THE BRISTOL.
2152 N DAMEN AVE · LOGAN SQUARE, CHICAGO
Failed 4 of 14 inspections. 12 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTION HISTORY
OCT 142021PASS W/ CONDITIONS3 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012.
NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP PROCEDURE ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE A VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP PROCEDURE WITH ALL NECESSARY ITEMS AS OUTLINED IN POLICY ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
OBSERVED SLIGHT CALCIUM BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
MAR 212019PASS W/ CONDITIONS14 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
Violation Codes: 2-102.14(N) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION- NO CITATION ISSUED
Violation Codes: 2-501.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION- NO CITATION ISSUED
Violation Codes: 3-501.17 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED INCOMPLETE DATE MARKINGS FOR TCS READY TO EAT FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE USE BY DATES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
Violation Codes: 3-603.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON MENU OF THE RISK OF CONSUMING RAW AND UNDER COOKED FOODS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX"1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT AND REAR DOORS.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING
Violation Codes: 3-304.12 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DIPPING WELL FOR GELATO.MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN
Violation Codes: 4-903.11 (A;B;D) Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES AND PREP TABLES THROUGHOUT PREMISES
Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 1ST FL. WALK IN COOLER
Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WHEEL BASES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,FRYER CABINET,EXTERIOR OF DISH MACHINE IN 1ST FL. BAR AREA,BASEMENT WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS.
Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WHEEL BASES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,FRYER CABINET,EXTERIOR OF DISH MACHINE IN 1ST FL. BAR AREA,BASEMENT WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD
Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN CONCRETE FLOOR IN BASEMENT AND BROKEN FLOOR TILE IN BASEMENT WALK IN COOLER.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN PREP ,DISH WASHING AND BAR AREAS.
Violation Codes: 6-201.11 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM UPPER WALLS AND VENTS THROUGHOUT.
Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE POSTED FOR FOOD MANAGER. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
MAR 142019FAILED15 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION- NO CITATION ISSUED)
OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION- NO CITATION ISSUED)
OBSERVED INCOMPLETE DATE MARKINGS FOR TCS READY TO EAT FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE USE BY DATES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON MENU OF THE RISK OF CONSUMING RAW AND UNDER COOKED FOODS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK ON SITE TO VIEW WITH REQUIRED DOCUMENTS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C)
OBSERVED AN APPX"1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT AND REAR DOORS.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.
OBSERVED NO DIPPING WELL FOR GELATO.MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES AND PREP TABLES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 1ST FL. WALK IN COOLER.
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WHEEL BASES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,FRYER CABINET,EXTERIOR OF DISH MACHINE IN 1ST FL. BAR AREA,BASEMENT WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS.
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOORS THROUGHOUT (BAR,PREP,BASEMENT).
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN CONCRETE FLOOR IN BASEMENT AND BROKEN FLOOR TILE IN BASEMENT WALK IN COOLER.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN PREP ,DISH WASHING AND BAR AREAS.
MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM UPPER WALLS AND VENTS THROUGHOUT.
IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE POSTED FOR FOOD MANAGER. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
JAN 112017PASSED1 violationDETAILS
OBSERVED RUSTY STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER LOCATED IN BASEMENT. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE. OBSERVED PREP COOLER DOORS RUBBER GASKET RIPPED IN POOR REPAIR ALONG COOKLINE. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR RUBBER GASKET.
JAN 42017FAILED5 violationsDETAILS
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 08/23/16 REPORT# 1950992 32 Found several freezers in basement in disrepair (broken gaskets, broken lids, etc). Instructed to repair and maintain all equipment. 35 Found peeling paint in kitchen, over cooking line. Instructed to repair and maintain. 41 Found several coolers in disrepair in basement (not being used). Instructed to remove unused equipment to prevent pest harborage. Serious violation 7-42-090.
OBSERVED RUSTY STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER LOCATED IN BASEMENT. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE. OBSERVED PREP COOLER DOORS RUBBER GASKET RIPPED IN POOR REPAIR ALONG COOKLINE. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR RUBBER GASKET.
OBSERVED DIRT INSIDE PANELS OF ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN BASEMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA PREPING FOOD WITHOUT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT AT ALL TIMES FOOD IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED.
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AUG 232016PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
Found several freezers in basement in disrepair (broken gaskets, broken lids, etc). Instructed to repair and maintain all equipment.
Found peeling paint in kitchen, over cooking line. Instructed to repair and maintain.
Must install backflow prevention device on utility sink in kitchen. Found prep tables and bread for making bread crumbs in basement area. Must install hand washing sink or remove all prep tables, prep equipment and/or foods being prepped from basement area.
Found several coolers in disrepair in basement (not being used). Instructed to remove unused equipment to prevent pest harborage.
