Pie Cafe, Llc — First Slice Pie Cafe
Last inspected: Sep 2, 2025
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Score
Pie Cafe, Llc — First Slice Pie Cafe appears in inspection records 25 times, starting in 2012. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 2, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around nine violations lately compared to roughly six violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been the most frequent reason, cited 18 times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Pie Cafe, Llc — First Slice Pie Cafe trails the local norm. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
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Inspections
3
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 2, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: NOTED THE TWO DOOR PREP COOLER UNABLE TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE TEMPERATURE. COOLER FOUND AT 59.3F WITH FOODS SUCH AS TURKEY AT 48.2F. COOLER TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT USE UNTIL REPAIRED, MAINTAINS A TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW AND C.D.P.H CONTACTED FOR RE-INSPECTION AND TAG REMOVAL. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling time and temperature
Inspector notes: NOTED IMPROPER COOLING OF TCS FOODS. NOTED A LARGE PAN OF COOKED BEEF IN A COVERED POT AND A LARGE POT OF COVERED CHEESE SAUCE POT ON THE UNLIT STOVE AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF 125.F AND 131.8F ALSO COOKED CHICKEN BREASTS ON PANS INSIDE AN OVEN NOTED TURNED OFF AT 126.1F. MANAGER STATES THEY WERE IN THE COOLING PROCESS AND HAD BEEN TURNED OFF FOR 40 MINUTES. REVIEWED PROPER COOLING METHODS WITH MANAGEMENT. MANAGER STARTED THE PROPER METHODS OF COOLING THE FOODS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 SEE VIOLATION #22 FOR THE CITATION.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: NOTED APPROXIMATELY 75 LBS ASSORTED TCS FOODS INSIDE THE TWO DOOR PREP COOLER HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. FOODS SUCH AS HAM @ 51.4F, QUICHE @ 49.8F, TURKEY AT 48.2F. ALL FOODS DISCARDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE ON ICE/WATER CONTACT SURFACES DRIPPING DOWN INTO THE ICE FOR CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: NOTED EMPLOYEES CONSUMING THEIR "FAMILY MEAL" IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED ALL FOODS MUST NOT BE CONSUMED IN FOOD PREPARATION AREAS.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NOTED THE PAPER TOWELS FOR THE DISHWASHING AREA HAND SINK LOCATED DIRECTLY ABOVE CLEAN STORED DISHES. MUST NOT STORE ABOVE CLEAN DISHWARES.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OPEN GAP APPROXIMATELY 1/2 INCH AND TORN/MISSING RUBBER STRIP ON THE BOTTOM THRESHOLD OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR TO THE ALLEY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST USE FOOD SCOOPS WITH HANDLES INVERTED IN THE BULK COFFEE CONTAINER AT THE FRONT PREP.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS AS REPAIR FOR MISSING WOODEN CABINET AT THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.-----BROKEN DOOR ON THE ICE MACHINE. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE PEELING PLASTIC FROM THE METAL FOOD CART.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: BASEBOARD UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH BUMPY, UNEVEN SPRAY FOAM AS SEALANT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE SMOOTH CLEANABLE COVING ALONG THE BASEBOARD UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: RAW WOOD AS REPAIR TO THE WALL BEHIND/UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PAINT/SEAL TO BE SMOOTH, CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES MUST NOT STORE THEIR PERSONAL BELONGINGS IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS.MUST PROVIDE DESIGNATED STORAGE AWAY FROM FOOD PREP, FOOD CONTACT ITEMS FOR EMPLOYEES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NOTED THE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER HAS AN EXPIRED ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF CURRENT ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATE.
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Aug 7, 2024
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11--OBSERVED RUSTS ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUSTS AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES.
