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Lavazza Espression

121 N Clinton St, Chicago, IL 60661
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Aug 14, 2014
90
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Lavazza Espression has four inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The most recent report on file is from Aug 14, 2014. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Public records show no inspections at Lavazza Espression since Aug 14, 2014, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, showing up two times.

Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Lavazza Espression is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 14, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK ON NOZZLE OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR.
38
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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90
Oct 29, 2013
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS IN PREP AREAS UNDER AND AROUND EQUIPMENT.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REMOVE DUST OBSERVED ON CEILING VENTS IN WASHROOMS AND KITCHEN. ALSO SOME DUST INSIDE OF LIGHT SHIELDS.
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90
Aug 3, 2012
Routine
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: MUST PROPERLY STORE ALL UTENSILS WITH HANDLES UP TO BE PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION UNTIL USED AT ALL TIMES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTON SHELF OF BOTH GELATO COLD HOLDING UNITS TO REMOVE FOOD STAINS. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF COOLERS AND 2DR FREEZER.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT ENTIRE PREMISES.MUST CLEAN AND DRY FLOOR NEXT TO GELATO COLD HOLDING UNIT BY CASHIER STATION.
34
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST DECLUTTER AND BETTER ORGANIZE STAFF RESTROOM. ALL ITEMS MUST BE 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
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Sep 16, 2010
Routine
2 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. INTERIOR OF 3-COMP SINK NEED CLEANING.
33
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. ALL STOCK MUST BE ELEVATE OFF THE FLOOR (UNDER 3-COMP SINK).
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90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lavazza Espression last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lavazza Espression on file is from Aug 14, 2014. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Lavazza Espression?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Lavazza Espression.

Has Lavazza Espression's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lavazza Espression have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Lavazza Espression 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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