Corner Bakery Cafe
Last inspected: Nov 15, 2023
100
Score
Corner Bakery Cafe has been inspected 23 times since 2011. The most recent report on file is from Nov 15, 2023. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Public records show no inspections at Corner Bakery Cafe since Nov 15, 2023, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around three violations to closer to six violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “insects, rodents, & animals not present”, which has been cited 12 times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Nov 15, 2023
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 7, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: No certified food service manager on site while handling and serving TCS foods ( deli meat, eggs....) instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Found over 100 fruit flies in at basement's kitchen and dish room, Instructed to to eliminate insects activity in all affected areas, pest control service recommended. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(A).
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Soiled Wiping towels placed on food prep tables, instructed to keep away.
41
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
1
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Several coolers missing thermometer at front and back prep line. Instructed to provide.
36
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: insects glue trap install above 3-comp sink, instructed not to place insect control devices above clean utensils or prep areas.
38
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Food handlers not wearing hair restraint in food prep area. Instructed to wear.
40
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Broken door gaskets at 1st floor prep cooler, instructed to replace.
47
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Deep grooves noted between kitchen and dish room tiles trapping waste food and water. Instructed to grout.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: All employees food handlers certificates are expired, Instructed to have all staff renew certificates.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: No allergen training certificate for person in charge. Instructed to obtain
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52
Oct 31, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED (SUCH AS CHICKEN). INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPPED/SERVED. INSTRUCTED MUST POST A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATION IN PLAIN VIEW OF CUSTOMERS AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
2
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNDER HIGHDISH WASHING MACHINE NOT CLEAN, WATER STAINED, DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEAD NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOP HEAD TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEEs NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPARING FOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPARING FOOD.
40
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD ON MAIN COOK LINE COVERED WITH DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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70
Nov 2, 2021
Complaint
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHILE HANDLING AND SERVING TCS FOODS ( DELI MEAT, CHICKEN...) INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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90
Jul 27, 2021
Complaint
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREA NOT MAINTAINED. FOUND OLD CARDBOARD BOXES, PLASTIC, AND FOOD WASTE ON GROUND SURROUNDING DUMPSTERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED. BY END OF INSPECTION, MANAGEMENT HAS CLEANED DUMPSTER AREA AND THE SURROUNDING GROUND IS NOW FREE OF TRASH.
54
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: FOUND NO THERMOMETER INSIDE THE 2-DOOR DELFIELD COOLER IN THE LOWER LEVEL PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE.
36
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: FOUND 2-DRAWER COOLER ON 1ST FLOOR COOKS LINE BROKEN AND CURRENTLY NOT BEING USED. MUST REPAIR EQUIPMENT OR REMOVE FROM PREMISES.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: FOUND MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE ON GASKETS OF THE 2-DOOR DELFIELD COOLER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.
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74
Feb 25, 2021
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: BULK FOOD NOT LABELED PROPERLY. FLOUR, SUGAR TUBS MISSING A LABLE. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: BOTTOM SHELF OF DRAWER COOLER AT FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA NOT CLAEN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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90
Feb 25, 2020
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: FOUND FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT IN FRONT COFFEE SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR AT ALL TIMES.
40
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: FOUND GREEN & WHITE CUTTING BOARDS IN THE 1ST FLOOR PREP WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: FOUND TORN DOOR GASKET ON 1-DOOR REACH IN COOLER ON MAIN LEVEL PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FOUND LOOSE FAUCET AND LEAKY DRAIN PIPE AT 3-COMP SINK IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. ALSO, IN SAID AREA, HANDWASHING SINK HAS A LEAKY DRAIN PIPE, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND FOOD DEBRIS AND LIQUIDS ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT 1ST FLOOR AND MAIN PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOOR THROUGHOUT 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA, IN NEED OF RE-GROUTING. INSTRUCTED TO RE-GROUT AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: FOUND BURNED OUT LIGHT IN KITCHEN HOOD, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE LIGHT AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: FOUND GREASE ACCUMULATION ON HOOD FILTERS IN MAIN FLOOR PREP ARE, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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67
Aug 14, 2019
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: 2-402.11 OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA AND FRONT COFFEE SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
40
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12 OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE 1ST FLOOR PREP WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. WORK ORDER FROM 7/30/19.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 5-501.113(A) OBSERVED GARBAGE CANS IN THE PREP AREAS UNCOVERED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIDS.
