The Popcorn Box

1632 W 95Th St, Chicago, IL 60643

Other

Last inspected: Oct 8, 2010

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Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, The Popcorn Box has three inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The most recent report on file is from Oct 8, 2010. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. Public records show no inspections at The Popcorn Box since Oct 8, 2010, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around zero violations across recent inspections versus roughly four violations before.

The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting The Popcorn Box on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 8, 2010

Reinspection

No violations found.

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Aug 26, 2010

License

9 minor violations.

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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time

Inspector notes: Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. 3-COMP SINK MUST BE OF SUFFICIENT SIZE TO SUBMERGE LARGEST EQUIPMENT/UTENSIL TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS.

Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow

Inspector notes: In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago. INSTALL BACKFLOW DEVICE ON UTILITY SINK OR REMOVE THREADS ON FAUCET.

* 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 CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED. MUST PROVIDE RECIPROCITY CERTIFICATE OR PROOF OF ENROLLMENT IN COURSE.

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. PROVIDE SHELVING FOR STORAGE IN REACH-IN COOLER AND PREP AREAS.

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 INTERIOR OF VANITY CABINET IN WASHROOM.

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 IN POOR REPAIR NEAR 3-COMP SINK. REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN ALL AREAS.

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 ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, CREVICES IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS AND ELECTRICAL OUTLETS IN ALL AREAS. REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS BEHIND SOFT SERVE MACHINE AND 3-COMP SINK. SEAL LOOSE BASEBOARDS IN ALL AREAS.

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. PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS.

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. REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND PROPERLY ORGANIZE STORAGE AREAS.

Jul 2, 2010

License

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Popcorn Box last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Popcorn Box on file is from Oct 8, 2010. The public record contains three inspections in total.

Has The Popcorn Box's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Popcorn Box have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Popcorn Box 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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