Twisted Spoke
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2024
100
Score
Inspectors have visited Twisted Spoke 23 times, with records going back to 2010. On Jan 8, 2024, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit. Note that Twisted Spoke's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jan 8, 2024; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Proper cooling methods used” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing eight times across the record.
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.
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Inspection History
Jan 8, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jan 4, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER PLUMBING AND SEWAGE WATER POURING OUT OF THE BROKEN DRAIN LINE BENEATH THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND LOW-TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE DRAIN LINE SO DISHES COULD BE WASHED, RINSED AND SANITIZED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED READY-TO-EAT TCS FOODS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER (SALSA AND PORK) REFRIGERATED OVER 24 HOURS AND STORED BEYOND THE MAXIMUM 7-DAY USE-BY DATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL APPLICABLE READY-TO-EAT TCS FOODS REFRIGERATED FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS AND DISCARD THEM OR CONSUME THEM BEFORE THE USE-BY DATE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2578345 ON 7/7/23 NOT CORRECTED: 54 - OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF GREASE ON THE EXTERIOR OF A USED COOKING OIL CONTAINER LOCATED IN THE OUTDOOR GARBAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION. 58 - OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES TO COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WAS PRESENT WHILE TCS FOODS (BEANS AT 141F) WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE TOP AND SIDES OF THE LOW-TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE, THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS, AND THE INTERIOR PLASTIC GUARD INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST EXTEND THE VENTILATION LINE FROM THE SMOKER TO REACH UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
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Jul 7, 2023
Reinspection
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS ITEMS IN THE DRAWER PREP COOLER IN THE KITCHEN AT THE STATED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES: SOUR CREAM AT 53.4F AND CHICKEN AT 52.7F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 10 LBS OF PRODUCT VALUED AT APPROXIMATELY $100. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL TCS ITEMS AT OR BELOW 41F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DRAWER-STYLE PREP COOLER CONTAINING TCS ITEMS SUCH AS SHRIMP AND CHICKEN, MAINTAINING AN IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 55.6F. COOLER TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN ALL COOLERS CONTAINING TCS ITEMS AT OR BELOW 41F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 5-501.116 OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF GREASE ON THE EXTERIOR OF A USED COOKING OIL CONTAINER LOCATED IN THE OUTDOOR GARBAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Jun 29, 2023
Complaint
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK DUE TO THE SINK NOT BEING ABLE TO BE TURNED ON. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SINK SO THAT IT IS CAPABLE FO DELIVERING WATER BETWEEN 100-120F UNDER PRESSURE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS ITEMS IN THE DRAWER PREP COOLER IN THE KITCHEN AT THE STATED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES: SOUR CREAM AT 57.0F, GAUCAMOLE AT 62.5F, SHRIMP AT 56.6F, AND CHICKEN AT 46.4F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 10 LBS OF PRODUCT VALUED AT APPROXIMATELY $100. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL TCS ITEMS AT OR BELOW 41F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DRAWER-STYLE PREP COOLER CONTAINING TCS ITEMS SUCH AS SHRIMP AND CHICKEN, MAINTAINING AN IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 61.8F. COOLER TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN ALL COOLERS CONTAINING TCS ITEMS AT OR BELOW 41F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIGITAL MENU CONTAINING ITEMS SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED SUCH AS EGGS ANY STYLE AND HALF-POUND HAMBURGERS WITHOUT CONSUMER ADVISORY INFORMATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DISCLOSURE, REMINDER, AND FOOTNOTE ON ALL VERSIONS OF THE MENU FOR ITEMS SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION WAS ISSUED. SEE COMMENTS.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD-UP OF BROWN AND BLACK SLIME IN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE USED TO PRODUCE ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE FREE OF SLIME. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINKS LOCATED IN THE BAR AND SERVER STATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS ON CUTTING BOARDS THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE CUTTING SURFACES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STEADY LEAK COMING FROM UNDERNEATH LOW-TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE LOCATED IN REAR DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1 OF 2 TOILETS IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM DOES NOT FLUSH. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF GREASE ON THE EXTERIOR OF A USED COOKING OIL CONTAINER LOCATED IN THE OUTDOOR GARBAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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May 3, 2022
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO VALID CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE DURING INSPECTION. PIC COMPLETED 360 TRAINING 1/29/2021. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Oct 5, 2020
Complaint
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS(CHEESE, SHRIMP AND EGGS) AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE(50.7F-55.4F) IN THE 2 DOOR COLD HOLDING COOLER. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED 10LBS VALUED AT $50. TCS FOODS FOR COLD HOLDING SHALL BE AT 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT THE EXPOSED SINK IN THE COFFEE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR THE FOOD SERVICE MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
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Jul 16, 2019
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED USED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF CUTTING BOARD OF HOT AND COLD HOLDING STATIONS. INSTRUCTED THAT WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN SANITIZER SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING IN THE BASE LIQUOR STORAGE AREA TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS. ALSO KEEP FLOORS DRY AS POSSIBLE TO PREVENT BREEDING PLACE FOR PEST.
