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Dinotto Ristorante

215 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60610 · Old Town · Restaurant · High risk
EAT
78/100

Passed most recently but 2 prior failures on record

Inspections
8
6 passed
Last Inspected
2014-02-07
Pass Rate
75%
2 failures
Score
78/100
EAT
4 consecutive passes, most recently 2014-02-07
Failed 2 inspections (2011, 2010)
Pest Activity issues found across 6 inspections
Issues were corrected on re-inspection
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Sanitation minor 14×
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Pest Activity critical
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Facility Condition minor
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Food Storage & Handling minor
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Plumbing & Waste minor
2014-02-07 Pass Canvass
1
minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER DOORS.

2013-04-01 Pass Canvass
1
minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

DAMAGED RUBBER GASKETS AT PREP COOLER DOORS, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.

2012-04-12 Pass Canvass
4
minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

ALL CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES MUST BE REPLACED. EVIDENCE OF ERROSION AT THE BASE OF GREASE TRAP (RIGHT SIDE)-MUST REPLACE. All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall b...

minor Sanitation

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

DUSTY COMPRESSORS & FAN GUARDS OF ALL COOLERS MUST BE KEPT CLEAN. BASEBOARD TILES BY THE COOLER TO THE NORTH WALL OF KITCHEN MUST BE FIXED (MISSING GROUTING). MILDEW ON SPLASHGUARD CAULKING AT 3-COMP SINK MUST BE REPLACED. The walls and ceilings ...

minor Food Storage & Handling

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS

SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON DOOR OF THE FIRST BATHROOM IS NOT WOTKING-MUST REPLACE. Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.

minor Sanitation

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

ANY UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN CABINETS AT COFFEE STATION OR ON STORAGE SHELVES (EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS) MUST BE REMOVED & STORED PROPERLY. All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the est...

2011-04-28 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection
2
minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE PATIO BAR AREA.

minor Sanitation

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL ALL WALL OPENINGS BEHIND THE BAR AROUND THE COOLERS AND DOORWAY, AND BEHIND THE SEATING BOOTHS. REPLACE ANY PEELING VINYL BASEBOARD IN THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.

2011-04-21 Fail Canvass
CRITICAL 3
critical Pest Activity

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

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. OBSE...

minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE PREP AREA AND PATIO BAR AREA.

minor Sanitation

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL ALL WALL OPENINGS IN THE PREP AREA ESPECIALLY AROUND THE DISHWASH AREA, BEHIND THE BAR AROUND THE COOLERS AND DOORWAY, AND BEHIND THE SEATING BOOTHS. REPLACE ANY PEELING VINYL ...

2010-07-07 Pass Complaint Re-Inspection
CRITICAL 4
critical Pest Activity

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

SEAL OPENINGS BEHIND DINING ROOM BAR TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.

minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. BETTER MAINTAIN REFRIGERATOR GASKETS AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY.

minor Plumbing & Waste

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

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...

critical Pest Activity

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

BETTER ORGANIZE CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREA ADJACENT TO KITCHEN, BEHIND HOT WATER HEATER AND BEHIND PATIO AND DINING ROOM BARS. MUST STORE ALL ITEMS OFF FLOOR 6 INCHES TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE.

2010-06-24 Fail Short Form Complaint
CRITICAL 6
critical Pest Activity

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

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. FO...

minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

SEE REPORT FROM 4-6-2010 FOR DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION.

critical Pest Activity

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. SEAL OPENINGS BEHIND DINING ROOM BAR TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.

minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

SEE REPORT FROM 4-6-2010 FOR DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION.

minor Facility Condition

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

SEE REPORT FROM 4-6-2010 FOR DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION.

critical Pest Activity

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

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. BETTER ORGANIZE CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREA ADJA...

2010-04-06 Pass Canvass
3
minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. Prep reach in coolers rubber door gaskets ripped. Must repair/replace damaged door gaskets.

minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. Observed accumilated food/dirt build up inside prep area floor drain. Must clean and maintain interior of all unclean floor drains.

minor Facility Condition

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. Ceiling light cover in poor repair above dishmachine. Must replace light cover.

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