The Radler
Last inspected: Jun 20, 2018
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Score
Going back to 2013, The Radler has nine inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Jun 20, 2018. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. The most recent inspection at The Radler is from Jun 20, 2018, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, this is about average. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Jun 20, 2018
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed exposed waste water pipes in the basement above the three compartment sink and dry storage. Instructed facility to relocate items and/or shield said pipes.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed slight dirt accumulation in the upper interior portion of the ice machine used for human consumption. Instructed facility to clean, sanitize, and maintain.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed dirt and debris on the floor in the mop closet/ice machine closet. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed the wall behind the dish machine and the wall and caulking around the mop sink to be dirty. Instructed facility to clean all and recaulk around the mop sink and maintain.
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Jul 21, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA LOW BOY REACH IN COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS RIPPED. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR RUBBER GASKETS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLIGHT CALCIUM BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: PAINT PEELING/CHIPPING ON PILLAR NEXT TO DISHWASH MACHINE DRAIN BOARD. MUST REMOVE ALL PEELING/CHIPPING PAINT ON PILLAR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: 1ST FLOOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK COLD WATER HANDLE STRIPPED/FAUCET LEAKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: BASEMENT FLOOR CLUTTERED ALONG WEST WALL. MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS OFF FLOOR OR REMOVE ITEMS.
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Jul 28, 2016
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE SERVICE COOLER OF THE FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN OR REPLACE
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED CLUTTER AT THE REAR DRY STORAGE OF THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND/OR REMOVE TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: NOTED EMPLOYEES AT THE KITCHEN PREPPING WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAIR NETS OR HATS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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May 20, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: NOTED A BLACK AND SLIMY SUBSTANCE INSIDE THE UPPER COMPARTMENT OF ICE MACHINE DRIPPING ONTO THE ICE. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS CLEANED AND SANITIZE EQUIPMENT. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY CALLED COMPANY FOR MAINTENANCE. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE SERVICE COOLER OF THE FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN OR REPLACE.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED CLUTTER AT THE REAR DRY STORAGE OF THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND/OR REMOVE TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: NOTED EMPLOYEES AT THE KITCHEN PREPPING WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAIR NETS OR HATS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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May 12, 2015
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT ON THE INTERIOR PANELS ON ICE MACHINE ON REAR STORAGE AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 11, 2014
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: OBSERVED UNWRAPPED SILVERWARE ON TABLE SETTINGS. INSTRUCTED TO WRAPPED OR COVER SILVERWARES TO PREVENT PUBLIC CONTAMINATION.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OR PAINT RAW KITCHEN WOOD DOOR AND FRAME.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH DEBRIS INSIDE MOP ROOM, UNDER AND AROUND HOT WATER TANK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT STORED IN REAR AND IN BASEMENT AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Nov 25, 2013
License
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor in basement not maintained. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Exposed raw wood door in basement. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface. Gap noted along wallbase in basement. Instructed to install coving to seal gap.
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Nov 19, 2013
Consultation
No violations found.
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Nov 5, 2013
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Radler last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Radler on file is from Jun 20, 2018. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Radler?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at The Radler.
Has The Radler's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Radler have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Radler 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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