Patel's Cafe
Last inspected: Jun 28, 2019
50
Score
Going back to 2010, Patel's Cafe has 16 inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Jun 28, 2019. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection. The most recent inspection at Patel's Cafe is from Jun 28, 2019, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around seven violations per visit versus roughly five violations earlier in the record.
“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing seven times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Patel's Cafe's 50 doesn't quite reach. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 28, 2019
Routine
2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND PROVIDE CLEANING SUPPLIES KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: ALL DRY BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED WITH COMMON NAME OUTSIDE THE CONTAINER.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE PREP SINK AND THE DRAIN BOARD OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO EMPLOYEES IN THE PREP AREA PREPARING FOOD NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT.INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL EMPLOYEES PREPARING AND HELPING IN THE PREP AREA MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT TO CONFINE THE HAIR.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: WIPING CLOTH FOR WIPING THE PREP TABLE, CHOPPING BOARD MUST BE STORED ON A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION IN BETWEEN USES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: CHOPPING BOARD IN THE SMOOTHIE AREA FIRST FLOOR WITH DEEP CUTS AND DARK COLOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CEILING VENT COVER IN BOTH WASHROOMS WITH HEAVY DUST ACCUMULATED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: STANDING WATER UNDERNEATH THE DRY STORAGE SHELVINGS WITH PLASTIC CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT. MUST DRY THE FLOOR TO PREVENT INSECTS/MOSQUITOES HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: DAMAGED CEILING IN THE BASEMENT BY THE PREP AREA CLOSE TO THE STAIR GOING UP TO 1ST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NOT ENOUGH LIGHT (DARK)INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING. BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE FRONT SERVING AREA AND INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER IN THE BASEMENT. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER MUST OBTAIN AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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Jun 21, 2018
Routine
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INADEQUATE HAND WASHING FACILITIES AND SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE. EMPLOYEE OBSERVED PREPARING FOODS, SOAKING EDIBLE LEAFS, INSIDE THE FRONT PREP EXPOSED HAND SINK. OTHER EMPLOYEE NOTED WASHING MICROWAVE DISH INSIDE THE REAR PREP HAND SINK AND NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS AT THE FRONT HAND SINK. MANAGEMENT DISCARDED FOOD, INSTRUCTED EMPLOYEE TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND PROVIDE SOAP/TOWELS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOODS NOT PROTECTED DURING PREPARATION. FOODS, EDIBLE PAN (EDIBLE LEAFS WITH JELLY, NUTS AND SEEDS) BEING PREPARED AT THE FRONT PREP AREA WHERE THE GLASS PROTECTING/SNEEZE GUARD WAS MISSING AND ACCESSIBLE TO CUSTOMER THAT WAS THERE. MANAGEMENT DISCARDED ALL FOODS AND STOPPED FOOD PREPARATION IN SINK AND AREA WITHOUT SNEEZE GUARD. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: PREPARED VEGETABLE WATER INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED AND DATED.---PRE-PACKAGED PREPARED FLAT BREADS FOR DISPLAY AND SALE MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED INCLUDING BUSINESS ADDRESS.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: PLASTIC SPOONS ON DISPLAY FOR CUSTOMER SELF-SERVE IMPROPERLY STORED WITH EXPOSED MOUTH PIECES. MUST STORE WITH ACCESS TO HANDLES ONLY.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE MISSING SNEEZE GUARD AT THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.---PLASTIC PROTECTING INSIDE FRONT METAL CABINETS AND ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK-IN FREEZER FOUND PEELING. MUST REMOVE TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.---FRONT PREP SHELVING FOUND DIRTY WITH FOOD SPILLAGE AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.---TORN RUBBER DOOR GASKET ON THE FRONT PREP SOUTH END THREE DOOR COOLER..--- MUST REPLACE. PLASTIC CUTTING BOARD ON SAME PREP COOLER IN POOR REPAIR WITH DEEP BLACKENED CUTS/GROOVES. MUST RESURFACE OR REPLACE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MISSING WALL TILE AND HOLES IN THE WALL ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE EXHAUST HOOD. ALSO HOLES IN WALL OPENING AROUND METAL ELECTRICAL CONDUITS AT THE BASEMENT ICE MACHINE. MUST SEAL/REPAIR ALL TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.---MISSING CEILING TILE AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE BASEMENT PREP. MUST REPLACE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INADEQUATE LIGHTING INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE STOPPERS FOR THE 1ST FLOOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOP AT MACHINE MUST BE HELD IN A CLEAN CONTAINER.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.
