Cafe 28
Last inspected: Oct 29, 2012
64
Score
Cafe 28 appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2010. The most recent visit was on Oct 29, 2012. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme. Note that Cafe 28's inspection history hasn't been updated since Oct 29, 2012; 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 10 violations each.
“Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Cafe 28's latest score of 64 falls below the Chicago average of 81. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspection History
Oct 29, 2012
Reinspection
9 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
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Oct 22, 2012
Routine
12 minor violations.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: CITATION ISSUED ON REPORT #1198500 ON 10-19-12 LICENSE #1304687.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: CITATION ISSUED ON REPORT #1198500 ON 10-19-12 LICENSE #1304687.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: CITATION ISSUED ON REPORT #1198500 ON 10-19-12 LICENSE #1304687.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
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Mar 11, 2010
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. FOUND COOKED POT ROAST AT TEMPERATURE OF 47.6F-48F AND 48.3F; ALSO 2 CONTAINERSOF COOKED PULLED BEEF IN SAUCE AT TEMPERATURE OF 70F-71F AND 81.8F(BOTH PRODUCTS WERE STORED AT SECOND FLOOR WALK-IN COOLER).NO TIME AND TEMPERATURE LOG PROVIDED. WALK-IN COOLER MAINTAIN TEMP OF 40.7F. PRODUCTS DISCARDED AND DENATURED.POUNDS( 23, VALUE 37.95); POUNDS 54, VALUE 205.35). CRITICAL VIOLATION.NO VIOLATIONISSUED AT THIS REPORT, DUE TO CITATION WAS ISSUED UNDER LICENSE#1304687.VIOLATION CORRECTED ON 3-10-10.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. NO SANITIZING SOLUTION USED AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. OBSERVED EMPLOY WASHING AND RINSING MULTI USE UTENSILS (FOOD CONTAINERS, FOOD TONGUE,AND ETC.)AND NOT SANITIZING.INFORMATION GIVING HOW TO SET UP 3 COMPARTMENT SINK (WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE 100 PPM).CRITICAL VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED , DUE TO CITATION WAS ISSUED UNDER LICENSE#1304687. VIOLATION WAS CORRECTED ON 3-10-10.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees. FOUND EXPOSED HAND SINK IN SECOND PREP AREA WITH DIRTY CONTAINERS IN IT. MAIN KITCHEN EXPOSED HAND SINK DID NOT HAVE SOAP, AND THE SECOND FLOOR DID NOT HAVE PAPER TOWELS. EXPOSED HAND SINK IN BAR AREA NEXT TO MAIN KITCHEN DID NOT HAVE SOAP OR PAPERS TOWELS.CRITICAL VIOLATION.NO CITATION ISSUED DUE TO CITATION WAS ISSUED UNDER LICENSE #1304687, ON 3-10-10.VIOLATION WAS CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION ON 3-10-10.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation.FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE:FOUND MADE EMPANADAS, CHIKEN AND POTATOES STORED INSIDE SMALL COOLER UNCOVERED, ON TOP THE FOOD WAS DIRTY AND CLEAN WASHCLOTH. IN DISPLAY PREP COOLER OBSERVED READY TO EAT FOOD (SLICED RED PEPPERS, RED ONIONS AND OTHER VEGETABLE , ON TOP THE FOOD PRODUCTS WAS STORED CONTAINERWITH FOOD IN IT AND A RED UNPEELED ONION.FOUND ITALIAN BREAD STORED IN PREP AREA TOUCHING DIRTY WALL,ALSO BREAD WAS STORED IN OPENED BROWN BAG, IN MOT CLOSET. FOUND FOOD STORED UNCOVERED ON METAL SHELVES AT SECOND FLOOR NEXT TO OPENED DOOR(NO SCREEN PROVIDED).INFORMATION GIVEN HOW FOOD PRODUCTS SHOULD BE STORED.SERIOUS VIOLATION.CITATION ISSUED UNDER LICENSE# 1304687.VIOLATION CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION ON 3-10-10.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. ADDITIONAL THRESHOLD IS NEEDED AT REAR SECOND FLOOR DOOR AND SIDE DOOR NEXT TO WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A NEW GARBAGE LID FOR THE THIRD GARBAGE CONTAINER OUTSIDE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER, EXCESS GREASE BUILD UP.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.LIGHT SHIELD IS NEEDED IN MAIN KITCHEN ABOVE SMALL COOLER.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN BAR AREA NEXT TO SECOND KITCHEN, IS LEAKING(1ST COMPARTMENT SINK NEXT TO WALL).
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cafe 28 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cafe 28 on file is from Oct 29, 2012. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cafe 28?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cafe 28.
Has Cafe 28's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cafe 28 have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Cafe 28 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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