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Teddy's

1247 S Western Ave Bldg, Chicago, IL 60608
American
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2011
100
Score
Low Risk

Teddy's has been inspected six times since 2010. Teddy's was last inspected on Feb 4, 2011. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Note that Teddy's's inspection history hasn't been updated since Feb 4, 2011; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code”, which has been cited three times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2011
Out Of Business
No violations found.
100
Sep 8, 2010
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: SWEEP FLOORS BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT ON FIRST FLOOR AND IN BASEMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN LOWER WALL BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR VALVE FOR COLD WATER AT SINK IN WASHROOM IN BASEMENT WHERE LEAKING. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET NECK AT THREE COMP SINK IN BASEMENT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ORGANIZE ITEMS STORED UNDER STAIRCASE IN BASEMENT.
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78
Sep 7, 2010
Consultation
No violations found.
100
Jun 28, 2010
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: BASEMENT FLOOR IS WET- MUST KEEP FLOORS THROUGHOUT DRY AT ALL TIMES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETTAIL CLEAN WALLS IN BASEMENT REPAINT WHERE NECESSARY. REMOVE HEAVY DUST FROM WALLS AND ATTACHEMENTS.
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90
Feb 17, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 14, 2010
License
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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. make side exit door tight fitting, preventing any rodent entrance.
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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. REPLACE ALL CUTTING BOARDS HAVE DARK STAINS AND DEEP GROVES.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN ALL EQUIPTMENT ie EXHAUST HOOD, FILTERS, INSIDE DEEP FRYERS,STEAM TABLES/COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPTMENT, 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT THROUGHOUT.
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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 HAVE SOME EVIDENCE OF SHOOT, MUST PAINT MAKING ALL WALLS CLEAN WITH A LIGHT COLOR PAINT. ALSO MAKE WALLS AND CEILINGS SMOOTH TIGHTFITTING AND EASY CLEANABLE THROUGHOUT 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.REPLACE MISSING LIGHTS AND LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT 3 COMP. SINK IN BASEMENT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. SOME CLUTTER IN BASEMENT UNDER STAIRS ORGANIZE AND REMOVE ALL BROKEN ARTICLES.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Teddy's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Teddy's on file is from Feb 4, 2011. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Teddy's?

Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Teddy's.

Has Teddy's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Teddy's have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Teddy'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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