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UPPER DECK

3544 N CLARK ST, CHICAGO, IL 60657 · Restaurant

Inspection summary

UPPER DECK has been inspected 3 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since August 25, 2011. The most recent inspection, on August 31, 2011, found no infractions.

1 of 3 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 Handwashing and staff hygiene.

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 August 26, 2011. For example: NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are the main way germs like norovirus move from people to food. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing hands when required, hair restraints, and sick employees being kept away from food. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on August 26, 2011. For example: HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA

  • 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 6 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on August 26, 2011. For example: FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

  • 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 August 26, 2011. For example: SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW

  • 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 August 25, 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.

3 inspections

  1. Canvass Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Canvass Re-Inspection

    7 infractions

    • 10. SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW
      • In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago. OBSERVED WASTE WATER BACKING UP FROM FLOOR DRAIN WHEN FAUCET IS TURNED ON,UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT BAR(SOUTH WEST AREA).
    • 12. HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA
      • OTHER SINK WAS COVERED BY NON-MOBILE LIQUOR STORAGE SHELVINGPROVIDED WITH SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS.
    • 13. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS
      • SMALL FRUIT FLY INFESTATION THROUGHOUT PREMISES. FOUND ON WALLS ON BOTTLES BEHIND BAR ON UNCOVERED ICE. ALSO WE OBSERVED(THE OWNER AND I) LIVE ROACHES BEHIND THE SOFA LOCATED ON SOUTH SIDE OF WALL.ALSO A UNKNOWN WHITE POWER HEAVILY APPLIED BEHIND THE BAR(LOCATED IN AMUSEMENT ROOM)AND AROUND THE OUTSIDE BATTING CAGE WERE IS ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN AND CUSTOMERS.INSTUCTED TO REMOVE AND CLEAN AREA.
    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • NEED TO PROVIDE LIDS FOR ALL ICE BINS, 2ND FLOOR
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • DETAIL CLEAN POP GUN HOLDER BEHIND THE BAR AREA
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • REMOVE EXCESS BEER CAPS AND OTHER ITEMS.ALSO CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES(EXCESS DUST BUILD-UP)INCLUDED PLAY AREA
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • CLEAN LIGHT FIXTURES(DUST BUILD-UP),ALSO SEAL ALL OPENING:CRACKS AND CREVICES THROUGHTOUT BAR AREAS.
  3. Canvass

    9 infractions

    • 10. SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW
      • In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago. SOUTH BAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH NO HOT WATER. NORTH BAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH WASTE WATER GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BACK-UP.
    • 12. HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA
      • Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees. BOTH BAR EXPOSED HAND SINKS NOT ACCESSIBLE OR PROVIDED WITH SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS. ONE SINK BLOCKED BY PEPSI AND BEER COOLER. OTHER SINK WAS COVERED BY NON-MOBILE LIQUOR STORAGE SHELVING.
    • 13. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS
      • All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin/insect infestations. SMALL FRUIT FLY INFESTATION THROUGHOUT PREMISES. FOUND ON WALLS ON BOTTLES BEHIND BAR ON UNCOVERED ICE. APPROXIMATELY OVER 100 FLIES IN BOTH BAR AREAS.
    • 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. MAIN ENTRANCE / EXIT DOOR TO ESTABLISHMENT FROM CLARK STREET NOT RODENT PROOF WITH OPEN 1/2 INCH GAP ON BOTTOM OF DOOR. MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING SEAL.
    • 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. NEED TO PROVIDE LIDS FOR ALL ICE BINS, 2ND FLOOR.
    • 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. DETAIL CLEAN POP GUN HOLDER BEHIND THE BAR AREA.REMOVE EXCESS BEER CAPS,STRAWS,WATER FROM INSIIDE THE CHEST BEER COOLER BEHIND THE BAR 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. REMOVE STAGNATE DIRTY WATER UNDER BAR AREA. REMOVE EXCESS BEER CAPS AND OTHER ITEMS.ALSO CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES(EXCESS DUST BUILD-UP)INCLUDED PLAY AREA.
    • 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. CLEAN LIGHT FIXTURES(DUST BUILD-UP),ALSO SEAL ALL OPENING:CRACKS AND CREVICES THROUGHTOUT BAR AREAS.
    • 70. NO SMOKING REGULATIONS
      • Smoking shall be prohibited in all public places except in designated smoking areas. OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF SMOKING INSIDE PREMISES. THREE CIGARETTE BUTTS AT SOUTH BAR, IN DINING AREA AND AT LOUNGE SEATING. NO "NO SMOKING" SIGNS POSTED AT ENTRANCE/EXIT TO ESTABLISHMENT.

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