Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers of New York

3943 N Harlem Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
American
Last inspected: May 7, 2015
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Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers of New York has four inspections on file, the first dated 2013. The most recent visit was on May 7, 2015. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. The file hasn't been updated since May 7, 2015, so take the current picture with that in mind.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.

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

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspection History
May 7, 2015
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Apr 29, 2015
Routine
8 minor violations.
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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: FOUND EVIDENCE OF OVER 20 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN A BEVERAGE DISPENSER AREA ON WALL AND CEILING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR CABINET WITH SYRUP AND SOME TRASH UNDERNEATH SODA DISPENSER MACHINE. RECOMMEND TO CALL LICENSED PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. ALSO NOTED REAR EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF WITH 1/4 INCH GAP/OPENING. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF BOTTOM OF THE SAID DOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES COOKIE COOLER BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER.
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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 FLOOR WITH FOOD DEBRIS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN PREP AREA (BY OFFICE).
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REORGANIZE INSIDE CLEANING CLOSET (NEXT TO WOMEN'S WASHROOM). MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS (CAP, HAIRNET ETC) IN FOOD PREP AREA.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Jun 19, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found some food items not properly dated in walk in cooler, must properly date food items in walk in cooler.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), front counter shelving 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 walk in cooler not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in kitchen prep area by grill not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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May 3, 2013
License
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inside cabinet shelving by coffe dispensing equipment not clean, needs detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Faucet installed directly above 2 compartment sink drain board. Must relocate filtered faucet by 2 compartment sink so it can properly drain into 2 compartment sink drain.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers of New York last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers of New York on file is from May 7, 2015. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers of New York?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers of New York.

Has Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers of New York's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers of New York have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers of New York means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.