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LP EXPRESS

5211 W DIVERSEY AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60639 · Restaurant

Inspection summary

LP EXPRESS has been inspected 6 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since March 12, 2010. The most recent inspection, on June 19, 2013, found no infractions.

1 of 6 inspections on record found no infractions at all. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.

    Recorded 4 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on June 13, 2012. For example: FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be built from cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked shelf, a worn gasket or utensils stored the wrong way. They are generally lower risk but show how well the kitchen is maintained.

    Recorded 15 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on July 2, 2012. For example: FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 5 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on July 2, 2012. For example: FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded once on March 8, 2011. For example: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

About this data

These results come from Chicago Department of Public Health, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

6 inspections

  1. Canvass

    0 infractions

  2. Canvass Re-Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • VIOLATION STILL PENDING, SEE REPORT #1277220
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • VIOLATION STILL PENDING, SEE REPORT #1277220
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • VIOLATION STILL PENDING, SEE REPORT #1277220
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • VIOLATION STILL PENDING, SEE REPORT #1277220
  3. Canvass

    6 infractions

    • 2. FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
      • Facilities not maintaining proper temperature. Found front prep cooler at 59.9 F while storing potentially hazardous foods. Instructed that all coolers must maintain 40 F or below. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(A). "Held for Inspection" tag placed on cooler.
    • 3. POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
      • Potentially hazardous foods does not meet temperature requirement during storage, preparation, display and service. Found Guacamole-3 lbs at 50.8 F, Sour Cream-5lbs at 46.1 F and beef 10 lbs at 49.1 F in cooler stated above. Instructed that potentially hazardous food must maintain 40 F or below. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(A). Value $100, 18 lbs. Manager voluntarily denatured and discarded.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • Rear exhaust hood, sinks, storage racks and cutting boards not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • Floor behind equipment and along wallbase not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • Wall above utility sink not maintained. Instructed to replace broken or missing tile.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • Faucet not maintained at three compartment sink. Instructed to replace or repair faucet.
  4. Complaint Re-Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • NOTED WALL NEXT TO GRILL NOT CLEAN AND IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAIR (FRONT FOOD PREP AREA).
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VENTILATION INSIDE WASHROOM.
  5. Complaint

    6 infractions

    • 29. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
      • 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 NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #176644, DATED 03-12-2011. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 #32 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, AND RE CAULK AROUND EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR AND AROUND HAND SINK IN WASHROOM.---- MUST CLEAN, REPAINT OR REPLACE RUSTY METAL RACKS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. #33 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, STORAGE RACKS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, AND HAND SINK CABINET UNDER HAND SINK IN WASHROOM. #34 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREP AND REAR AREA. NOTED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION. #35 NOTED CEILING AROUND HOOD (FRONT KITCHEN) IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO FIX.----MUST REPLACE HEAVY WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE REAR AREA.----MUST REPAIR LOOSE FAUCET NECK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. #41 INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLE STORED ON TOP OF WALK-IN COOLER TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE.----MUST REMOVE WOOD AND PLASTIC CRATES IN REAR OUTSIDE AREA.
    • 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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR BROKEN/MISSING FLOOR TILES AROUND GREASE BOX UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR.
    • 35. 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. NOTED WALLS NEXT TO GRILL NOT CLEAN AND IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAIR (FRONT FOOD PREP AREA).------MUST CLEAN CONDENSER FAN/CEILING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
    • 36. 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. LIGHTS MUST BE SHIELDED ABOVE FRONT AND IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA.
    • 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. NOTED NO VENTILATION INSIDE WASHROOM AND WINDOW CLOSED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER VENTILATION.-------MUST PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR.
    • 40. REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
      • All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS AND FREEZER.
  6. Canvass

    7 infractions

    • 3. POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
      • All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE IN WALK-IN COOLER. NOTED REFRIED BEANS AT 73.2F AND COOKED RICE AT 51.2F WHICH WAS PREVIOUSLY COOKED 1 DAY BEFORE, SOUR CREAM AT 45.8F, RAW BEEF AT 51.9F. WALK-IN COOLER AIR TEMPERATURE WAS 38.4F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW AND HOT HOLDING TEMP OF 140F OR ABOVE. MANAGEMENT DISCARDED THE SAID PRODUCTS. TOTAL WEIGHT 200LBS. TOTAL AMOUNT $600.00. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 (A)
    • 32. 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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, AND RE CAULK AROUND EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR AND AROUND HAND SINK IN WASHROOM.---- MUST CLEAN, REPAINT OR REPLACE RUSTY METAL RACKS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
    • 33. 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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, STORAGE RACKS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER,AND HAND SINK CABINET UNDER HAND SINK IN WASHROOM.
    • 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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREP AND REAR AREA. NOTED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION.
    • 35. 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. NOTED CEILING AROUND HOOD (FRONT KITCHEN) IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO FIX. ----MUST REPLACE HEAVY WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE REAR AREA.----- INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENT COVER WITH HEAVY GREASE AND DUST BUILD-UP ABOVE REAR DINING AREA.----- MUST REPLACE MISSING CEILING VENT COVER ABOVE DINING AREA. ----MUST REPAIR LOOSE FAUCET NECK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
    • 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. NOTED UNVENTED 1 BURNER STOVE IN REAR COOKING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VENTILATION/HOOD OR REMOVE THE SAID STOVE.----MUST REPAIR LEAKY PIPE BEHIND 1 BURNER STOVE CONNECTED TO (COLD) FAUCET LINE AT MOP SINK.
    • 41. 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. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLE STORED ON TOP OF WALK-IN COOLER TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE. ----MUST REMOVE WOOD AND PLASTIC CRATES IN REAR OUTSIDE AREA.

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