Cafe Cappucino, Inc — Cafe Cappuccino
Last inspected: Nov 3, 2016
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Score
Going back to 2010, Cafe Cappucino, Inc — Cafe Cappuccino has 12 inspections in the public record. Cafe Cappucino, Inc — Cafe Cappuccino was last inspected on Nov 3, 2016. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit. Note that Cafe Cappucino, Inc — Cafe Cappuccino's inspection history hasn't been updated since Nov 3, 2016; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around four violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.
“Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing 10 times across the record.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Cafe Cappucino, Inc — Cafe Cappuccino is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Nov 3, 2016
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: PLATES AT FRONT COUNTER AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED, INSTRUCTED TO INVERT, TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION,
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Oct 27, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: TOP AREA OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN, BLACK SLIMY MOLDY LOOKING SUBSTANCE INSIDE TOP AREA OF ICE MACHINE WHERE ICE IS DISPERSED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ICE MACHINE AND BETTER MAINTAIN, OBSERVED VACUUM PACKAGED PIZZA AND STEAKS FROM AN UNAPPROVED SOURCE WITH NO DATES OR LABELS STORED INSIDE FREEZER, OWNER STATES THAT THEY ARE FOR PERSONAL USE, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FROM PREMISES AND PRODUCT HAS TO COME FROM A LICENSE APPROVED SOURCE, INSTRUCTED TO RESTRICT AT ONCE, TO VACUUM PACKAGE ANY TYPE OF FOODS MUST HAVE APPROVAL FROM THE CDPH, SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-005(A)
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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: REAR DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF, APPROX., 1/4 GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOOR, INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY SEAL, TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY, SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-020
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR AVAILABLE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (PIZZAS, CHICKEN, FISH, ETC.) ARE BEING COOKED, PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT WAS INSTRUCTED THAT A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS BEING PREPARED OR SERVED, INSTRUCTED TO ENROLL IN A CLASS WITH PROOF OF ENROLLMENT OR ACTUAL CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED AND AVAILABLE, SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: PLATES AT FRONT COUNTER AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED, INSTRUCTED TO INVERT, TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION,
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILING TILE BADLY STAINED REAR PREP AND STORAGE AREAS, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CEILING TILE, LIGHT SHIELDS NOT CLEAN REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES BELONGS MUST BE STORED ONE DESIGNATED ITEMS, MUST RESTRICT STORING NEAR FOOD PRODUCT,
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Jan 11, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE OVERFLOWING GARBAGE CONTAINERS NOT BEING PROPERLY MAINTAINED, GARBAGE LIDS NOT COMPLETELY SEALED, INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE GARBAGE PICK, OR PROVIDE ADDITIONAL GARBAGE CONTAINERS, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REACH-IN FRONT PREP AREA COOLER BY PIZZA STATION IN POOR REPAIR, GASKET NOT MAINTAINED BROKEN, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, AND RUSTY WIRE SHELVING IN PREP COOLER BY COOKING AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, SEAL OR REPLACE,
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR NOT CLEAN UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT, FRONT AND REAR OF STORE, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN DAILY, OBSERVED CIGARETTES BUTTS FRONT AND REAR ENTRY AREAS RESTAURANT ON GROUND, INSTRUCTED THAT SMOKING MUST BE DONE 15 FEET AWAY FROM ENTRANCE,
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILING TILE MISSING AND BADLY STAINED REAR PREP AND STORAGE AREAS, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CEILING TILE AND PROVIDE TILE THATS MISSING,
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: THERMOMETER NOT VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,
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Feb 19, 2015
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST FINISH UNFINISHED WALL AND FRAME IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE DEAD LIGHT BULB IN KITCHEN HOOD (LEFT SIDE) AND MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL LIGHTING IN REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING. MUST REORGANIZE.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOUND NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Feb 17, 2015
Reinspection
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #1522743 ISSUED ON 02-06-2015: #38 - No exposed hand sink in bar drink prep/utensil washing area. Must install exposed hand sink in bar prep area. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: VIOLATION UPGRADED TO CRITICAL VIOLATION #14.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD/DIVIDER BETWEEN EXPOSED HAND SINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINBOARD IN REAR AREA.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE BEHIND UPPER PANEL.--------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF BEVERAGE CABINET WITH WATER POOLING TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE IN SERVER/WAIT STATION.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN KITCHEN HOOD AND FILTERS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DUST BUILD-UP.---------MUST REPLACE MISSING AND WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE REAR STORAGE AREA.---------MUST FINISH UNFINISHED WALL AND FRAME IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE DEAD LIGHT BULB IN KITCHEN HOOD (LEFT SIDE) AND MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL LIGHTING IN REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING. MUST REORGANIZE.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOUND NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Feb 6, 2015
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 1459941 ISSUED ON 05-20-2014. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-42-090 #38 - No exposed hand sink in bar drink prep/utensil washing area. Must install exposed hand sink in bar prep area.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE BEHIND UPPER PANEL.--------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF BEVERAGE CABINET WITH WATER POOLING TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE IN SERVER/WAIT STATION.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN KITCHEN HOOD AND FILTERS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DUST BUILD-UP.---------MUST REPLACE MISSING AND WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE REAR STORAGE AREA.---------MUST FINISH UNFINISHED WALL AND FRAME IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE DEAD LIGHT BULB IN KITCHEN HOOD (LEFT SIDE) AND MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL LIGHTING IN REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING. MUST REORGANIZE.
