Cafe #10
Last inspected: Oct 25, 2022
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Score
Going back to 2016, Cafe #10 has six inspections in the public record. Cafe #10 was last inspected on Oct 25, 2022. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent. Public records show no inspections at Cafe #10 since Oct 25, 2022, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around seven violations each, up from closer to three violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “adequate ventilation & lighting”, which has been cited four times.
Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 25, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN INCOMPLETE CONSUMER ADVISORY FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOODS - THE ADVISORY IS MISSING A DISCLOSURE STATEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO ADD A DISCLOSURE STATEMENT TO THE CURRENT ADVISORY THAT SAYS "ITEMS CAN BE SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED OR CONTAIN UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS". PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. MANAGEMENT ADDED "BURGERS ARE COOKED TO ORDER" TO MENU.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY DUST BUILD UP ON THE VENTILATION FAN COVERS INSIDE ALL THREE WASHROOMS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND KEEP VALID CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A 1/2 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL GAP TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: FOUND HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP INSIDE THE FRYERS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE WOMENS WASHROOM HANDWASHING SINK TO BE SLOW DRAINING. MUST REPAIR.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE INSIDE THE WOMENS WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE FRYERS AND ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. FOUND AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT AND GRIME INSIDE THE FLOOR DRAINS NEAR THE DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN SAID AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 5, 2019
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed prep tables, deep fryers, microwave, dough sheeter, broiler, convection oven, can opener, and panini press covered with a build up of grease and dirt. Instructed management to clean, sanitize, and maintain.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed a leak from the supply valve connected to the women's toilet and a dump sink in bar that will not drain. Instructed management to repair and maintain in good working order.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Observed a build up of dirt and grime on the walls behind 3 compartment sink in kitchen. Instructed management to clean and maintain.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed non-functioning lights in liquor room. Instructed to repair and maintain working lights.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed a build up of grease on the ventilation hood and filters above the cooking equipment. Instructed management to clean and maintain.
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Oct 2, 2018
Routine
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11: NO VOMITOUS AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT CLEAN UP POLICY AND KIT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3-501.17: MUST PROVIDE PROPER LABELS FOR DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION OF REFRIGERATED, READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24HRS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11: MUST PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE, AND REMINDER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(N): NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-204.112: MUST PROVIDE TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES FOR ALL COOLERS AND HOT HOLD UNIT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14: OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE TOILET ROOM EXHAUST VENTILATION. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367: MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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Aug 31, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found some food items not properly dated in walk in cooler, and reach in cooler, must properly date food items in walk in cooler, and reach in cooler.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Cutting boards that had deep cuts in kitchen prep area, shall be replaced. Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced. Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Reach in cooler shelving/ racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under cooking equipment in kitchen prep area had excess, grease build up, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls that had peeling paint, holes in rear kitchen area, shall be repaired/sealed. Missing cove molding in rear kitchen area, and rear storage areas shall be provided.
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Oct 26, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Oct 18, 2016
License
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: NO EXPOSED HAND SINK REAR PREP AREA, LEADING TO REAR STORAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO 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 SHIELDS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA, NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CARS STORED IN REAR STORAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND RESTRICT STORING WHERE FOODS AREA STORED,
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cafe #10 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cafe #10 on file is from Oct 25, 2022. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cafe #10?
Across the inspection record, “adequate ventilation & lighting” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cafe #10.
Has Cafe #10's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Cafe #10 have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Cafe #10 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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