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86
Aug 6, 2019
Complaint
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.111 OBSERVED PEST ACTIVITY WITH APPROX. 20 SMALL FLIES AND RODENT DROPPING NOTED DURING INSPECTION. RODENT DROPPINGS WERE BETWEEN THE BREAD OVEN AND COMMERCIAL OVEN IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA. SMALL FLIES WERE OBSERVED IN THE REAR OF THE BASEMENT PREP AREA NEAR THE EXIT DOOR AND CHEMICAL/CLEANING SUPPLY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT PEST CONTROL AS ADDITIONAL SERVICES ARE NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE ACTIVITY PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15 OBSERVED A 1 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT ENTRY REVOLVING DOOR. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL AT ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: 2-402.11 OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA AND FRONT COFFEE SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
40
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12 OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE 1ST FLOOR PREP WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. WORK ORDER FROM 7/30/19.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 5-501.113(A) OBSERVED GARBAGE CANS IN THE PREP AREAS UNCOVERED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIDS.
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74
May 24, 2019
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A 1 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT ENTRY REVOLVING DOOR. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL AT ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS.
38
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE 1ST FLOOR PREP WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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90
May 16, 2019
Complaint
5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY WITH USE OF THE INSTRUCTION GUIDE PROVIDE WITH ECOLAB BODILY FLUID SPILL KIT AS THE CLEAN UP POLICY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE IN WRITING THE INTENT TO USE THE INSTRUCTION GUIDE AND POST ON SITE WITH SUPPLIES. FACILITY ALSO INSTRUCTED TO INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING SUPPLIES: DISPOSABLE MOP, DISPOSABLE LATEX GLOVES, DISPOSABLE MASK, AND ADEQUATE SANITIZER *MUST ELIMINATE NOROVIRUS*) ON SITE TO PROPERLY CLEAN UP ANY VOMIT OR DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER WITH EXPOSED GARBAGE AND NO LID. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT, PROVIDE LID AND MAINTAIN TO ENSURE TIGHT FITTING LIDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER CUP HIS HANDS UNDER THE RUNNING FAUCET OF THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND PROCEED TO DRINK WATER FROM HIS HANDS WHILE STANDING OVER THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT. PERSON IN CHARGE INFORMED FOOD HANDLER TO STOP. FOOD HANDLER THEN RINSED HIS HANDS AND WALKED AWAY. PERSON IN CHARGE WAS INSTRUCTED THAT NO ONE MAY NOT CLEAN THEIR HANDS IN A SINK USED FOR FOOD PREPARATION OR WAREWASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2229958 ON 10/19/18. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: (40) 2-402.11 - OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS IN KITCHEN, INSTRUCTED TO WEAR. (41) 3-304.14 - MOIST WIPING CLOTH PLACED ON CLEAN SHELVES RACK. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP IN A SANITIZER BUCKET. (58) PA 100-0367 - NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS, INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN. MUST CORRECT CORE VIOLATIONS BY THE DATE ON THE REPORT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEST ACTIVITY WITH APPROX. 15 SMALL FLIES NOTED DURING INSPECTION. SMALL FLY ACTIVITY WAS NOTED NEAR THE DISH AREA, WALLS IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA, AND IN THE BASEMENT MANAGER OFFICE. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT PEST CONTROL AS ADDITIONAL SERVICES ARE NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE ACTIVITY PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
38
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: NOTED NO LABELS FOR BULK SUGAR STORAGE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE ALL BULK AND WORKING FOOD INGREDIENT CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH CONTENTS NAME.
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A 1 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT ENTRY REVOLVING DOOR. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL AT ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS.
38
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: REFER TO VIOLATION #60
40
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: REFER TO VIOLATION #60
41
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE 1ST FLOOR PREP WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAK COMING FROM FAUCET OF 1-COMPARTMENT SINK (FRUIT/VEGETABLE WASH STATION) IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A DAMAGED STAINLESS STEEL WALL PANEL IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA NEAR THE BREAD OVEN. MUST REPAIR.
55
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: REFER TO VIOLATION #60
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39
Oct 19, 2018
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS IN KITCHEN, INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
40
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: MOIST WIPING CLOTH PLACED ON CLEAN SHELVES RACK. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP IN A SANITIZER BUCKET
41
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS, INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN
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86
Apr 19, 2017
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS THRU OUT WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN UNDER AND AROUND ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT. OBSERVED STANDING WATER UNDER THE DISH MACHINE LOCATED ON THE 1ST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STANDING WATER AND MAINTAIN.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CEILING WITH ACCUMULATED DUST DEBRIS LOCATED ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND PREP COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
35
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER LOCATED BY THE BUS STATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MOP HEADS BEING STORED DOWNWARD IN MOP BUCKET LOCATED BY THE UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL MOP HEADS UPRIGHT AND MAINTAIN.
