Kapitan
Last inspected: Aug 27, 2025
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Score
Public records show seven inspections at Kapitan stretching back to 2020. The most recent report on file is from Aug 27, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around five violations to closer to 10 violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible”, showing up eight times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Kapitan trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
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Inspection History
Aug 27, 2025
Routine
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NOTED NO SOAP AT THE HAND WASHING SINK OF THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED. CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NOTED HAND WASH SINKS AT THE BAR TO BE INACCESSIBLE WITH STRAINERS INSIDE THE SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE HAND WASH SINKS ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED CONSOLIDATED WITH THE ABOVE VIOLATIONS.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: NOTED TCS PREPARED READY TO EAT TCS FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS WITHOUT A DISCARD DATE. SUCH FOOD SHALL BE CLEARLY MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE OR DAY BY WHICH THE FOOD SHALL BE CONSUMMED ON PREMISES, OR DISCARDED WHEN HELD FOR A MAXIMUM OF SEVEN DAYS. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY HAD EMPLOYEES DISCARD THE FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NOTED NO PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS OF THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND WASH SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: NOTED BULK FOOD ITEMS STORED INSIDE CONTAINERS AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP/DRY STORAGE NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL BULK AND WORKING FOOD INGREDIENT CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH CONTENTS NAME.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP, STORAGE AND WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZERS AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREPDRY STORAGE AREA. MUST PROVIDE PROPER, RAISED SHELVING TO STORE FOOD CONTAINERS 6" OFF FLOOR.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED SERVING PLATES ON SHELVES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA AND DINING AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL SERVING PLATES AT THE THE KITCHEN AND DINNING TABLES TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTEDD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS INSIDE THE 2 DOOR FREEZER AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA WITH HEAVY DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NOTED RUSTING PIPE WITH HOLE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE HAND WASH SINK LEAKING AND COLLECTING INSIDE A CONTAINER AT THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 6, 2024
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: NOTED BULK DRY INGREDIENTS IN BASEMENT, AND IN FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AT COOK LIKE WITHOUT LABEL OF COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: NOTED WIPING CLOTHS AT COOK LINE, PREP AND DINING AREAS STORED ON TOP OF CUTTING BOARDS AND TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION IN BETWEEN USE.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: NOTED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO RENEW FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES
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May 28, 2024
Routine
4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NOTED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NOTED HANDWASHING SINK AT KITCHEN ENTRANCE AND BASEMENT HANDWASH SINKS AT LOW TEMP DISHMACHINE AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITHOUT CLEANSING PROVISIONS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SOAP AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: NOTED PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. SEE VIOLATION #2 FOR CITATION.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NOTED PERSON IN CHARGE WITH NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON PREMISE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NOTED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. ANY PERSON WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION ON PREMISE AT ALL TIME.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE ICE BIN INTERIOR IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: NOTED BULK DRY INGREDIENTS IN BASEMENT, AND IN FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AT COOK LIKE WITHOUT LABEL OF COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: NOTED SEVERAL 1/4" GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR ON STAIRWAY TO BASEMENT. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT-FITTING SEAL AT ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: NOTED NO UPDATED PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK ON PREMISES. PEST CONTROL PROVIDER COMES ONCE A MONTH. LAST LOGGED INSPECTION DATED 04/29/2023. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL SERVICE PROVIDER FOR ALL 2024 SERVICE REPORTS AND MAINTAIN.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: NOTED WIPING CLOTHS AT COOK LINE, PREP AND DINING AREAS STORED ON TOP OF CUTTING BOARDS AND TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION IN BETWEEN USE.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: NOTED PLATES AND DISHWARE IN KITCHEN STORED ON SHELVES RIGHT SIDE UP. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED CUTTING BOARDS IN PREP AREA WITH DEEP CUTS AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REFINISH TO A SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE SURFACE OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED THE FLOORS IN WALK IN COOLER LINED WITH CARDBOARD BOXES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED CLUTTER IN NORTHWESR AND SOUTHEAST STORAGE CLOSETS IN BASEMENT DINING AREA, STORAGE ROOM ADJACENT TO LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE, UNDERNEATH CURCUIT BREAKER BOXES AND IN BETWEEN WALL AND WALK IN COOLER IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO PREVENT PEST HARBOAGE, STORE ANY KEPT ITEMS A MINIMUM OF 6 INCHES ABOVE GROUND, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NOTED FILTERS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP AND DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: NOTED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO RENEW FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
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Aug 23, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: PROVIDED NO SOAP AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C), CONSOLIDATED WITH THE ABOVE CITATION
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE KITCHEN IS NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR HAND WASHING: INSIDE THE SINK ARE TWO BAGS OF FROZEN SHRIMP (DEFROSTING). THE FAUCET NECK TURNED TO THE RIGHT, AND BEHIND THE FAUCET WERE UNUSED FOOD GLOVES AND BAGS. HANDWASHING SINK IS ONLY FOR HANDWASHING. THE MANAGER REMOVED ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED.
