Bereke, Inc.. — Bereke Restaurant
Last inspected: Oct 16, 2017
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Public records show nine inspections at Bereke, Inc.. — Bereke Restaurant stretching back to 2013. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 16, 2017. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. The file hasn't been updated since Oct 16, 2017, so take the current picture with that in mind.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around five violations, down from roughly seven violations earlier in the record.
“Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” comes up most often, recorded eight times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Oct 16, 2017
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEELING DEBRIS ON UPPER WALL NEAR THE SHELVING AT THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA AND INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS IN KTCHEN AREA NOT CLEAN.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SAID WALL TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN AREA AND MAINTAIN.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONE FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Aug 16, 2017
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL COOKED/PREPARED FOODS OUT OF ORIGINAL CONTAINERS MUST HAVE PROPER LABEL AND DATE WHEN FOOD PRODUCTS ARE HELD OVER 24 HOURS AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES AT REAR DRY STORAGE ROOM.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES AND MAINTAIN FLOORS TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEELING DEBRIS ON UPPER WALL NEAR THE SHELVING AT THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA AND INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS IN KTCHEN AREA NOT CLEAN.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SAID WALL TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN AREA AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING SINK STOPPERS FOR THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE 3 SINK STOPPERS FOR THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 9, 2017
Routine
8 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MICE DROPPINGS ON THE PREMISES.APPROXIMATELY 20 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS WERE FOUND ON FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE OF THE REAR CLUTTERED DRY STORAGE ROOM AND APPROXIMATELY 5 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS IN THE KITCHEN NEAR THE FRONT STORAGE SHELVING AREA AND 10 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS ON CORNERS OF FLOOR IN THE FURNACE ROOM.ALSO,THE REAR KITCHEN DOOR WEATHER STRIP IS DAMAGED AND LOOSE.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND PEST CONTROL SERVICE THE PREMISES AND REPLACE DAMAGED WEATHER STRIP ON SAID DOOR TO PREVENT PEST-ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (RICE,SOUP ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#1946965 DATED:07/21/2016. 32 Observed food stored in plastic grocery bags throughout facility. Instructed to maintain food in approved food grade materials only. Observed torn gaskets on the three door cooler. Instructed facility to replace and maintain. 10/13/2016 33 Observed dirt accumulation in the gaskets of the two door cooler in the kitchen. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. 10/13/2016 34 Observed dirt and debris on the floors in the kitchen under and around all equipment and sinks. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. 10/13/2016 35 Observed a dirty black, mold-like substance under the caulking between the mop sink and the wall and the three compartment sink and the wall. Instructed facility to remove caulk, clean areas, re-caulk, and maintain. Observed grease and dust accumulation on the exhaust hood and filters. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. 10/13/2016 38 Observed a small leak at the exposed handsink faucet. Instructed facility to repair and maintain. Observed a sewage like smell near the three compartment sink. Instructed facility to correct and maintain. 10/13/2016 41 Observed utensils, plates, and cooking equipment outside in the rear of establishment unused at time of inspection. Facility stated they were trash. Instructed facility to discard and maintain. 10/21/2016 INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT ALL ABOVE NOTED VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN BY 8/16/2017. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL COOKED/PREPARED FOODS OUT OF ORIGINAL CONTAINERS MUST HAVE PROPER LABEL AND DATE WHEN FOOD PRODUCTS ARE HELD OVER 24 HOURS AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSRTUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES AND KITCHEN SHELVINGS AND INTERIOR OF UNUSED DISPLAY COOLER AT FRONT COUNTER AREA OR REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES AT REAR DRY STORAGE ROOM.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES AND MAINTAIN FLOORS TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEELING DEBRIS ON UPPER WALL NEAR THE SHELVING AT THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA AND INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS IN KTCHEN AREA NOT CLEAN.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SAID WALL TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN AREA AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING SINK STOPPERS FOR THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE 3 SINK STOPPERS FOR THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 21, 2016
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Observed utensils, plates, and cooking equipment outside in the rear of establishment unused at time of inspection. Instructed facility to protect utensils at all times and maintain indoors.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed food stored in plastic grocery bags throughout facility. Instructed to maintain food in approved food grade materials only. Observed torn gaskets on the three door cooler. Instructed facility to replace and maintain.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed dirt accumulation in the gaskets of the two door cooler in the kitchen. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed dirt and debris on the floors in the kitchen under and around all equipment and sinks. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed a dirty black, mold-like substance under the caulking between the mop sink and the wall and the three compartment sink and the wall. Instructed facility to remove caulk, clean areas, re-caulk, and maintain. Observed grease and dust accumulation on the exhaust hood and filters. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed a small leak at the exposed handsink faucet. Instructed facility to repair and maintain. Observed a sewage like smell near the three compartment sink. Instructed facility to correct and maintain.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed utensils, plates, and cooking equipment outside in the rear of establishment unused at time of inspection. Facility stated they were trash. Instructed facility to discard and maintain.