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Jul 30, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF (TCS FOODS) INSIDE OF THE 3-DOOR PREP LINE COOLER.OBSERVED PORK AT 50.0F,DELI MEAT AT 48.8F,BLEU CHEESE/MOZZARELLA CHEESE AT 48.9,MEAT LASAGNA AT 55.6F,BROCCOLI QUICHE AT 51.8F,BEANS AT 55.4F,DUCK AT 62.6F,GARBANZO BEANS AT 55.5F.MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 15#'S OF FOOD WORTH $200.00.INSTRUCTED MANAGER, (TCS FOODS) MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41.0F OR COLDER AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE 3-DOOR PREP LINE COOLER AT REAR PREP AREA WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 57.6F.THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE (TCS FOODS) SUCH AS DELI MEAT AND QUICHES ETC.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE COOLER AT 41F OR COLDER AT ALL TIMES.MANAGEMENT IMMEDIATELY NOTIFIED REFRIGERATION REPAIR SERVICE DURING INSPECTION.THE SAID COOLER IS TAGGED "HELD FOR INSPECTION" AT THIS TIME.INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL REPAIRED. (SEE COMMENTS BELOW) PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION(S) NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2580506 DATED:08/22/2023 #38 6-202.15--OBSERVED 1/4TH INCH GAP IN REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL GAP. #47 4-501.11--OBSERVED DOOR OF ICE MACHINE COVER DOOR BROKEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR. #49 4-601.11(C)--OBSERVED CALCIUM BUILDUP ON INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT NOTED VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN BY 8/6/2024. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090,CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES.OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 80 RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR AT CORNERS INSIDE THE FURNACE ROOM AND INSIDE THE CLUTTERED WASHROOM/UTILITY ROOM AND ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE ICE MAKER.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND REMOVE ALL EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS.ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A),CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL FOOD CONTAINERS/BINS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (SALT, SUGAR, FLOUR ETC).
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTS ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUSTS AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN STORAGE RACKS AND ATTACHED PREP TABLES THROUGHOUT THE REAR MAIN PREP AREA AND INTERIOR SHELFS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF MOLD-LIKE BUILD-UP AND INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF DEEP FRYER AND SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT INCLUDING FURNACE ROOM AND WASHROOM/UTILITY MOP SINK ROOM ESPECIALLY UNDER,AROUND,HEAVY COOKING EQUIPMENTS AND COOLERS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIM LIGHTING INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BRIGHTER LIGHT BULB AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY FOR CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
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Aug 22, 2023
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15 OBSERVED 1/4TH INCH GAP IN REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL GAP.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11 OBSERVED DOOR OF ICE MACHINE COVER DOOR BROKEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED CALCIUM BUILDUP ON INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
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Aug 21, 2023
Reinspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.111 OBSERVED OVER 30 RODENT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, INCLUDING UNDERNEATH SHELVING AND EQUIPMENT IN THE KITCHEN.. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. PEST CONTROL SERVICE RECOMMENDED PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15 OBSERVED 1/4TH INCH GAP IN REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL GAP.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11 OBSERVED DOOR OF ICE MACHINE COVER DOOR BROKEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED CALCIUM BUILDUP ON INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
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Aug 15, 2023
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INADEQUATE WASTE WATER DISPOSAL AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. WHEN ONE COMPARTMENT DRAINS ANOTHER ONE FLOODS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C). CITATION ISSUED
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL TCS FOODS STORED AT INADEQUATE TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 46-53 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD FOODS ARE HELD AT 41 F AND BELOW. MANAGER DISCARDED: 1 POUND OF CHICHUA CHEESE, 1/2 POUND MOZZARELLA CHEESE, 2 POUNDS OF QUESO, 1/4 POUND GOAT CHEESE, 2 POUNDS TURKEY, 2 POUNDS HAM, 2 POUNDS CHICKEN AND 3 GALLONS OF MILK ($300). PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3 COOLERS WITH INADEQUATE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 49-53 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COOLERS HAVE AN AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF 41 F AND BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY, UPON ARRIVAL, WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (HAM, PIZZA, MILK) MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OVER 50 RODENT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, INCLUDING UNDERNEATH SHELVING AND EQUIPMENT IN THE KITCHEN AND IN THE HOT WATER TANK CLOSET. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. PEST CONTROL SERVICE RECOMMENDED PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/4TH INCH GAP IN REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL GAP.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DOOR OF ICE MACHINE COVER DOOR BROKEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CALCIUM BUILD UP ON INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ARE UP TO DATE.
