Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
74
Score
Public records show 19 inspections at Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea stretching back to 2010. Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea was last inspected on Feb 4, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around one violation to closer to six violations per visit.
“Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” comes up most often, recorded 15 times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea's 74 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14 : OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN IN TOILET ROOM WITH FLUSHING HANDLE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
10
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: 2-402.11 : MUST PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINT FOR EMPLOYEES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD AT SHELVING UNITS IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM COUNTER TOPS,SHELVING UNITS ,STORAGE CABINETS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE COFFEE BEANS & GROUNDS, AND DIRT BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGOUT PREMISES INCLUDING BASEMENT STORAGE/STAFF BREAK ROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE DUST AND DIRT FROM WALL VENTS,OVERHEAD PIPES AND WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Jan 28, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF 2.5LBS. POTATO & CHIROZO WRAPS-54.9F-55.4F INSIDE OF PREP COOLER.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 2.5LBS. $54.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED0
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF 5- LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON EXCESSIVE DEBRIS AND COFFEE BEANS ON FLOOR AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER AND SEVERAL DEAD IN SAME AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/28/26.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE DUST AND DIRT FROM WALL VENTS,OVERHEAD PIPES AND WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE COFFEE BEANS & GROUNDS, AND DIRT BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGOUT PREMISES INCLUDING BASEMENT STORAGE/STAFF BREAK ROOM.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WHSING SIGN IN TOILET ROOM WITH FLUSHING HANDLE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
10
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINT FOR EMPLOYEES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD AT SHELVING UNITS IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM COUNTER TOPS,SHELVING UNITS ,STORAGE CABINETS.
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Mar 11, 2024
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN GASKETS ON THE INTERIOR OF TWO DOOR MILK COOLER IN THE REAR UTILITY ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND COFFEE FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS UNDER COOLING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, AND COFFEE BREWERS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NO MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN CUSTOMER RESTROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Feb 28, 2023
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Feb 21, 2023
Complaint
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: No hand wash sink provided at dish room. instructed to install. priority foundation violation 7-38-030.
10
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Utility hose running on floor under 3-comp sink, instructed to elevate to for proper cleaning.
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Apr 26, 2021
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HAND WASH SINK PROVIDED IN DISH ROOM, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL. PRIORTIY VIOLATION.NO CITATION ISSUED
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS UNDER FRONT COUNTER NOT CLEAN, TRASH AND FOOD DEBRIS NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 26, 2020
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: THE PERSON IN CHARGE NOT AWARE OF THE DAY-TO DUTIES OF THE CERTIFIED MANAGER OR SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION NEEDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE DURING THE INSPECTION, WHILE TCS FOOD (MILK)IS BEING SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED MANAGER ONSITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: FOUND INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACE OF ICE MACHINE IN FRONT PREP AREA NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPPING ALL FOOD ITEMS INCLUDING COFFEE PRODUCTS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND WET MOPS STORED IMPROPERLY IN REAR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HOOKS FOR MOPS TO PROPERLY DRY AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND LOOSE COFFEE AND DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE COFFEE MAKER BEHIND THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER, IN THE FURNACE ROOM, BASEMENT STORAGE, AND UNDER THE 3-COMP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ANN MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND CLUTTER IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE OR ORGANIZE CLUTTER AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. INFORMATION PROVIDED.
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Aug 14, 2019
Reinspection
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-204.11 OBSERVED NO HANDSINK NEAR REAR DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-204.112(B) OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS IN THE 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR AND REACH IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS UNITS.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: 2-402.11 OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS PREPPING FOOD WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPPING ALL FOOD ITEMS INCLUDING COFFEE PRODUCTS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS UNDER SHELVES AND TABLETOP EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREAS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED EXPOSED CEILING ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO COVER THE CEILING SO THAT IT IS SEALED, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE IN ALL PREP AREAS
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114 OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, PREP COOLERS AND PREP TABLES TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR FOOD DEBRIS. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Aug 7, 2019
Complaint
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT A CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR SANITIZER OR FOR WARE WASHING AREA. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE A TEST KIT THAT ACCURATELY MEASURES THE CONCENTRATION IN MG/L OF SANITIZING SOLUTION MUST BE PROVIDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDSINK NEAR REAR DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREP HAND SINK NOT MAINTAINED. NOTED HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT PREP HANDWASHING SINK AT 122F. INSTRUCTED HOT WATER MUST NOT EXCEED 120F AND MUST PROVIDE HOT WATER BETWEEN 100-120F AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS IN THE 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR AND REACH IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS UNITS.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS PREPPING FOOD WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPPING ALL FOOD ITEMS INCLUDING COFFEE PRODUCTS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS UNDER SHELVES AND TABLETOP EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREAS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPOSED CEILING ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO COVER THE CEILING SO THAT IT IS SEALED, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE IN ALL PREP AREAS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, PREP COOLERS AND PREP TABLES TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR FOOD DEBRIS. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Nov 20, 2018
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE, INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOOR NOT CLEAN UNDER MAIN COFFEE MAKER, DEBRIS AND DIRT NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 26, 2016
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining( Cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced. Caulk around 3 compartment sink in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced. Front counter shelving/doors in prep area had exposed raw wood, 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: Above violation still remaining(Walls that had peeling paint, exposed plaster in kitchen areas(1st floor), and in bsmt storage areas, shall be repaired/sealed).
