Tony's Italian Beef
Last inspected: Mar 28, 2013
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The health department has logged seven inspections at Tony's Italian Beef, the earliest from 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 28, 2013. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Public records show no inspections at Tony's Italian Beef since Mar 28, 2013, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly five violations before.
Looking across the full record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Mar 28, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES OR CERTIFIED MANAGER IN DUTY AS REQUIRED WITH A VALID CERTIFICATE. SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN 7-38-012
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND MAINTAIN BOTH HOODS PIPES UNDERNEATH HOOD,INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS AND CABINETS UNDERNEATH TO REMOVE GREASE. CLEAN EXTERIOR SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE FLOORS IN UNDER THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND ALONG THE WALLS AND INNTHE CORNERS. REMOVE THE ICE FROM THE FLOOR IN THE WALKIN COOLER.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE CONDENSER IN THE WALKIN FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR. NEED TO HAVE IT SERVICED . WHEN ON DEFROST MODE LEAKS WATER ON TO THE FLOOR MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE IT.
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Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector notes: FOUND A LARGE AMOUNT OF SOILED WIPING CLOTHS SETTING OUT. MUST WASH THEM. NEED TO KEEP THE WIPINGS CLOTHS THAT ARE BEING USED IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Nov 20, 2012
Consultation
No violations found.
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Oct 12, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Oct 5, 2012
Complaint
11 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EIGHTY MOUSE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BY EMPTY ICE CREAM FREEZER IN FRONT AREA, ON FLOOR IN CORNER BY UTILITY SINK, IN OFFICE AREA ON FLOOR AND CLOSET NEXT TO WASHROOM. MUST CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS. HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. ALSO OBSERVED OPEN BAIT ON FLOORS IN CORNER AREAS AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE; BAIT MUST BE STORED IN ENCLOSED BAIT BOXES. FRONT AND REAR ENTRANCE DOORS NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED AT BOTTOM; MUST SEAL OPENINGS OBSERVED.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TALL WEEDS ALONG FENCE IN ENCLOSED AREA WHERE DUMPSTER LOCATED; MUST REMOVE TO AVOID RODENT HARBORAGE.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES OR CERTIFIED MANAGER IN DUTY AS REQUIRED WITH A VALID CERTIFICATE. ONE PERSON ON DUTY AT THIS TIME HAS A STATE OF ILLINOIS CERTIFICATE ISSUED 4/2011. MUST PROVIDE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN 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: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING IN AFFECTED AREAS MENTIONED ABOVE IN VIOLATION #18 AND AROUND, UNDER AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN WALLS NEAR EXPOSED HANDSINK AND HOT HOLDING UNIT. REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELDS NEEDED FOR LIGHTS IN VENTILATION SYSTEM ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING BACKFLOW DEVICE ABOVE UTILITY SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY CLUTTER FROM REAR STORAGE ROOM; ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES WHILE HANDLING FOOD.
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No smoking regulations
Inspector notes: EVIDENCE OF SMOKING ON PREMISES. ASHES OBSERVED IN WASHROOM ON FLOOR, TOILET AND IN SINK OF WASHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. CIGARETTES AND AN ASHTRAY WITH BUTTS WERE IN OFFICE ON FILE CABINET. INSTRUCTED THAT SMOKING MUST BE DONE OUTSIDE OF ESTABLISHMENT FIFTEEN FEET AWAY FROM THE ENTRANCE.
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Apr 12, 2011
Routine
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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER TO REMOVE GREASE. CLEAN EXTERIOR SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT. SMALL AMOUNT OF GREASE IN HOODED AREA ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT; CLEAN TO REMOVE.
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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. REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED.
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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 A LIGHT SHIELD FOR LIGHTS NEAR WALK-IN FREEZER.
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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. UTILITY SINK CLOGGED; UNCLOG.
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Sep 20, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Sep 15, 2010
License
5 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. MUST PROVIDE RUNNING HOT AND COLD WATER AT TOP LOADING SOFT SERVE MACHINE
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Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: All food establishments shall be provided with an adequate supply of hot and cold water under pressure properly connected to the city water supply. MUST HAVE RUNNING HOT WATER AT TIME OF INSPECTION
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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 ADJUST THRESHOLD AT FRONT DOOR ENTRY AREA
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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. MUST CLEAN ALL DIRTY LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN PREP 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 PLUMBING TO DIPPER WELL, AT HAND PACK ICE CREAM FREEZER
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tony's Italian Beef last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tony's Italian Beef on file is from Mar 28, 2013. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tony's Italian Beef?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tony's Italian Beef.
Has Tony's Italian Beef's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Tony's Italian Beef have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tony's Italian Beef 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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