APR 16
2024
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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CAFE SELMARIE.
BEAT. 18/100
4729 N LINCOLN AVE · LINCOLN SQUARE, CHICAGO
Last inspected April 16, 2024 · passed
Failed 6 of 19 inspections. 15 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
19
10 passed · 3 w/ conditions · 6 failed
VIOLATIONS
106
includes 15 critical
RECORDS COVER
13 YEARS
since Sep 2010
INSPECTION HISTORY
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
3-307.11--Observed hand sink near rear exit door to not be properly protected from contamination between prep sink and service/utility sink. Instructed manager to provide splash guard on each side to protect against potential contamination.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
5-204.12-- Observed no backflow prevention device present at following locations: service/utility sink near rear exit door;coffee expresso unit at front counter; water dispenser at front counter. Instructed manager to provide backflow prevention device at each location.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
6-202.11--Observed light above rear hand sink near rear exit door and light above ovens in rear bakery area to not have protective shields or covers. Provide protective light shield or shatter resistant light bulbs.
APR 92024FAILED12 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
APR 9
2024
FAILED
12 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Observed no easily accessible or convenient hand sink available for use by employees in the following locations: the main kitchen food prep and stove top area; the east adjacent bakery preparation area. Instructed manager to install additional handwashing sinks with hot and cold running water fully equipped with soap and hand paper towels. Handwashing sinks must be conveniently located and accessible, and to be used solely for hand washing. Priority foundation violation, 7-38-030(c). (See Comments). No citation issued.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Observed hand sink near rear exit door to not be properly protected from contamination between prep sink and service/utility sink. Instructed manager to provide splash guard on each side to protect against potential contamination.
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
Observed bowls and storage bins stored with food contact surfaces exposed. Instructed manager to protect from contamination or store inverted.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Observed deeply scratched cutting boards in the bakery prep area at the most eastern wall. Instructed manager to resurface or provide new cutting boards to maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Observed no sink used for food preparation present in the coffee and beverage service area directly adjacent to main prep area where coffee, alcoholic drinks, and some mixed drinks (alcohol) are being prepared and served. Instructed manager that a food preparation sink for food preparation, obtaining water, and discarding liquid waste must be available in this service area.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Observed no backflow prevention device present at following locations: service/utility sink near rear exit door; at the ice machine; coffee expresso unit at front counter; water dispenser at front counter. Instructed manager to provide backflow prevention device at each location.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Observed the use of milk crates for shelving near the rear exit door and inside the walk in cooler. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items and to provide dedicated shelves.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Observed damaged and loose floor tile in the men's customer bathroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain area to be in good repair and easily cleanable.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Observed missing outlet cover with gaps present around outlet in the coffee service and coffee prep area in front. Instructed manager to provide cover to ensure area is smooth and easily cleanable.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Observed light above rear hand sink near rear exit door and light above ovens in rear bakery area to not have protective shields or covers. Provide protective light shield or shatter resistant light bulbs.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Observed heavy grease and dust build up on the ventilation hood system over the ovens in the rear bakery area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain system clean and free of heavy dust and grease build up.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Observed some expired Food Handler certificates present. Instructed manager to audit and maintain proper food handler training for all applicable employees.
AUG 182023PASS W/ CONDITIONS5 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 18
2023
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (EGGS, CREAM CHEESE, AND MILK) MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE IN FRONT PREP AREA HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE FOR ALL HAND WASHING SINKS.
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM OR IN MULTI-GENDER EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLES.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL IN BAKERY PREP AREA NEAR OVEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL HOLES IN WALL.
JUN 142022PASSED2 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JUN 14
2022
PASSED
2 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
6-202.15--INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF BOTTOM OF FRONT ENTRANCE/EXIT DOOR AND IN REAR SIDE BOTTOM DOOR (BY THE OFFICE).
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
2-102.13--FOUND EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH CURRENT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
JUN 72022FAILED6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
JUN 7
2022
FAILED
6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL (3) HANDSINK IN REAR PREP AREA.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
FOUND NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED "RAW" OR UNDER COOKED AND LINK THOSE FOODS WITH AN ASTERISK (*) TO A REMINDER STATEMENT THAT STATES THAT EATING RAW OR UNDER COOKED FOODS CAN INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOOD BORNE ILLNESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
INSTRUCTED TO LABEL SOME FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (FLOUR, PANKO ETC).
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF BOTTOM OF FRONT ENTRANCE/EXIT DOOR AND IN REAR SIDE BOTTOM DOOR (BY THE OFFICE).
