Torrence Bowl — Skyway Bowl

9915 S Torrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60617

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Sep 16, 2011

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Torrence Bowl — Skyway Bowl has three inspections on file, the first dated 2011. The most recent report on file is from Sep 16, 2011. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. Note that Torrence Bowl — Skyway Bowl's inspection history hasn't been updated since Sep 16, 2011; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around six violations to closer to zero violations per visit.

“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Torrence Bowl — Skyway Bowl on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 16, 2011

Reinspection

No violations found.

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Sep 13, 2011

Reinspection

3 minor violations.

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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage.DEFROST UPRIGHT FREEZER IN REAR KITCHEN

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: CLEAN CEILING REAR PREP AREA

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. 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.NEED NEW DUMPSTER ON SITE FOR REINSPECTION

Sep 6, 2011

License

8 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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.OBSERVED 35 MICE DROPPINGS IN REAR LIQUOR STORAGE AREA, FRONT BAR/SIDE VENDING MACHINES INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THESE AREAS.

Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

Inspector notes: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance.OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER MISSING ONE LID COVER AND TRASH OVER FLOWING THE OTHER LIDS NOT CLOSED MUST KEEP ALL LIDS CLOSED AND REPLACE MISSING LID

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.SEAL ALL RAW WOOD STORAGE SHELVES IN LIQUOR STORAGE AND FRONT OFFICE.

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.NEED TO DEFROST AND CLEAN UP RIGHT FREEZER

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 FLOORS THRU OUT FRONT BAR REAR BAR, REAR STORAGE

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.CLEAN CEILING IN REAR PREP AREA

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.CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD FRONT

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.NEED TO INSTALL EXTRA HAND SINK REAR BAR, REPAIR LOW WATER PRESSURE FRONT HAND SINK PREP AREA

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Torrence Bowl — Skyway Bowl last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Torrence Bowl — Skyway Bowl on file is from Sep 16, 2011. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Torrence Bowl — Skyway Bowl?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Torrence Bowl — Skyway Bowl.

Has Torrence Bowl — Skyway Bowl's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Torrence Bowl — Skyway Bowl have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Torrence Bowl — Skyway Bowl 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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