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Aug 8, 2017
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 3, 2017
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: FOUND OVER 25 SMALL LIVE FLIES IN FRONT PREP AREA AND OVER 10 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN BASEMENT PREP AREA, ALSO FOUND OVER 5 RAT DROPPINGS IN FRONT PREP AREA UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND OVER 10 RAT DROPPINGS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZED THE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CALL LICENSED PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: NOTED FAUCET DOES NOT REACH ALL 3 COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE FAUCET. 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: INSTRUCTED TO SEAL HOLES ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT PREP/STORAGE AREA.--------- MUST PROVIDE COVER/LID FOR FLOOR DRAIN AT SAME AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: 1ST FLOOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST FINISH ALL SURFACES TO BE EASILY CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: : NOTED SPRAYER AT 3 COMPARTMENT OF THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA IN POOR REPAIRS WITH SPRAYER HANGING BELOW THE FLOOD RIM OF THE SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. DIPPER WELL NOT INSTALLED (BULK ICE CREAM CONTAINERS IN WALK-IN FREEZER). MUST INSTALL DIPPER WELL USING FOOD GRADE MATERIALS. NO EXPOSED HAND SINK AT FRONT COUNTER JUICE/BEVERAGE AND PAAN PREPARATION AREA. PREMISES REMODELED WITHOUT PROOF OF CDPH PLAN APPROVAL. ------------NOTED UNVENTED OVEN, GRILL AND TORTILLA MAKER IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE KITCHEN HOOD.
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Jul 31, 2017
Complaint
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: NOTED EVIDENCE OF RAT, ROACH, MICE AND FLYING INSECT INFESTATION THROUGH OUT THE PREMISES AT THE FOLLOWING AREAS: (FIRST FLOOR)-OVER 70 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR, INSIDE CABINETS AT THE FOOD PREP AREA AND UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. ONE LIVE ROACH ON FLOOR BY THE BAKING AREA AND OVER 30 FLYING INSECTS ON WALLS, JUICING EQUIPMENT AND SHELVES AT THE SAME....BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREAS- OVER 50 RAT DROPPINGS UNDERNEATH PALLETS, INSIDE MILK CRATES USED FOR ELEVATION, INSIDE CONTAINERS, ON FLOORS AT THE SUMP PUMP ROOM. OVER 50 FLYING INSECTS ON WALLS, CEILING AND FOOD EQUIPMENT... OVER 25 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE OF THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA.....NOTED REAR EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF WITH GAP ABOVE 1/4" TO OUTSIDE. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PESTS AND DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND EQUIPMENT. MUST REPAIR REAR EXIT DOOR AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY AND HAVE PREMISES SERVICED. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-020.
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: NOTED NO PROPER TEST KIT ON PREMISES TO TEST THE SANITIZING STRENGTH OF CHEMICALS. PREMISE PROVIDED A CHLORINE TEST STRIP SANITIZING KIT BUT USES THE QUAT CHEMICAL AS SANITIZER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE PROPER TEST KIT. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-030.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: NOTED FOOD ITEMS STORED IN TIN CANS INSIDE THE SERVICE COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD CONTAINERS WITH TIGHT FITTING LIDS..