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND STORAGE RACKS WITH POOLED WATER IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
FOUND EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH CURRENT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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FEB 242021PASS W/ CONDITIONS7 violationsDETAILS
FEB 24
2021
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violationsDETAILS
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
OBSERVED TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER. OBSERVED CHICKEN AT 52.9F, SALMON AT 50F, CHICKEN SALAD AT 49.5F, BLUE CHEESE AT 54.9F, COOKED SPINACH AT 53.8F, EGGS AT 55.4F, GOULASH AT 44F AND CORNED BEEF HASH AT 44.6F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 24# OF FOOD WORTH $72. PRIORITY 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED TO LINE THE SHELVES OF THE PREP TABLES AND WIRE STORAGE SHELVES. MUST REMOVE THE CARDBOARD AND USE A CLEANABLE SURFACE. REPLACE OR RESURFACE THE PARTICLEBOARD LEDGE NEXT TO THE DISH MACHINE WITH DELAMINATED WOOD.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE IN THE BEVERAGE SERVICE AREA.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
REPAIR THE LEAKING WATER VALVE AT THE 1 COMPARTMENT FOOD PREP SINK IN THE KITCHEN AREA.
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM AND THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
JUL 32019PASS W/ CONDITIONS4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 3
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
BSERVED NO CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID PROCEDURE ALONG WITH REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR CLEAN-UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
OBSERVED TCS FOODS ON SITE (SLICED TOMATOES, BEEF, CHICKEN AND ASSORTED DELI MEATS) WITH NO DATE MARKING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER LABELING ON ALL TCS FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS WITH A 7 DAY DISCARD DATE. (PRIORITY VIOLATION NO CITATION ISSUED) 7-38-005
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
MUST REPAIR BROKEN DOOR AND DOOR GASKET ON WALK IN COOLER UNIT
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE AND CAPPUCCINO/ESPRESSO MACHINE. MUST INSTALL SO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES OR AIR GAP BETWEEN THE WATER SUPPLY INLET AND THE UNIT SO IT MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
JUN 252019FAILED11 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
JUN 25
2019
FAILED
11 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-7-38.010-NO CITATION ISSUED)
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID PROCEDURE ALONG WITH REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR CLEAN-UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED
OBSERVED THAT EMPLOYEE IS USING BARE HANDS WHILE PREPARING READY TO EAT FOOT(TURKEY WRAP).PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38.010 CITATION ISSUED
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
OBSERVED TCS FOODS ON SITE (SLICED TOMATOES, BEEF, CHICKEN AND ASSORTED DELI MEATS) WITH NO DATE MARKING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER LABELING ON ALL TCS FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS WITH A 7 DAY DISCARD DATE. (PRIORITY VIOLATION NO CITATION ISSUED) 7-38-005
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE OR REMINDER OF RAW AND UNDER COOKED FOODS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED) STATEMENT THAT EATING RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS CAN INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOODBORNE ILLNESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
NOTED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNIT CONSPICUOUSLY POSTED TO MONITOR THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO EQUIP ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS WITH ACCURATE AND WORKING THERMOMETERS
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
MUST REMOVE ALL JEWELRY EXCEPT PLAIN WEDDING BAND FROM HANDS WHILE WORKING WITH EXPOSED FOOD
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
MUST REPAIR BROKEN DOOR AND DOOR GASKET ON WALK IN COOLER UNIT
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
NOTED NO SANITIZER TEST STRIP KIT ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A TEST STRIP KIT ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE STRENGTH OF THE SANITIZER PF. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE AND CAPPUCCINO/ESPRESSO MACHINE. MUST INSTALL SO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES OR AIR GAP BETWEEN THE WATER SUPPLY INLET AND THE UNIT SO IT MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS,WALK IN COOLER.MUST NOT USE CARD BOARD BOXES IN WALK IN COOLER AS SLIP PROTECTION
JAN 262017PASSED1 violationDETAILS
JAN 26
2017
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/REPAIR USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH AND MAINTAIN.
