The Ledge Bar & Grill, Llc — the Monarch Restaurant Bar
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2015
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Score
Public records show nine inspections at The Ledge Bar & Grill, Llc — the Monarch Restaurant Bar stretching back to 2010. The most recent report on file is from Feb 26, 2015. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result. Note that The Ledge Bar & Grill, Llc — the Monarch Restaurant Bar's inspection history hasn't been updated since Feb 26, 2015; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
“Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical Chicago restaurant, which scores around 81. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspection History
Feb 26, 2015
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALL WHEELS, INTERIOR OF REACH IN FREEZER, INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLER, POP GUN AND POP GUN HOLDERS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP OF FOOD AND GREASE. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN BASEMENT STORAGE, PREP AREAS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DEBRIS. FLOORS IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. FLOORS IN THE FRONT BAR AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHEILD NEEDED IN BASEMENT DISH AREA. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK AT FAUCET AT 1 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF REPAIR. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZED CONTAINER AT ALL TIMES. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO ONE ON SITE WITH FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES. INFORMATION GIVEN TO MANAGER.
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Aug 28, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: GROUT LOOSE FLOOR TILES AND REPAIR FLOOR IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. FLOORS MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE IN ALL AREAS. CLEAN FLOORS IN BASEMENT UTILITY AREAS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD OR SHATTERPROOF BULB IN BASEMENT DISH WASHING AREA.
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Oct 3, 2013
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor not maintained in basement prep area and basement walk-in cooler. Instructed to repair and reseal floor.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling filter in basement above prep table not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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Apr 19, 2013
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Instructed to install splashguard on both sides of exposed handsinks in prep and bar area.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and under equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily and remove food debris. Floor in basement not maintained. Instructed to reseal floor.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light bulb in basement prep area not shielded. Instructed to install light cover.
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Mar 28, 2013
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Instructed to install splashguard on both sides of exposed handsinks in prep and bar area.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and under equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily and remove food debris. Floor in basement not maintained. Instructed to reseal floor.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light bulb in basement prep area not shielded. Instructed to install light cover.
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Feb 29, 2012
Routine
2 minor violations.
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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. RUSTY RACKS IN THE WALKIN COOLER LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST AND PAINT THEM.
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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. CLEAN THE INSIDE CABINETS UNDER THE FRYERS HAS SOME GREASE BUILDUP.
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Nov 1, 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. MUST CLEAN FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND FIRST FLOOR KITCHEN 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. MUST PROVIDE THREE SINK STOPPERS FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK FIRST FLOOR COOKING AREA, AND REPAIR FAUCET LEAK AT SAME SINK
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Oct 18, 2011
Routine
No violations found.
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Nov 8, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
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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.SPLASHGUARDS AT FOOD PREP,BAR NOT INSTALLED,FOUND NO ICE BIN COVERS BEHIND BAR AREA.
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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.THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES DETAIL CLEANING FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN-COOLER,DEEP FRYERS IN FOOD PREP,FILTERS ABOVE COOKINNG EQUIPMENTS.
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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.FLOOR DRAIN BENEATH 3 COMP SINK AT BAR REQUIRES DETAIL CLEANING.
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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.FOUND WOMENS TOILET ROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF CLOSING.
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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.FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT MOP SINK,ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN BASEMENT AREA,REPAIR WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET 3 COMP SINK DISHROOM.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Ledge Bar & Grill, Llc — the Monarch Restaurant Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Ledge Bar & Grill, Llc — the Monarch Restaurant Bar on file is from Feb 26, 2015. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Ledge Bar & Grill, Llc — the Monarch Restaurant Bar?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at The Ledge Bar & Grill, Llc — the Monarch Restaurant Bar.
Has The Ledge Bar & Grill, Llc — the Monarch Restaurant Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Ledge Bar & Grill, Llc — the Monarch Restaurant Bar have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Ledge Bar & Grill, Llc — the Monarch Restaurant Bar means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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