Flourish Bakery Cafe

1138 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Chicago, IL 60660
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Aug 1, 2011
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Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Flourish Bakery Cafe has four inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The most recent report on file is from Aug 1, 2011. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. No fresh inspection data is available: the latest entry for Flourish Bakery Cafe dates to Aug 1, 2011.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.

“Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

Flourish Bakery Cafe's latest score of 78 falls below the Chicago average of 81. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspection History
Aug 1, 2011
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DEEP CUTS ON CUTTING BOARDS AT FRONT PREP KITCHEN,AND DAMAGED DOWN SPOTS AT REAR EXIT FLOOR.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN FLOORS DRY IN BASEMENT WITH STANDING WATER,ELEVATE PRODUCTS AND UTENSILS 6" OFF THE FLOORS,AND CLEAR WEEDS AT REAR EXIT FLOORS AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPAIR DAMAGED CEILING WALLS IN BASEMENT,CLEAN STAINS ON WALLS IN REAR KITCHEN AT ICE MACHINE SECTION.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SLOW DRAING ON HAND SINKS IN TOILET.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN BASEMENT.
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Jul 25, 2011
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. NON-COMPLIANCE FOR PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS OF 08-13-10 REPORT #88505 #s 34& 35 #34( floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment, and storage shelving need cleaning(corners). #35(walls that had peeling paint, exposed insulation in rear kitchen, bsmt. storage areas shall be repair.CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 SERIOUS INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY WITH ABOVE PREVIOUS ORDERS BY RINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. COURT HAERING WILL BE ON 09-15-11 AT 400 W. SUPERIOR AVE.ROOM 112 AT 10:00am.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DEEP CUTS ON CUTTING BOARDS AT FRONT PREP KITCHEN,AND DAMAGED DOWN SPOTS AT REAR EXIT FLOOR.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DEBRIS AND STAINS ON THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENTS AND UTENSILS:EXTERIORS OF ICE MACHINE,DOORS ON DOUGH PROOFERS,WALK IN FREEZER FLOORS,CABINET STORAGES,VENT IN THE OFFICE,EXPOSE HAND WASH SINKS IN FRONT AND REAR PREPS,1COMP.SINK,TOILET BOWLS,2DOOR REACH IN COOLER AND MOP SINK.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN FLOORS DRY IN BASEMENT WITH STANDING WATER,ELEVATE PRODUCTS AND UTENSILS 6" OFF THE FLOORS,AND CLEAR WEEDS AT REAR EXIT FLOORS AREAS.
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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. REPAIR DAMAGED CEILING WALLS IN BASEMENT,CLEAN STAINS ON WALLS IN REAR KITCHEN AT ICE MACHINE SECTION.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKING PIPES ON EXPOSE HAND WASH SINKS IN REAR KITCHEN,AND SLOW DRAING ON HAND SINKS IN TOILET.
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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 REMOVE CLUTTER ON THE TOP OF ICE MACHINE ,CANNOT BE USE AS STORAGE DEVICE.REMOVE UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN BASEMENT AND PILE OF CARDBOARDS AT REAR EXIT DOOR,MAINT FREE OF LITTER.
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Aug 23, 2010
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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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. above violation still remaining.
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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. above violation still remaining.
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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. Use dustless cleaning methods. above violation still remaining.
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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. Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. above violation still remaining.
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Aug 13, 2010
Routine
6 minor violations.
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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. found, observed front entrance/exit door not rodent proofed, door had 1/2 inch gap on bottom of door shall be repair.citation issued#H000062812 with a court date of 9/16/2010 at 400 w superior in room #112 at 9:00am.
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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. non food contact of cooler shelving, storage shelving need cleaning.
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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. floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment, and storage shelving need cleaning(corners).
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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. Use dustless cleaning methods. walls that had peeling paint, exposed insulation in rear kitchen, bsmt. storage areas shall be repair.
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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. Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. light shields in kitchen prep areas not clean need detailed cleaning.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. 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. exhaust vents(ventilation)in prep areas, walk in coolers not clean need detailed cleaning. exhaust vents in bathrooms need cleaning.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Flourish Bakery Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Flourish Bakery Cafe on file is from Aug 1, 2011. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Flourish Bakery Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Flourish Bakery Cafe.

Has Flourish Bakery Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Flourish Bakery 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.