Tulum Grill

1800 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 8, 2012

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2010, Tulum Grill has three inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 8, 2012. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit. The file hasn't been updated since Feb 8, 2012, so take the current picture with that in mind.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 8, 2012

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.All food stored in coolers must be dated & labeled,Consumer advisory must be posted.

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.Must provide and maintain a metal stem thermometer for monitoring food temperatures.

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.Wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizing solution.

Mar 29, 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. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF WHITE PANEL INSIDE ICE MACHINE

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 CLEAN/RESURFACE FLOOR SURFACE IN KITCHEN AND WALK-IN COOLER AREA

Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

Inspector notes: MUST STORE EMPLOYEES PERSONAL ITEMS ONE DESIGNATED AREA NICE AND NEATLY

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 REPAIR MOP SINK REAR AREA, AND REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AT KITCHEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK

Dec 22, 2010

Routine

5 minor violations.

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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.MUST REPLACE/REPAIR RUSTY SHELVING IN WALK-IN-COOLER USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH.

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.THE FOLLOWING AREAS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENTS,COUNTERS,DRY STORAGE SHELVINGS,FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN-COOLER,ICE MACHINE,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS.

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.THE LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE DEBRIS.

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 INSTALL A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT ICE MACHINE LOCATED AT REAR,FOUND EXPOSED HANDSINK IN KITCHEN SLOW DRAINING-MUST REPAIR.

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.MUST CLEAN,ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREAS,REMOVE ALL CLUTTER DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tulum Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tulum Grill on file is from Feb 8, 2012. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tulum Grill?

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

Has Tulum Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tulum Grill have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Tulum Grill 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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