Cafe Chien

4749 N Spaulding Ave, Chicago, IL 60625

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Apr 28, 2016

Score

Medium Risk

The inspection history at Cafe Chien is still short, with only two visits logged. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 28, 2016. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe. Public records show no inspections at Cafe Chien since Apr 28, 2016, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around nine violations each, up from closer to four violations before.

“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Cafe Chien's latest score of 64 falls below the Chicago average of 81. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 28, 2016

Routine

9 minor violations.

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Source sound condition, no spoilage, foods properly labeled, shellfish tags in place

Inspector notes: Found a jug of cold brew coffee labeled "Kyoto Black by Justin Doggett" that contained no production facility address or ingredient list. Operator unable to state the source of production or provide invoices for said product. Product tagged held for inspection by CDPH. Instructed not to use or remove tag until tag is removed by CDPH. All food or beverage must be obtained or produced at an approved source. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(B).

Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area

Inspector notes: Observed both the kitchen and dish area exposed handsinks without paper towels. Instructed facility to maintain paper towels all handsinks at all times. Operator installed during inspection. Critical citation issued 7-38-030.

No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals

Inspector notes: Upon arrival observed a dog in the dining/seating area. Instructed facility that there are to be no live animals on premises. Facility removed dog from premises during inspection. Critical citation issued 7-38-020.

* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

Inspector notes: Upon arrival found no City of Chicago Certified Foodservice Manager on site and no valid City of Chicago Certified Foodservice Manager certificates posted while potentially hazardous foods are prepared and/or served (milk). Instructed facility that a City of Chicago Certified Foodservice Manager must be on site at all times with a valid, original City of Chicago Certified Foodservice Manager certificate posted when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and/or served. Serious citation issued 7-38-012(a).

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: Observed the southernmost 1 door cooler to have a torn gasket. Instructed facility to replace and maintain. Instructed facility to install and maintain a splashguard at the rear exposed handsink between the 3 compartment sink drain board and the exposed handsink.

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

Inspector notes: Observed dirt accumulation in the gaskets of both 1 door coolers in the kitchen. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.

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

Inspector notes: Observed raw wood at the wall behind the three compartment sink. Instructed facility to seal and maintain.

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector notes: Observed ice scoop stored in ice bin. Instructed facility to store in a separate sanitary manner and to maintain.

Food handler requirements met

Inspector notes: No IDPH foodhandler certificates on site. Instructed facility to have valid foodhandler certificates for all foodhandlers and to maintain.

Sep 1, 2015

License

4 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO BETTER CLEAN AND MAINTAIN,

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

Inspector notes: BRICK WALLS BY THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL SURFACES, SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE,

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

Inspector notes: NO LIGHT SHIELD COVERS ON LIGHTS IN PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,

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

Inspector notes: NO EXPOSED HAND SINK BY DISH WASHING AREA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe Chien last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe Chien on file is from Apr 28, 2016. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cafe Chien?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cafe Chien.

Has Cafe Chien's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Cafe Chien have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Cafe Chien 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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