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NICKEL LIQUOR & MINI MART INC

3637 W DIVISION ST, CHICAGO, IL 60651 · Grocery Store

Inspection summary

NICKEL LIQUOR & MINI MART INC has been inspected 5 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since September 17, 2010. The most recent inspection, on October 22, 2015, found no infractions.

1 of 5 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: Pests and 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.

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on July 11, 2012. For example: NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

  • 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 once on September 17, 2010. For example: REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

  • 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 10 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on July 24, 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 6 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on July 24, 2012. For example: FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

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.

5 inspections

  1. Canvass

    0 infractions

  2. Canvass Re-Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST & DIRT BUILD UP ON FAN GUARDS IN WALK IN BEER COOLER,ALL DISPLAY SHELVES,CHIP RACKS,INTERIOR BASIN OF 2- COMP SINK,ICE CREAM FREEZER.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FLOOR UNDER SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLER, SALES FLOOR, SERVICE COUNTER.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES,WALL TILES IN TOILET ROOM .MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM WALLS IN BEER WALK IN COOLER,TOILET ROOM,& THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES & WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS
  3. Canvass

    7 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 30 MOUSE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR IN REAR LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM,UNDER CHIP DISPLAY SHELVING UNITS.ALSO MORE THAN 15 LIVE DRAIN FLIES IN MOP BUCKET UNDER 2- COMPARTMENT SINK,ALSO 2 LIVE BIRDS IN EXHAUST VENT IN REAR LIQUOR AREA.BOTH FRONT DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING ALONG ALL SIDES.NO COPY OF PEST CONTROL LICENSE IN LOG BOOK.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS & LIVE BIRDS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS,RODENT PROOF DOORS & EXHAUST VENT.PROVIDE A COPY OF PEST CONTROL LICENSE ON OR AFTER 7/11/12.(SERIOUS 7-38-020).
    • 19. OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
      • OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA GROUNDS NOT MAINTAINED.OBSERVED TRASH & DEBRI,DRYWALL,NIGHT STAND,TIRES,ETC.& TALL WEEDS ALONG EXTERIOR REAR OF BUILDING.MUST REMOVE TRASH,DEBRI, & OTHER ARTICLES,TALL WEEDS AND MAINTAIN AREA.(SERIOUS 7-38-020).
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • MUST CLEAN DUST & DIRT BUILD UP ON FAN GUARDS IN WALK IN BEER COOLER,ALL DISPLAY SHELVES,CHIP RACKS,INTERIOR BASIN OF 2- COMP SINK,ICE CREAM FREEZER.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • MUST CLEAN FLOOR UNDER ALL PALLETS,SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLER,REAR LIQUOR STORAGE AREA & SALES FLOOR.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM WALLS IN BEER WALK IN COOLER,TOILET ROOM,& THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES & WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST PROVIDE VENTILATION IN TOILET ROOM.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • MUST ELEVATE & ORGANIZE CLUTTER IN REAR LIQUOR AREA,SERVICE COUNTER.
  4. Canvass Re-Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • VIOLATION STILL PENDING
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • VIOLATION STILL PENDING
  5. Canvass

    8 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • 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 40 MICE DROPPINGS REAR STORAGE AREA, BY 2 COMPARMENT SINK, INSTRCUTED TO CLEAN AREA AND CLOSE ALL OUTERINGS, FRONT AND REAR SIDE DOORS NOT RODENT PROOF, APPROX. 1/2 GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOORS, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED
    • 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. MUST CLEAN ALL STORAGE SHELVES DOWN GROCERY AISLES AND INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS
    • 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. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISES, UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT, ELEVATE STOCK 6 INCHES FROM WALLS AND FLOORS
    • 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. MUST REPAIR ALL HOLES IN WALL AND REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE THROUGHOUT PREMISES
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • MUST REPAIR SELF-CLOSING DEVICE AT REAR BATHROOM DOOR, AND ALSO STORE EMPLOYEES BELONGINGS ONE DESIGNATED 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. MUST REPLACE CRACKED HAND SINK IN BATHROOM
    • 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. MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER INSIDE ICE CREAM FREEZER
    • 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. MUST REMOVE ALL WEEDS FROM BACK OUTSIDE AREA, CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN AREA

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