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED MILK CRATES USED FOR ELEVATION ESPECIALLY AT THE BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER RAISED SHELVING AND NO MILK CRATES TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.....NOTED ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE ICE BIN AT THE FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN ICE SCOOP HOLDER....MUST DETAIL CLEAN, SMOOTH, AND MAINTAIN CUTTING BOARDS AT THE PREP AREAS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL SHELVING/CABINETS AND EQUIPMENT USED FOR PREPPING, STORAGE AND SERVING FOOD THROUGH OUT WITH DIRT, FOOD SPILLS AND OLD FOOD PARTICLES. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGH THE FIRST FLOOR PREP, BASEMENT FOOD PREP, DRY STORAGE AREAS, INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND STAIR WAY LEADING TO THE BASEMENT PREP AREA....NOTED CRACKS ON FLOOR AT THE HALL WAY LEADING TO THE BASEMENT PREP AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS ESPECIALLY WITH RAT AND MICE DROPPINGS,
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED MULTIPLE HOLES AND OPENINGS ALONG PIPPING AND INSIDE CABINETS OF THE FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL HOLES AND OPENINGS TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN WALLS WHERE FLYING INSECTS WERE FOUND INCLUDING FOOD SPILLS AND STAINED CEILING TILES AT THE DINING AREA....NOTED CONDENSATION ON VENT ABOVE THE CONVECTION OVEN OF THE FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE CONDENSATION. UNFINISHED WALLS AT FRONT COUNTER AREA AND 1ST FLOOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST FINISH ALL SURFACES TO BE EASILY CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED SPRAYER AT 3 COMPARTMENT OF THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA IN POOR REPAIRS WITH SPRAYER HANGING BELOW THE FLOOD RIM OF THE SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. DIPPER WELL NOT INSTALLED (BULK ICE CREAM CONTAINERS IN WALK-IN FREEZER). MUST INSTALL DIPPER WELL USING FOOD GRADE MATERIALS. NO EXPOSED HAND SINK AT FRONT COUNTER JUICE/BEVERAGE AND PAAN PREPARATION AREA. PREMISES REMODELED WITHOUT PROOF OF CDPH PLAN APPROVAL. MUST INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK, REMOVE PAAN PREPARATION INGREDIENTS FROM FRONT, CUSTOMER SIDE OF COUNTER.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED CLUTTER AT THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS, INSIDE STORAGE AREA BY THE HALL WAY LEADING TO THE BASEMENT AND INSIDE CABINETS AT THE FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND/OR REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.
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May 3, 2017
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 21, 2017
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: NOTED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT THE FIRST FLOOR HAND WASH SINK PREP AREA. WATER TEMPERATURE AT TIME OF INSPECTION WAS 64.4F. NOTED NO SOAP AT THE BASEMENT HAND WASH SINK PREP AREA, NO SOAP AT BOTH MEN AND WOMEN BATHROOMS USED BY BOTH CUSTOMERS AND EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HOT AD COLD RUNNING WATER AT ALL SINKS, MUST HAVE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT ALL SINKS AND MAINTAIN. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY HAD EMPLOYEES PUT SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND WASH SINKS. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-030
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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: NOTED OVER 50 RAT DROPPINGS ON FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA AND BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: NOTED SOME FOOD ITEMS STORED INSIDE TIN CANS IN THE SERVICE COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FOOD FROM THE TIN CANS AND STORE INSIDE AN APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINER WITH TIGHT FITTING LIDS.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE THE ICE CONTAINER AT THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN ICE SCOOP HOLDER.