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining(Missing light shields in rear kitchen area by 3 compartment sink, shall be provided).
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Sep 15, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: Found observed front entrance/exit revolving door not rodent proofed, door had gaps ranging from 1/4 inch., to 1/2 inch on bottom of door, also observed live fruit flies(gnats) 15 , by front counter customer area. Citation issued 7-38-020, serious violation.
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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/replaced. Caulk around 3 compartment sink in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced. Front counter shelving/doors in prep area had exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/replaced.
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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(exterior) in bsmt storage area not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Cooler shelving/racks in kitchen prep area 1st floor not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). bsmt counter top, shelving 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 in kitchen prep area under ice machine, 3 compartment sink not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors under front counter, front cooler not clean, had excess dirt/debris build up, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls that had peeling paint, exposed plaster in kitchen areas(1st floor), and in bsmt storage areas, shall be repaired/sealed.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Missing light shields in rear kitchen area by 3 compartment sink, shall be provided.
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Nov 5, 2015
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE SIDE FILTER INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE TO REMOVE SLIGHT GRIMMY BUILD-UP.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST INCREASE THE HOT WATER PRESSURE AT THE CUSTOMER RESTROOM HAND WASHING SINK. MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET EXTENSION ARM AT THE 3-COMP SINK AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST DECLUTTER AND BETTER ORGANIZE THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. FOUND VARIOUS ITEMS(BOXES, AND LARGE PLASTIC CONTAINERS) ON THE FLOOR. ALL ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
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Oct 28, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE HOT WATER FOR THE CUSTOMER RESTROOM HANDWASHING SINK. THE HOT WATER TEMP. WAS 66.9F DURING INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE HOT WATER AT A MINIMUM OF 85F DEGREES AT ALL TIMES. MUST REPAIR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE SIDE FILTER INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE TO REMOVE SLIGHT GRIMMY BUILD-UP.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST INCREASE THE HOT WATER PRESSURE AT THE CUSTOMER RESTROOM HAND WASHING SINK. MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET EXTENSION ARM AT THE 3-COMP SINK AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST DECLUTTER AND BETTER ORGANIZE THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. FOUND VARIOUS ITEMS(BOXES, AND LARGE PLASTIC CONTAINERS) ON THE FLOOR. ALL ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE ALL FOOD PREP STAFF MEMBERS WITH THEIR IDPH FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES.
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Oct 14, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MAKER NOT CELAN, DARK AND GRAY FILM AND SPOTS NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTIAN.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: NO HAND WASHING SIGNS INSIDE EMPLOYEES TOILET ROOMS, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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Sep 19, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE TO REMOVE SLIGHT GRIMMY BUILD-UP.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT PREMISES TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE FLOOR UNDER ALL PIPES AT THE ESPRESSO COFFEE MAKING AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST ADJUST TEMPERATURE VALVE AT BOTH HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE LADIES AND MEN'S RESTROOMS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE WET MOP HEADS UP TO PROPERLY DRY SO AS TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING.
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May 3, 2012
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS IN REAR.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS, IN BASEMENT STORAGE AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
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Mar 2, 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.E ICE MAKER NOT CLEAN INSIDE, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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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. NO THERMOMETER PROVIDED FOR PREP COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE IN THE WARMEST PART OF COOLER.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS, INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
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Jan 14, 2010
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: DAMAGED RUBBER GASKET FOR COOLER DOORS, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST KEEP REFRIGERATION THERMOMETER IN WARMEST PART OF COOLER, AND MUST BE VISIBLE TO MONITOR COOLER TEMPS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains 19 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 15 times, more than any other issue at Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea.
Has Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Intelligentsia Coffee & Tea is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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