Kafenio

111 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Sep 26, 2016

Score

Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Kafenio stretching back to 2015. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 26, 2016. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. The file hasn't been updated since Sep 26, 2016, so take the current picture with that in mind.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around two violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

“Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 26, 2016

Reinspection

2 minor violations.

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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: WHITE CABINET DOOR IN POOR REPAIR.MUST REPAIR/REPLACE DOOR ON CABINET IN PREP AREA.ALSO OBSERVED THE JUICER MACHINE PLASTIC LID CRACKED AND REPAIRED WITH TAPE AND GLUE. MUST REMOVE. INSTUCTED TO REPLACE LID OF JUICER.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: INTERIOR WALLS AND FAN GUARDS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER IN BASEMENT NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.

Sep 19, 2016

Routine

5 minor violations.

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Facilities to maintain proper temperature

Inspector notes: PREMISES DISPLAY COOLER MAINTAINING IMPROPER COLD TEMPERATURE OF 47.8F COOLER MUST MAINTAIN 40.0F OR BELOW. INSTRUCTED TO USE ADDITIONAL COOLERS ON PREMISES THATS 40.0F OR BELOW. COOLER WILL BE TAG HELD FOR INSPECTION.MUST CONTACT CDPH FOR TAG REMOVAL,CDI.CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005A.

Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

Inspector notes: FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MAINTAINED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE OF DISPLAY COOLER.APPROX 2LBS OF SPINACH QUICHE AT 49.8F,1 LB OF TOMATO GOAT CHEESE QUICHE AT 50.2F, 3-LBS CUT FRUIT CUPS WITH HONEY DEW MELONS AND CANTALPOE AT 50.8F,2 HAM/CHEESE CROSSANTS AT 50.2F.MUST MAINTAIN COLD FOODS AT 40.0F OR BELOW. ALL FOODS REMOVED AND DISCARDED BY MANAGER AT APPROX 6 LBS/$40.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005A

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: WHITE CABINET DOOR AND SILVER CABINET DOORS BELOW BOTH 1-COMP SINK BROKEN IN POOR REPAIR.MUST REPAIR DOORS ON BOTH CABINETS IN PREP AREA.ALSO OBSERVED THE JUICER MACHINE PLASTIC LID CRACKED AND REPAIRED WITH TAPE AND GLUE. MUST REMOVE. INSTUCTED TO REPLACE LID OF JUICER.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: INTERIOR WALLS AND FAN GUARDS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER IN BASEMENT NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: THE NECK AT BASE OF THE BOTH FAUCETS ON THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK VERY LEAKY.MUST REPAIR.ALSO CONDENSOR LEAKY INSIDE WALK IN COOLER IN BASEMENT.MUST REPAIR.ALSO DIP WELL NOT WORKING.MUST REPAIR. 1-COMPARTMENT SINK DIP WELL FAUCET MISSING.MUST REPLACE.

Jan 6, 2015

License

3 minor violations.

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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: MUST ADJUST LOOSE TOILET HANDLE AT THE TOILET WATER TANK IN THE RESTROOM. MUST REATTACH WHITE CABINET DOOR AT THE COFFEE MAKING STATION.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CHIPPING PAINT AT ALL WALL EDGES IN THE PREP AREA AND AT ALL CORNERS. MUST ALSO REPAINT ABOVE STATED SURFACES TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST REATTACH WALL PVC AT LOWER RIGHT CORNER BETWEEN THE REAR EXIT DOOR AND THE MOP SINK TO SEAL OPENING.

Food handler requirements met

Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE ALL FOOD HANDLER'S WITH THE ILLINOIS FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES. ALL FOOD PREP STAFF MUST OBTAIN ABOVE STATED DOCUMENT.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kafenio last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kafenio on file is from Sep 26, 2016. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kafenio?

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

Has Kafenio's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Kafenio have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kafenio 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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