SEP 28
2015
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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TASTY BEEF, INC..
EAT. 83/100
3701 W 16TH ST · NORTH LAWNDALE, CHICAGO
Last inspected September 28, 2015 · passed
5 of 6 inspections passed, with 1 critical violation on file.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
6
5 passed · 1 failed
VIOLATIONS
30
includes 1 critical
RECORDS COVER
5 YEARS
since Jun 2010
INSPECTION HISTORY
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
OBSERVED MEAT SLICER IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS LOCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
OBSERVED FLOOR IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING ALONG THE WALLS AND IN EVERY CORNER TO REMOVE DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
OBSERVED TOILET ROOM DOOR THAT LEADS OUT TO THE REAR PREP AREA NEEDS A SELF CLOSING DEVICE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED SLOW DRAINING WHEN TOILET IS FLUSHED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST ON VENTS LOCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
JUL 252014PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
JUL 25
2014
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INTERIOR OF CHEST FREEZER WITH EXCESSIVE ICE BUILD-UP. INSTD TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE ICE.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOOR BEHIND CHEST FREEZERS NEED DETAILED CLEANING, FREE OF DIRT/DEBRIS.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WALL BEHIND EXPOSED HANDSINK NOT CLEAN AND WITH WORN SURFACES. CLEAN AND PAINT SAME.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
LIGHT OUT IN DRY STORAGE ROOM. REPLACE SAME.
MAY 292013PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
MAY 29
2013
PASSED
6 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Bulk food containers not labelled or dated. instructed to label and date all food not in original containers.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Exhaust hood filters, deep fryer cabinets, interior of reach-in coolers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and saniitze daily. Ice build-up inside freezer chest. Instructed to remove ice.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor along wallbase and in basement not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Ceiling tile not maintained in toilet room and rear exit door. Instructed to replace and replace damaged ceiling tile.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Light bulb not shielded in prep area. Instructed to shield bulb or install shatter proof bulb.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Faucet not maintained at 3 compartment. Instructed to repair to prevent leak.
MAY 172013FAILED8 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MAY 17
2013
FAILED
8 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
Outer openings not protected or rodent proofed. Front entry door has 1/4 inch gap across bottom. Instructed to rodent proof door to prevent rodent and insect entry. Also, pest control logbook not provided or maintained. Instructed that licensed pest control must service premises and provide logbook with all required documents. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
No certified food manager on premises when potentially hazarodus foods is being prepared and served-Italian beef 165F. Instructed that a certified food manager must be on premises during all hours of operation and have city of chicago certified food manager certificate posted. Serious citation issued 7-38-012.
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Bulk food containers not labelled or dated. instructed to label and date all food not in original containers.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Exhaust hood filters, deep fryer cabinets, interior of reach-in coolers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and saniitze daily. Ice build-up inside freezer chest. Instructed to remove ice.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor along wallbase and in basement not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Ceiling tile not maintained in toilet room and rear exit door. Instructed to replace and replace damaged ceiling tile.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Light bulb not shielded in prep area. Instructed to shield bulb or install shatter proof bulb.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Water pressure low at exposed handsink in prep area. Instructed to increase adequate water pressure. Faucet not maintained at 3 compartment. Instructed to repair to prevent leak.
AUG 222011PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
AUG 22
2011
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 3- DOOR PREP COOLER,LID IN POOR REPAIR ON CHEST FREEZER.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMP SINK.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPER.
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.MUST CLEAN DEEP FRYERS.
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.MUST REMOVE WATER FROM BASEMENT FLOOR & KEEP DRY.
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.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES & WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR MISSING & STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED,ADJUST FRONT DOOR SWEEP.
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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE VENTILATION IN POOR REPAIR IN TOILET ROOM.
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JUN 32010PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
JUN 3
2010
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
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. MUST REPLACE BROKEN GASKETS ON FRONT AREA PREP REACH IN COOLER DOORS, AND UP RIGHT ONE DOOR REACH IN COOLER AT REAR DISH WASHING AREA.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE COOLERS, FRYERS AND MEAT SLICER.
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. MUST CLEAN FLOORS AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS.
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