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May 23, 2022
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (IN REAR PREP AREA) IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (FLOUR, SUGAR ETC)
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST REACH IN FREEZER (ACROSS 2 COMPARTMENT SINK) WITH EXCESSIVE ICE BUILDUP IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE RACKS (FOR MULTI USE UTENSILS- PANS, POTS, FOOD CONTAINERS ETC) WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATION IN REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-202.11 INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING LIGHTSHIELD ABOVE REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.
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May 19, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: FOUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. NOTED WASTEWATER BACKING UP FROM ONE COMPARTMENT INTO ANOTHER COMPARTMENT WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM ONE COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED TO FIX. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C) CITATION ISSUED
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: FOUND NO SANITIZING TEST STRIPS (FOR QUATS/CHLORINE) AVAILABLE FOR DETERMINING SANITIZING CONCENTRATION AT 3 COMPARTMENT SANITIZING SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINK INFRONT COFFEE PREP/SERVING AREA.
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Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER THAWING PROCEDURE ON FROZEN MEAT. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT, THAWING MUST OCCUR UNDER REFRIGERATION THAT MAINTAINS THE FOOD TEMPERATURE AT 41.0F OR LESS OR COMPLETELY SUBMERGED UNDER RUNNING WATER OR THAWED IN A MICROWAVE OVEN AND IMMEDIATELY TRANSFERRED TO CONVENTIONAL COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH NO INTERRUPTION IN THE PROCESS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN CORRECT THAWING PROCEDURES.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (IN REAR PREP AREA) IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (FLOUR, SUGAR ETC)
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST REACH IN FREEZER (ACROSS 2 COMPARTMENT SINK) WITH EXCESSIVE ICE BUILDUP IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE RACKS (FOR MULTI USE UTENSILS- PANS, POTS, FOOD CONTAINERS ETC) WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATION IN REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS SPILLAGE BEHIND REAR PREP TABLE IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING LIGHTSHIELD ABOVE REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND INCOMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE . INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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Mar 9, 2021
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Mar 2, 2021
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE WASHROOM, IN THE UTILITY CLOSET, AND IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA ALONG THE WALLS, INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER CABINET, AND ON THE BOTTOM TRAY OF THE ROLLING SPEED RACK. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS IN ALL AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR WITH A 1/2" GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL OUTER OPENINGS MUST BE PROTECTED FROM THE ENTRY OF RODENTS.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE ON THE WASHROOM DOOR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WORKING WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
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Jan 10, 2020
Routine
2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD PREPACKAGED WITH NO LABEL, PREPACKAGED FOOD ITEMS ARE MADE ON SITE AND CONTAINS MILK. INSTRUCTED THE MANAGER TO PROVIDE THE NAME OF THE FOOD SOURCE FOR EACH MAJOR FOOD ALLERGEN CONTAINED IN THE FOOD UNLESS THE FOOD SOURCE IS ALREADY PART OF THE COMMON OR USUAL NAME OF THE RESPECTIVE INGREDIENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY TO EAT, TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (CHICKEN, SOUPS)NOT PROPERLY DATED , STORED LONGER THAN 24 HOURS IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DATE MARKING WITH DISPOSITION DATE FOR RTE FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD OVER 24 HOURS IN COLD HOLDING UNIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING EMPLOYEE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT NEW FRONT PREP AREA HAND WASHING SINK. MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN SIGNAGE
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THAT EMPLOYEE WORE WATCHES AND BRACELETS ON HANDS WHILE WORKING WITH EXPOSED FOOD.MUST REMOVE ALL JEWELRY EXCEPT PLAIN WEDDING BAND FROM HANDS WHILE WORKING WITH EXPOSED FOOD
