Cafe Cancale
Last inspected: Dec 16, 2019
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Public records show 13 inspections at Cafe Cancale stretching back to 2010. Cafe Cancale was last inspected on Dec 16, 2019. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. The file hasn't been updated since Dec 16, 2019, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, which has been cited eight times.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspection History
Dec 16, 2019
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON SITE WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING
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Dec 4, 2019
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL. OBSERVE APPROXIMATELY 40 SMALL FRUIT FLIES ON WALLS AND CEILING ABOVE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMANATE FLYING INSECT PROBLEM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020. CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON MENU FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINRAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOKATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON SITE WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST ACCUMULATION ON CEILING VENTILATION VENTS INSIDE TOILET ROOMS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 22, 2018
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED FOOD DEBRIS AND/OR SPILL INSIDE THE COLD HOLDING UNIT 1st FLOOR PREP LINE. MUST 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: MUST CLEAN THE VENT COVER IN THE WOMEN 1st FLOOR WASH ROOM TO REMOVE DUST.
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Sep 14, 2017
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Sep 7, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNHYGIENIC PRACTICES BY THE BARTENDER. OBSERVED THE BARTENDER WASH THEIR HANDS WITHOUT DRYING THEM AND RETURN TO PREPARING DRINKS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY TRAIN ALL EMPLOYEES ON PROPER HANDWASHING. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010A.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: INADEQUATE EXPOSURE TIME OBSERVED FOR UTENSILS BEING WASHED AND SANITIZED AT THE BAR. OBSERVED THE BARTENDER QUICKLY DIP A SHOTGLASS AND GLASSWARE IN THE SANITIZING COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FOR APPROXIMATELY ONE SECOND AND THEN TAKE IT OUT TO DRY. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO FOLLOW MANUFACTURER'S GUIDELINES FOR SANITIZING EXPOSURE TIME. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE. OBSERVED A SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON THE INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF BOTH ICE MACHINES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE BOTH ICE MACHINE AND REPLACE DIRTY WATER HOSES AS NEEDED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY WAS POSTED IN THE ESTABLISHMENT IN VIEW OF THE CUSTOMERS. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010B.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
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Feb 17, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER THE FOOD STORAGE RACKS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER TO REMOVE LIQUID SPLATTER AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A HANDLED SCOOP LYING HANDLE DOWN IN THE ICE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE SCOOPS, UTENSILS, SPOONS ETC. EITHER IN THE FOOD WITH HANDLE FACING UP OR IN A SEPARATE CONTAINER IN BETWEEN USE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LID FOR THE CONSUMABLE ICE BIN LOCATED BEHIND THE BAR TO AVOID SPLASH CONTAMINATION FROM BARTENDERS PREPARING BEVERAGES ON TOP OF THE BAR.
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Jan 15, 2015
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED OF REPLACING WHERE WORN. DISCOLORED WITH DEEP CUTS. RUBBER GASKETS AT REACH IN COOLERS MUST BE CLEANED AND REPLACED WHERE WORN. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FRYERS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN BASEMENT IN NEED OF COVING. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHTS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT PREP AREA IN NEED OF SHEILDS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK AT 3 COMPARTMENT FAUCET IN NEED OF REPAIR AT 1ST FLOOR DISH AREA. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE UTENSIL MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZED CONTAINER. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Jun 3, 2014
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND VENTILATION HOOD(GREASE/DUST BUILDUP).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS, AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE, AND BASEMENT AREAS. CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILE IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. REPLACE MISSING OUTLET COVER ON WALL IN UTILITY ROOM.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON PREP SINK IN BASEMENT. REPAIR LEAK UNDER EXPOSED SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. EXTEND ICE MACHINE WASTE LINE TO FLOOR DRAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETER IN FIRST FLOOR PREP COOLER.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN STORAGE AREAS.
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Sep 24, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Bulk storage containers not labeled. Instructed to label all foods not in original containers.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Can opener attached to prep table and along exterior of cooking equipment 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 behind equipment and along wallbase not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily and remove food debris.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided in reach-in cooler in basement. Instructed to provide thermometer conspicuous inside coolers.