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May 30, 2014
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: No exposed hand sink in bar drink prep/utensil washing area. Must install exposed hand sink in bar prep area.
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May 20, 2014
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (PIZZAS,CHICKEN, FISH, ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: --PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY WAS NOT DISPLAYED. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010B.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR(S) VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#1329314 DATED:05/29/2013. 32 No protective barrier between rear exposed hand sink and drainboard. Must install washable splashguard/protective barrier. 08/29/2013 38 No visible backflow prevention on water supply to ice machine. Must install same. Remove threaded faucet from 3 compartment sink. Replace with non-threaded faucet. 08/29/2013. MUST CORRECT NOTED VIOLATIONS ABOVE BY 5/27/14. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE WATER STAINED/DAMAGED CEILING TILES AT REAR STORAGE AREAS NEAR THE ICE MACHINE AND REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON THE VENTILATION COVERS INSIDE THE TOILET ROOMS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULB ABOVE THE PIZZA OVEN REAR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: No exposed hand sink in bar drink prep/utensil washing area. Must install exposed hand sink in bar prep area. Provide a backflow prevention device to the coffee expresso machine at bar area.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE DISPENSING UTENSILS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED INSIDE A CLEAN CONTAINER.
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No smoking regulations
Inspector notes: THE REQUIRED NO SMOKING SIGNS NOT POSTED. MUST POST SIGNS IN VIEW. 7-32-020(A).
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May 29, 2013
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: No exposed hand sink in bar drink prep/utensil washing area. Must install exposed hand sink in bar prep area.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: No protective barrier between rear exposed hand sink and drainboard. Must install washable splashguard/protective barrier.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of ice machine not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Damaged/broken floor tiles in rear kitchen/prep/storage areas, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls behind oven in prep area not smooth and easily cleanable, wall had rough surfaces, gaps. Shall be repaired/sealed in order to be smooth and easily cleanable.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: No visible backflow prevention on water supply to ice machine. Must install same. Remove threaded faucet from 3 compartment sink. Replace with non-threaded faucet.
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No smoking regulations
Inspector notes: Required 'no smoking' signs not posted. Must post signs.
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Sep 6, 2011
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: No Certified Food Manager on premises when potentially hazardous foods are being prepared and served-raw chicken in cooler at 42.0 F. Instructed that a Certified Food Manager must be on premises during hours of operation. Serious citation issued 7-38-012.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Storage shelves and cabinets, coolers and unused equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor behind equipment and in corner not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling not maintained in rear prep and storage area. Instructed to replace damaged ceiling tile. Ventilation covers thru-out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean clean. Coving not installed along wallbase thru-out premises. Instructed to install coving.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light not working inside storage room. Instructed to replace non-working bulb.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided inside front cooler. Instructed to provide thermometer and have conspiuous inside cooler.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Rear storage room and corners along side of equipment not cleaned. Instructed to elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.
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Sep 22, 2010
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION
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Sep 14, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM PREVIOUS REPORT #34267,DATED 05-27-09,#32 INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SPLASHGUARD BETWEEN HANDSINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK,#41 POKER MACHINES FOR CUSTOMER'S USE ARE IN A ROOM IN REAR AREA ,IS ONLY ACCESSIBLE BY TRAVELING THROUGH THE FOOD SUPPLY STORAGE AREA,MUST REMOVE MACHINES OR PLACE IN DINING AREA;MINOR BECOMES SERIOUS VIOLATION,;CITATION ISSUED ,GIVEN 5 DAYS 09-21-10 TO CORRECT THE VIOLATIONS;SPOKE TO THE OWNER AND CERTIFIED MANAGER CARMELLA OVER THE PHONE AND EXPLAINED WHAT ARE TO BE CORRECTED
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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. EXTERIOR SIDE OF THE PREP COOLER UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN,INTERIOR COOLER AND VENT COVER UNCLEAN ,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN;UNDER FRYER MACHINE WITH ACCUMULATED DUST MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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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. COUNTERTOP WITH THE MIXER MACHINE UNCLEAN,CABINETS UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK BAR AREA UNCLEAN,ALL CABINETS UNCLEAN,MUST BE CLEAN AND MAINTAINED
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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/BEHIND COOLER,WATER BOILER,UNDER CAPPUCCINO MACHINE,UNDER ICE BIN,MUST BE CLEANED AND MAINTAINED
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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. CEILING TILES WITH HOLES IN THE COOKING AREA ,REAR STORAGE AREA MUST BE SEALED
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cafe Cappucino, Inc — Cafe Cappuccino last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cafe Cappucino, Inc — Cafe Cappuccino on file is from Nov 3, 2016. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cafe Cappucino, Inc — Cafe Cappuccino?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at Cafe Cappucino, Inc — Cafe Cappuccino.
Has Cafe Cappucino, Inc — Cafe Cappuccino's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Cafe Cappucino, Inc — Cafe Cappuccino have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Cafe Cappucino, Inc — Cafe Cappuccino 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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