Chicago Department of Public Health reports Out of Business for IDEAL BAKERY on .
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Latest inspection
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Out of Business
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2616032
Location recorded for this inspection · IDEAL BAKERY · 4763-4765 N MILWAUKEE AVE
The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.
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Inspection history
Chicago publishes inspection reports dating back to 2010. The city changed its procedures on July 1, 2018.
ComplaintFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Complaint
Recorded citations
9
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2159940
Location recorded for this inspection · IDEAL BAKERY · 4763 N MILWAUKEE AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
16
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: Observed open bakery cookies and pastries being stored on top of display case in the display/service area; making it accessible to customer contamination. Facility voluntarily corrected during inspection by covering the pastries with a plastic wrap. Instructed facility to provide sneeze guard or other protective covering for foods to prevent public contamination. Serious violation# 7-38-005(a)
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NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: Found over 40 live small flies in different area of premises. (15 in pastry prep area, 10 in baking area and 10 in basement food storage area) also found over 80 mice droppings in prep/baking area along the walls and over 50 mice droppings in basement storage area. Instructed to remove, clean and sanitized the affected areas. Recommend to call licensed pest control for service. Instructed to remove dead water bugs in basement. Serious Violation 7-38-020
33
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Observed excess buildup of debris inside and on the following equipment: fryers, all coolers throughout, baking equipment throughout, cooling racks throughout, cabinets in the pastry prep area, interior of three compartment sinks in baking and cooking area, 2nd floor vent covers, 2nd floor hood vent, shelving throughout. Must remove debris, clean, sanitize, and maintain.
34
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Observed excess debris on floors under equipment, along the walls, and in the crevices and corners throughout premise. Must remove debris, clean, sanitize, and maintain.
35
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Observed peeling and bubbling paint on ceiling in the oven baking area. Must remove peeling paint to make ceiling a smooth, easily cleanable surface.
36
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Observed no shatterproof bulbs or light shield in the basement food storage area. Instructed to provide.
38
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Instructed to provide working drain stoppers for (2) 3 compartment sink in rear prep and in 2nd floor prep/cooking area.
41
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: Observed excess clutter and debris in the following areas: in 1st level storage closet, throughout basement, next to ovens in 1st level baking area, on top of ovens and proffer in 1st level baking area, on shelves in front pastry making area on 1st level. Must remove excess clutter and debris, clean area, organize, and maintain.
45
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET - Comments: Observed no proof of food handler certificates. Instructed to provide.
Complaint Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Complaint Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1995272
Location recorded for this inspection · IDEAL BAKERY · 4763 N MILWAUKEE AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
32
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FOOD PRODUCTS (BAGS OF FLOUR) UNDERNEATH SEWER LINE IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
35
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: NOTED AN OPENING OR GAP ON CEILING ABOVE 2ND FLOOR PREP/COOKING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/SEAL
38
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE OR VACUUM BREAKER AT MOP SINK FAUCET IN BASEMENT.
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PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: CLEANING EQUIPMENT (MOPS AND BROOMS) MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR.
ComplaintFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Complaint
Recorded citations
7
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1989876
Location recorded for this inspection · IDEAL BAKERY · 4763 N MILWAUKEE AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
18
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FOUND OVER 50 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALLS, UNDER AND AROUND FLOUR PALLETS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT LICENSED PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
30
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE PRE-PACKAGED PREPARED FOODS INSIDE REACH-IN FREEZER IN 2ND FLOOR PREP/COOKING AREA.
33
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF REACH-IN COOLER WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS, INTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL STORAGE AND COUNTER CABINETS IN 2ND FLOOR PREP/COOKING AREA AND IN REAR PREP AREA, INTERIOR SURFACES OF HAND SINK CABINETS WITH CLUTTER INSIDE WASHROOMS.
34
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND STOVE WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD ACCUMULATION IN 2ND FLOOR PREP/COOKING AREA.
35
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: NOTED AN OPENING OR GAP ON CEILING ABOVE 2ND FLOOR PREP/COOKING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/SEAL.
38
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE OR VACUUM BREAKER AT MOP SINK FAUCET IN BASEMENT.
41
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: CLEANING EQUIPMENT (MOPS AND BROOMS) MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR.