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Jan 12, 2012
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING SEE REPORT#: 608320 1/6/12.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING SEE REPORT#: 608320 1/6/12.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING SEE REPORT#: 608320 1/6/12.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING SEE REPORT#: 608320 1/6/12.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING SEE REPORT#: 608320 1/6/12.
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Jan 6, 2012
Routine
7 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. OBSERVED PROSCIUTTO BEING LEFT OUT AT ROOM TEMP., READING 64.7'F, PRODUCT DUMPED AND DENATURE, AT A COST OF $470'F, 10 1/2 POUNDS TOTAL COST LOST, INSTRUCTED TO HAVE PRODUCT SIT OUT AT ROOM TEMPERATURE, PRODUCT MUST BE TESTED A RATABLE LAB FOR PH AND WATER ACTIVITY CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-005(A)
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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. INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, TOP AREA OF MACHINE AND INTERIOR PANELS, APPEARS TO HAVE MOLD BUILD-UP, NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE, AND USE PRE PACKAGE ICE, UNTIL MACHINE IS CLEAN, MACHINE TAGGED, INSTRUCTED TO FAX A LETTER TO CDPH ONCE MACHINE IS PROPERLY CLEAN AND SANITIZE, FAX #312746-4240 SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-005 (A)
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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. PRE-SET TABLE WARE MUST BE WRAPPED, COVERED OR INVERTED, TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION
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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. MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT BAR EXPOSED HAND SINK, BETWEEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK
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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. ALL COOKING EQUIPMENTS STOVES, GRILLS, DEEP FRYER, AND CUTTING BOARDS, ALL NEEDED DETAIL CLEANING
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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. FLOORS IN BASEMENT AND FIRST FLOOR FOOD PREP AREAS NOT SMOOTH, AND EASILY CLEANABLE, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAINT WHERE NEEDED
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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. MUST CLEAN WALL BEHIND DISH MACHINE AREA
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Apr 1, 2010
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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.ALL COOKING EQUIPMENTS STOVES,GRILLS,DEEP FRYER,BAR COOLERS,BAR GUNS/HOUSINGS ATTACHED AT BAR,FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN-COOLER,EMPLOYEES LOCKERS ETC.
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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 IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA NOT SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE,LOOSE FLOOR COVING BENEATH 3 COMP SINK SAME AREA INCLUDING FLOOR DRAINS.
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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.WALLS/CEILINGS OF FOOD PREP IN BASEMENT NOT SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE TO REMOVE FOOD SPLASHES. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IN BASEMENT MUST BE SELF-CLOSING.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM PREMISES,MILK CRATES NOT TO BE USED FOR STORING OF ARTICLES.
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Mar 24, 2010
Suspected Food Poisoning
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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.FOUND EVIDENCE OF LIVE FRUIT/DRAIN FLIES IN VARIOUS AREAS OF BASEMENT FOOD PREP,DISH ROOM,CLUTTERED MOP SINK CLOSET 15-20 COUNT.MUST REMOVE SAID FLIES,CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,PEST CONTROL CO SERVICE NOW RECCOMENDED.
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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.REPLACE WORNED-OUT CUTTING BOARDS IN FOOD PREP BASEMENT.
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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.ALL COOKING EQUIPMENTS STOVES,GRILLS,DEEP FRYER,BAR COOLERS,BAR GUNS/HOUSINGS ATTACHED AT BAR,FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN-COOLER,EMPLOYEES LOCKERS ETC.
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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 IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA NOT SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE,LOOSE FLOOR COVING BENEATH 3 COMP SINK SAME AREA INCLUDING FLOOR DRAINS.
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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.WALLS/CEILINGS OF FOOD PREP IN BASEMENT NOT SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE TO REMOVE FOOD SPLASHES.
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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.EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IN BASEMENT MUST BE SELF-CLOSING.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.MUST PROVIDE A METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR MONITORING FOOD TEMPERATURES.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM PREMISES,MILK CRATES NOT TO BE USED FOR STORING OF ARTICLES.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cafe Cancale last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cafe Cancale on file is from Dec 16, 2019. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cafe Cancale?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Cafe Cancale.
Has Cafe Cancale's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cafe Cancale have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Cafe Cancale 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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