DEC 16
2024
PASSED
0 violationsSANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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STARBUCKS COFFEE #2949.
YOUR CALL. 57/100
7112 W NORTH AVE · ELMWOOD PARK, CHICAGO
Last inspected December 16, 2024 · passed
10 of 17 inspections passed, 3 failed, 4 passed with conditions. 9 critical violations across the record.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
17
10 passed · 4 w/ conditions · 3 failed
VIOLATIONS
47
includes 9 critical
RECORDS COVER
14 YEARS
since Oct 2010
INSPECTION HISTORY
NOV 82023FAILED6 violationsDETAILS
NOV 8
2023
FAILED
6 violationsDETAILS
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
OBSERVED A SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ENCRUSTED ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE/HAVE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES.
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
OBSERVED ICE SCOOP STORED ON ICE INSIDE ICE MACHINE.INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE IN A CLEAN SEPARATE CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION AND MAINTAIN.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
NO IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATORS OR TEST STRIPS/STICKERS WERE PROVIDED TO MEASURE THE SURFACE TEMPERATURE OF UTENSILS INSIDE OF THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE.(HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE WITH GAUGE READING FINAL RINSE AT 180F).INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SURFACE TEMPERATURE TEST STRIPS OR IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING SURFACE THERMOMETER FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.(SEE COMMENTS).
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF DUSTS ON CEILING VENTILATION COVERS IN WASHROOMS AND MAINTAIN.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED SOME FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES PROVIDED ON THE PREMISES.MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES AND MAINTAIN.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2566375 DATED:11/02/2022 #10--FOUND NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE WASHROOM AND FRONT PREP HANDWASHING SINKS. MUST PROVIDE. #53--FOUND NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES INSIDE THE UNISEX WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE. #55--FOUND HEAVY DIRT AND DEBRIS INSIDE THE FLOOR DRAIN UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT NOTED VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN BY 11/15/2023.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090,CITATION ISSUED.
NOV 22022PASSED4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NOV 2
2022
PASSED
4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
FOUND NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE WASHROOM AND FRONT PREP HANDWASHING SINKS. MUST PROVIDE.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
FOUND BROKEN GASKETS ON THE 1-DOOR TRUE COOLER NEXT TO THE ICE MACHINE AND ON THE 1-DOOR UNDER COUNTER COOLER NEAR COLD BREW/CUP LIDS. MUST REPAIR GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
FOUND NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES INSIDE THE UNISEX WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
FOUND HEAVY DIRT AND DEBRIS INSIDE THE FLOOR DRAIN UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
OCT 312022FAILED6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
OCT 31
2022
FAILED
6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
FOUND NO HOT WATER AT THE TWO FRONT PREP AREA HANDWASHING SINKS. WATER TEMPERATURE IS AT 80F-88F. MUST PROVIDE HOT WATER WITH A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100 F AND MAXIMUM OF 120 F AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
FOUND NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE WASHROOM AND FRONT PREP HANDWASHING SINKS. MUST PROVIDE.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
FOUND BROKEN GASKETS ON THE 1-DOOR TRUE COOLER NEXT TO THE ICE MACHINE AND ON THE 1-DOOR UNDER COUNTER COOLER NEAR COLD BREW/CUP LIDS. MUST REPAIR GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
FOUND NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES INSIDE THE UNISEX WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
FOUND HEAVY DIRT AND DEBRIS INSIDE THE FLOOR DRAIN UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
FOUND NO INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT POSTED IN PUBLIC VIEW FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION ON 1/13/21. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN TODAY'S INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN PUBLIC VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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JAN 132021PASS W/ CONDITIONS2 violationsDETAILS
JAN 13
2021
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violationsDETAILS
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED SLIGHT LEAK UNDERNEATH HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE LOCATED IN REAR DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
OBSERVED NO SUMMARY FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION ON 2/28/2020 POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW. FACILITY DID HAVE PREVIOUS SUMMARY IN A BINDER LOCATED IN BACK OFFICE. INSTRUCTED TO POST CURRENT SUMMARY FOR PUBLIC VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B). NO CITATION ISSUED.