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: NOTED DIRTY WIPING CLOTHS ON PREP TABLES AT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL WASHCLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THAT UTENSILS IN USE ARE STORED IN COLD STATIONARY WATER ROOM TEMPERATURE.MUST STORED UTENSILS UNDER RUNNING COLD WATER, UNDER HOT WATER (135 F AND ABOVE),IN FOOD HANDLE NOT TOUCHING FOOD AND IN CLEAN PLACE PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS FOOD STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN RUBBER GASKET ON DOOR TO 3 DOOR FREEZER IN REAR ROOM AND REACH OVER FREEZER IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED CARDBOARD BOXES USED TO LINE SHELVES AND SEPARATE FOOD ON SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BOXES TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WHEEL BASES OF ALL EQUIPMENT.MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM SHELVING UNITS IN BAR AREA AND MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AROUND COFFEE MACHINE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE AND CAPPUCCINO/ESPRESSO MACHINE. MUST INSTALL BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES OR AIR GAP BETWEEN THE WATER SUPPLY INLET AND THE UNIT SO IT MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED CLUTTER OF EQUIPMENT AND OTHER UNUSED ITEMS ON FLOORS IN STORAGE AND FOOD PREP ROOM.MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS TO ALLOW CLEANING AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS ESPECIALLY NON WORKING EQUIPMENT LIKE BROKEN DISH MACHINE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NOTED HEAVY DIRT AND GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE, ON PIPES/CONDUITS AND ON EDGES OF THE EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD.
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Jan 8, 2019
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP POLICY/KIT ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A CLEAN UP POLICY/KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE AT THE FRONT FOOD PREP/COFFEE BARISTA AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL AN EXPOSED HAND SINK WITHIN 90 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c) NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REAR KITCHEN DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING AT BOTTOM OF THE DOOR.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO MAKE THE REAR DOOR TIGHT FITTING SO AS TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY. CORE VIOLATION
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO BARRIER PREVENTING NON FOOD PERSONS FROM ENTERING FRONT AND REAR FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PUT UP A BARRIER PREVENTING NON FOOD PERSONS FROM ENTERING. CORE VIOLATION
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELD CAPS MISSING FROM ONE OF THE LIGHT SHIELDS AT FRONT PART OF REAR FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL LIGHT SHIELD CAPS. CORE VIOLATION
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO GET ALLERGEN CERTIFIED. CORE VIOLATION
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Aug 9, 2017
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A SMALL WATER LEAK UNDER THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.INSRTUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 2, 2017
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCES ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE- ICE IS BEING USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE,REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED AND MAINTAINED.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED KITCHEN MULTI-USE POTS ON SHELVING UNITS NOT PROPERLY STORED.INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND INVERT ALL KITCHEN MULTI-USE POTS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTS ON BOTTOM OF REAR PREP TABLE.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/REPAIR USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON WALL ABOVE THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER AND ON VENTILATION COVER INSIDE THE TOILET ROOM AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A SMALL WATER LEAK UNDER THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.INSRTUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND MAINTAIN.
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Only authorized personnel in the food-prep area
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUSTOMER WALKING INTO THE FOOD-PREP AREA.ONLY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ALLOWED IN THE FOOD-PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 15, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Dec 8, 2016
Reinspection
9 minor violations.
