Tastee Freez
Last inspected: Jun 6, 2014
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Across the available record, Tastee Freez has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Jun 6, 2014. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Tastee Freez's record stops at Jun 6, 2014, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspection History
Jun 6, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COOK MAKING HOT DOG AND DRESSING THE HOT DOG WITH ONIONS AND TOMATO WITH HER BARE HANDS. THEN WATCHED COOK WALK TO OUTSIDE TOUCH THE GARBAGE AND RETURN INSIDE TO RINSE HER HANDS IN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. I INSTRUCTED THE COOK TO WASH HER HANDS IN THE HAND WASH SINK USING SOAP AND DRYING WITH PAPER TOWELS. INSTRUCTED COOK THAT TONGS, SPOONS OR GLOVES ARE TO BE USED AND BARE HAND CONTACT IS NOT ALLOWED. POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010 (A)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RAW WOOD SHELVING IN WALK IN COOLER. MUST SEAL OR PAINT RAW WOOD AND HAVE IT BE A NON ABSORBANT EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR IN DISREPAIR WITH BROKEN TILES. OBSERVED COVING OF WALK IN COOLER IN DISREPAIR. REPAIR TILES AND COVING AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON FLOOR AROUND WALK IN COOLER. MAINTAIN FLOORS IN A CLEAN DRY CONDITION.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD ON FLOOR OF WALK IN COOLER. ALL FOOD NEEDS TO BE STORED AT LEAST 6" OFF FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
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Apr 22, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR OF PREMIES
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN INTERIOR COMPARTMENT OF DEEP FRYER AT FRONT PREP AREA OF GREASE BUILD-UP
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VENT IN CEILING IS IN POOR REPAIR NEAR 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN REAR OF PREMISES PREP AREA MUST REPAIR
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR OF PREMISES
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM UNDERNEATH PREP TABLE IN REAR PREP AREA TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
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Nov 20, 2012
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FAUCET AT THE UTILITY SINK HAS A STEADY STREAM OF HOT WATER WHEN THE WATER IS OFF. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE FAUCET.
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Nov 13, 2012
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: THE ICE MACHINE HAS RUST, LIME BUILDUP AND BLACK SUBSTANCE IN THE INTERIOR OF THE UNIT. SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN 7-38-005(A). WHEN THE ICE MACHINE HAS BEEN CLEANED AND SANITIZED FAX A LETTER TO THE DEPT. OF PUBLIC HEALTH 312 747 4240 SO THE INSPECTOR CAN REMOVE THE TAG AND UNIT CAN BE USED AGAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.HAS DUST BUILDUP.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FAUCET AT THE UTILITY SINK HAS A STEADY STREAM OF HOT WATER WHEN THE WATER IS OFF. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE FAUCET.
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Oct 14, 2011
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REAR FREEZER WITH EXCESSIVE ICE BUIL-UP. REMOVE SAME.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: STOCK ON FLOOR. ELEVATE SAME.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: LIGHTSHIELD IN REAR NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Oct 4, 2010
Consultation
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DOOR TRIM LOOSE AT SODA CABINET.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.MUST REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.MUST REATTACH SPRING ON TOILET ROOM DOOR.
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Sep 27, 2010
Routine
5 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 CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE HOT DOGS,CHILII,BEANS,ETC IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED AT THIS TIME. MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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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 REPAIR OR REPLACE DOOR TRIM LOOSE AT SODA CABINET.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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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 INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE.
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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.MUST REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.MUST REATTACH SPRING ON TOILET ROOM DOOR.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tastee Freez last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tastee Freez on file is from Jun 6, 2014. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tastee Freez?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Tastee Freez.
Has Tastee Freez's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tastee Freez have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tastee Freez 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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