Demitasse
Last inspected: Feb 7, 2025
95
Score
Demitasse appears in inspection records 18 times, starting in 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 7, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.
Looking across the full record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” is the recurring theme, flagged eight times.
The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Demitasse on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 7, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOOD VENTILATION LIGHTS NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Jan 18, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER STORED ON FLOOR AT FRONT COFFEE BAR WALL AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Jan 13, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 1-17-2019, REPORT #2252692. #58-INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL THE PREPACKAGED DESSERTS AVAILABLE FOR CUSTOMER SELF-SERVICE AT THE CASH REGISTER WITH THE FOOD'S NAME, INGREDIENTS, NET CONTENTS, AND NAME AND ADDRESS OF MANUFACTURER/PACKER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED PROPERLY TO LABEL ALL PREPACKAGED FOODS AVAILABLE AT THE FRONT REGISTER.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE (WASTE CAN) INSIDE THE UNISEX WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 17, 2022
Complaint
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 1-17-2019, REPORT #2252692. #58-INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN RECORD TO ENFORCE VACCINATION STATUS FOR INDOOR DINING. Each covered entity shall develop and keep a written record describing the protocol for implementing and enforcing the requirements of this Order. Such written record shall be available for inspection upon request of any City official authorized to enforce this Order. 2-112-340. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF EMPLOYEE VACCINATION STATUS/TESTING. All covered entities shall comply with the standards outlined in Exhibit A to this Order relating to employee vaccination status and testing at covered locations, regardless of the number of their employees. Exhibit A is incorporated by reference to this Order and shall be deemed to have the same force and effect as if set forth here. 2-112-340. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINKS THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT. MUST PROVIDE.
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE NOT WEARING A MASK OR FACE COVERING WHILE SERVING FOOD TO CUSTOMERS. ALSO OBSERVED CASHIER NOT WEARING MASK OR FACE COVERING WHILE TAKING CUSTOMERS ORDERS. (a) Any individual, regardless of vaccination status, who is age two or older and able to medically tolerate a mask (a paper, fabric or cloth filter that securely covers the nose and the mouth) shall be required to wear a mask when indoors an any public place, which for purposes of this Order includes any common or share space in: (i) a residential multi-unit building or (ii) any non-residential building, unless otherwise provided for in the Phase 5 Guidance issued by the Office of the Mayor. 2-112-340. CITATION ISSUED.
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNAGE FOR PATRONS TO WEAR MASKS BEFORE ENTERING OR MUST HAVE PROOF OF VACCINATION STATUS FOR INDOOR DINING. b) All business shall prominently post signage, in a form prescribed by the Commissioner of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection, at each public accessible entrance to the business and at least one location inside the business that is conspicuously visible informing patrons that masks are required to be worn indoors, regardless of vaccination status. 2-112-340. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Feb 10, 2021
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION #58 NOT CORRECTED FROM JANUARY 17, 2019 AS REQUIRED; MUST CORRECT. #58 INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PLATES IN KITCHEN PREP AREA NOT INVERTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INVERT PLATES AFTER SANITIZING AND AIR DRYING.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE (WASTE CAN) UNISEX WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: REFER TO VIOLATION #60
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Jan 22, 2020
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A PROCEDURE AND SOME SUPPLIES ON HAND. INSTRUCTED ON ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES NEEDED: FACE MASK AND A DISINFECTANT THAT WILL KILL NOROVIRUS. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN ADDITIONAL SUPPLIES FOR KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION #58 NOT CORRECTED FROM JANUARY 17, 2019 AS REQUIRED; MUST CORRECT. #58 INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 ISSUED.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLERS OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: SEE VIO #60
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Jan 17, 2019
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY PROVIDED ON THE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 NO CLEAN-UP PROCEDURE ON PREMISES FOR VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CLEAN-UP PROCEDURE AND SUPPLIES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE INGREIDIENT IDENTITY FOR ALL PRE PACKAGED PRODUCTS FOR SALE AT THE FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367 THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER DID NOT HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING
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Apr 18, 2018
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL BAKED GOODS FOR RESALE ON FRONT COUNTER. LABELS MUST INCLUDE INGREDIENTS AND SALE BY DATE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR RIPPED SEAT COVERS IN BOOTHS IN THE CUSTOMER SEATING AREA. ALSO, DEFROST DEEP FREEZER BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM LOWER SHELVES ON PREP TABLE UNDER GRILL.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER. ALSO, REPAIR LEAKY PIPE UNDER 3-COMP SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE OR ORGANIZE EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN MANAGER'S OFFICER IN REAR.