View 9 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 25 mice droppings inside the closet where the furnace and water heater are located. Also observed the rear door to have a 1/4 inch gap along the bottom edge. Instructed facility to remove any pests, repair door so it is tight fitting, and recommended to have a licensed pest control provider service facility. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: Observed the outside dumpster closest to the facility unable to fully close lids due to trash overflowing. Instructed facility to correct and maintain so lids are tight fitting and closed and trash is contained. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Previous minor violations not corrected from report # 1950351, dated 8-15-16: Violation 30- "Observed prepackaged items at the front counter unlabeled. Instructed facility to label all items with name, ingredients, date, and location of production information and to maintain." Violation 32- "Instructed facility to install and maintain a splashguard near the rear exposed handsink by the drying rack and to maintain." Violation 35- "Observed exposed ventilation insulation above the walk in cooler. Instructed facility to repair or remove and maintain." Violation 36- "Instructed facility to install light shields on the lights near the walk in cooler and three compartment sink end to end and to maintain." Violation 37- "Instructed facility to install and maintain a self closing device on the washroom door." Violation 38- "Observed the espresso machine draining into a bucket. Instructed facility to connect to a drain pipe and maintain." Instructed facility to correct all and maintain. Serious violation 7-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed heavy ice accumulation in the stand up freezer near the entry way to the front service area. Instructed facility to defrost and maintain free of heavy ice accumulation.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed the cabinet under the espresso machine to be dirty. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed the top of the salamander to be dirty with food debris and grease. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed dirt accumulation on the floor of the walk in cooler and the floor in the furnace closet. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed damaged floor tiles by the 3 door prep cooler near the Panini station. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed the exhaust hood (not the filters) to have grease accumulation. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed the wall behind the three compartment sink to be dirty. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed the ceiling, fans, and fixtures on or near the ceiling in the dining area to have dust accumulation. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the front pie display cooler draining into a bucket. Instructed facility to properly connect drain line to a floor drain and maintain.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Observed foodhandler working without hair restraint. Instructed facility that all foodhandlers must wear hair restraints. Comply and maintain.
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Dec 6, 2016
Complaint
11 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: Observed the walk in cooler at a temperature of 48.0f. Tagged cooler held for inspection by CDPH. Instructed not to use or remove tag. Instructed to repair and maintain cooler at or below 40f. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: Found foods at improper temperatures in the walk in cooler: 1/2lb of beef at 46.2f, 2 gallons of orange juice at 46.4f, 100lbs of cheese at 46.2f-49.1f, 1/2lb of duck at 46.2f, 4lbs of macaroni and cheese at 46.3f, 12 quarts of half and half at 48.0f, 8 dozen eggs at 47.2f, 10lbs of cooked rice at 47.4f, 10lbs of cooked pasta at 47.7f, 301 lbs of pork at 46.5f-48.7f, and 10lbs of potatoes at 48.4f. Operator discarded and denatured said items. Instructed facility to maintain all potentially hazardous foods at 40f or below or 140f or above. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).
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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 25 mice droppings inside the closet where the furnace and water heater are located. Also observed the rear door to have a 1/4 inch gap along the bottom edge. Instructed facility to remove any pests, repair door so it is tight fitting, and recommended to have a licensed pest control provider service facility. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: Observed the outside dumpster closest to the facility unable to fully close lids due to trash overflowing. Instructed facility to correct and maintain so lids are tight fitting and closed and trash is contained. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Previous minor violations not corrected from report # 1950351, dated 8-15-16: Violation 30- "Observed prepackaged items at the front counter unlabeled. Instructed facility to label all items with name, ingredients, date, and location of production information and to maintain." Violation 32- "Instructed facility to install and maintain a splashguard near the rear exposed handsink by the drying rack and to maintain." Violation 35- "Observed exposed ventilation insulation above the walk in cooler. Instructed facility to repair or remove and maintain." Violation 36- "Instructed facility to install light shields on the lights near the walk in cooler and three compartment sink end to end and to maintain." Violation 37- "Instructed facility to install and maintain a self closing device on the washroom door." Violation 38- "Observed the espresso machine draining into a bucket. Instructed facility to connect to a drain pipe and maintain." Instructed facility to correct all and maintain. Serious violation 7-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed heavy ice accumulation in the stand up freezer near the entry way to the front service area. Instructed facility to defrost and maintain free of heavy ice accumulation.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed the cabinet under the espresso machine to be dirty. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed the top of the salamander to be dirty with food debris and grease. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed dirt accumulation on the floor of the walk in cooler and the floor in the furnace closet. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed damaged floor tiles by the 3 door prep cooler near the Panini station. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed the exhaust hood (not the filters) to have grease accumulation. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed the wall behind the three compartment sink to be dirty. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed the ceiling, fans, and fixtures on or near the ceiling in the dining area to have dust accumulation. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the front pie display cooler draining into a bucket. Instructed facility to properly connect drain line to a floor drain and maintain.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Observed foodhandler working without hair restraint. Instructed facility that all foodhandlers must wear hair restraints. Comply and maintain.