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Sep 24, 2018
Complaint
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #2-102.14(N).
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #2-501.11.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WORKING THERMOMETERS INSIDE PREP COOLERS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED THE POT STORAGE SHELVING ABOVE THE DISH WASHING AREA DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED THE GASKETS AROUND THE PREP COOLER (ONLINE) IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SEAL.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE DRIP TRAY, EXTERIOR OF LIQUIOR BARRALS AND COUNTER TOPS AT THE BAR TO PREVENT BREEDING PLACE PEST(FRUIT FLIES).
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING IN THE BASE LIQUOR STORAGE AREA TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS. ALSO KEEP FLOORS DRY AS POSSIBLE TO PREVENT BREEDING PLACE FOR PEST.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE WALLS BEHIND DISH WASHING AREA TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NOTED MISSING END CAP ON THE LIGHT SHIELD IN THE KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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Sep 19, 2017
Routine
7 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 SMALL CUPS IN THE CONTAINERS OF SAUCES USED TO DISPENSE FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO USE HANDLED SCOOPS SUCH AS LADLES, SPOONS, ETC. AND TO STORE THE HANDLED SCOOP WITH THE HANDLE FACING UP OUT OF THE FOOD AT ALL TIMES.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DISCOLORATION BUILDUP ON THE INTERIOR SURFACE OF THE SODA GUNS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE BUILDUP AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DUST BUILDUP FROM THE CLEAN PLATE AND UTENSIL STORAGE RACK ABOVE THE DISHMACHINE TO REMOVE DUST BUILDUP.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR SURFACE OF THE ICE MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT TO REMOVE PINK AND BROWN BUILDUP--MAINTAIN.
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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 THE FLOORS ON THE SIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT TO REMOVE EMPTY BEER CANS AND BROKEN GLASS DEBRIS; INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE WALK-IN BEER COOLER TO REMOVE BEER DEBRIS, CANS, BOTTLES, ETC.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS ON THE PREP LINE IN THE MAIN KITCHEN TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING. 1 OF 2 BULBS ARE BURNED OUT IN EACH OF THE 2 FIXTURES ABOVE THE MAIN PREP LINE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO EXTEND THE PVC EXHAUST PIPE FROM THE SMOKER TO EXHAUST SMOKE COMPLETELY UNDER THE HOOD VENT. THE PIPE IS TOO SHORT AND MUST BE COMPLETELY UNDER THE HOOD AT ALL TIMES.
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Oct 13, 2016
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 13, 2015
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE ICE SCOOP STORED IN THE ICE BIN BEHIND THE BAR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE THE ICE SCOOP OUTSIDE OF THE ICE BIN IN A CLEAN CONTAINER.
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Aug 24, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE OF THE LINE PREP COOLER. OBSERVED CHILI AT 44.6F, CHICKEN AT 49.6F, BLUE CHEESE AT 44.2F, SHREDDED CHEESES AT 50F, CHORIZO AT 53.6F, SOUR CREAM AT 47.6F, EGGS AT 49.6F, AND FALAFEL AT 44.7F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 8# OF FOOD WORTH APPROXIMATELY $44. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL THE WALLS BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GAPS BETWEEN THE STEEL PARTITIONS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD AT THE 1ST FLOOR WAIT STATION.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE MISSING SINK STOPPER LEVER FOR THE RIGHT COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE PREP AREA.
