Eva's Coffee
Last inspected: Nov 21, 2018
55
Score
Going back to 2010, Eva's Coffee has 16 inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Nov 21, 2018. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme. The file hasn't been updated since Nov 21, 2018, so take the current picture with that in mind.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “premises maintained free of litter”, showing up six times.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Eva's Coffee's 55 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 21, 2018
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed
Inspector notes: 3-301.11(B)- OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER HANDLE/PREPARE TOASTED BAGEL, SPREAD CREAM CHEESE ONTO TOASTED BAGEL, READY TO EAT FOOD WITH BARE HAND CONTACT AT BACK COUNTER AREA. INFORMED MANAGER THAT BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOODS IS NOT ALLOWED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO USE BARRIERS SUCH AS TONGS AND OR SINGLE USE GLOVES TO PREVENT BARE HAND CONTACT. VIOLATION CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION # 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11- FOUND NO COMPLETE PROCEDURES ON SITE FOR THE CLEAN UP OF VOMITING AND DIAREAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUE.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14 (N)- OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO COMPLY AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012(A). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: 2-102.12- OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (TCS) WHERE BEING PREPARED AND/OR SERVED, SLICED TOMATOES, DELI HAM MEAT, ETC. INFORMED SITE THAT CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE WHENEVER TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND/OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14- OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK AT REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SIGNAGE IN SAID AREA. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-203.112(B)- OBSERVED NO INTERNAL THERMOMETER MEASURING DEVICE INSIDE FRIDGE AND FREEZER COMBO UNIT AT MAIN BAR AND SERVICE BAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13- OBSERVED ILLINOIS FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MAINTAIN.
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Jul 10, 2017
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOUND FOODS NOT IN THEIR ORIGINAL PACKAGING INSIDE SMALL PLASTIC FOOD CONTAINERS INSIDE BOOTH REFRIGERATORS.INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS PROPERLY LABEL FOODS NOT FOUND IN THEIR ORIGINAL CONTAINERS AT ALL TIMES. All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST PROVIDE.
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Aug 26, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 18, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED AND MAINTAINED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 1588513 DATED:11/18/2015. 35 NOTED BROKEN WALL UNDERNEATH THE HAND WASH SINK AT THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. 02/18/2016. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT NOTED VIOLATION BY 8/25/2016 AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN INTERIORS OF CABINETS AT FRONT SERVICE AREA AND INTERIORS OF COOLERS,STOVE/OVEN AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER INSIDE THE FURNACE ROOM.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND ORGANIZE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE STOCK ITEMS IN THE DRY STORAGE CLOSET AT LEAST 6" INCHES OF THE FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER IN PREP AREA WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS WHEN WORKING AROUND OPEN FOODS AND MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENT NOT MET.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.
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Nov 18, 2015
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS AND FREEZERS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME, PREPARED BY DATE AND/OR USED BY DATE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED ICE SCOOP HOLDER INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN ICE SCOOP HOLDER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED SLIGHT DISCOLORATION INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED BROKEN WALL UNDERNEATH THE HAND WASH SINK AT THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NOTED NO LIGHT IN THE ROOM WITH COOKING STOVE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHTING FOR THE ROOM.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED DIRTY WASH CLOTHS ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO STORE WASH CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Oct 8, 2014
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE AND INTERIOR OF THE REFRIGERATOR.
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Sep 12, 2013
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN COUNTER TOPS AND THE TOP OF DISH WASHER TO REMOVE COFFEE BEANS. ALSO DEFROST TOP COMPARTMENT(FREEZER) OF SMALL REFRIGERATOR TO REMOVE ICE BUILD UP.
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Aug 3, 2012
Routine
No violations found.
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Aug 2, 2012
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: NO RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE/NOT CONNECTED TO CITY OF CHICAGO WATER. INST. TO CORRECT SAME, CRITICAL CITATION 7-38-030 ISSUED. OWNER USING A GARDEN HOSE CONNECTED TO NEXT DOOR TO SUPPLY WATER TO BLDG./RESTAURANT.
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Aug 2, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jul 25, 2011
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Serious violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #612348 ON 7/15/11 NOT CORRECTED: 24/01- THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE IS IMPROPERLY MAINTAINED. THE DISHMACHINE IS UNABLE TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE DISHES OR UTENSILS. THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE IS IN POOR REPAIR. PREMISES DOES NOT HAVE A 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE UTENSILS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #14.
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Jul 22, 2011
Consultation
5 minor violations.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE IS IMPROPERLY MAINTAINED. MACHINE IS NOT RUNNING ACCORDING TO MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. THERE IS NO SEPARATE WASH AND RINSE CYCLE. THE MACHINE ONLY CYCLES FOR 10-15 SECONDS. ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER'S PLATE ON THE MACHINE, THERE SHOULD BE A 70 SECOND WASH CYCLE AND A 10 SECOND RINSE CYCLE. ALSO OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE MACHINE NOT CLEAN WITH A LAYER OF DEBRIS ON THE INSIDE OF THE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF MACHINE AND REPAIR IT SO THAT IT RUNS WITH A WASH AND RINSE CYCLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST STORE BOXES OF STOCK OFF OF THE CLOSET FLOOR.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. INSTALL A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE FOR THE MEN'S RESTROOM DOOR.