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Aug 15, 2016
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Observed prepackaged items at the front counter unlabeled. Instructed facility to label all items with name, ingredients, date, and location of production information and to maintain.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Instructed facility to install and maintain a splashguard near the rear exposed handsink by the drying rack and to maintain.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed the three door prep cooler gaskets to have dirt accumulation. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed dirt and debris on the floors in the front service area along the walls. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed exposed ventilation insulation above the walk in cooler. Instructed facility to repair or remove and maintain.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Instructed facility to install light shields on the lights near the walk in cooler and three compartment sink end to end and to maintain.
36
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Instructed facility to install and maintain a self closing device on the washroom door.
37
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed a small leak under the espresso machine. Instructed to repair and maintain. Observed the espresso machine draining into a bucket. Instructed facility to connect to a drain pipe and maintain.
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Aug 8, 2016
Routine
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: Observed both outside dumpsters with lids unable to close due to garbage overflowing. Instructed facility to correct and maintain so lids are closed and tight fitting at all times. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: When a compartment of water is released at the three compartment sink waste water seeps out the top lid of the grease trap and onto the floor. Instructed facility to repair and maintain. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Observed prepackaged items at the front counter unlabeled. Instructed facility to label all items with name, ingredients, date, and location of production information and to maintain.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Instructed facility to install and maintain a splashguard near the rear exposed handsink by the drying rack and to maintain. Instructed facility to defrost the white 1 door freezer near the front prep and to maintain.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed the three door prep cooler gaskets to have dirt accumulation. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed dirt and debris on the floors in the front service area along the walls. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed slight dirt accumulation on the wall behind the three compartment sink. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed exposed ventilation insulation above the walk in cooler. Instructed facility to repair or remove and maintain.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Instructed facility to install light shields on the lights near the walk in cooler and three compartment sink end to end and to maintain.
36
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Instructed facility to install and maintain a self closing device on the washroom door.
37
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed a small leak under the espresso machine. Instructed to repair and maintain. Observed the espresso machine draining into a bucket. Instructed facility to connect to a drain pipe and maintain.
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Jun 5, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FRONT SLIDING 3 DOOR COOLER, IN POOR REPAIR, DIPPING CONDENSATION INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MOLDY LOOKING SUBSTANCE ON REAR KITCHEN WALL BY THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NO LIGHT SHIELDS ON LIGHTS REAR PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAKING FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR,
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REAR UTILITY CLOSET CLUTTER INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
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Nov 26, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MULTI USE UTENSILS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT UTENSILS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MULTI USE PLATES NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL CHIPPED PLATES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: STORAGE CABINET UNDER COUNTER IN FRONT PREP AREA AND EXHAUST HOOD NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN. INTERIOR ICE MAKER FRONT PANEL NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR AND RESEAL SURFACE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT BULBS NOT WORKING OR MAINTAINED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL NON-WORKING BULBS AND INSTALL END CAPS MISSING ON BULBS IN PREP AREA. LIGHT BULB NOT SHIELDED INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO INSTAL SHIELD OR SHATTER PROOF BULB.