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Jul 10, 2014
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR PANEL AND LID OF ICE MACHINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN SECOND FLOOR WAIT STATION(DEAD INSECTS). CLEAN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN SECOND FLOOR WAIT STATION (DUST BUILDUP). CLEAN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN BASEMENT(WATER DAMAGE, MILDEW, MOLD).
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN SECOND FLOOR WAIT STATION.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE WASTE LINE FROM EXPOSED SINK IN BAR. INSTALL BACK FLOW DEVICE ON UTILITY SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN ALL STORAGE AREAS.
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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.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE ICE SCOOP HANDLE UP IN BAR TO MINIMIZE BARE HAND CONTACT.
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Jun 30, 2014
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED, OBSERVED 1/2" GAP ON LEFT SIDE AND 1/4" GAP ON BOTTOM OF SECOND FLOOR PATIO DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR PANEL AND LID OF ICE MACHINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN SECOND FLOOR WAIT STATION(DEAD INSECTS). CLEAN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN SECOND FLOOR WAIT STATION (DUST BUILDUP). CLEAN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN BASEMENT(WATER DAMAGE, MILDEW, MOLD).
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN SECOND FLOOR WAIT STATION.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE WASTE LINE FROM EXPOSED SINK IN BAR. INSTALL BACK FLOW DEVICE ON UTILITY SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN ALL STORAGE AREAS.
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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.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE ICE SCOOP HANDLE UP IN BAR TO MINIMIZE BARE HAND CONTACT.
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Oct 25, 2013
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Intructed to detail clean daily.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided in bar condiments cooler. Instructed to provide thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers.
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Oct 18, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: Outer openings not protected or rodent proof. Second floor and side exit door has 1/4 gap across bottom and along sides. Instructed to rodent proof door to prevent rodent and insect entry. Serious citation issue 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Intructed to detail clean daily.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided in bar condiments cooler. Instructed to provide thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers.
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Jun 21, 2012
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: 2 PANS OF HAMBURGER PATTIES WERE FOUND IN THE WALK IN COOLER AT 58.5 F AND 59.5 F INTERNAL TEMPERATURE. APPROXIMATELY 20 POUNDS OF PRODUCT VALUED AT $50.00 WERE DENATURED AT THIS TIME. RECCOMMENDED MIXING THE MEAT AND FORMING THE HAMBURGER PATTIES IN AN ICED PAN OR INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: TWO DIRTY KNIVES WERE FOUND IN THE KNIFE HOLDER; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE KNIVES PRIOR TO STORAGE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE WALK IN COOLER SHELVES ARE PEELING AND COVERED WITH MILDEWED PAPER STICKERS. THE BEER ROOM IS DIRTY AND MOLDY. THE SODA GUN HOLSTERS ARE FILTY, REPLACE UNSANITARY HOLSTERS. REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SHELVES AND SANITIZE SURFACES SO THEY ARE SMOOTH AND SANITARY.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: THE WALLS UNDER THE URINAL ARE CORRODED OPEN, AND THE BEER ROOM WALLS ARE MOLDY, RESEAL THE WALLS SO THEY ARE SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: THE WALK IN COOLER IS DARK. INSTALL ADDITIONAL LIGHTS SO YOU CAN SEE.
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Feb 27, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Feb 3, 2012
Complaint
9 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. OBSERVED (2)TWO CONTAINERS OF PORTION SIZED MUSSELS HELD IN WALK-IN-COOLER LOCATED IN 2ND FLOOR LACKING THE REQUIRED SHELLFISH TAG. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED,DENATURED MENTIONED FOODS APPROXIMATELY 20#'s ,TOTAL DOLLAR VALUE$50.00. SHELLFISH TAGS MUST BE IN PLACE FOR 90 DAYS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (B).
