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TOP GROCERY #2

6848 S ASHLAND AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60636 · Grocery Store

Inspection summary

TOP GROCERY #2 has been inspected 4 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since February 23, 2011. The most recent inspection, on November 5, 2015, found no infractions.

2 of 4 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.

The last 2 inspections in a row found no infractions. 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on March 22, 2011. 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 8 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on March 22, 2011. For example: WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

  • 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 4 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on March 22, 2011. 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 February 23, 2011. For example: NO SMOKING REGULATIONS

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.

4 inspections

  1. Canvass

    0 infractions

  2. License Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. License Re-Inspection

    6 infractions

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN BASEMENT AND REAR STORAGE AREA UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS (STANDING WATER, ASHES, DEBRIS).
    • 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. WALL NEED REPAIR INSIDE VANITY CABINET (MOLD/MILDEW). SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINK IN WASHROOM.
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • REPAIR SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON WASHROOM DOOR.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • REPLACE MISSING DRAIN COVER INSIDE UTILITY SINK. ROD DRAINLINES IN BASEMENT.
    • 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. PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
    • 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. REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN BASEMENT AND REAR STORAGE AREA.
  4. License

    9 infractions

    • 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. REMOVE SOILED CARDBOARD ON CHIP RACKS. REMOVE CIGARETTE BURN MARKS ON SHELVES BEHIND FRONT COUNTER. REMOVE MILK CRATES OFF FLOOR AND PROVIDE SHELVING OR PALLETS FOR STORAGE.
    • 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. CLEAN ALL SHELVES BEHIND FRONT COUNTER (ASHES,DUST,DEBRIS), DISPLAY SHELVES IN SALES AREA, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SINKS IN REAR
    • 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. REPLACE MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES BEHIND FRONT COUNTER AND IN SALES AREAS. FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN BASEMENT AND REAR STORAGE AREA UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS (CIGARETTE BUTTS, ASHES, DEBRIS).
    • 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. WALLS NEED REPAIR BEHIND FRONT COUNTER. SEAL ALL HOLES ALONG SOUTH WALL AND SEAL LOOSE BASEBOARDS. SEAL OPENINGS ALONG NORTH WALL BEHIND COOLERS AND AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINK IN WASHROOM AND BEHIND FAUCET OF UTILITY SINK. CEILING NEED REPAIR IN REAR SALES AREA (WATER DAMAGE). REPAIR ALL CEILING LEAKS. REPAIR WALL INSIDE VANITY CABINET IN WASHROOM (MOLD, MILDEW). WALLS NEED CLEANING AND PAINTING IN ALL AREAS. REPAIR RIGHT SIDE OF BASEMENT DOOR.
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • REPAIR SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON WASHROOM DOOR.
    • 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. REPLACE TANK COVER AND REPAIR HANDLE ON TOILET. REPAIR EXPOSED SINK IN REAR (NO RUNNING WATER). REPLACE MISSING DRAIN COVER INSIDE UILITY SINK.
    • 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. PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
    • 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. REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN BASEMENT AND REAR STORAGE AREA.
    • 70. NO SMOKING REGULATIONS
      • Smoking shall be prohibited in all public places except in designated smoking areas. OBSERVED TWO EMPLOYEES SMOKING BEHIND FRONT COUNTER AND IN SALES AREA AND USED ASHTRAY WITH CIGARETTE BUTTS AND ASHES ON SHELF BEHIND FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ASHTRAY. ALL ASHTRAYS SHALL BE REMOVED FROM ANY AREA WHERE SMOKING IS PROHIBITED BY THIS CHAPTER BY THE OWNER, OPERATOR, MANAGER, OR OTHER PERSON HAVING CONTROL OF AREA. SMOKING VIOLATION 7-32-020C CITATION ISSUED H70446 COURT DATE 4-7-11 AT 10 AM ROOM 107 400 W SUPERIOR, CHICAGO, IL 60610

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