLEAN THE VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES HAS DUST BUILDUP.
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Sep 17, 2010
Routine
6 minor violations.
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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 FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON DUTY AT TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED AS REQUIRED. MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES. RECOMMENDED ADDITIONAL PERSONS GET CERTIFIED. CITATION #H000064592 ISSUED PER CHICAGO MUNICIPAL CODE. COURT HEARING ON THURSDAY NOV. 4, 2010 AT 400 W. SUPERIOR ROOM 107 AT 9:00AM.
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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 CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.
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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 AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER TO REMOVE GREASE AND OTHER PARTICLES. CLEAN EXTERIOR OF FRYER AS WELL, INTERIOR SHELVES OF WALK-IN COOLER, INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLER AND SURFACE AREA AROUND WOKS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS AROUND AND UNDER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REMOVE DUST FROM VENTILATION FAN IN WASHROOM.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DISPOSE OF USED MOP WATER IN UTILITY BUCKET AFTER USE.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Take Me Out last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Take Me Out on file is from Jun 21, 2016. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Take Me Out?
Across the inspection record, “food in original container, properly labeled” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Take Me Out.
Has Take Me Out's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Take Me Out have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Take Me Out 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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