AUG 212015PASSED1 violationDETAILS
FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO LOGS, RECORDS ON SITE AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
AUG 112015FAILED6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30 LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON WALLS AND GARBAGE CONTAINER AT FRONT BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE PEST PROBLEM. SERIOUS VIOLATION. 7-38-020. OBSERVED REAR RECEIVING DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED. DOOR HAS APPROXIMATELY 1/4 INCH OPENING ON BOTTOM DOOR. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
MUST PROVIDE ICE BIN LID AT THE 2ND FLOOR BAR AREA. OBSERVED BOKEN LID AT THE VEGETABLE CHEST FREEZER IN BASEMENT. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR PANELS OF ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE DIRT.
OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH DISHMACHINE IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA PREPARING FOOD WITHOUT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES FOOD IS PREPARED AND SERVED.
FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO LOGS, RECORDS ON SITE AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
AUG 132014PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
FOUND TORN GASKETS ON FIRST FLOOR BAR COOLER DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
FOUND DIRT ACCUMULATION IN CORNERS OF FLOORS BEHIND THE FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR BARS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
FOUND DIRT BUILDUP ON DISHMACHINE EXHAUST HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
OCT 162013PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CAN OPENER BLADE AT PREP TABLE IN BASEMENT.
CLEAN FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER WHERE BEER AND WINE LOCATED. CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN UNDER DISHMACHINE.
CLEAN LOWER WALL BEHIND/UNDER DISHMACHINE. REMOVE DUST FROM VENTILATION FAN ON CEILING OF MENS WASHROOM ON FIRST FLOOR.
AUG 212012PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
MUST CLEAN FLOOR SECOND FLOOR LIQUOR STORAGE AREA, RESURFACE BROKEN BRICK BASEMENT FLOOR, SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE, AND ADJUST THRESHOLD REAR DOOR AREA
MUST PROVIDE INTERIOR THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS
SEP 152011PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
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SEP 62011FAILED7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
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.OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 LIVE FRUIT FLIES INSIDE THE 1ST,2ND FLOOR BAR AREAS OF THE RESTAURANT.FOUND REAR DOOR TO KITCHEN WHILE FOODS ARE BEING HANDLED DURING THIS INSPECTION.MANAGEMENT CLOSED DOOR AT THIS TIME.MUST ELIMINATE OR MINIMIZE THE PEST ACTIVITY.PEST CONTROL SERVICE NOW RECCOMENDED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance.FOUND REAR GARBAGE AREAS NOT MAINTAINED THAT IS OVERFLOWING TRASH DUMPSTERS,EXCESSIVE GREASE ON LID OF GREASE DUMPSTER SOURCE OF FEED FOR RODENTS,CLUTTERED CONDITIONS SAME AREA.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN SAID AREAS,NOTIFY DISPOSAL CO FOR SERVICE,REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served.NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WAS PRESENT WITH THEIR CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (CHICKEN AND ) WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority.PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION REPORT NUMBER 276993 6/29/10--32 All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST WRAP OR IN-CASE HUGE SEWER PIPE LINES THAT RUN THROUGH STORAGE AREAS IN BASEMENT.PROVIDE LID FOR ICE BIN ON 2ND FL.BAR. 09/29/2010 34 The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN STAIR WELLS UNDER STAIRCASE WITH LOTS OF DEBRIS IN BASEMENT. 09/29/2010 41 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. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER ON TOP OF ICE-MACHINE. 09/29/2010 42 All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. OBSERVED FOOD SERVICE EMPLOYEES HANDLING FOOD IN KITCHEN WITH OUT HAIR RESTRAINT,INSTRUCTED MUST RESTRAINED HAIR WHEN FOODS ARE HANDLED 09/29/2010 --MUST CORRECT.
Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.CLEAN MULTI USE DISHWARE IN KITCHEN MUST BE PROPERLY STORED AND INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.FOUND EXPOSED BRICK WALL BEHIND 1ST FLOOR BAR AREA NOT SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE MUST REPAIR.
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.ELECTRIC OVEN IN KITCHEN MUST BE UNDER VENTILATION, WHEN THE EQUIPMENT IS MORE THAN 7.5 KILOWATTS,REPAIR WATER LEAKING AT PIPE BENEATH EXPOSED HANDSINK 1ST FLOOR BAR.
JUN 292010PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST WRAP OR IN-CASE HUGE SEWER PIPE LINES THAT RUN THROUGH STORAGE AREAS IN BASEMENT.PROVIDE LID FOR ICE BIN ON 2ND FL.BAR.
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN STAIR WELLS UNDER STAIRCASE WITH LOTS OF DEBRIS IN BASEMENT.
Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MUST REPLACE AND OR REPAIR MISSING LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE PREP TABLE IN KITCHEN.
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. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER ON TOP OF ICE-MACHINE.
All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. OBSERVED FOOD SERVICE EMPLOYEES HANDLING FOOD IN KITCHEN WITH OUT HAIR RESTRAINT,INSTRUCTED MUST RESTRAINED HAIR WHEN FOODS ARE HANDLED
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