The Bluebird Bistro & Winebar — Presidio
Last inspected: Oct 4, 2013
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The Bluebird Bistro & Winebar — Presidio appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2010. The most recent report on file is from Oct 4, 2013. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. The most recent inspection at The Bluebird Bistro & Winebar — Presidio is from Oct 4, 2013, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
Looking across the full record, “clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspection History
Oct 4, 2013
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS, DISHES MUST BE PROPERLY STORED, INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE,
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN VENTS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND ALL SHELVES IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA,
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT FIRST FLOOR AND BASEMENT AREAS, ELEVATE ALL STOCK SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR,
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL RAW BRICK WALL BEHIND BAR AREA, AND STORE ALL STOCK AWAY FROM WALL 6 INCHES, IN BASEMENT AREA,
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST STORE EMPLOYEES PERSONAL ITEMS ONE DESIGNATED AREA NICE AND NEATLY,
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Sep 27, 2013
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN, A SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION, INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, TOP AREA OF MACHINE AND INTERIOR PANELS, APPEARS TO HAVE BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE BUILD-UP, ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE, AND USE PRE PACKAGE ICE, UNTIL MACHINE IS CLEAN, MACHINE TAGGED, INSTRUCTED TO FAX A LETTER TO CDPH ONCE MACHINE IS PROPERLY CLEAN AND SANITIZE, ALONG RECEIPTS FROM COMPANY WHO CLEANED MACHINE, FAX #312746-4240, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-005 (A)
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: BAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR, SINK BACKING UP AND SLOW DRAINING, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, AND MUST PROVIDE THREE SINK STOPPERS FOR KITCHEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-030
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS, DISHES MUST BE PROPERLY STORED, INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE,
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN VENTS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND ALL SHELVES IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA,
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT FIRST FLOOR AND BASEMENT AREAS, ELEVATE ALL STOCK SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR,
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL RAW BRICK WALL BEHIND BAR AREA, AND STORE ALL STOCK AWAY FROM WALL 6 INCHES, IN BASEMENT AREA,
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST STORE EMPLOYEES PERSONAL ITEMS ONE DESIGNATED AREA NICE AND NEATLY,
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Jul 13, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOODS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER,LABEL BULLK FOOD CONTAINERS TO IDENTIFY PRODUCTS STORED.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS,DISHES MUST BE PROPERLY STORED,INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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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 REPLACE/REPAIR RUSTY SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN-COOLER USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH,Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced also raw wooden dry storage shelvings in basement must be sealed using a non-toxic finish.
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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.EXPOSED BRICK WALLS BEHIND BAR,ICE MACHINE AREA,WALL BEHIND DRY STORAGE SHELVINGS IN BASEMENT MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE.OBSERVED CONDENSED WATER DRIP FROM CEILING OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REPAIR.
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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.MUST CLEAN,ORGANIZE BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES,PERSONAL BELONGINGS IN BASEMENT MUST BE STORED IN A DESIGNATED AREA.
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Sep 15, 2010
Routine
3 minor violations.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 3COMP.SINK AND DRAIN BOARDS IN BARAND VENTS IN TOILETS WITH DEBRIS.ALSO TOP OF ICE MACHINE NEEDS CLEANING.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN WINE CELLER STORAGE BY BAR WITH DEBRIS, AND FLOORS IN IN OFFICE AT REAR.MUST RRPAIR DAMAGED FLOOR AT STAIR ENTRACE TO BASEMENT.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. INSTRUCTED FOODSERVICE EMPLOYEE HANDLIG FOOD IN KITCKEN TO RESTRAIN HAIR.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Bluebird Bistro & Winebar — Presidio last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Bluebird Bistro & Winebar — Presidio on file is from Oct 4, 2013. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Bluebird Bistro & Winebar — Presidio?
Across the inspection record, “clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Bluebird Bistro & Winebar — Presidio.
Has The Bluebird Bistro & Winebar — Presidio's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Bluebird Bistro & Winebar — Presidio have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Bluebird Bistro & Winebar — Presidio 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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