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: All employees who handle food shall wash their hands as often as necessary to maintain a high degree of personal cleanliness and should conform to hygienic practices prescribed by the Board of Health.OBSERVED ,POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES;FOOD HANDLERS PERFORMING MULTIPLE TASKS(PREPARING SHRIMPS,SAUCES,CLEANING,RINSING UTENSILS ETC.),CHANGING SOILED GLOVES AND NOT WASHING HANDS.INSTRUCTED ON PROPER PROCEDURES OF WASHING HANDS PER CITY CODE.ALSO SOAP AND TOWELS NOT PROVIDED AT BAR AREA,EXPOSED HANDSINK IN KITCHEN BLOCKED WITH BREAD TABLE MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES FOR HANDWASHING.CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010(A).
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK MOLD GROWTH ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE. UNIT TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR CLEANED AND SANITIZED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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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 LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE 1ST FLOOR AT BAR AREA AND 1 LIVE ROACH NOTED BENEATH DRY STORAGE TABLE 2ND FLOOR AREAS. APPROXIMATELY 15 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY,RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR.ALSO 2ND FLOOR DOOR TO PATIO NOT RODENT PROOFED WITH 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: The licensee shall inform the public in writing of the Chicago Department of Public Health?s Consumer Advisory relating to consuming raw and undercooked animal products.NO CONSUMER ADVISORY NOTICE WAS POSTED IN THE RESTAURANT. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF THE CONSUMER ADVISORY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF CUSTOMERS OR WRITE IT ON THE MENU.
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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.DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS BEHIND THE BAR AND IN THE BASEMENT.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS AROUND THE STOVE AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND LOWER WALLS AT BAR AREAS. SEAL ALL OF THE OPENINGS IN THE BASEMENT CEILING,AT BAR AREAS.
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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. MUST PROVIDE VISIBLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS,FREEZERS.
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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. REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED AT FRONT AREA UNDER STAIRCASE.
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Jun 21, 2011
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL REMAINING
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL REMAINING
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May 16, 2011
Routine
2 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 WIRE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN-COOLER
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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 CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN PREP AREA
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Dec 3, 2010
Reinspection
4 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 RUST ON SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN-COOLER USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH ALSO SOME GASKETS IN COOLERS IN KITCHEN ARE IN POOR REPAIR.
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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.FLOORS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING,REPLACE NUMEROUS BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN AREAS.
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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..LIGHT BULBS MUST BE SHIELDED PROPERLY INCLUDE END CAPS.
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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 REPAIR NOTICEABLE WATER LEAK BENEATH 3 COMP SINK IN KITCHEN.
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Nov 16, 2010
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation.FOUND OPENED BOTTLES OF LIQUOR INSIDE ICE BIN BEHIND BAR COUNTER WHICH IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION.
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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.FOUND APPROXIMATELY 15 LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN VARIOUS AREAS,STANDING WATER IN CORNERS OF FLOOR IN KITCHEN,BASEMENT WALK-IN-COOLER,PROVIDE LIDS FOR TRASHCANS TO MINIMIZE SAID PEST PROBLEM,KEEP FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES,MUST,CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,PEST CONTROL CO SERVICE NOW RECCOMENDED.
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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 RUST ON SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN-COOLER USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH ALSO SOME GASKETS IN COOLERS IN KITCHEN ARE IN POOR REPAIR.
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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 KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS, ALL COOLERS,SHELVINGS,BAR GUNS,HOUSINGS ATTACHED,EXTERIOR OF DISHMACHINE,ALL AREAS BEHIND BAR COUNTERS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES,LEGS OF EQUIPMENTS ETC.REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
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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.FLOORS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING,REPLACE NUMEROUS BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN AREAS.
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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.LIGHT BULBS MUST BE SHIELDED PROPERLY INCLUDE END CAPS.
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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 REPAIR NOTICEABLE WATER LEAK BENEATH 3 COMP SINK IN KITCHEN.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Twisted Spoke last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Twisted Spoke on file is from Jan 8, 2024. The public record contains 23 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Twisted Spoke?
Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Twisted Spoke.
Has Twisted Spoke's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Twisted Spoke have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Twisted Spoke 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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