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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 INSIDE OF THE REFRIGERATOR IN THE OFFICE AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST HANG MOPS TO AIR DRY IN THE UTILITY CLOSET.
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Jul 15, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE IS IMPROPERLY MAINTAINED. MACHINE IS NOT RUNNING ACCORDING TO MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. THERE IS NO SEPARATE WASH AND RINSE CYCLE. THE MACHINE ONLY CYCLES FOR 10-15 SECONDS. ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER'S PLATE ON THE MACHINE, THERE SHOULD BE A 70 SECOND WASH CYCLE AND A 10 SECOND RINSE CYCLE. ALSO OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE MACHINE NOT CLEAN WITH A LAYER OF DEBRIS ON THE INSIDE OF THE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF MACHINE AND REPAIR IT SO THAT IT RUNS WITH A WASH AND RINSE CYCLE IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST STORE BOXES OF STOCK OFF OF THE CLOSET FLOOR.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. INSTALL A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE FOR THE MEN'S RESTROOM DOOR.
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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 INSIDE OF THE REFRIGERATOR IN THE OFFICE AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST HANG MOPS TO AIR DRY IN THE UTILITY CLOSET.
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Aug 18, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jul 13, 2010
Consultation
11 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: SEE REPORT FROM 7-9-2010 FOR DESCRIPTION OF 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: SEE REPORT FROM 7-9-2010 FOR DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: SEE REPORT FROM 7-9-2010 FOR DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: SEE REPORT FROM 7-9-2010 FOR DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEE REPORT FROM 7-9-2010 FOR DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEE REPORT FROM 7-9-2010 FOR DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: SEE REPORT ON 7-9-2010 FOR DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: SEE REPORT FROM 7-9-2010 FOR DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: SEE REPORT FROM 7-9-2010 FOR DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: SEE REPORT FROM 7-9-2010 FOR DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: SEE REPORT FROM 7-9-2010 FOR DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION.
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Jul 9, 2010
License
11 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 180F. FOUND RESIDENTIAL DISH MACHINE ON SITE AND PREMISES UNABLE TO PROPERLY WASH,RINSE AND SANITIZE MULTI USE ITEMS. MUST PROVIDE A COMMERCIAL GRADE HIGH TEMP DISH MACHINE WITH APPROPRIATE TEMPERATURE GAUGE, A COMMERICAL GRADE LOW TEMP DISH MACHINE WITH AN APPROVED CHEMICAL SANITIZING SOLUTION OR A METAL 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH ATTACHED GREASE TRAP AND DRAIN BOARD. MUST ALSO REMOVE RESIDENTIAL DISH MACHINE ON SITE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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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: all necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. MUST PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE. SERIOUS VIOLATION # 7-38-020.
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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. FOUND EXPOSED BRICK FLOORS IN PREP AREA AND TOILET ROOMS. FLOORS IN TOILET ROOMS AND IN ANY ROOM IN WHICH FOOD OR DRINK IS STORED OR PREPARED OR IN WHICH UTENSILS ARE WASHED SHALL BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST REMOVE EXPOSED BRICK FROM FLOORS IN TOILET ROOMS AND IN PREP AREA AND MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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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. SEAL OPENING ALONG FLOOR BASE BEHIND HOT WATER HEATER TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
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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. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND LIGHT SWITCH COVER TO THE RIGHT OF THE MOP CLOSET ROOM TO PREVENT INSECT HARBORAGE.
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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. FOUND EXPOSED BRICK WALLS IN PREP AREA. WALLS OF ALL ROOMS IN WHICH FOOD AND DRINK IS STORED,SOLD,PREPARED OR COOKED OR WHERE UTENSILS AND EQUIPMENT ARE WASHED SHALL BE NON-ABSORBENT,SMOOTH,WASHABLE AND EASILY CLEANED. MUST REMOVE EXPOSED BRICK WALLS FROM PREP AREA AND MAKE WALLS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. MUST PROVIDE MORE ADEQUATE LIGHTING OVER PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHEILDS OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS OVER PREP AREA.
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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 PROVIDE A BACKFLOW PREVENTER ON ALL COFFEE AND TEA MAKERS AND ICE MACHINE DIRECTELY CONNECTED TO THE WATER SUPPLY. IF BACKFLOW PREVENTER WAS PREVIOUSLY INSTALLED MUST LOCATE AND HAVE AVAILABLE FOR CDPH TO INSPECT. MUST ALSO PROVIDE A BACK FLOW DEVICE AT MOP SINK OR REMOVE THREADS.
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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. PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR EACH COOLER.
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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 PROVIDE SHELVING RACKS FOR DRY STORAGE AND MUST PROVIDE A DESIGNATED AREA FOR EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS.
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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. MUST PROVIDE A SANITARY STORAGE CONTAINER FOR ICE SCOOPS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Eva's Coffee last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Eva's Coffee on file is from Nov 21, 2018. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Eva's Coffee?
Across the inspection record, “premises maintained free of litter” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Eva's Coffee.
Has Eva's Coffee's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Eva's Coffee have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Eva's Coffee means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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