APR 25
2014
PASS · 0 violations
CH ' AVA CAFE.
Chicago Health Dept
4656 N CLARK ST · UPTOWN, CHICAGO
Last inspected 2014.
9 inspections on record since 2010 · Last inspected Apr 2014.
Last inspected Apr 2014. Records may not reflect current conditions.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
9
VIOLATIONS
32
total on record
LAST INSPECTED
APR 2014
INSPECTION HISTORY
APR 18
2014
FAIL 1 violation 1 CRITICAL
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED
THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED. SEWAGE WASTE WATER(GREASE) BACKING UP AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM COMPARTMENTS AND WHEN FAUCET IS TURNED ON,ALSO A STRONG SEWAGE FOUL ODOR FROM THE SEWAGE GAS.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CAUSE TO FUNCTION PROPERLY. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-030
APR 11
2014
FAIL 5 violations 1 CRITICAL
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED
THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED. SEWAGE WASTE WATER(GREASE) BACKING UP AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM COMPARTMENTS AND WHEN FAUCET IS TURNED ON,ALSO A STRONG SEWAGE FOUL ODOR FROM THE SEWAGE GAS.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CAUSE TO FUNCTION PROPERLY. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-030
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
BROWN CURTAINS THAT DIVIDES FRONT PREP AND REAR PREP ARE DIRTY WITH FOOD STAINS INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN CLEAN, REPLACE OR REMOVE.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
CRATES BY THE GREASE TRAP ARE DIRTY WITH DEBRIS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN OR REPLACE THEM WITH CONTAINERS WITH A SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL. BURNED FOOD INSIDE THE OVEN INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOOR UNDER PREP TABLE(SOUTH-WEST CORNER) AND AROUND GREASE TRAP UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH DEBRIS INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
WATER PIPE UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IS HEAVILY LEAKING,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR
JUL 5
2013
PASS 1 violation
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
EXPOSED PREP AREA HANDWASH BOWLS HOT WATER LEAKING AT FAUCET (HOT WATER HANDLES STRIPPED). MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINKS.
JUN 28
2013
FAIL 4 violations
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1196274 DATED ON 04/27/12 NOT CORRECTED- #34 OBSERVED FOOD/DIRT BUILD UP ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA AND INSIDE FLOOR DRAINS. MUST CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREP AREA AND CLEAN INTERIOR OF FLOOR DRAINS, #35- OBSERVED SMALL HOLES IN WALL BEHIND KNIFE RACK. MUST SEAL HOLES IN WALL. THE ABOVE VIOLATIONS MUST BE CORRECTED BY DATE OF REINSPECTION (07/05/13). SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
NOTICE BAD ODOR COMING FROM GREASE TRAP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN/MAINTAIN GREASE TRAP.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
EXPOSED PREP AREA HANDWASH BOWLS HOT WATER LEAKING AT FAUCET (HOT WATER HANDLES STRIPPED). MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINKS.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE SOME REACH IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE WORKING THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COOLERS.
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APR 27
2012
PASS 3 violations
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. OBSERVED STAINED PITS ON SURFACE OF SANDWICH PREP COOLER CUTTING BOARD. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD.
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. OBSERVED FOOD/DIRT BUILD UP ON FLOOR AND INSIDE FLOOR DRAINS IN PREP AERA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR AND INTERIOR OF FLOOR DRAINS.
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. OBSERVED SMALL HOLES IN WALL BY KNIFE RACK. MUST SEAL HOLES IN WALL.
JUN 29
2011
PASS W/ CONDITIONS 7 violations
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served.//NO PERSON ON PREMISES WITH A CITY FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE AT THIS TIME OF OPERATION SERVING CUSTOMERS.MUST HAVE ONE PERSON PER SHIFT WITH A CITY FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.
* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS
One copy of the Food Inspection Report Summary must be displayed and visible to all customers.//NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY POSTED ON PREMISES VISIBLE TO PUBLIC AT THIS TIME.
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 #525335
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 #525335
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 #525335
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 #525335.
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 #525335.
MAY 24
2011
FAIL 9 violations 1 CRITICAL
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. PREMISE DO NOT HAVE UPDATED PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK OR SERVICE DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION THE LAST REPORT NOTED ECOLAB 2-17-2010.
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM LAST INSPECTION DATED 11-22-10 REPORT NUMBER 465315. AS DESCRIBE VIOLATION (37) RESTROOM DOORS ARE NOT SELF-CLOSING.MUST INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DOOR DEVICE ON BOTH RESTROOM DOORS.( MEN AND WOMENS BATHROOM) (42) HAIR RESTRAINTS ARE NEEDED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. (OBSERVED 2 EMPLOYEES IN PREP AREA NO HAIR RESTRAINTS DURING THE INSPECTION)
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. ALL FOOD AND NON FOOD CONTAINERS NEED TO BE LABLE AND DATED.
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. INST TO PROPERLY STORED ALL SINGLE SERVICE AND MULTI-USE UTENSILS IN PREP AREA.
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. ALL GARBAGE CAN THAT ARE NOT IN USED NEED TO BE PROPERLY COVERED. MUST REPLACE ALL PITTED AND STAIN CUTTING BOARDS. SPLASH GAUARD IS NEEDED AT THE FRONT EXPOSED HAND SINK NEXT TO THE STOVE.
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. MEAT SLICER AND SHELFS IN THE COOLER NEED DETAIL 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. CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL MILK CRATE WHICH IS USED AS STORAGE SHELVES, BY THE EXPOSED HAND SINK,FOOD STORAGE AREA ECT. NEEDS TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER AND AROUND THE WHO ESTABLISHMENT. BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT.
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
None of the operations connected with food establishments shall be conducted in any room used as living or sleeping quarters. Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. NON COMPLANCE FROM 11-22-10 PLS SEE VIOLATION #29
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 NON -COMPLANCES DATED 11-22-10 PLEASE SEE VIOLATION #29
NOV 22
2010
PASS 2 violations
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
RESTROOM DOORS ARE NOT SELF-CLOSING. MUST INSTALL A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE ON BOTH RESTROOM DOORS.
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. HAIR RESTRAINTS ARE NEEDED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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