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May 27, 2016
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining(Walk in cooler shelving/rack in prep area(bsmt), walk in cooler, and catering walk in cooler, that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced. Cutting boards that had deep cuts in kitchen prep areas, shall be replaced. Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust in front prep area, coffee station areas, shall be repaired/replaced. Caulk around exposed hand sink, and dish machine in prep area in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining(Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment in prep areas not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in bsmt prep area, that had damaged/broken floor tiles, shall be repaired/replaced. Floors in bsmt prep areas need re-grouting. Floors in catering areas need re-grouting).
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining(Stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage, in bsmt storage areas, and catering areas).
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86
May 19, 2016
Routine
10 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: Found/observed potentially hazardous foods not meeting temperature requirements of 40F or less in reach in cooler at front prep area(1st floor)List of potentially hazardous foods not meeting temperature requirements of 40F or less, are as follows: Roast beef, at 49.7 F, and 48.5F, ham at 47.8F, 50.4F, cooked chicken at 46.5F. Also found milk in reach in cooler in coffee station at 46.7F, 48.2F, mgmt. discarded products at once, Approximate value $200.00, 32 lbs. Citation issued 7-38-005(A). Critical violation.(cooler air tem was at 41.5F).
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: Found/observe employee's not washing their hands while changing gloves, preparing/handling ready to eat foods, sandwiches, preparing drink, coffee's), in 1s floor prep area, and in bsmt catering areas while packaging sandwiches at time of inspection. Citation issued 7-38-010(A), critical violation.
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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: Found/observed front entrance/exit revolving door not rodent proofed, revolving door had gaps on bottom, sides of door ranging from 1/4 inch, to more than 1 inch gap/hole, also observed exit/entrance side doors not rodent proofed, doors had gaps on middle of doors ranging from1/4 inch, to 1/2 inch at time of inspection. Citation issued 7-38-020, Serious violation.
18
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found some food items not properly dated in walk in cooler, must properly date food items in walk in cooler.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler shelving/rack in prep area(bsmt), walk in cooler, and catering walk in cooler, that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced. Cutting boards that had deep cuts in kitchen prep areas, shall be replaced. Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust in front prep area, coffee station areas, shall be repaired/replaced. Caulk around exposed hand sink, and dish machine in prep area in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler shelving/racks in prep area, catering area walk in coolers, not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Prep table lower shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Non food contact surfaces of ice machine, pop dispensing unit not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Kitchen, catering storage shelving/racks not clean, had excess dirt, not clean, needs 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 heavy equipment, cooking equipment in prep areas not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in bsmt prep area, that had damaged/broken floor tiles, shall be repaired/replaced. Floors in bsmt prep areas need re-grouting. Floors in catering areas need re-grouting.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Damaged/ missing ceiling tiles in prep areas, shall be repaired/replaced, walls that had peeling paint, exposed plaster in catering area, shall be repaired/sealed.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: 3 compartment sink faucets leaking at neck, loose, shall be repaired/replaced. exposed hand sink in prep area had leaking faucet, shall be repaired/replaced. 1 compartment sink in catering area, by coffee station, had no hot running water, only cold water, must provide hot, and cold running water to 1 compartment sink for next routine inspection, per supervisor J. Salazar.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage, in bsmt storage areas, and catering areas.
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Mar 25, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILINGS,WALLS AND ATTACHED FAN GUARDS INSIDE WALK IN COOLERS NOT CLEAN,DUSTY.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHTS NOT SHIELDED ABOVE FIRST FLOOR PREP AREAS.MUST INSTALL.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLEAN EQUIPMENT NOT MAINTAINED,IE DUST PANS STORED DIRTY ON WALLS.MUST CLEAN AFTER USE.
41
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2 FOODHANDLERS PREP FOODS AND NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS.MUST PROVIDE.
42
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: ONE EMPLOYEE ON DUTY NOT PROVIDED WITH THE NEW IDPH FOOD SAFETY CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE ALL CERTIFICATE FOR ALL EMPLOYEE BY NEXT ROUTINE INSPECTION.
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78
Jun 3, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: BULK-FOOD CONTAINER NOT LABELED, INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: CLEAN CUTTING BOARD STORED ON FLOOR, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP OFF FLOOR.
31
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: STANDING WATER BEHIND ICE MAKER AT FIRST FL, ISNTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CREVICE NOTED ON KITCHEN WALL IN BASEMENT, INSTRUCTED TO SEAL.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: CONDENSATION NOTED IN WALK-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTE DTO REPAIR.
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78
Oct 1, 2013
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REATTACH THE WALL COVING AT THE BOTTOM OF STAIRWAY CASE LEADING TO THE BASEMENT.