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Jun 7, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: BASEMENT AREA FLOOR NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK AT PIPES OF LOW TEMP DISH MACHINE AND SLOW DRAINING OF ONE COMPARTMENT OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR,
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER REAR STORAGE OFFICE AREA AND REAR STORAGE AREA BY REAR DOOR, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
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Oct 20, 2016
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS PITTED, WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTD TO REPAIR/REPLACE SAME. EXTERIOR BOTTOM OF GREASE TRAP WITH RUSTY SURFACES. INSTD TO REMOVE RUST AND PAINT. INTERIOR OF UPRIGHT FREEZER WITH EXCESSIVE ICE BUILD-UP. INSTD TO DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 4, 2016
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: EXPOSED HANDSINK IN FRONT PREP AREA NOT MAINTAINED, PIPE DISCONNECTED, NO HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AT THIS EXPOSED HANDSINK. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL.
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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: MICE DROPPINGS (APPROX 30) SCATTERED ON FLOOR NEAR DISHMACHINE AND REAR STORAGE AREA. REAR DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF, APPROX 1/2 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM AND SIDES OF DOOR. INSTD TO REMOVE DROPPINGS. CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, RODENT PROOF DOORS. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CONDENSOR LINE LEAKING AT PREP COOLER. REPAIR SAME.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PIPE LEAKING UNDER DISHMACHINE AREA. REPAIR SAME.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MISSING THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COOLERS. PROVIDE SAME.
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Mar 3, 2015
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR/REPLACE LOOSE GASKETS AROUND DOORS TO PREP COOLER IN FOOD PREP AREA. PAINT RUSTY EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP COONECTED TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, AND RUSTY SHELF UNDERNEATH PREP TABLE NEAR BASEMENT DOOR
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND PAINT WALLS IN HALLWAY LEADING TO CUSTOMER WASHROOM.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: Any food handler working in the City of Chicago, unless that person has a valid Food Service Sanitation Manager Certificate is required to meet the food handler training requirement. If someone working in a facility that is not a food handler on a regular basis, but fills in as a food handler when needed, they too must have food handler training.
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Feb 24, 2015
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: NON COMPLIANT WITH PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOTED 3-21-14 ON REPORT# 1383440: -34- FLOOR NEEDS CLEANING BEHIND COOLERS)DIRT AND DEBRIS PRESENT), -38- MOP SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE TO VERIFY WHETHER IT HAS HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, -41- MASSIVE CLUTTER FOUND IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM AS WELL AS INSIDE MOP SINK MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO VERIFY WHETHER IT WORKS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR/REPLACE LOOSE GASKETS AROUND DOORS TO PREP COOLER IN FOOD PREP AREA. PAINT RUSTY EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP COONECTED TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, AND RUSTY SHELF UNDERNEATH PREP TABLE NEAR BASEMENT DOOR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS OF ALL COOLERS, GRILLS, FRYERS, COOKING STOVE,PREP TABLES, MEAT SLICER, AND MICROWAVE OVENS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND PAINT WALLS IN HALLWAY LEADING TO CUSTOMER WASHROOM. REAR EXIT DOOR STICKING UNABLE TO OPEN, NEED TO HAVE ADJUSTED TO ALLOW EASY ACCESS TO REAR OUTSIDE AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #29.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #29.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ALL ARTICLES IN REAR ENCLOSED AREA WHERE MOP SINK IS LOCATED, UPPER STORAGE AREA ABOVE DISHWASHING AREA AND IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM MUST BE PROPERLY STORED ELEVATED 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR. WHEN NOT IN USE,MOP HEAD SHOULD BE PROPERLY STORED UPRIGHT TO AIR DRY AND DIRTY MOP WATER DISCARDED TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING. ALL EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEMS MUST BE PROERLY STORED IN DESIGNATED AREAS.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: Any food handler working in the City of Chicago, unless that person has a valid Food Service Sanitation Manager Certificate is required to meet the food handler training requirement. If someone working in a facility that is not a food handler on a regular basis, but fills in as a food handler when needed, they too must have food handler training.
