MAR 28
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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GARRETT'S POPCORN SHOPS.
YOUR CALL. 64/100
500 W MADISON ST · WEST LOOP, CHICAGO
Last inspected March 28, 2018 · passed with conditions
6 of 9 inspections passed, 1 failed, 2 passed with conditions. 2 critical violations across the record.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
9
6 passed · 2 w/ conditions · 1 failed
VIOLATIONS
26
includes 2 critical
RECORDS COVER
7 YEARS
since Dec 2010
INSPECTION HISTORY
WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE
Observed no hot water throughout facility. Noted water at all sinks at 65-80 degrees f. Instructed manager to restore hot water. Violation was corrected during inspection. Temperature of water was 112F. Critical violation 7-38-030
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Observed black and yellow mold like substance embedded in caulk line of 3 compartment sink. Instructed manager to remove, re caulk and maintain at all times.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Observed missing light shield covers at left light fixture above 3 comp sink and on left side light fixture above cash register at front counter. Also observed missing light shield cover in rear holding room. Instructed manager to provide and maintain at all times. Observed paper towel dispenser unit laying on shelving racks above exposed hand sink in rear. Instructed manager to repair and to maintain at all times.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Observed 2 sets of burned-out lights above rear prep area directly above three comps sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Observed low water pressure at exposed hand sink in rear next to 3 compartment sink. Instructed manager to increase water pressure. Maintain at all times.
AUG 222017FAILED6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 22
2017
FAILED
6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA
Observed spray bottle inside basin of hand sink, and several large items (garbage can, etc.) or pieces of equipment stored in front of hand sink in rear prep area. Hand sink must be easily accessible at all times. Hand sink may only be used for washing hands. Instructed must not store any items inside hand sinks. Operator removed spray bottle and rearranged items to provide access to hand sink during inspection. Critical violation 7-38-030.
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
Observed liquid dripping from air conditioning unit onto clean food contact surfaces (bowls, pans, utensils, etc.). Contaminated water is also dripping onto drying racks, and into 3 compartment sink below. Instructed must clean and sanitize all utensils and relocate clean utensils to prevent future contamination. Must provide barrier or protection for 3 compartment sink to prevent contamination from liquid dripping from air condition unit above. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
Observed previously issued minor violations not corrected from report #1947163, dated 7/26/16. Must correct the following previous minor violations: #33 TOP AND SIDES OF AREA GREASE TRAP NOT CLEAN.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN. #34 FLOORS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS AROUND GREASE TRAP AT 3-COMP SINK.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN. #35 OBSERVED UPPER AND LOWER WALLS AND WALLS AROUND GREASE TRAP.MUST CLEA/MAINTAIN. NOT CLEAN IN POPCORN PREP AREA OF DEBRIS.CEILING TILES IN FRONT AREA AND BACK PREP AREA ARE NOT CLEAN,SOILED.MUST CLEAN OR REPLACE. Serious violation # 7-42-090.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Observed lights not working or missing in the ventilation hood. Must repair and maintain same.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Observed ventilation hood not working. Must repair and maintain same. Observed slow draining 3 compartment sink (all basins). Must repair and maintain same.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Observed back prep area very cluttered, hard to walk around to access all equipment. Must organize to provide proper access to all sinks and equipment. Must maintain same.
JUL 262016PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
JUL 26
2016
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
TOP AND SIDES OF AREA GREASE TRAP NOT CLEAN.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOORS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS AROUND GREASE TRAP AT 3-COMP SINK.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
OBSERVED UPPER AND LOWER WALLS AND WALLS AROUND GREASE TRAP.MUST CLEA/MAINTAIN. NOT CLEAN IN POPCORN PREP AREA OF DEBRIS.CEILING TILES IN FRONT AREA AND BACK PREP AREA ARE NOT CLEAN,SOILED.MUST CLEAN OR REPLACE.
OCT 82014PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
OCT 8
2014
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOORS UNDER BASEMENT STORAGE SHELVING WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALL ITEMS MUST BE STORED ELEVATED FROM THE BASEMENT FLOOR 6" OR ABOVE.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
MUST PROVIDE A VENT COVER FOR THE VENT INSIDE THE HOOD.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
MUST PROVIDE THREE STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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OCT 302013PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
OCT 30
2013
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
REPAIR LOOSE RUBBER GASKET AT REFRIGERATOR DOOR TO AVOID ESCAPING AIR. UNIT IS AT PROPER TEMPERATURE AT THIS TIME.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
SOME CEILING TILES ARE STAINED IN COLOR DUE TO HEAT FROM POPCORN COOKERS; CLEAN OR REPLACE. WIPE DOWN WALLS IN PREP AREA WHERE NEEDED.
SEP 142012PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
SEP 14
2012
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER THE 3COMP SINK AND UNDER THE POPCORN POPPING MACHINES TO REMOVE GRIME.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE BOTTOM PORTION OF WALL UNDER 3COPM SINK AND BEHIND THE POPCORN POPPING MACHINES IN THE REAR TO REMOVE GRIME. MUST ALSO REPLACE OR REPAINT DARK STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
AUG 32011PASS W/ CONDITIONS3 violationsDETAILS
AUG 3
2011
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violationsDETAILS
* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS
One copy of the Food Inspection Report Summary must be displayed and visible to all customers. NO SUMMARY DISPLAYED IN BUSINESS. NEW SUMMARY PUT IN PUBLIC VIEW AT THIS TIME.
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. THE FLOORS ARE DIRTY IN THE CORNERS, CLEAN THE FLOORS IN DETAIL.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET LEAKS, REPAIR THE FAUCET.
DEC 202010PASSED1 violationDETAILS
DEC 20
2010
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
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 and Regulations of the Board of Health. OBSERVED A LOW SUCTION AT EXHAUST HOOD OF THE POPPER, MUST ADDRESS.
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