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82
Aug 26, 2016
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: A BROKEN DOOR GASKET ON THE 2-DOOR COOLER BEHIND THE COUNTER NEAR THE EXPOSED HAND SINK ON THE EAST WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR GASKET AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 18, 2016
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SOAP AND/OR PAPER TOWELS AT THE FOLLOWING HAND SINKS; TWO EXPOSED HAND SINKS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA BEHIND THE COUNTER; NO SOAP IN THE MENS OR WOMENS TOILET ROOMS, AND NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS AT THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND SINKS AT ALL TIMES, AND MAINTAIN. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
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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 EXCESSIVE SMALL LIVES FLIES ON WALLS, GARBAGE CANS, AND JUICING EQUIPMENT IN THE FRONT JUICING AREA. ALSO, RODENT DROPPINGS FOUND UNDER THE 3-COMP SINK BEHIND THE FRONT CUSTOMER COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS; REMOVE DROPPINGS AND FLIES. CONTACT PEST CONTROL PROVIDER OR SERVICE AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT 1506665, DATED 8/31/2015. VIOLATIONS INCLUDE; VIOLATION #30; Found some food items not properly dated in walk in cooler, walk in freezer and reach in cooler, must properly date food items in walk in cooler, walk in freezer, and reach in cooler. VIOLATION #32; Cutting boards that had deep cuts, shall be repaired/replaced. Caulk around exposed hand sink in 1st floor prep area in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced. VIOLATION # 34; Floors under heavy equipment, 3 compartment sink, and under storage shelving in 1st floor prep area, and bsmt prep areas not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners). VIOLATION #35; Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in bsmt prep area, shall be replaced, walls/ceiling that had peeling paint in bsmt storage area, shall be repaired/sealed. VIOLATION #36; Missing light shields in walk in cooler, and walk in freezer, shall be provided. VIOLATION #45; Must provide food handlers list for next routine inspection. PREMISES STILL NON COMPLIANT. EACH VIOLATION LISTED MUST BE CORRECTED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MULTI USE UTENSILS BEING STORED IMPROPERLY BEHIND THE FRONT PREP COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT UTENSILS, TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GROCERY BAGS BEING USE IN THE DEEP FREEZER TO STORE FOOD,COOLER LOCATED IN THE DINING AREA. TAPE BEING USED ON THE SIDE OF ICE CREAM COOLER. EXPOSED WOOD ON THE WALL IN THE BASEMENT. ALSO, A BROKEN DOOR GASKET ON THE 2-DOOR COOLER BEHIND THE COUNTER NEAR THE EXPOSED HAND SINK ON THE EAST WALL. INSTRUCTED THAT GROCERY BAGS AND TAPE ARE PROHIBITED, DISCONTINUE USE. STAIN OR TREAT RAW WOOD, AND REPAIR GASKET AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF ALL STORAGE CABINETS BEHIND THE FRONT COUNTER NOT CLEAN, EXTERIOR OF GARBAGE CANS THROUGHOUT PREMISES NOT CLEAN, DIPPER WELL AND MICROWAVE IN FRONT PREP AREA NOT CLEAN, AND ALL CONTACT SURFACES BEHIND THE FRONT PREP AREA ARE NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MISSING LIGHTS ABOVE THE FRONT CUSTOMER COUNTER, IN THE WALK IN FREEZER IN THE BASEMENT, AND MISSING LIGHTS IN THE HALLWAY NEAR THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL WORKING LIGHTS AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VENTILATION IN MENS AND WOMENS TOILET ROOMS NOT WORKING PROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT AND AROUND THE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE; DISCARD ITEMS NOT BEING USED. MOVE ITEMS 6" OFF FLOORS TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 31, 2015
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found some food items not properly dated in walk in cooler, walk in freezer and reach in cooler, must properly date food items in walk in cooler, walk in freezer, and reach in cooler.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Cutting boards that had deep cuts, shall be repaired/replaced. Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had rust/peeling paint, shall be repaired/replaced. Caulk around exposed hand sink in 1st floor prep area in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), prep tables lower shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Reach in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, 3 compartment sink, and under storage shelving in 1st floor prep area, and bsmt prep areas not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in bsmt prep area, shall be replaced, walls/ceiling that had peeling paint in bsmt storage area, shall be repaired/sealed.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Missing light shields in walk in cooler, and walk in freezer, shall be provided.
36
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: Must provide food handlers list for next routine inspection.
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70
Apr 21, 2014
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE UTENSILS USED FOR SCOOPING FOOD PRODUCT OUTSIDE OF HOLDING CONTAINERS OR USE SCOOPERS WITH LONGER HANDLES.