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Jun 26, 2014
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOODS INSIDE COOLERS AND FREEZER NOT PROPERLY LABELED OR DATED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE ALL FOODS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY AND REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: END CAPS NOT PROVIDED ON LIGHT BULBS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL END CAPS ON ALL LIGHT BULBS.
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Jun 19, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: DISH WASHING FACILITIES NOT MAINTAINED OR OPERATED. WHILE RUNNING AND DRAINING WATER IN MIDDLE OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. WATER CLOUDY WITH FOOD DEBRIS COMING UP MIDDLE OF SINK FROM LEFT AND THEN RIGHT SIDES OF SINK. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DRAINLINES AND GREASE TRAP TO PREVENT INADEQUATE DISPOSAL OF DRAIN WATER. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOODS INSIDE COOLERS AND FREEZER NOT PROPERLY LABELED OR DATED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE ALL FOODS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY AND REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: END CAPS NOT PROVIDED ON LIGHT BULBS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL END CAPS ON ALL LIGHT BULBS.
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May 29, 2013
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: PREP FOODS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER NOT LABELED; INSTRUCTED TO DATE/LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUST NOTED ON BOTTOM PANEL OF PREP TABLE; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST/RESEAL. BROKEN GASKETS ON SANDWICHES PREP REACH IN COOLER DOORS; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE ON EQUIPMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS, FREEZERS, FRONT AREA CABINETS, LARGE OVEN AND DRIED FOOD STORAGE BINS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS; MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS AT PREP AREAS, FURNACE ROOM AND FRONT SERVING AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SMOKE STAINS AND FOOD DEBRIS ON CEILING AND WALLS AT PREP AREAS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAINT WALLS AND CEILING. EXCESSIVE GREASE ON HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT; MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. DUST BUILD-UP ON VENT COVERS AND CEILING ATTACHMENTS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: BROKEN, LEAKING PIPE INSIDE FURNACE ROOM; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: NO HAIR RESTRAINTS; INSTRUCTED FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Nov 1, 2012
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST DEFROST THE TWO CHEST FREEZER(WITH HEAVY ICE ACCUMULATED).
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE EXTERIOR OF THE GREASE TRAP BOX AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS IN THE KITCHEN, INISIDE THE FURNACE ROOM, ALONG THE WALL BASE IN THE DINING AREA AND MAINTAIN. MISSING PART OF THE COVING/BASEBOARD INSIDE THE WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL THE HOLE ON THE WALL INSIDE THE WASHROOM. MUST CLEAN THE FAN GUARD INSIDE ONE OF THE TWO DOOR REACH IN COOLER,(WITH DUST BUILD UP) AND MAINTAIN. PEELING PAINT ON THE WALLS INSIDE THE WASHROOM. MUST SCRAPE PELLING PAINT AND REPAINT. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE HOOD,FILTER,LIGHT SHIELD ON THE HOOD ,(WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATED) AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD ON THE LIGHT BULB INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER. MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE PREP AREA AND ON THE HOOD. MUST CLEAN ALL THE LIGHT SHIELD ON THE HOOD AND ABOVE THE PREP TABLES.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST RE ADJUST THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON THE DOOR OF THE WASHROOM(NOT CLOSING ALL THE WAY).
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pie Cafe, Llc — First Slice Pie Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pie Cafe, Llc — First Slice Pie Cafe on file is from Sep 2, 2025. The public record contains 25 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pie Cafe, Llc — First Slice Pie Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited 18 times, more than any other issue at Pie Cafe, Llc — First Slice Pie Cafe.
Has Pie Cafe, Llc — First Slice Pie Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Pie Cafe, Llc — First Slice Pie Cafe have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Pie Cafe, Llc — First Slice Pie 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.
How often is Pie Cafe, Llc — First Slice Pie Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pie Cafe, Llc — First Slice Pie Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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