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Sep 24, 2013
Routine
10 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: DURING INSPECTION OBSERVED OVER 30 SMALL FLIES ON PREMISES IN THE CUSTOMER DINING AREA AND IN THE BASEMENT KITCHEN AREA ON WALLS. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND PEST CONTROL PROVIDE SERVICE.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: DURING INSPECTION OBSERVED THE BASEMENT HIGH TEMPERATURE MACHINE NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. TEMPERATURE GAUGE IS NOT REACHING THE MINIMUM OF 180F. MUST ALWAYS REACH 180F WITH A WORKING THERMOSTAT GAUGE. MUST REPAIR. CDI.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE SOUP LADDLE. FOUND SOUP LADDLE HANGING ON A PIPE NEXT TO THE HAND WASHING SINK.
31
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR PANEL AT THE CORNERS OF THE BASEMENT ICE MACHINE.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REGROUT IN FRONT OF THE BASEMENT DISH MACHINE AND ON THE 1ST FLOOR MAIN PREP LINE AREA IN FRONT OF HAND WASHING SINK.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REATTACH THE WALL COVING AT THE BOTTOM OF STAIRWAY CASE LEADING TO THE BASEMENT.
35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST RECAULK WALL WHERE IT MEETS WITH THE DISH WASHING MACHINE SPRAYING AREA. FOUND GRIME BUILD-UP.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR NON WORKING EXHAUST VENTS AT ALL RESTROOMS ON PREMISES 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LEAK UNDER PIPE AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE COFFEE PREPARATION AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST DECLUTTER AND ORGANIZE THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA IN THE BASEMENT.
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Sep 17, 2012
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: INADEQUATE FOOD PROTECTION, FOUND INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MAKER WITH GRAY SLIME AND DIRT BUILD UP, INSTRUCTED MGR TO CLEAN ICE MAKER PROPERLY AND MAINTAIN.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: DISPOSABLE PLASTIC CUPS ARE USED AS A SCOOP FOR FLOUR, INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER UTENSILS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: PIPES AND FAN COVER INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER NOT CLEAN, ALSO INTERIOR SURFACES OF PREP COOLERS BEHIND DRAWERES NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED MGR TO CELAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE, FLOOR DRAINS AND CORNERS NOT CLEAN, HEAVY GRASE AND ACCUMMULATED FOOD DEBRIS NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP FLOOR 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: CREVICES NOTED AT WALL BASE TILES, INSTRUCTED TO SEAL.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES PERSONAL ITEMS STORED ON FOOD SHELVES, INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN DESIGNATED AREA AWAY FROM FOOD STORAGE.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS, INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL WITH PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Aug 4, 2011
Tag Removal
No violations found.
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Aug 1, 2011
Suspected Food Poisoning
5 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. FOUND PREP COOLER AT FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA AT 52.7F, INSTRUCTED MGR TO KEEP ALL COOLERS AT 40F OR LOWER. COOLER IS TAGGED NOT ALLOWED TO USE FOR PERISHABLE STORAGE, MUST FAX A TAG REMOVAL REQUEST WHEN READY.
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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. FOUND THE FOWLING FOOD ITEMS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: 3LBS OF CHICKEN SALAD AT 51.6F, 2 LBS OF TUNA SALAD AT 51.8F, 4LBS OF LIQUID EGGS AT 53.4F, ALL ITEMS STORED AT PREP AND DRAWER COOLER. MUST KEEP SUCH FOOD ITEMS STORED AT 40F OR LOWER. FOOD DISCARDED VALUED AT $60.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees. FOUND CATERING KITCHEN HAND SINK WITHOUT HANDS WASHING SOAP. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MONITOR EMPLOYEES HYGIENIC PRACTICES.
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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. RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE PREP COOLER IN BASEMENT KITCHENS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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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. STANDING WATER UNDER DISH MACHINE AT BASEMENT LEVEL. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP DRY.
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May 5, 2011
Complaint
7 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.
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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. CLEAN CUTTING BOARDS STORED ON FLOOR, INSTRUCTED TO STORE ELEVATED 6" OFF FLOOR.
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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. PAPER CUPS ARE USED AS A SCOOP FOR BULK FOODS, INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER, UTENSILS.
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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. MISSING GROUT BETWEEN FLOOR TILES UNDER DISH MACHINE AND PREP AREAS, STANDING WASTE WATER AT FLOOR CORNERS IN BASEMENT AND UNDER 1ST FLOOR COFFEE STATION, INSTRUCTED TO GROUT FLOORS AND MINIMIZE STANDING WATER.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. LEAKY PIPE UNDER 1ST FLOOR HAND SINK, GREASE BUILD-UP AT VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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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 PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS, INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. PAPER CUPS IS USED TO SCOOP UP ICE, INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER UTENSILS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Corner Bakery Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Corner Bakery Cafe on file is from Nov 15, 2023. The public record contains 23 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Corner Bakery Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited 12 times, more than any other issue at Corner Bakery Cafe.
Has Corner Bakery Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Corner Bakery Cafe have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Corner Bakery Cafe 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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