JAN 172017FAILED4 violationsDETAILS
JAN 17
2017
FAILED
4 violationsDETAILS
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION REPORT#1932189 DATED:06/07/2016 ARE NOT CORRECTED. 31 Observed knives stored in between a pipe and the wall in the kitchen. Instructed facility to store in a clean and sanitary manner and to maintain. 08/27/2016 32 Observed torn refrigeration gaskets on coolers throughout including the 2 door server station cooler, both hot line coolers, 2 door bakery cooler. Instructed facility to repair all as needed and to maintain. Instructed facility to install and maintain a splashguard at the front exposed hand sink on both sides. 08/27/2016 34 Observed grease and food debris on the floor behind and around the kitchen equipment. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed dirt and debris on the basement floor around the grease trap. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed dirt and debris on the floor under and around the ice machine. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. 08/27/2016. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT ALL NOTED VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN BY 1/24/2017. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/REPAIR USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILE ABOVE THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN KITCHEN AREA AND PEELING PAINT ON WALL ABOVE SILVERWARE STATION.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE MISSING CEILING TILE AND REPAIR SAID WALL TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AND MAINTAIN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE BENEATH THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND LOW WATER PRESSURE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN KITCHEN AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN PLUMBING ISSUES.
JUN 72016PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
JUN 7
2016
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Observed knives stored in between a pipe and the wall in the kitchen. Instructed facility to store in a clean and sanitary manner and to maintain.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Observed torn refrigeration gaskets on coolers throughout including the 2 door server station cooler, both hot line coolers, 2 door bakery cooler. Instructed facility to repair all as needed and to maintain. Instructed facility to install and maintain a splashguard at the front exposed handsink on both sides.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Observed grease and food debris on the floor behind and around the kitchen equipment. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed dirt and debris on the basement floor around the grease trap. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed dirt and debris on the floor under and around the ice machine. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Observed dirty caulk with a black, mold-like substance built up between the wall and the 1 compartment sink. Instructed facility to remove caulk, clean area, recaulk, and maintain.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
Observed the thermometer in the 2 door server station cooler to not be functioning properly. Instructed facility to replace and maintain.
MAY 272016FAILED7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MAY 27
2016
FAILED
7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
Observed food unprotected: in the walk in cooler tomatoes, potato salad, and coleslaw were all stored under raw beef and pork. Instructed to store ready to eat foods above raw and all meats in order of final cooking temperature (highest at the bottom). Facility corrected during inspection. Also observed pastries at the front counter unprotected-unwrapped and open in close proximity of customers. Instructed facility to wrap items or adequately shield items to protect from possible customer contamination and to maintain. Facility shielded during inspection. Serious citation issued 7-38-005(a).
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
Observed the front door not tight fitting with a quarter inch gap along the bottom edge. Instructed facility to repair and maintain so door is tight fitting. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Observed knives stored in between a pipe and the wall in the kitchen. Instructed facility to store in a clean and sanitary manner and to maintain.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Observed torn refrigeration gaskets on coolers throughout including the 2 door server station cooler, both hot line coolers, 2 door bakery cooler. Instructed facility to repair all as needed and to maintain. Instructed facility to install and maintain a splashguard at the front exposed handsink on both sides.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Observed grease and food debris on the floor behind and around the kitchen equipment. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed dirt and debris on the basement floor around the grease trap. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed dirt and debris on the floor under and around the ice machine. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Observed dirty caulk with a black, mold-like substance built up between the wall and the 1 compartment sink. Instructed facility to remove caulk, clean area, recaulk, and maintain.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
Observed the thermometer in the 2 door server station cooler to not be functioning properly. Instructed facility to replace and maintain.
SEP 142015PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
SEP 14
2015
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
PERSONAL ITEMS NOT PROPERLY STORED, MUST RESTRICT STORING ON FOOD STORAGE CART, MUST PROVIDE SPACE FOR BELONGINGS,
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
FAUCET TO THREE COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING AND HANDLE MISSING TO HOT WATER KNOB, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING IN ILLINOIS CERTIFICATES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, MUST PROVIDE,
NOV 182014PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
NOV 18
2014
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
EXPOSED HANDSINK INSTALLED NEXT TO UTILITY AND PREP AINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SHIELD BETWEEN BOTH SIDES OF EXPOSED HANDSINK.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
CAN OPENER ATTACHED TO PREP TABLE NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFTER EACH USE.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOOR IN CORNERS AND AROUND STORAGE RACKS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
DRAINLINE UNDER EXPOSED HANDSINK LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO PREVENT LEAK.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
THERMOMETER NOT VISIBLE INSIDE COOLER IN BAKER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE THERMOMETER CONSPICUOUS INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
MAY 92014PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
MAY 9
2014
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
FOODS INSDIE COOLERS NOT LABELED OR DATED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE ALL FOODS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
MULTI USE UTENSILS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT UTENSILS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
EXPOSED HNAD SINK INSTALLED NEXT TO PREP SINK IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SHIELD ON BOTH SIDES OF EXPOSED HAND SINK.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE AND BEHUND EQUIPMENT NOT CLEANED. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WALL AND CEILING IN KITCHEN NOT MAINTIANED. INSTRUCTED AREA THAT HAS PEELING PAINT AND REPAINT SURFACE. VENTILATION COVERS IN KITCHEN NOT CLEANED. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
AUG 152013PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
AUG 15
2013
PASSED
7 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
DRIED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS/BINS AT MAIN KITCHEN NOT LABELED; INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS IMPROPERLY STORED; INSTRUCTED TO STORED/INVERT TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD-UP ON EQUIPMENT AT PREP AREAS AND BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE; COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, FREEZERS, MICROWAVE OVENS, AND LARGE BAKERY EQUIPMENT.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
DEBRIS/FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS AT PREP AREAS AND BASEMENT.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ABOVE DISH MACHINE IN MAIN KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PEELING PAINT AND REPAINT CEILING. DRIED FOOD, STAINS AND OPENINGS ON WALLS AND CEILING AT REAR BAKERY PREP AREA; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/REPAINT AND SEAL OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. ALSO GREASE BUILD-UP ON HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AT MAIN KITCHEN; MUST DETAIL CLEAN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR, LEAKING; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
OBSERVED CLEANING TOWELS IMPROPERLY STORED; INSTRUCTED TO STORED IN AN APPROVED SANITIZER.
