Vo's Place
Last inspected: Aug 6, 2012
45
Score
Going back to 2010, Vo's Place has three inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Aug 6, 2012. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well. Note that Vo's Place's inspection history hasn't been updated since Aug 6, 2012; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 16 violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food in original container, properly labeled”, showing up two times.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Vo's Place's 45 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
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Inspection History
Aug 6, 2012
Complaint
16 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERTAURE OF 2 UPRIGHT REACH IN COOLERS AT 54.0F & 69.2F WITH READY TO EAT & PERISHABLE FOODS STORED INSIDE OF BOTH COOLERS.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNITS AT 40 OR BELOW .(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF READY TO EAT & PERISHABLE FOODS STORED INSIDE OF BOTH REACH IN COOLERS SUCH AS HAM 57.6F,COOKED OKRA 57.1F, SALMON 59.7F,RICE 61.2F,FRENCH TOAST BATTER 59.8F,RAW SHELLED EGGS 74.5F,BANANA PUDDING 55.4F,GRAVY 55.3F,MILK 55.0F.NO TIME & TEMPERATURE LOGS AVAILABLE TO VIEW.APPX.3LBS.$15.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND SINK IN REAR PREP AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE.OBSERVED A LARGE PLASTIC BUCKET WITH SOILED TOWELS SITTING INSIDE OF HAND SINK WHILE FOOD IS BEING PREPARED,HANDLED & SERVED.MUST REMOVE BUCKET AND KEEP ACCESSIBLE FOR HAND WASHING.(CRITICAL 7-38-030).
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD CONTAINERS OF SEASONINGS & CHEST FREEZER STORED OUTSIDE IN THE ELEMENTS IN REAR YARD ON SHELVING UNITS & BRICKS.MUST REMOVE FOOD & KEEP PROTECTED AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-38-005A).
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW WHILE FOOD IS BEING PREPARED,HANDLED & SERVED SUCH AS RICE,EGGS,GRITS,HAM,ETC.MUST PROVIDE & POST CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-38-012).
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SUMMARY REPORT POSTED TO VIEW AND VISIBLE TO CUSTOMERS AT THIS TIME FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION.MUST POST TO VIEW AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-42-010B)
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.MUST LABEL & DATE COOKED FOODS IN ALL COOLERS & FREEZERS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE MISSING HANDLE AT LID OF STEAM TABLE & PROPER HANDLE ON DOOR OF DEEP FRYER & LID ON STEAM TABLE IN POOR REPAIR.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE TORN BOOTH SEATS IN DINING AREA,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON UPRIGHT REACH IN COOLER & CHEST FREEZER,LOOSE WALL OUTLET COVERS.MUST PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD IN BETWEEN HAND SINK & MOP SINK,SINK STOPPERS AT 3- COMP SINK.MUST REMOVE NEWS PAPER FROM SHELVING UNITS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM FRYERS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,WHEEL BASES,GRILL & GRILL TABLE,MICROWAVE,,FILTERS AT HOOD,VENTILATION VENTS,SHELVING UNITS,EXHAUST FAN,PREP TABLES,CHEST FREEZERS,GARBAGE CANS.MUST DEFROST ALL CHEST FREEZERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES,UNDER,AROUND, HEAVY EQUIPMENT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI & GREASE BUILD UP FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES .MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS & LIGHT BULBS WHERE NEEDED.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM DOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST RECONNECT MOPS INK.MUST REPLACE MISSING FAUCET HANDLE ON MOP SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR ALL REFRIGERATORS & PROBE FOR FOOD TEMPS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE & ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR & AWAY FROM WALLS IN CLOSET & REAR YARD AREA.
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Apr 13, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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. LABEL FOOD PRODUCTS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPTMENT,i.e. INSIDE DEEP FRYER, OVEN.
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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. PAINT/SEAL ALL RAW WOOD SURFACES i.e.PREP TABLE SHELF.
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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. REPLACE ALL WATER STAINED/DAMAGED CEILING TILES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. 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. DETAIL CLEAN ALL VENT COVERS THROUGHOUT, HEAVY WITH DUST. LEAKY HOT WATER FAUCET AT REAR EXPOSED HAND SINK, INCREASE WATER FLOW IN MEN'S WASHROOM.
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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. ELEVATE ARTICLES IN STORAGE CLOSET.
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Mar 2, 2010
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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 WIRE SHELVES INSIDE REACH IN REACH-IN COOLERS
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS
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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 PROVIDE 3 SINK STOPPERS FOR 3 COMP. SINK AND REPAIR MOP SINK IN KITCHEN AREA
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Vo's Place last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Vo's Place on file is from Aug 6, 2012. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Vo's Place?
Across the inspection record, “food in original container, properly labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Vo's Place.
Has Vo's Place's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Vo's Place have averaged around 16 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Vo's Place means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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