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Mar 21, 2014
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR BROKEN DOOR AT SMALL PREP COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN EXTERIOR OF LARGE PREP COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS BEHIND COOLERS AND COOKLINE IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE ACCESS TO THE MOP SINK TO VERIFY THAT IT WORKS PROPERLY.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM,ON THE INTERIOR OF THE MOP SINK AND IN MOP SINK AREA TO ALLOW ACCESS TO MOP SINK. MUST BETTER ORGANIZE REMAINING ITEMS AND STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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Feb 27, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF SERVICE PREP COOLER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DEBRIS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN SPOTS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DEBRIS, ALONG WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS IN KITCHEN AND IN COFFEE ROASTING ROOM.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OVER LIGHT IN COFFEE ROASTING ROOM. ALSO MUST CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD INSIDE REACH IN COOLER TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Feb 29, 2012
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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 PROPERLY LABEL BAKED GOODS, I.E., MUFFINS AND BAGELS WITH NAME, PHONE NUMBER AND ADDRESS OF ESTABLISHMENT OR DISTRIBUTOR AT ALL TIMES.
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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 REPLACE ALL CHIPPED PORCELAIN PLATES AT KITCHEN.MUST ALSO REMOVE ALUMINUM FOIL FROM REAR KITCHEN PREP TABLE.
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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.MUST DETAIL CLEAN UNDER BOTH GRILLS TO REMOVE EXCESS GREASE BUILD UP. MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FRYER AT MAIN COOKING LINE.
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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.MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS AT COFFEE SERVICE COUNTER TO REMOVE COFFEE BEANS FROM THE FLOOR. MUST ALSO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS AT KITCHEN TO REMOVE EXCESS FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE FROM UNDER ALL HEAVY KITCHEN EQUIPMENT.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: None of the operations connected with food establishments shall be conducted in any room used as living or sleeping quarters.MUST PROPERLY STORE STAFF PERSONAL BELONGINGS IN PERSONAL LOCKERS OR AWAY FROM FROM THE FRONT COFFEE SERVICE STATION.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR VENT AT STAFF/CUSTOMER TOILETROOM.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER AT FRONT REFRIGERATOR IN THE FRONT COFFEE SERVICE AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: 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.MUST ELEVATE ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR LOCATED UNDER WHITE BIN HOLDING CRATES. MUST ALSO DECLUTTER AND BETTER ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREA ROOM.MUST REPAIR OR REMOVE YOGURT MACHINE FROM PREMISES.
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Mar 3, 2011
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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. THE EAST SANDWICH PREP COOLER HAS A DIRTY DOOR, GASKET AND FAN SHIELD INSIDE WHICH NEEDS TO BE WASHED, RINSED AND SANITIZED.
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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. A GAP WAS FOUND IN THE WALL ABOVE THE BACK DOOR, REPAIR THE WALL.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. THE LIGHTING ABOVE THE COFFEE ROASTING AREA IS NOT SHIELDED, INSTALL SHEILDING.
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Aug 25, 2010
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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. Clean the grease buildup off of the salamander, hood and stove backsplash. Clean grease buildup off of the dishmachine interior.
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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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. Repair the leak inside the east lowboy cooler. Sanitize and air dry the immersion blender after each use.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: 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. Clean the grease can storage area of debris buildup.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Demitasse last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Demitasse on file is from Feb 7, 2025. The public record contains 18 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Demitasse?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Demitasse.
Has Demitasse's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Demitasse have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Demitasse means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Demitasse inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Demitasse is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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