GARRETT'S POPCORN SHOPS

500 W MADISON ST, CHICAGO, IL 60661 · Restaurant

10 inspections

CanvassNov 22, 2022
0 infractions
CanvassMar 28, 2018
5 infractions
- 9. 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
- 32. 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.
- 35. 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.
- 36. 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.
- 38. 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.
Canvass Re-InspectionAug 29, 2017
0 infractions
CanvassAug 22, 2017
6 infractions
- 12. 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.
- 16. 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).
- 29. 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.
- 36. 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.
- 38. 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.
- 41. 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.
ComplaintJul 26, 2016
3 infractions
- 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
  - TOP AND SIDES OF AREA GREASE TRAP NOT CLEAN.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
- 34. 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.
- 35. 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.
CanvassOct 8, 2014
3 infractions
- 34. 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.
- 35. 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.
- 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
  - MUST PROVIDE THREE STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
CanvassOct 30, 2013
3 infractions
- 32. 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.
- 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
  - CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT.
- 35. 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.
ComplaintSep 14, 2012
2 infractions
- 34. 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.
- 35. 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.
CanvassAug 3, 2011
3 infractions
- 28. * 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.
- 34. 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.
- 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
  - THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET LEAKS, REPAIR THE FAUCET.
Short Form Fire-ComplaintDec 20, 2010
1 infraction
- 38. 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.