Momentum Coffee
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026
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Across the available record, Momentum Coffee has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2020. Momentum Coffee was last inspected on Jan 22, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “insects, rodents, & animals not present”, which has been cited three times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Momentum Coffee is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspection History
Jan 22, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LIGHT DUST VENTILATION FAN IN ONE WASHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FAN. OBSERVED DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR ALONG THE WALL IN THE BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO SWEEP AND MAINTAIN.
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Jan 30, 2025
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13: OBSERVED THE MANAGER ON SITE WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST TAKE ALLERGEN COURSE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15: OBSERVED THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR SWEEP SLIGHTLY DAMAGED AT THE BOTTOM THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAN.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: 4-904.11: OBSERVED CLEAR FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT INVERTED ON THE LOWER SHELF NEXT TO THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT AND MAINTAIN.
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Jan 13, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF A REFRIGERATOR AT 50.9F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE FOR SALE. A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON THE UNIT. ONCE REPAIRED, PLEASE REVIEW COMMENTS FOR TAG REMOVAL. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNITS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. PRIORITY 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUSED
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE THE REFRIGERATOR AT THE FRONT PREP/SERVICE AREA. 10 CARTONS OF HEAVY WHIPPING CREAM FOUND AT 56.8F-60.0F AND CHEDDAR CHEESE FOUND AT 50.6F. MANAGER DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 14LBS AT $100 WORTH OF PRODUCT. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. PRIORITY 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR SWEEP SLIGHTLY DAMAGED AT THE BOTTOM THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAN.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLEAR FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT INVERTED ON THE LOWER SHELF NEXT TO THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE MANAGER ON SITE WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST TAKE ALLERGEN COURSE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE.
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May 6, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN OPENING ABOUT 1/4 INCH BOTTOM RIGHT SIDE OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE INSECT AND OR PEST ENTERING AND HARBORING.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAK AT FRONT FOOD PREP STATION FAUCET. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 27, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
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Aug 9, 2021
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food obtained from approved source
Inspector notes: 3-201.11 OBSERVED REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGED TCS FOODS (COOKED EGG, COOKED PORK ETC) WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING AN APPROVED SOURCE INFORMATION OR DATE OF PRODUCTION. THE MANAGER STATES FOODS ARE OBTAINED FROM CHIFRESH 135 N. KEDZIE. FURTHER INVESTIGATION PROVES THIS SHARED KITCHEN USER IS NOT APPROVED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH TO REDUCE OXYGEN PACKAGE TCS FOODS NOR SELL AT A WHOLESALE LEVEL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD AND DENATURE ALL ROP TCS FOODS (ABOUT 50 LBS) AND ALWAYS PURCHASE ANY TCS FOODS FROM AN APPROVED SOURCE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: 4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED A BROWNISH SUBSTANCE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE BY THE ICE MAKER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-601.11 OBSERVED PREPACKAGED DESSERTS FOR SALE BY THE FRONT CUSTOMER COUNTER WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE BUSINESS NAME, BUSINESS ADDRESS, INGREDIENTS, OR IF THE PRODUCT CONTAINS ANY ALLERGENS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: 2-402.11 OBSERVED ONE MALE FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT A HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-204.12 UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED UNDER THE CUSTOMER SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO LOCATE.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED FACILITY UNABLE TO PROVIDE PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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Mar 23, 2020
License
1 minor violation.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: TRASH RECEPTACLES IN THE (UNISEX) TOILET ROOMS LIDS ARE NOT COMPLETELY COVERED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIDS THAT ARE CLOSED COMPLETELY. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Momentum Coffee last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Momentum Coffee on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Momentum Coffee?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Momentum Coffee.
Has Momentum Coffee's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Momentum Coffee have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Momentum Coffee means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Momentum Coffee inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Momentum Coffee is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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