Lasalle Cafe Luna

712 N La Salle Dr, Chicago, IL 60654

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Jan 10, 2014

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Lasalle Cafe Luna has three inspections on file, the first dated 2011. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 10, 2014. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Note that Lasalle Cafe Luna's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jan 10, 2014; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 10, 2014

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

Inspector notes: NOTED MULTI-SERVE UTENSILS (PLATES, CUPS, BOWLS ETC)ON SHELVE AT THE PREP AREA (FIRST FLOOR)NO PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT OR PROVIDE A PROTECTIVE COVER FOR ALL MULTI SERVE UTENSILS DURING STORAGE TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION AND CONTAMINATION.

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

Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL HOLES AND OPENINGS ESPECIALLY ON WALL AND CEILING AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA BY THE BIG PLUMBING PIPE ROOM AND ALONG PIPING BY THE STAIR WAY.

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

Inspector notes: NOTED LEAKAGE AT FAUCET OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Mar 7, 2013

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

Inspector notes: FOAM CUPS ARE USE AS SPICE CONTAINER, INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER UTENSILS.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION CONTAINER KEPT AT FOOD SHELF, INSTRUCTED TO STORE AWAY FROM FOOD STORAGE.

Jul 12, 2011

Routine

1 minor violation.

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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. DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lasalle Cafe Luna last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lasalle Cafe Luna on file is from Jan 10, 2014. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lasalle Cafe Luna?

Across the inspection record, “clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lasalle Cafe Luna.

Has Lasalle Cafe Luna's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lasalle Cafe Luna have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Lasalle Cafe Luna 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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