Complaint Re-InspectionPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Complaint Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1960523
Location recorded for this inspection · IDEAL BAKERY · 4763 N MILWAUKEE AVE
The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
14
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS SERIOUS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT DATED 9-6-16. INSPECTION # 1953782. OBSERVED ABOUT 30 MICE DROPPINGS UNDER SHELVING UNITS AT 1ST FLOOR PREPARATION AREAS. ALSO, OBSERVED 2 LIVE ROACHES AT OPEN SITE DRAIN AT BASEMENT. CRITICAL VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED. 7-42-090. MANAGEMENT REMOVED DROPPINGS FROM UNDER SHELVING UNITS AT IST FLOOR PREPARATION AREAS. ALSO, PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN WAS NOTIFIED OF PEST PROBLEMS. PEST CONTROL TERCHNICIAN ARRIVED ON PREMISES FOR SERVICE DURING INSPECTION.
34
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FOUND EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND FLOUR THROUGHOUT PREPARATION AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
34
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Observed dead roaches on the floor in the basement. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed grease accumulation by the first floor fryers. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
38
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Observed the second floor men's toilet not flushing properly. Instructed facility to use alternate bathrooms on site and to repair and maintain toilet. Observed a sewage like smell near the basement grease trap. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
41
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: FOUND CLUTTER AT BASEMENT THAT MUST BE REMOVED. FOUND OLD EQUIPMNET AT BASEMENT THAT MUST BE CLEANED AND STORED PROPERLY OR DISPOSED. (OLD CONTAINERS, RACKS, ETC.)
ComplaintFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Complaint
Recorded citations
3
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1953782
Location recorded for this inspection · IDEAL BAKERY · 4763 N MILWAUKEE AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
18
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: Observed 60 mice droppings near the ovens on the first floor (around the ovens and in the control panels) and 15 droppings in the front prep area by the wall separating front from back. Instructed facility to remove all droppings and maintain. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
34
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Observed dead roaches on the floor in the basement. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed grease accumulation by the first floor fryers. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
38
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Observed the second floor men's toilet not flushing properly. Instructed facility to use alternate bathrooms on site and to repair and maintain toilet. Observed a sewage like smell near the basement grease trap. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
Short Form ComplaintPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Short Form Complaint
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1948996
Location recorded for this inspection · IDEAL BAKERY · 4763 N MILWAUKEE AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.
Canvass Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1948557
Location recorded for this inspection · IDEAL BAKERY · 4763 N MILWAUKEE AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.
CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1947067
Location recorded for this inspection · IDEAL BAKERY · 4763 N MILWAUKEE AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
18
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: Observed 60 mouse droppings throughout the basement storage area. Instructed facility to remove all pests, clean affected areas, and to maintain. Recommend to contact a licensed pest control provider for service. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
32
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Observed exposed waste water pipes (no dripping) directly above dry storage items in the basement. Instructed facility to either shield pipes to prevent contamination or to relocate items stored underneath and to maintain.
34
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Observed dirt and debris on the floor in the large walk in cooler. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
35
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Observed the ceiling in the front walk in cooler and the large walk in cooler to have dirt accumulation. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
42
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: Observed foodhandlers working without hair restraints. Instructed facility to ensure all foodhandlers wear hair restraints while working in prep areas or handling food.
License Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
License Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
3
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1483064
Location recorded for this inspection · IDEAL BAKERY · 4763 N MILWAUKEE AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
34
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOOR THROUGH-OUT REAR PREP AREAS NOT MAINTAINED AND POROUS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR AND APPLY NON-TOXIC SEALANT TO SURFACE
35
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CEILING NOT MAINTAINED IN FRONT DISPLAY AND SIDE OVEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL CEILING AND APPLY NON-TOXIC SEALANT TO SURFACE
38
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: VENTILATION NOT PROVIDED IN TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXHAUST FAN AND/OR HAVE WINDOWS OPEN DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION.
LicenseFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
License
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1575321
Location recorded for this inspection · IDEAL BAKERY · 4763 N MILWAUKEE AVE
This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.
Recorded violations
11
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: EXPOSED HANDSINK NOT PROVIDED IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HANDSINK WITH OT AND COLD RUNNING WATER CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE IN FRONT BAKERY AREA.
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FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: GASKETS NOT MAINTAINED ON COOLER DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/INSTALL NEW GASKETS ON DOOR SEALS.
34
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOOR THROUGH-OUT REAR PREP AREAS NOT MAINTAINED AND POROUS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR AND APPLY NON-TOXIC SEALANT TO SURFACE
35
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CEILING NOT MAINTAINED IN FRONT DISPLAY AND SIDE OVEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL CEILING AND APPLY NON-TOXIC SEALANT TO SURFACE.
38
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: VENTILATION NOT PROVIDED IN TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXHAUST FAN AND/OR HAVE WINDOWS OPEN DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION.
Local context · Chicago
How results compare in ZIP 60630
194 of 261 establishments with a Pass, Pass with Conditions or Fail outcome since July 1, 2018 have a Pass outcome.
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