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Jul 13, 2016
Complaint
9 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: Observed food not protected in the three door cooler: raw beef and chicken stored above vegetables and other ready to eat foods. Instructed facility that all raw meats should be stored below ready to eat foods and foods should be stored in order of final cooking temperature with the highest at the bottom. Serious citation issued 7-38-005(A).
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: Observed 15 mouse droppings in the small cubby hole storage area in the dining room, 5 droppings in the kitchen by the display cooler, and 5 droppings in the kitchen furnace closet. Instructed facility to remove all pests, clean affected areas, and maintain. Recommended to contact a licensed pest control provider for service. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Observed utensils, plates, and cooking equipment outside in the rear of establishment unused at time of inspection. Instructed facility to protect utensils at all times and maintain indoors.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed food stored in plastic grocery bags throughout facility. Instructed to maintain food in approved food grade materials only. Observed torn gaskets on the three door cooler. Instructed facility to replace and maintain.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed dirt accumulation in the gaskets of the two door cooler in the kitchen. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed dirt and debris on the floors in the kitchen under and around all equipment and sinks. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed a dirty black, mold-like substance under the caulking between the mop sink and the wall and the three compartment sink and the wall. Instructed facility to remove caulk, clean areas, re-caulk, and maintain. Observed grease and dust accumulation on the exhaust hood and filters. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed a small leak at the exposed handsink faucet. Instructed facility to repair and maintain. Observed a sewage like smell near the three compartment sink. Instructed facility to correct and maintain.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed utensils, plates, and cooking equipment outside in the rear of establishment unused at time of inspection. Facility stated they were trash. Instructed facility to discard and maintain.
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Jun 3, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOODS NOT PROPERLY STORED INSIDE COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN FOOD GRADE FREEZER AND/OR STORAGE BAGS. FOODS INSIDE COOLERS NOT LABELED OR DATED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE ALL FOODS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILING TILE AND CEILING VENTS NOT MAINTAINED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WORN CEILING TILE AND DETAIL CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS ATTACHED TO WALL AND CEILING,
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: PERSONAL ITEMS STORED IN REAR STORAGE AREA NOT STORED NICE AND NEATLY, INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN ONE DESIGNATED AREA, OFF OF FOOD PRODUCT,
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING IN ILLINOIS CERTIFICATES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, MUST PROVIDE,
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Jun 30, 2014
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOODS NOT PROPERLY STORED INSIDE COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN FOOD GRADE FREEZER AND/OR STORAGE BAGS. FOODS INSIDE COOLERS NOT LABELED OR DATED. INSTUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE ALL FOODS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: STANDING MIXER, EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS, PREP TABLE, INSIDE COOOLERS, UTILITTY SINK AND COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR IN PREP AREA NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILING TILE AND LIGHT COVERS NOT MAINTAINED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WORN CEILING TILE AND DETAIL CLEAN LIGHT COVERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN CORNERS IN REAR STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICES AND ELEVATE SUPPLIES 6 INCHES OR HIGHER AND AWAY FROM WALL.
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Jun 16, 2014
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FACILTIES NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE. FOUND PREP COOLER WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT 58.2 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT COOLERS MUST MAINTAIN 40 F OR BELOW. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005(A). "HELD FOR INSPECTION" TAG PLACED ON COOLER.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS DOES NOT MEET TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARTION, DISPLAY AND SERVICE. FOUND 15 LBS OF OROMO(CABAAGE, CARROT, POTATOES AND ONION IN DOUGH AT 57.2 F, 1/2 GALLON OF MILK AT 60.0 F AND DUMPLINGS 5 LBS AT 60.3 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT POTENTIALLY HAZARODUS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN 40 F OR BELOW. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005(A). VALUE $55, 24 LBS
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOODS NOT PROPERLY STORED INSIDE COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN FOOD GRADE FREEZER AND/OR STORAGE BAGS. FOODS INSIDE COOLERS NOT LABELED OR DATED. INSTUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE ALL FOODS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: STANDING MIXER, EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS, PREP TABLE, INSIDE COOOLERS, UTILITTY SINK AND COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR IN PREP AREA NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILING TILE AND LIGHT COVERS NOT MAINTAINED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WORN CEILING TILE AND DETAIL CLEAN LIGHT COVERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN CORNERS IN REAR STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICES AND ELEVATE SUPPLIES 6 INCHES OR HIGHER AND AWAY FROM WALL.
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Mar 20, 2013
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bereke, Inc.. — Bereke Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bereke, Inc.. — Bereke Restaurant on file is from Oct 16, 2017. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bereke, Inc.. — Bereke Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Bereke, Inc.. — Bereke Restaurant.
Has Bereke, Inc.. — Bereke Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Bereke, Inc.. — Bereke Restaurant have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Bereke, Inc.. — Bereke Restaurant 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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