Between Cafe, Boutique & Lounge

1324 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Jun 17, 2014

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Score

Low Risk

Public records show five inspections at Between Cafe, Boutique & Lounge stretching back to 2010. The most recent report on file is from Jun 17, 2014. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. Note that Between Cafe, Boutique & Lounge's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jun 17, 2014; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.

“Food in original container, properly labeled” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Jun 17, 2014

Reinspection

5 minor violations.

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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

Inspector notes: LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.

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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: SEAL OPENINGS UNDER AND NEAR EXPOSED SINK IN SOUTH BAR AREA.

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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

Inspector notes: PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AND REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA.

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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: INSTALL BACK FLOW DEVICE ON UTILITY SINK. REPAIR LEAKING AND SECURE LOOSE FAUCETS ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.

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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING. REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES IN BASEMENT.

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Jun 12, 2014

Routine

6 minor violations.

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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time

Inspector notes: LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT ADEQUATELY SANITIZING FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS CHEMICAL PPM 0. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR DISH MACHINE TO MAINTAIN 100 PPM. DISH MACHINE IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL RE-INSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO USE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030

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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

Inspector notes: LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.

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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: SEAL OPENINGS UNDER AND NEAR EXPOSED SINK IN SOUTH BAR AREA.

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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

Inspector notes: PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AND REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA.

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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: INSTALL BACK FLOW DEVICE ON UTILITY SINK. REPAIR LEAKING AND SECURE LOOSE FAUCETS ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.

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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING. REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES IN BASEMENT.

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Sep 27, 2013

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: Exterior of cooking equipment, ventilation louvers in front of exhaust hood, and interior panel of ice machine not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.

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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily. Floor drain cover missing in basement. Instructed to replace missing floor drain cover.

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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: Drainline not provided for soda gun holder in bar area. Instructed to install drainline a soda holder.

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Sep 14, 2010

Reinspection

No violations found.

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Aug 18, 2010

Routine

4 minor violations.

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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

Inspector notes: 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 VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTEDFROM INSPECTION REPORT #124632 2/25/09 #35 SEAL OPENINGS AROUND ELECTRICAL,PLUMBING PIPES WERE NOTED,WALLS BEHIND BAR COUNTERS MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE.#41 MUST PROPERLY STORE ITEMS IN BASEMENT 6" OFF FLOOR,REMOVE UNECESSARY ARTICLES.

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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

Inspector notes: 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.MULTI-USE DISHWARE,UTENSILS IN KITCHEN NOT PROPERLY STORED,INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.

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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FLOOR DRAIN COVER MISSING IN MOP SINK AREA.

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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

Inspector notes: 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.TOILET ROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF CLOSING.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Between Cafe, Boutique & Lounge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Between Cafe, Boutique & Lounge on file is from Jun 17, 2014. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Between Cafe, Boutique & Lounge?

Across the inspection record, “food in original container, properly labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Between Cafe, Boutique & Lounge.

Has Between Cafe, Boutique & Lounge's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Between Cafe, Boutique & Lounge have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Between Cafe, Boutique & Lounge 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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