Davids Tea

1645 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Sep 6, 2017

Score

Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Davids Tea stretching back to 2012. 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 two violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “premises maintained free of litter” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Davids Tea is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 6, 2017

Reinspection

2 minor violations.

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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR BEHIND ICE MACHINE IN REAR STORAGE AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: OBSERVVED ITEMS IN REAR STORAGE AREA NOT ELEVATED 6INCHES OFF FLOOR.MUST ELEVATE AND MAINTAIN.

Aug 30, 2017

Routine

4 minor violations.

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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

Inspector notes: FOOD ICE NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE. INSIDE OF ICE MACHINES OBSERVED BLACK, BROWN AND REDISH SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON THE INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINES ON REAR STORAGE AREA. ICE IS BEING USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. MUST TURN OFF ICE MACHINES REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR SURFACES CLEANED AND SANITIZED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR BEHIND ICE MACHINE IN REAR STORAGE AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector notes: VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETER NEEDED AT THE MILK UPRIGHT REFRIGERATOR IN FRON PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: OBSERVVED ITEMS IN REAR STORAGE AREA NOT ELEVATED 6INCHES OFF FLOOR.MUST ELEVATE AND MAINTAIN.

Oct 4, 2016

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 29, 2016

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time

Inspector notes: Found dishwasher in disrepair, and unable to be operated. Dishwasher pump not functioning correctly. Advised must maintain dishwasher to properly wash, rinse and sanitize utensils and equipment. Critical violation 7-38-030.

Oct 13, 2015

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Oct 5, 2015

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

Inspector notes: FOOD ICE NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE. INSIDE OF ICE MACHINES OBSERVED BLACK, BROWN AND REDISH SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON THE INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINES AT THE FRONT PREP AREA AND REAR STORAGE AREA. ICE IS BEING USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. MUST TURN OFF ICE MACHINES REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR SURFACES CLEANED AND SANITIZED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)

Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

Inspector notes: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS OVERFLOWING PREVENTING LID FROM CLOSING PROPERLY ALSO OBSERVED GARBAGE PLASTIC BAGS FULL OF GARBAGE SURROUNDING DUMPSTERS. THIS IS A FOOD SOURCE FOR RODENTS AND OTHER PEST. MUST MAINTAIN GARBAGE AREA ADEQUATELY MAINTAINED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020

Sep 8, 2014

Routine

4 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: NO CITY FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS A MILK BASE TEA. CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012

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

Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A SPLASH GUARD AT THE FRONT PREP AREA AROUND THE EXPOSED HAND SINK.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE DEBRIS.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY ELEVATE STOCK 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND AWAY FROM THE WALL FOR CLEANING AND PEST MONITORING PURPOSES.

Oct 12, 2012

License

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Davids Tea last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Davids Tea on file is from Sep 6, 2017. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Davids Tea?

Across the inspection record, “premises maintained free of litter” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Davids Tea.

Has Davids Tea's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Davids Tea have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Davids Tea 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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