Cassava Bread
Last inspected: Sep 6, 2017
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Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Cassava Bread, the earliest from 2010. The most recent visit was on Sep 6, 2017. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. The file hasn't been updated since Sep 6, 2017, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Cassava Bread is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspection History
Sep 6, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST DEFROST WHITE MINI FREEZER NEAR FRONT COUNTER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST STORE ALL CHEMICAL BOTTLES NEAR MOP SINK AND BOTTLED BEVERAGES AT TOP OF STAIRS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD OR SHATTER PROOF BULB IN "SCOTTY" COOLER IN BASEMENT.
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Sep 22, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Sep 14, 2016
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE OR MAINTAINED AS PER DISCUSSED IN REPORT #1547170 ON 6-16-15. MUST PROVIDE.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM #1547170 ON 6-16-15 NOT CORRECTED.#38- OBSERVED THE TIMED COLD WATER HANDLE NOT STAYING ON IN THE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SO WATER STAYS RUNNING FOR 15 SECONDS.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: PREPARED FROZEN FOODS MUST BE LABELED.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: CLEAN PANS/MIXING BOWLS MUST BE STORED INVERTED.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: TAPE ON THE WASHROOM FLOOR DRAIN MUST BE REMOVED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE TIMED HOT WATER HANDLE NOT STAYING ON IN THE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SO WATER STAYS RUNNING FOR 15 SECONDS.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS FOR ALL REFRIGERATION AND FREEZERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ALL STORED ITEMS IN BASEMENT CLOSETS AND THROUGHOUT BASEMENT STORAGE MUST BE ELEVATED FROM THE FLOORS 6" OR ABOVE TO ALLOW EASY ACCESS FOR MONITORING AND CLEANING.
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Jun 16, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY USING PLASTIC SHOPPING BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ONLY USE FOOD GRADE MATERIALS AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE TIMED COLD WATER HANDLE NOT STAYING ON IN THE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SO WATER STAYS RUNNING FOR 15 SECONDS.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: OUT OF COMPLIANCE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO COMPLY AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 18, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLERS IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA AND BASEMENT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES FROM BASEMENT TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. MUST ELEVATE ITEMS IN BASEMENT 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR/WALL.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS IN FOOD PREP AREA PREPARING AND SERVING FOOD WITHOUT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINT AT ALL TIMES FOOD IS PREPARED AND SERVED.
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Mar 7, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD INSIDE DAIRY REACH-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: EXPOSED HANDWASH SINK IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA IS DRAINING SLOW. MUST REPAIR/MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS FOR ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS IN FOOD PREP AREA AND BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA.
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Mar 18, 2013
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND LOOSE FAUCET HANDLE AT RESTROOM SINK.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: FOODHANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT.
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Dec 12, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Dec 5, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: FOUND EXPOSED HAND WASH SINK IN PREP AREA CLOGGED. INSRTUCTED TO REPAIR AND BRING UP TO PLUMBING CODE. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-030 PREMISES HAS OTHER HAND WASH SINK IN BATHROOM FOR EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL AND DATE COOKED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MISSING THERMOMETERS INSIDE COOLERS IN PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES FROM BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
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Sep 20, 2010
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cassava Bread last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cassava Bread on file is from Sep 6, 2017. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cassava Bread?
Across the inspection record, “refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cassava Bread.
Has Cassava Bread's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cassava Bread have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Cassava Bread 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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