MAY 152012PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
MAY 15
2012
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS BEHIND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP AND FOOD SPILLAGE.------MUST CLEAN CEILING VENT COVER INSIDE MEN'S WASHROOM.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
LIGHTS MUST BE SHIELDED WITH END CAPS ABOVE BAKERY PREP AREA (BY OVEN)AND PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE (PLATES AND DISHES) STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MOP SINK FAUCET NECK WITH HOLE.----------MUST FIX SLOW DRAINING ONE COMPARTMENT/PREP SINK.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
SEP 232010PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
SEP 23
2010
PASSED
6 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.//VIOLATION REMAINING SEE REPORT #391234
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.//VIOLATION REMAINING SEE REPORT # 391234
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.//VIOLATION REMAINING SEE REPORT #391234
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.//VIOLATION REMAINING SEE REPORT #391234
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.//VIOLATION REMAINING SEE REPORT #391234
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair.//VIOLATION REMAINING SEE REPORT #391234
SEP 212010FAILED9 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
SEP 21
2010
FAILED
9 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. All food establishments that prepare, sell, or store hot food shall have adequate hot food storage facilities.//MGMT & I OBSERVED REACH IN COOLER IN KITCHEN IN FRONT OF GRILL TEMP 45.0F PLACE HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG ON UNIT ,NOT TO USE UNTIL REINSPECTED BY DEPT OF HEALTH
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less.//MGMT & I OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPS(RAW SALMON,SOUR CREAM,GUACAMOLE,PENNE PASTA CHICKEN BREAST,CRAB CAKES,WHOLE QUICHI, TEMPS BETWEEN 45.0F-46.5F,MGMT VOLUNTEERED TO PROPERLY DISCARED FOOD ITEMS $300.00
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance.//OUT SIDE GARBAGE FOR USED CARD BOARD BOXES NO LIDE OR COVER FOR CONTANER NEED COVER & PICK UP.
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.NEED NAMES ,DATES ON ALL FOOD ITEMS ON DISPLAY ,IN STORAGE,INGREDENTS ,NAME OF FOOD ITEM,EXP. DATE,NAME OF CO. ON PREPACKEGE FOOD ITEMS ON DISPLAY.
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.//INVERT ALL POTS PANS IN STORAGE.
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.//INSTALL SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN EXP. HAND BOWL & FAUCET FOR DRINKING WATER IN REAR AREA,EXP. HAND BOWL & STORAGE SHELVES IN REAR PREP AREA,EXP. HAND BOWL ON ALL SIDES (COUNTER)IN FRONT PREP AREA,REPLACE ALL STAIN & PITTED CUTTING BOARDS IN PREP AREA,NEED LIDS FOR ALL GARBAGE CANS IN PREP AREA WHEN NOT IN USE,NEED PROPER COVERS FOR ALL UNPROTECTED FOOD ITEMS IN STORAGE,
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage.//SOME SHELVES IN COOLERS DRY STORAGE NEED CLEANING
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.//FLOORS UNDER AROUND STOCK EQUIPMENT NEED CLEANING,MUST STORE ALL STOCK 6" OFF FLOOR WHEN IN STORAGE
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair.//INSTRUCTED MGMT TO HAVE HAIR RESTRAINTS ON PROPERLY IN FOOD PREP AREA
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