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Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO THAW FOOD INSIDE COOLER OR RUNNING WATER INSIDE THE PREP SINK.PRODUCT COMPLETELY SUBMERGED AND WATER TEMP OF 70F.PRODUCT MUST REMAIN AT TEMP OF 41F OR BELOW.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: A BUCKET WITH SANITIZE SOLUTION AND LINEN MUST BE PROVIDED AT PREP TABLES
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Nov 20, 2020
Reinspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(O)-OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15-OBSERVED FRONT DOOR AND OPEN AIR DOORS NOT RODENTPROOF. MAKE SURE ALL DOORS LEADING TO THE OUTSIDE ARE COMPLETELY RODENTPROOF.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114-OBSERVED A LOT OF UNNECESSARY ITEMS THROUGHOUT. ALL ITEMS NOT IN USE MUST BE REMOVED FROM PREMISES. OBSERVED DOOR DIRECTLY OUTSIDE REAR EXIT WITH EXTRA FOOD RELATED ITEMS. ALL EXTRA FOOD RELATED ITEMS MUST BE REMOVED.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13-OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. ALL CERTIFED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Nov 13, 2020
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND WASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT. WATER TEMPERATURE AT TWO HAND WASHING SINKS AT BAR REACHING 77.9F AND 77.2F, WATER TEMPERATURE AT TWO HAND WASHING SINKS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA 1ST FLOOR REACHING 76.1F AND 75.2F AND WATER TEMPERATURE AT TWO HAND WASHING SINKS IN BASEMENT REACHING 74.5F AND 71.6F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MINIMUM WATER TEMPERATURE MUST REACH 100.0F OR HIGHER THROUGH A MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C).
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(O)-OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11-OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARREAH CLEAN UP KIT ON SITE. MUST OBTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-305.14-OBSERVED INSULATION COVERING SEWER PIPES OVER DISHWASHING AREA IN BASEMENT PREP AREA ABOVE DISH MACHINE. WASTEWATER PIPES MUST BE ENCASED/PROTECTED (PVC PIPING) TO PREVENT DRIP CONTAMINATION TO FOOD RELATED ARE BENEATH PIPES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15-OBSERVED FRONT DOOR AND OPEN AIR DOORS NOT RODENTPROOF. MAKE SURE ALL DOORS LEADING TO THE OUTSIDE ARE COMPLETELY RODENTPROOF.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114-OBSERVED A LOT OF UNNECESSARY ITEMS THROUGHOUT. ALL ITEMS NOT IN USE MUST BE REMOVED FROM PREMISES. OBSERVED DOOR DIRECTLY OUTSIDE REAR EXIT WITH EXTRA FOOD RELATED ITEMS. ALL EXTRA FOOD RELATED ITEMS MUST BE REMOVED.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13- OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13-OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. ALL CERTIFED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Oct 30, 2020
License
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 18 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SANITIZER DETECTED IN LOW TEMPERARURE DISH MACHINE IN BASEMENT. MUST HAVE SANITIZER READING BETWEEN 50-100PPM OF CHLORINE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NOT ALL COOLERS TURNED ON AND MAINTAINING 41F OR LESS. MUST HAVE ALL COOLERS TURNED ON AND MAINTAINING 41F OR LESS AT ALL TIMES WITH THERMOMETERS INSIDE. ALL COOLERS THAT ARE NOT MAINTAING 41F OR LESS MUST BE REPAIRED OR REMOVED FROM PREMISES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARREAH CLEAN UP KIT ON SITE. MUST OBTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND SINK AT BAR ON FAR SOUTH SIDE INACCESSIBLE. MUST MOVE SINK AND MAKE IT FULLY ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. OBSERVED INADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS IN MAIN KTICHEN. INSTALL SECOND HANDWASHING SINK FOR FOOD SERVICE EMPLOYEES COOKING AND PREPPING ON THE EAST SIDE OF KITCHEN. OBSERVED INADEQUATE HANDWASHNG SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTALL ADDITIONAL HANDWASHING SINK CONVENIENT AND ACCESSSIBLE TO DISHWASHINER AT DISHMACHINE AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030 (C)
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPOSED SEWER PIPES OVER DISHWASHING AREA IN BASMENT PREP AREA ABOVE DISH MAHCINE. WASTEWATER PIPES MUST BE ENCASED/PROTECTED TO PREVENT DRIP CONTAMINATION TO FOOD RELATED ARE BENEATH PIPES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOALTION 7-38-005
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Proper cold holding temperatures
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: ALL REFRIGERATORS MUST HAVE EASILY READABLE THERMOMTERS INSIDE READING 41F OR LESS.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FRONT DOOR AND OPEN AIR DOORS NOT RODENTPROOF. MAKE SURE ALL DOORS LEADING TO THE OUTSIDE ARE COMPLETELY RODENTPROOF.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SPLASH GUARDS NEEDED EASH SIDE OF HANDSINK IN MAIN KITHCEN TO PROTECT ADJACENT PREP COOLER AND DRAINBOARD FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINK STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT BAR. ALL 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS MUST HAVE STOPPERS TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE PROPERLY.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EXTERNAL BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE LOCATED ON ICE MACHINE. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BRICK WALLS BEHIND BAR WITH HOLES AND NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANLABLE. CLOSE ALL HOLES AND RESTORE BRICK TO A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALOT OF UNECESSARY ITEMS THROUGHOUT. ALL ITEMS NOT IN USE MUST BE REMOVED FROM PREMISES. OBSERVED DOOR DIRECTLY OUTSIDE REAR EXIT WITH EXTRA FOOD RELATED ITEMS. ALL EXTRA FOOD RELATED ITEMS MUST BE REMOVED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR BEHIND BAR NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. OBSERVED NON FUNCTIONING FLOOR DRAIN BEHIND BAR THAT WILL COLLECT STANDING WATER IF NOT REPAIRED OR FILLED IN. RESTORE FLOOR BEHIND BAR TO A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED FLOOR IN BASEMENT CLOSET CONTAINING SODA SYRUPS NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE WITH STANDING WATER. REMOVE STANDING WATER. FLOOR MUST BE RESTORED AND MAINTAINED TO A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES IN BASEMENT PREP AREA AND WALL ACCESS PANEL NEAR SUMP PUMP MISSING. REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. ALL CERTIFED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kapitan last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Kapitan on file is from Aug 27, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Kapitan?
Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Kapitan.
Has Kapitan's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Kapitan have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Kapitan means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Kapitan inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Kapitan is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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