Cafe Mimoza
Passed most recently but 4 prior failures on record
2024-01-09 Pass Canvass 2 ▾
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
OBSERVED MISSING SINK STOPPERS FOR THE KITCHEN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN 3 ADEQUATE WORKING SINK STOPPERS.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.
2022-11-17 Pass Canvass 2 ▾
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
NOTED BOXES OF LIQUOR STORED ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
FOOD HANDLER WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CERTIFICATE FOR EACH EMPLOYEE.
2021-12-02 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass CRITICAL 2 ▾
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED SEVERAL EMPLOYEES WHO HAVE NOT SIGNED THE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2385913 ON 8/11/20 NOT CORRECTED: 58 - NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAININ...
2020-08-11 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass 3 ▾
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
OBSERVED READY TO EAT, TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (CHICKEN SOUP, SALSA, FRIED BEANS)NOT PROPERLY DATED , STORED LONGER THAN 24 HOURS IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DATE MARKING WITH DISPOSITION DATE FOR RTE FOODS PREPARED ON SITE ...
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
NOTED NO SANITIZER TEST STRIP KIT ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION TO TEST CONCENTRATION OF SANITIZER IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A TEST STRIP KIT ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE STRENGTH OF THE SANITIZER PF. PRIORITY FOUN...
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
2019-08-20 Pass w/ Conditions Complaint Re-Inspection CRITICAL 5 ▾
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Observed no employee health policy in place at this time. Instructed management to establish employee health policy and have all active employees sign. 90 day grace period.Priority Foundation 7-38-010,No Citation issued at this time.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Observed no backflow prevention device installed on service sink in rear near restrooms. Instructed to install and maintain.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Observed unused equipment in basement including pizza oven connected to gas line, large mixer, mini fridge, full size refrigerator, coffee equipment, and various other items. Instructed to remove unnecessary items, clean, and maintain.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Observed incomplete food handler certificates on premises. Instructed to maintain physical copies of all food handler certificates on premises for all employees at all times.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Observed no allergen training on site. Instructed to keep and maintain allergen training on premises.
2019-08-08 Fail Complaint CRITICAL 15 ▾
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Observed no employee health policy in place at this time. Instructed management to establish employee health policy and have all active employees sign. 90 day grace period.Priority Foundation 7-38-010,No Citation issued at this time.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Observed no vomitting and diarrheal clean-up kit on site at this time. Instructed to provide kit including gloves, face masks, disposable mops, and a cleaning solution effective against Norovirus. 90 day grace period.Priority foundation 7-38-005, No ...
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Observed black and pink, slimy, mold-like substances inside ice machine. Ice is used for human consumption. Instructed management to remove all ice,clean, sanitize, and maintain. Priority Foundation 7-38-005, citation issued.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Refrigerator across from grill is not maintaining proper temperature. Ambient air measured 45.9. This equipment is tagged held for inspection. Must not use until the cdph office notified for tag removal. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain p...
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Observed deep grooves in cutting board. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain a smooth cutting surface.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Observed excessive build up of gum and debris underneath top of bar on customer dining side. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Observed no backflow prevention device installed on service sink in rear near restrooms. Instructed to install and maintain.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Observed the 3 compartment sink in bar area drains slowly with water going from center compartment to right compartment before completely draining. Instructed to repair and maintain.
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Observed uncovered trash receptacle in women's restroom. Instructed to provide covered receptacle in women's room.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Observed build up of black grease and dirt on hood over oven. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Observed unused equipment in basement including pizza oven connected to gas line, large mixer, mini fridge, full size refrigerator, coffee equipment, and various other items. Instructed to remove unnecessary items, clean, and maintain.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Observed cobwebs and a hold in the corner formed by wall that separates bar from kitchen and standing freezer. Instructed to detail clean, repair, and maintain in good condition.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Observed build-up of grease and dirt on wall behind 3 compartment sink and oven in kitchen. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Observed incomplete food handler certificates on premises. Instructed to maintain physical copies of all food handler certificates on premises for all employees at all times.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Observed no allergen training on site. Instructed to keep and maintain allergen training on premises.
2018-02-21 Pass Canvass 3 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Found grocery bag being used to store frozen food. Instructed to replace with food grade storage bag.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Heavy dust and spider webs accumulated on the back of the liquor shelve in the basement. Must clean, remove dust and spider webs and maintain.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Leak on the hot handle of the faucet of the 3 compartment sink. Must repair to stop the leak.
2017-07-21 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection 2 ▾
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WALLS IN THE DINING AREA WITH PEELING PAINT. INSTRUCTED TO SCRAPE THE PEELING PAINT AND RE PAINT AND MAINTAIN. CEILING VENT COVER IN BOTH WASHROOMS WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN,REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN. FILTER ON THE HOOD IN THE KITCHEN WITH ...
