The East Bay Oyster Bar and Decadent Catering
Last inspected: Oct 20, 2025
47
Score
Across the available record, The East Bay Oyster Bar and Decadent Catering has five inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 20, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “required records available”, showing up three times.
The East Bay Oyster Bar and Decadent Catering's latest score of 47 falls below the Barrington average of 84. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
6
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 20, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
Inspector notes: Quaternary ammonium sanitizer solution was in excess of 400 parts per million (ppm). A quaternary ammonia sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be applied at the strength as indicated on the manufacturers' label.
7-204.11
Required records available; molluscan shellfish identification, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: Molluscan shellfish tags must be maintained for 90 days in chronological order and the date when the last shellfish was used from the bag must be noted on the shellfish tag. Date must be noted on the shellfish tag.
3-203.12
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Specials menu is lacking a consumer advisory.
3-603.11
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: Allergen statement is lacking on the specials menu.
2-103.11
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Spray bottles used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical.
7-102.11
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Thermometers are lacking in the refrigeration units. All cold holding equipment used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must have at least one thermometer inside the unit that is located to allow easy viewing of the temperature display.
4-203.12
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking test strips to measure the concentration of the chlorine sanitizing solution for the dishwashers and the quaternary ammonium concentration for the 3-bay sink/sanitizer buckets. Test strips must be obtained.
4-302.14
47
Oct 17, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: Shellstock tags did not have all of the required information. Date and time of the last sale were lacking. Establishment must mark all shellstock tags with the date and time of the last sale.
3-402.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non-food contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the storage area was observed in poor repair. Physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
82
Sep 26, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was observed over 400 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200-300 ppm. Establishment is to have the sanitizer dispenser serviced.
4-501.114
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Shellstock clams located in the raw bar lowboy did not have the proper identification tags. Shellstock tags must remain attached to the container in which the shellstock are received until the container is empty. Tag was located at the time of inspection.
3-202.18
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: Shellstock tags did not have all of the required information. Date and time of the last sale were lacking. Establishment must mark all shellstock tags with the date and time of the last sale.
3-402.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils can opener, both ice machines, potato slicer, and deli slicer were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Both ice machines were emptied at the time of inspection. Establishment must clean and sanitize the following food contact surfaces before using.
4-601.11(A)
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical. Spray bottles were labeled at the time of inspection.
7-102.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The gaskets for the prep unit pizza lowboy were observed in poor repair. Gaskets must be maintained in good repair.
4-501.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: -The prep sink in the basement was observed leaking into a container. -The walk- in cooler fan was observed leaking into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.
5-403.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The ceiling in the storage area was observed in poor repair. Physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the storage area. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
47
Jul 6, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The sinks in the basement were observed leaking onto the floor and into a bucket. Through interview with PIC. Service is to be done on the sink tomorrow.
5-403.12
95
Jun 29, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Prep unit 3 was observed held at 47 degrees Fahrenheit. Misc. Food items was observed held at 47 D F. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food items were voluntarily disposed of. Establishment is not to use prep unit until it has been repaired.
3-501.16(A)
Food thawed using improper method
Inspector notes: Reduced oxygen packed lobster meat was observed thawing in the walk in cooler. The internal temperature of the lobster meat exceeded 38 degrees Fahrenheit. All fish products in reduced oxygen packaging must have air re-introduced before thawing. Establishment voluntarily disposed of lobster meat.
3-501.13
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of pests is not controlled as evidenced by small flys in the basement and throughout the establishment. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. Establishment is to work with pest control.
6-501.111
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food items were observed stored on the floor in the walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.12
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: Shellstock tags did not have all of the required information. Time and date of last used were lacking.
3-402.12
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (potato slicer, and ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Establishment turned off the ice machine and is using bagged ice until the machine is cleaned.
4-601.11(A)
Outdoor refuse receptacles lack tight-fitting lids
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.
5-501.15
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food items were observed uncovered in the walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Unless during the cooling process, food items should be covered while being stored to prevent contamination.
3-307.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets on all of the kitchen prep units were observed in poor repair. The handle on prep unit two is missing. Food equipment must be maintained in good repari.
4-501.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The prep sink in the basement was observed leaking onto the floor and into a bucket. All liquids must drain into a drain. The plumbing system must be maintained in good repair.
5-403.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The East Bay Oyster Bar and Decadent Catering last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The East Bay Oyster Bar and Decadent Catering on file is from Oct 20, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The East Bay Oyster Bar and Decadent Catering?
Across the inspection record, “required records available” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The East Bay Oyster Bar and Decadent Catering.
How does The East Bay Oyster Bar and Decadent Catering compare to other restaurants in Barrington?
The East Bay Oyster Bar and Decadent Catering most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Barrington average of 84.
Has The East Bay Oyster Bar and Decadent Catering's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The East Bay Oyster Bar and Decadent Catering have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at The East Bay Oyster Bar and Decadent Catering 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.
How often is The East Bay Oyster Bar and Decadent Catering inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The East Bay Oyster Bar and Decadent Catering is inspected around two times per year on average.
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