FEB 282020PASSED1 violationDETAILS
FEB 28
2020
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED HAND SINK AT REAR NEAR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA SLOW DRAINING.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING ISSUE AND TO MAINTAIN.
FEB 212020FAILED5 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
FEB 21
2020
FAILED
5 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010,CITATION ISSUED.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
OBSERVED PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS ON SITE BUT HAS INCOMPLETE CLEAN UP ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN REQUIRED APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER/SPRAY THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATORS ON THE PREMISES TO VERIFY THE HOT WATER TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF THE DISH MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND TO MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED HAND SINK AT REAR NEAR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA SLOW DRAINING.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING ISSUE AND TO MAINTAIN.
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY WAS NOT POSTED IN THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST AND MAINTAIN IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B),CITATION ISSUED.
JUN 132019PASS W/ CONDITIONS4 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
JUN 13
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE IS POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
OBSERVED NO SUPPLIES ON THE PREMISES TO RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SANITIZER THAT CAN BE USED TO ELIMINATE NOROVIRUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATORS ON THE PREMISES TO VERIFY THE HOT WATER TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF THE DISH MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
MAR 152017PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
MAR 15
2017
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Non food contact surfaces of ice machine(exterior) not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Cooler shelving in coolers in rear kitchen not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Missing light shields in rear kitchen area, shall be replaced/provided.
OCT 112016PASSED1 violationDETAILS
OCT 11
2016
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND I ALL CORNERS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS.
OCT 212015PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
OCT 21
2015
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND I ALL CORNERS IN FRONT PREP AREA.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA.
MAY 302014PASS W/ CONDITIONS4 violationsDETAILS
MAY 30
2014
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violationsDETAILS
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED AS REQUIRED WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AND HAVE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF CABINETS THROUGHOUT FRONT SERVICE AREAS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
REMOVE STANDING WATER AND SPILLAGE BENEATH THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTERS AND DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE ICE MACHINE. MUST PROVIDE,MAINTAIN A VISIBLE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR UNIT.
JUN 52012PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
JUN 5
2012
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Storage cabinets under counters 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 and in corners not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean floor daily.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Left compartment of three compartment sink leaking at bottom. Instructed to seal and repair to prevent leak.
NOV 52010PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
NOV 5
2010
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY DRAINPIPE UNDER 3RD COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK (FAR RIGHT).-------MUST REPLACE MISSING HOT FAUCET HANDLE AT MOP SINK IN REAR.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
NOTED SOME LITTER ON GROUND UNDER AND AROUND GARBAGE DUMPSTER IN REAR OUTSIDE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
OCT 272010PASS W/ CONDITIONS4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OCT 27
2010
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME
Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. FOUND HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE FINAL SANITIZING RINSE AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 171F (RUN SEVERAL TIMES). INSTRUCTED MANAGER, A MECHANICAL DISH WASHING MACHINE SHOULD PROVIDE A FINAL SANITIZING RINSE OF EITHER 50 PPM CHLORINE (FOR CHEMICAL SANITIZING MACHINE) OR 180F FINAL RINSE (FOR HOT WATER SANITIZING MACHINE). THE SAID DISH MACHINE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION BY THE CHICAGO DEPT OF PUBLIC HEALTH. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL WITH THE APPROVAL BY CDPH. INSTRUCTED TO TEMPORARILY USE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FOR PROPER WASHING, RINSING AND SANITIZING OF MULTI-USE UTENSIL. WHEN DISH MACHINE IS FIXED, MUST CONTACT CDPH OR FAX A STATEMENT TO 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL PRIOR TO USE. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030
* 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. FOUND NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY POSTED ON PREMISES AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY MUST BE POSTED/DISPLAY AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-42-010 (B)
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY DRAINPIPE UNDER 3RD COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK (FAR RIGHT).-------MUST REPLACE MISSING HOT FAUCET HANDLE AT MOP SINK IN REAR.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. NOTED SOME LITTER ON GROUND UNDER AND AROUND GARBAGE DUMPSTER IN REAR OUTSIDE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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