The Original Maxwell St

601 S Sacramento Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612
American
Last inspected: Aug 26, 2011
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Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited The Original Maxwell St three times, with records going back to 2010. On Aug 26, 2011, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. The Original Maxwell St's record stops at Aug 26, 2011, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so The Original Maxwell St is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

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Inspection History
Aug 26, 2011
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED. CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM CABINETS 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: CLEAN FLOOR AT SIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER.
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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. SEAL HOLE IN LOWER WALLBASE NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR. CLEAN VENTILATION FAN IN WASHROOM TO REMOVE DUST.
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May 17, 2011
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED. CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM CABINETS 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: CLEAN FLOOR AT SIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER.
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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. SEAL HOLE IN LOWER WALLBASE NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR. CLEAN VENTILATION FAN IN WASHROOM TO REMOVE DUST.
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May 24, 2010
Complaint
4 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. Maintain the old cooler in the rear hallway or remove it.
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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 floors into the corners in detail and repair theloose tiles in the corner next to the hand sink.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. Install a thermometer in the salsa cooler.
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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. Clean out the dirty paper towels from the side of the walk in cooler.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Original Maxwell St last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Original Maxwell St on file is from Aug 26, 2011. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Original Maxwell St?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Original Maxwell St.

Has The Original Maxwell St's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Original Maxwell St have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Original Maxwell St means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.