Delightful Pastries
Last inspected: Aug 8, 2017
90
Score
Delightful Pastries has been inspected 10 times since 2011. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 8, 2017. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. The file hasn't been updated since Aug 8, 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.
“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Aug 8, 2017
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed peeling paint and rust on drying rack above 3 compartment sink. Must remove peeling paint and rust. Must paint or seal to make surface smooth and easily cleanable. Must maintain same.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: No metal stem thermometer on site. Must provide metal stem thermometer to test internal food temperatures of potentially hazardous foods. Must maintain same.
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Jul 26, 2017
Routine
4 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: Observed no city of Chicago certified food manager on site while potentially hazardous foods (soups, sandwiches, etc.) being prepped. Instructed must have a city of Chicago certified food manager on site while all potentially hazardous foods are being prepped, cooked, and/or served. Serious violation 7-38-012.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Observed previous minor violations from report # 1976489, dated 12/05/16, not corrected. Must correct the following previously issued minor violations: #33 OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF BLACKISH RESIDUE ON THE PLATES OF THE PANINI PRESS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE PANIN PRESS AND MAINTAIN. #41 OBSERVED EMPLOYEE JACKETS BEING STORED ON FOOD SERVICE SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO STORE EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS AWAY AND SEPARATE FROM FOOD SERVICE ITEMS. Serious violation 7-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed peeling paint and rust on drying rack above 3 compartment sink. Must remove peeling paint and rust. Must paint or seal to make surface smooth and easily cleanable. Must maintain same.
32
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: No metal stem thermometer on site. Must provide metal stem thermometer to test internal food temperatures of potentially hazardous foods. Must maintain same.
40
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Dec 5, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF BLACKISH RESIDUE ON THE PLATES OF THE PANINI PRESS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE PANIN PRESS AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE JACKETS BEING STORED ON FOOD SERVICE SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO STORE EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS AWAY AND SEPARATE FROM FOOD SERVICE ITEMS.
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Mar 28, 2016
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A CRACKED AND BROKEN HANDLE ON THE TWO DOOR REACH IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Apr 24, 2015
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION CORRECTED.
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Feb 26, 2015
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A STOPPER FOR THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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May 1, 2014
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE 3 WORKING STOPPERS AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
38
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May 20, 2013
Routine
No violations found.
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Dec 23, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Oct 28, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180 F. THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE HAS NO SANITIZING RINSE. THE MANAGER OF THE ADJACENT KIOSK WILL LET THE ABOVE BUSINESS TO USE THERE PROPERLY OPERATING MACHINE. Dish machine tagged held for inspection until repaired and inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health. Fax a tag removal request to (312) 746-4240 when the equipment is ready for re-inspection.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED MANAGER WAS PRESENT. THE ABOVE HAS HOT SOUP AND SANDWICHES WHICH ARE REHEATED ON SITE. A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: THE SINK AREA IS DIFFICULT TO ACCESS, REMOVE OR REORGANIZE THE BAKERY RACKS SO THE FOOD HANDLER HAS EASY ACCESS TO THE HAND WASHING AND PREP SINKS. All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.
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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. THE FOOD HANDLER IS REQUIRED TO WAER ADEQUATE HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE HANDLING FOOD.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Delightful Pastries last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Delightful Pastries on file is from Aug 8, 2017. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Delightful Pastries?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Delightful Pastries.
Has Delightful Pastries' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Delightful Pastries have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Delightful Pastries 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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