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
MISSING ONE MORE DRAIN STOPPER FOR THE 3 COMPT SINK. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
2017-07-12 Fail Canvass CRITICAL 5 ▾
SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW
WASTE WATER BACKING UP FROM THE 1ST AND 3RD COMPT SINK OF THE 3 COMPT SINK,WHEN I PULLED OUT THE DRAIN STOPPER FROM THE MIDDLE COMPT SINK. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030. OWNER CALLED THE PLUMBER TO FIX THE PROBLEM DURING INSPECTION. PLUMBER CAME JUAN C...
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
INTERIOR PANEL BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF THE ICE MAKER NOT MAINTAINED. WITH WET BLACK MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE SURFACES WHERE THE WATER IS COMING FROM. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A) INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE SURFACES AND NOT TO USE THE ICE ...
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
CLEAN BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE REACH IN FREEZER WITH DEBRIS AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WALLS IN THE DINING AREA WITH PEELING PAINT. INSTRUCTED TO SCRAPE THE PEELING PAINT AND RE PAINT AND MAINTAIN. CEILING VENT COVER IN BOTH WASHROOMS WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN,REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN. FILTER ON THE HOOD IN THE KITCHEN WI...
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
MISSING ONE MORE DRAIN STOPPER FOR THE 3 COMPT SINK. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
2016-10-14 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass Re-Inspection CRITICAL 4 ▾
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090
THE PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1966142 DATED ON 10/07/16 NOT CORRECTED-#18 OBSERVED 3 LIVE ROACHES BEHIND BAR COUNTER AND 1 LIVE ROACH IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELIMINATE ALL ROACH/PEST ACTIVITY ALSO MUST CONTACT PEST CONTROL O...
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
SEE VIOLATION #14
TOXIC ITEMS PROPERLY STORED, LABELED AND USED
OBSERVED WHITE PILLS ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREMISES, CANNOT DISTRIBUTE THROUGHOUT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER WHITE PILLS MUST BE IN CONTAINERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A). CITATION ISSUED.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED CRACKS/CREVICES BETWEEN WOOD PIECES/FRAME BEHIND BAR AND COFFEE AREA. MUST SEAL ALL CRACKS/CREVICES.
2016-10-07 Fail Canvass CRITICAL 3 ▾
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
OBSERVED 6 LIVE ROACHES BEHIND BAR COUNTER AND 1 LIVE ROACH INSIDE 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA DRY STORAGE CABINET. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELIMINATE ROACH ACTIVITY BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. ADVISED TO CALL PEST CONTROL OPERATOR FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7...
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED CRACKS/CREVICES BETWEEN WOOD PIECES/FRAME BEHIND BAR AND COFFEE AREA. MUST SEAL ALL CRACKS/CREVICES.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
DISHWASH 3-COMPARTMENT SINK PIPE DRAINING SLOWLY ALSO MOP SINK PIPE LEAKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SAID SINKS.
2015-06-03 Pass Canvass 3 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
NO SPLASH GUARD AT REAR PREP AREA EXPOSED HAND SINK NEXT TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
NO EXPOSED HAND SINK IN BAR AREA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING IN ILLINOIS CERTIFICATES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, MUST PROVIDE,
2014-04-24 Pass Canvass 7 ▾
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Bulk storage containers in basement not labeled. Instructed to label all foods not in original containers.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Exposed hand sink installed next to 1 compartment sink in basement. Instructed to install shield between both sinks.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Prep table next to stove and filter on exhaust hood not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and remove food debris.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Exposed insulation from ceiling in prep area. Instructed to remove all foam insulation.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Plumbers putty inside left side of three compartment sink. Instructed to remove toxic substance. Drain line under three compartment sink leaking. Instructed to repair to prevent leak.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
Thermometer not provided inside milk/beverage cooler. Instructed to provided thermometer visible inside all coolers.
2013-04-01 Pass Canvass 7 ▾
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
PREP FOODS INSIDE STORAGE COOLERS NOT LABELED, INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
FOOD DEBRIS AND DUST ON EQUIPMENT; MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE, COOLERS, CHEST FREEZERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, GREASE TRAP UNDER 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA 3PART SINK, AND BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES AT BASEMENT PREP AREA.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
DEBRIS UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS AT PREP AREAS, BASEMENT STORAGE AREA AND BAR AREA, INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
EXCESSIVE DUST ON VENT COVERS INSIDE THE WASHROOMS, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
BAR AREA 3PART SINK FAUCET LEAKING, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, AND MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE WATER PRESSURE AT THE HAND WASHING BOWLS INSIDE THE WASHROOMS.
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
INSTRUCTED, FOOD HANDLER MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINT.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORED CLEANING TOWELS INSIDE AN APPROVED SANITIZER.
2012-04-09 Pass Canvass 3 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OR PAINT RAW WOOD UNDER STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO SEAL CEILING OPENING ALONG WALLS AT BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
NOTED UNUSED (2) OVEN AT BASEMENT PREP AREA WITHOUT PROPER VENTILATION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE OR PROVIDE VENTILATION/EXHAUST.
2012-04-03 Fail Canvass ▾
No violations found.
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