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Tropical Fish Market

4234 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60639
Seafood
Last inspected: Mar 14, 2014
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Score
Low Risk

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The most recent report on file is from Mar 14, 2014. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Public records show no inspections at Tropical Fish Market since Mar 14, 2014, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code”, showing up two times.

Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Tropical Fish Market trails the local norm. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 14, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Caulk around 3 compartment sink in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced. Cooler in prep area that had rust/peeling paint on lid, shall be repaired/sealed.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving, ice machine not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), non food contact surfaces of cooking equipment, prep table not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors in prep area, and under ice machine not clean, need cleaning. Damaged floor tiles in prep area, shall be replaced.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls, ceilings that had exposed plaster/peeling paint, or exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/sealed.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust canopy not clean, needs cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation) in kitchen area, dining area and bathroom not clean, need cleaning(detailed).
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Jan 6, 2011
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Source sound condition, no spoilage, foods properly labeled, shellfish tags in place
Inspector notes: Shellfish shall be obtained from an approved source and kept in their original package until sold. Molluscan shell stock shall be obtained in containers bearing legible source identification tags or labels. FOUND BUCKET OF OYSTERS STORED IN (REAR) REACH IN COOLER WITHOUT IDENTIFICATION TAGS OR LABELS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, SHELLFISH CERTIFICATION TAG MUST BE MAINTAINED WITH THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER UNTIL EMPTIED AND THE RETAINED FOR A PERIOD OF 90 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF RECEIPT. MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID PRODUCTS. TOTAL AMOUNT OF $32.00 TOTAL COUNT 100 PCS. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 (B-2)
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. NOTED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND DUST ACCUMULATION.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL TILES BEHIND PREP TABLE WITH SPILLAGE BY 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT 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. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tropical Fish Market last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tropical Fish Market on file is from Mar 14, 2014. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tropical Fish Market?

Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Tropical Fish Market.

Has Tropical Fish Market's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tropical Fish Market have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tropical Fish Market 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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