Au Bon Pain

200 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Oct 20, 2023

Score

Low Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The most recent report on file is from Oct 20, 2023. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. Note that Au Bon Pain's inspection history hasn't been updated since Oct 20, 2023; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly four violations before.

The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Au Bon Pain on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 20, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Heavy dust build-up noted on Ceiling vent that's above food containers. instructed to clean and maintain.

Allergen training as required

Inspector notes: No allergen training certificate for food service manager, instructed to obtain.

Nov 7, 2022

License

4 minor violations.

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Food properly labeled; original container

Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALMONDS, BEANS AND COUTONS OUT OF THE ORIGINAL CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE PRODUCT NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOODS AND SPICES WITH COMMON NAME THAT ARE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF DUST ON FANS IN BOTH EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

All food employees have food handler training

Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2 EMPLOYEES WORKING WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Au Bon Pain last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Au Bon Pain on file is from Oct 20, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

Has Au Bon Pain's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Au Bon Pain have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Au Bon Pain means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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