Lavazza Cafe
Last inspected: Aug 19, 2014
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Score
Going back to 2010, Lavazza Cafe has eight inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 19, 2014. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. The most recent inspection at Lavazza Cafe is from Aug 19, 2014, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Aug 19, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON THE PREMISES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (HAM, MILK AND EGGS) WERE BEING SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SANITATION MANAGER WITH THEIR ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE ON THE PREMISES WHILE POTANTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE PREP AREA NOT DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR UNDER EQUIPMENT AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND EXCESS WATER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.
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Jun 9, 2014
Consultation
4 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BOXES OF SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN REAR HALL WAY. INSTRUCTED TO STORE SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS AT LEAST 6" ABOVE THE FLOOR.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND BEHIND THE OVEN,AND UNDER AND AROUND EQUIPMENT NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING,REAR KITCHEN AREA,THRU OUT THE PREMISES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WALLS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AND PREP AREA WITH CHIPPED PAINT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN WALLS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REAR FOOD PREP KITCHEN AREA NOT BEING USED FOR COOKING, NEED TO MAINTAIN AND CLEAN FOOD EQUIPMENT.
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Jun 5, 2014
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTER OPENINGS AT DOOR LEADING TO THE HOTEL WITH A 1/4 INCH OPENING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND PROVIDE RODENT PROOF OUTER OPENINGS. CRITICAL VIOLATION
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BOXES OF SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN REAR HALL WAY. INSTRUCTED TO STORE SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS AT LEAST 6" ABOVE THE FLOOR.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND BEHIND THE OVEN,AND UNDER AND AROUND EQUIPMENT NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING,REAR KITCHEN AREA,THRU OUT THE PREMISES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WALLS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AND PREP AREA WITH CHIPPED PAINT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN WALLS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REAR FOOD PREP KITCHEN AREA NOT BEING USED FOR COOKING, NEED TO MAINTAIN AND CLEAN FOOD EQUIPMENT.
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May 22, 2014
Routine
10 minor violations.
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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: OBSERVED NO UP TO DATE PEST CONTROL LOG ON THE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AN UP TO DATE PEST CONTROL LOG WITH THE PEST CONTROL OPERATORS CURRENT LICENSE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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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: OBSERVED EXTERIOR DOORS WITH 1/4 INCH OPENINGS AT REVOLVING DOOR AND SIDE HOTEL ENTRANCE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OPENINGS AND PROVIDE RODENT PROOFED EXTERIOR DOORS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON THE PREMISES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (CHICKEN, MILK AND CHEESE) ARE BEING HANDLED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON THE PREMISES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS BEING HANDLED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT DRAINING PROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BOXES OF SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN REAR HALL WAY. INSTRUCTED TO STORE SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS AT LEAST 6" ABOVE THE FLOOR.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS UNDER AND AROUNG THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND BEHIND THE OVEN,AND UNDER AND AROUNG EQUIPMENT NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING,REAR KITCHEN AREA,THRU OUT THE PREMISES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WALLS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AND PREP AREA WITH CHIPPED PAINT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN WALLS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REAR FOOD PREP KITCHEN AREA NOT BEING USED FOR COOKING, NEED TO MAINTAIN AND CLEAN FOOD EQUIPMENTS,
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLER IN FOOD PREP AREA NOT WEARING ANY HAIR RESTRAINT DURING THE INSPECTION. INST EVERYONE IN FOOD PREP AREA MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINT AT ALL TIMES.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED IMPROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZER WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Oct 24, 2013
Routine
No violations found.
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Jun 23, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jun 16, 2011
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION #38 (3-COMP SINK SLOWLY DRAINING, FROM 6/1/10 VISIT), NOT CORRECTED AT THIS TIME (7-38-090), MUST FIX. 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.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP/DARK GROOVES MUST BE REPLACED. All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP NEED CLEANING & RE-PAINTING, DUE TO RUST. All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS UNDER 3-COMP SINK, BEHIND COOLER & PREP TABLE BY THE PREP SINK & IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM MUST BE KEPT CLEAN & FREE OF SPILLS/FOOD DEBRIS. ANY ITEMS STORED UNDER SINKS MUST BE ELEVATED OFF THE FLOOR. The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CABINET DOORS AT DISHROOM AREA & WALLS ABOVE THE OVEN MUST BE FREE OF FOOD STAINS & SOME DUST. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.
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Jun 1, 2010
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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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. Observed food debris inside prep coolers rubber door gaskets. Must clean and maintain gaskets.
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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. Observed food/dirt build up inisde floor drain under 1-compartment sink. Must clean and maintain interior of floor drain.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. 3-compartment sink draining slowly. Must rod out pipe and maintain sink.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lavazza Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lavazza Cafe on file is from Aug 19, 2014. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lavazza Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Lavazza Cafe.
Has Lavazza Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lavazza Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Lavazza Cafe 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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