Volare
Last inspected: Sep 26, 2011
86
Score
Across the available record, Volare has five inspections on file, the first dated 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 26, 2011. 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 Sep 26, 2011, 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.
Looking across the full record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Volare's latest score of 86 sits above the Chicago average of 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Sep 26, 2011
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMAINS
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: REMAINS. POOR FLOOR GROUTING AT COOK'S LINE & DISHROOM (1st FLOOR) MUST ALSO BE ADDRESSED.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REMAINS
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Jul 14, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP/DARK GROOVES & BROKEN COOLER DOOR GASKETS AT 1ST FLOOR PREP & BAR AREA MUST BE REPLACED. All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS AT DISHROOM MUST BE KEPT DRY & FLOOR MATS NEED MORE CLEANING. fLOORS UNDER BASEMENT DRY STORAGE SHELVES (REAR END) MUST BE KEPT CLEAN ALSO. The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FAN GUARDS OF WALK-IN COOLERS, BATHROOM VENTS & VENT ABOVE DISHMACHINE MUST BE FREE OF DUST BUILD-UP. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: END CAPS MISSING ON MOST CEILING LIGHTS AT BASEMENT PREP AREA -MUST PROVIDE. Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAKY PIPE UNDER HANDSINK AT 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA & UNDER THE DRAIN AT SCRAPER SINK OF DISHMACHINE-MUST BE FIXED. 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.
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Sep 16, 2010
Complaint
3 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. ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF 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. FLOOR IN REAR AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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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. Use dustless cleaning methods. WALL IN COOKING AREA MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Apr 1, 2010
Complaint
No violations found.
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Jan 6, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. Shelves in walk-in cooler in need of cleaning to remove rust and build-up.
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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. Cooking equipment in need of cleaning to remove build of food and debris.
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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 1st and basement must be kept dry. Eliminate any standing water.
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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. Leak at three compartment sink in need of repair at faucet.
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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. Replace broken thermometer at walk-in cooler. Must install.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Volare last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Volare on file is from Sep 26, 2011. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Volare?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Volare.
Has Volare's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Volare have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Volare 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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