Cafe at the Cultural Center

78 E Washington St, Chicago, IL 60602
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Feb 22, 2013
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Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Cafe at the Cultural Center three times, with records going back to 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 22, 2013. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. Public records show no inspections at Cafe at the Cultural Center since Feb 22, 2013, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food in original container, properly labeled”, showing up two times.

Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Cafe at the Cultural Center is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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Inspection History
Feb 22, 2013
Routine
No violations found.
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Aug 24, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. BULK FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED, INSTRUCTED TO LABEL.
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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. INSIDE DISPLAY COOLER NOT DRAINING CONDENSATION WATER PROPERLY, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DRAINAGE LINES.
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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. FAN COVER INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. PEELING PAINT NOTED AROUND ICE MAKER IN LOWER LEVEL, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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Oct 18, 2010
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST LABEL ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS AND SPRAY BOTTLES.
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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. MUST USE PROPER SCOOPS FOR BULK FOODS, SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT ALLOWED.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS AT 1ST FLOOR, INSTRUCTED TO WEAR SAME.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe at the Cultural Center last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe at the Cultural Center on file is from Feb 22, 2013. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cafe at the Cultural Center?

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

Has Cafe at the Cultural Center's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Cafe at the Cultural Center have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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