Cafe Europa
Last inspected: Nov 20, 2014
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Cafe Europa has been inspected six times since 2010. Cafe Europa was last inspected on Nov 20, 2014. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. The file hasn't been updated since Nov 20, 2014, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, showing up five times.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspection History
Nov 20, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Rear storage shelving in rear kitchen storage room 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: Non food contact surfaces of 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 3 compartment sink, rear kitchen storage shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Jun 11, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Caulk around wash bowl in men's bathroom in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced. 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: Non food contact surfaces of ice machine not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floor in front counter area, rear storage room not clean, needs detailed cleaning.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Wash bowl faucet in women's bathroom had leak, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Jan 8, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found food items not properly dated/labeled in coolers, reach in freezer, must date and label food items in coolers, reach in freezer.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of cooloer shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Damaged ceiling tiles in rear dining area shall be repaired/replaced, wall that had peeling paint in rear storage area room, shall be repaired/sealed.
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Aug 22, 2012
Routine
7 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (MILK, COLD SANDWICHES, EGGS, HOT SANDWICHES, STEAK ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. NOTED SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED EXPIRED ON 05-08-12. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE, A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING HANDLED. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE.---------MUST CLEAN PREP AND STORAGE SHELVES IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA.-------USABLE ITEMS AND BOXES MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENT COVER INSIDE MEN AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AND IN FRONT BAR.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REORGANIZE REAR PREP AND STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES
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Jun 23, 2011
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor behind equipment in kitchen and utility room not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Water hose installed on utility sink faucet. Instructed to remove hole and cut theads or install backflow.
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Jun 8, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
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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 PREPARATION,STORAGE,SERIOUS VIOLATION,CITATION ISSUED,FOUND ICE MACHINE DIRTY WITH BLACK MOLDY MATERIAL ON THE TUBES AND WALLS TOUCHING ICE AND ICE WATER;INSTRUCTED TO KEEP ICE MACHINE CLEAN ALL THE TIME,MANAGER CLEAN THE MACHINE BEFORE END OF INSPECTION
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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 REMOVE UNNECESSARY MATERIALS ON TOP OF HANDSINK IN BAR SECTION,INSTRUCTED HANDSINK IS FOR HANDWASHING AND MUST BE ACCESSIBLE;AT THIS TIME NO PREPARATION IS BEING DONE AT THE BAR; ATTACHED TUBE /HOLDER IN COFFEEMACHINE UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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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. SHELVES FOR DRY INGREDIENTS UNDER PREP TABLE MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; INTERIOR AND AIR VENT INSIDE 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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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 UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT,UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK BAR AREA UNCLEAN,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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CRACKED CEILING TILES AND 2 INCH HOLE CEILING TILES IN REAR DINING AREA MUST BE REPLACED;PEELING PAINT IN MOPSINK ROOM MUST BE REMOVED/REPAINT
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cafe Europa last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cafe Europa on file is from Nov 20, 2014. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cafe Europa?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Cafe Europa.
Has Cafe Europa's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cafe Europa have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Cafe Europa 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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