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Express Cafe

3658 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2015
78
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Express Cafe three times, with records going back to 2013. The most recent visit was on Mar 27, 2015. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. Express Cafe's record stops at Mar 27, 2015, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.

“Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

The city-wide average sits at 81, which Express Cafe's 78 doesn't quite reach. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP DARK GROOVES MUST BE SANDED/BLEACHED OR REPLACED. OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS INSIDE UPRIGHT FREEZER IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN A FOOD GRADE BAGS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD-UP ON VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT WITH DIRT ACCUMULATION ON THE INTERIOR PANEL. MUST 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: OBSERED OPENINGS INTO CEILING AND WALL IN WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES FROM BASEMENT TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS STORED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT. MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOPS IN A CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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May 5, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found food items not properly dated in cooler, and reach in freezer, must properly date food items in cooler, and reach in freezer
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/sealed.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of reach in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need 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 1st floor, and bsmt storage areas(corners) not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light shields that were missing end caps in prep areas, and storage areas, shall be provided.
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Nov 22, 2013
License
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN BASEMENT AREA, BETWEEN 3 COMP SINK AND HAND SINK, AND PROVIDE WIRE RACK ABOVE 3 COMP SINK IN BASEMENT,
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS ON LIGHT INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, AND BASEMENT 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 PROVIDE A SELF-CLOSING DEVICE AT MEN BATHROOM DOOR,
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE WORKING SINK STOPPER FIRST FLOOR KITCHEN PREP AREA, ADDITION 3 COMP SINK IN BASEMENT, AND PROVIDE A BACK FLOW DEVICE AT COFFEE MACHINE,
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Express Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Express Cafe on file is from Mar 27, 2015. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Express Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Express Cafe.

Has Express Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Express Cafe have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Express 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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