31
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF ALL DISPLAY CASES, COLD HOLDING UNITS AND REFRIGERATORS AT THE FRONT MAIN COUNTER SERVICE AREAS TO REMOVE FOOD SPLASHES, FOOD DEBRIS AND OTHER DRIED SPILLS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE EXTERIOR OF THE WASTE BASKET CONTAINER AT THE CUSTOMER SITTING AREA TO REMOVE FOOD SPLASHES.
33
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DEFROST AND REMOVE ICE BUILD UP AT THE ICE CREAM DISPLAY CASE.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS AT THE MAIN SERVICE COUNTER UNDER ALL SHELVES AND REFRIGERATION UNITS AND DISPLAY CASES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE ALL LARGE ICE CREAM CONTAINERS IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES. FOUND VARIOUS LARGE ICE CREAM CONTAINERS ON THE FLOOR.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD PREP STAFF MUST WEAR PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE AT FOOD PREP AREAS. OBSERVED STAFF MEMBER MAKING FRESH JUICES AND SMOOTHIES WITHOUT WEARING PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS. MUST WEAR AT ALL TIMES IN FOOD PREP AREAS.
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70
Aug 26, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 18, 2011
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES AND HOUSE FLIES OVER 35 TOTAL IN THE BASEMENT AND INSIDE THE CABINET WHERE THE GARBAGE CAN WITH FRUIT SKINS AND PULPS IS LOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE/ELIMINATE FRUIT FLIES AND HOUSE FLIES. INFORM PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS. (FIELD SUPERVISOR T.SALAZAR NOTIFIED).
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: NO PREVIOUS SUMMARY REPORT REPORT POSTED AND VISIBLE TO THE CUSTOMER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT SUMMARY REPORT MUST BE POSTED AND VISIBLE TO THE CUSTOMER ALL THE TIMES. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LABEL ON ALL PLASTIC CONTAINERS WITH FRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER.
30
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE FOLLOWING:THE EXTERIOR LID OF ALL THE GARBAGE CANS, THE TEA AND NUTS CONTAINER,THE PURI CONTAINER CASE, ALL THE EXTERIOR DOOR AND ALL INTERIOR OF THE CABINETS IN THE SERVING AREA, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE PREP COOLER,THE JUICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DRY THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT.(WITH STANDING WATER).
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE CEILING VENT COVER INSIDE BOTH WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING IN THE DINING AREA.PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING ABOVE THE BLENDER MACHINE FOR THE LASSI/SMOOTHIE. MUST REMOVE PEELING PAINT AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 8, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 2, 2010
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin/insect infestations. FOUND 90 RAT DROPPINGS IN BASEMENT WHERE HOT WATER TANK IS LOCATED AND NEXT TO BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED OWNER TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND CONTROL ACTIVITY.
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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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. PROVIDE COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WITH MAP OF PREMISES AND BAITED STATIONS. SEAL GAPS ON SIDE AND UNDER REAR DOOR.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. MUST PROVIDE A DUMPSTER FOR PREMISES OR DOCUMENTATION REGARDING SAME.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health. MUST PROVIDE A 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FOR FRONT SERVICE AREA WITH DRAIN BOARD.
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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. MARBLE FLOOR NEAR FRONT SERVICE AREA NO PROPERLY SEALED. SEAL TO PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SERVICE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL GAPS IN BASEBOARDS SCATTERED THROUGHOUT PREMISES. HOLES IN WALLS, CEILINGS AND COUNTERS SCATTERED THROUGHOUT PREMISES WITH MOST IN BASEMENT (NORTH SIDE). SEAL ALL HOLES THROUGHOUT PREMISES TO PREVENT PEST ACCESS. PROVIDE VENT COVER FOR VENT IN CEILING NEXT TO STAIRS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST CLEAN BASEMENT ON NORTH AND SOUTH SIDES. REMOVE AND ORGANIZE CLUTTER, STORE ITEMSS 6" OFF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALL.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Patel's Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Patel's Cafe on file is from Jun 28, 2019. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Patel's Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Patel's Cafe.
Has Patel's Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Patel's Cafe have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Patel's Cafe 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.
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