Cafe Selmarie

Year	Inspections	Violations	Serious
2024	2	15	0
2023	1	5	0
2022	2	8	0
2021	1	7	0
2019	2	15	3
2017	2	5	0
2016	2	12	0
2015	1	3	0
2014	2	10	0
2013	1	7	0
2012	1	4	0
2010	2	15	2

Apr 16, 2024 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
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.
Severity not stated
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.
Severity not stated
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 9, 2024 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
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.
Severity not stated
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.
Severity not stated
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.
Severity not stated
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.
Severity not stated
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.
Severity not stated
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.
Severity not stated
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.
Severity not stated
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.
Severity not stated
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.
Severity not stated
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.
Severity not stated
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.
Severity not stated
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 18, 2023 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
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.
Not serious Priority Foundation
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)
Severity not stated
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.
Severity not stated
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.
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL IN BAKERY PREP AREA NEAR OVEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL HOLES IN WALL.

Jun 14, 2022 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
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).
Severity not stated
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 7, 2022 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL (3) HANDSINK IN REAR PREP AREA.
Not serious Priority Foundation
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
Severity not stated
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

INSTRUCTED TO LABEL SOME FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (FLOUR, PANKO ETC).
Severity not stated
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF BOTTOM OF FRONT ENTRANCE/EXIT DOOR AND IN REAR SIDE BOTTOM DOOR (BY THE OFFICE).
Severity not stated
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND STORAGE RACKS WITH POOLED WATER IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM.
Severity not stated
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.

Feb 24, 2021 Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Severity not stated
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.
Severity not stated
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.
Severity not stated
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE IN THE BEVERAGE SERVICE AREA.
Severity not stated
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

REPAIR THE LEAKING WATER VALVE AT THE 1 COMPARTMENT FOOD PREP SINK IN THE KITCHEN AREA.
Severity not stated
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM AND THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Severity not stated
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.
Severity not stated
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 3, 2019 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
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
Serious Priority
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
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

MUST REPAIR BROKEN DOOR AND DOOR GASKET ON WALK IN COOLER UNIT
Severity not stated
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 25, 2019 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Priority Foundation
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)
Not serious Priority Foundation
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
Serious Priority
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
Serious Priority
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
Not serious Priority Foundation
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
Severity not stated
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
Severity not stated
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

MUST REMOVE ALL JEWELRY EXCEPT PLAIN WEDDING BAND FROM HANDS WHILE WORKING WITH EXPOSED FOOD
Severity not stated
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

MUST REPAIR BROKEN DOOR AND DOOR GASKET ON WALK IN COOLER UNIT
Not serious Priority Foundation
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
Severity not stated
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.
Severity not stated
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 26, 2017 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
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 17, 2017 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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 7, 2016 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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 27, 2016 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
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).
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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 14, 2015 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
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,
Not serious Minor
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,
Not serious Minor
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING IN ILLINOIS CERTIFICATES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, MUST PROVIDE,

Nov 18, 2014 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

DRAINLINE UNDER EXPOSED HANDSINK LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO PREVENT LEAK.
Not serious Minor
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 9, 2014 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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 15, 2013 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR, LEAKING; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
Not serious Minor
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED CLEANING TOWELS IMPROPERLY STORED; INSTRUCTED TO STORED IN AN APPROVED SANITIZER.

May 15, 2012 Canvass · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.

Sep 23, 2010 Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass — Risk 1 (High)

Not serious Minor
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
Not serious Minor
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
Not serious Minor
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
Not serious Minor
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
Not serious Minor
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
Not serious Minor
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 21, 2010 Canvass · Fail — Risk 1 (High)

Serious Critical
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
Serious Critical
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
Not serious Serious (Chicago's middle tier)
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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.
Not serious Minor
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,
Not serious Minor
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
Not serious Minor
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
Not serious Minor
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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