Pret a Manger
Last inspected: Nov 15, 2019
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Score
Public records show 14 inspections at Pret a Manger stretching back to 2012. On Nov 15, 2019, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Note that Pret a Manger's inspection history hasn't been updated since Nov 15, 2019; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code”, which has been cited five times.
The city-wide average is 81, putting Pret a Manger squarely in typical territory. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Nov 15, 2019
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MILK CRATES STORED ON THE GROUND IN THE CHEMICAL CLOSET WHERE GARBAGE IS LOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PLACE ON PROVIDED SHELVING UNITS IN THE CLOSET THAT IS AT LEAST 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NOTED WATER POOLING UNDER COFFEE PREP TABLE DUE TO LEAK FROM ABOVE COFFEE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK TO AVOID WATER LEAKAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WATER UNDER COFFEE PREP TABLE DUE TO LEAK FROM COFFEE MACHINE STORED ON ABOVE TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREA.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE PERSON IN CHARGE AS THE ONLY CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING AND OTHER CFM CERTIFICATES PROVIDED ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
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Jun 14, 2018
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: FOOD CONTAINERS NOT STORED PROPERLY AT REAR STORAGE ROOM, INSTRUCTED TO INVERT OR KEEP IN A CLOSED BOX/ BAG.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CLEAN UTENSILS RACK STORED TOO CLOSE TO HAND SINK WITH NO SPLASH GUARD, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL OR MOVE RACK.
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Dec 15, 2017
Complaint
No violations found.
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Jul 11, 2017
Routine
No violations found.
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Dec 7, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Cutting boards that had deep cuts in kitchen prep area, shall be replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces(exterior) not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Rear kitchen storage shelving not clean, needs 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, cooking equipment in prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles and light shields in rear kitchen prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Feb 24, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Caulk around exposed hand sink, 3 compartment sink in kitchen 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 table lower shelving need cleaning, front counter in front prep area, and coffee station shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Feb 10, 2015
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO PROOF OF CERTIFICATES FOR EMPLOYEES PROVIDED FOR THE STATE NEW FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING.MUST PROVIDE BY NEXT ROUTINE INSPECTION.
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Aug 7, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: HAND SINK NEXT TO CLEAN UTENSILS RACK, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: WEAK WATER PRESSURE AT DISH WASHING AREA HAND SINK, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE UNDER CITY PRESSURE.
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Dec 17, 2013
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA TO REMOVE FOOD CRUMBS.
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Aug 13, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 6, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: DURING INSPECTION OBSERVED MORE THAN 45 SMALL FLIES IN THE REAR PREP AREA BY THE MOP SINK ON THE WALLS, CEILING TILES AND ONE CAR BORAD BOXES. ALSO OBSERVED SMALL FLIES IN THE FRONT CUSTOMER AREA ON THE WALLS, CEILINGS TILES AND ON SIGNAGE AS WELL. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO HAVE PEST CONTROL PROVIDE SERVICE PRIOR TO 8/13/2013. ALL ABOVE AFFECTED AREAS MUST BE CLEANED AND SANITIZED.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST AND SANITIZE FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST ADJUST TEMPERATURE VALVE AT LADIES RESTROOM. MUST INCREASE HOT AND COLD WATER PRESSURE AT THE LADIES RESTROOM.
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Jul 31, 2012
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN/SANITIZE INTERIOR OF ALL FLOOR DRAINS. MUST REPLACE MISSING RUBBER COVING TO FRONT/SIDE DRY STORAGE AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN CEILING TILES IN REAR ABOVE 3-COMP. SINK-REMOVE DUST/DIRT BUILD UP.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REATTACH/SEAL CORNER WALL PANEL BY THE 3-COMP. SINK.
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Jul 23, 2012
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: FOUND OVER 100 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN THE REAR BY THE MOPSINK AREA, THE DUMPSTER AREA, REAR AND FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ALL SMALL FLIES, CLEAN/SANITIZE THE THE AFFECTED AREA AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL TO ASSIST IN THE MATTER. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN/SANITIZE INTERIOR OF ALL FLOOR DRAINS. MUST REPLACE MISSING RUBBER COVING TO FRONT/SIDE DRY STORAGE AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN CEILING TILES IN REAR ABOVE 3-COMP. SINK-REMOVE DUST/DIRT BUILD UP.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REATTACH/SEAL CORNER WALL PANEL BY THE 3-COMP. SINK.
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Mar 7, 2012
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pret a Manger last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pret a Manger on file is from Nov 15, 2019. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pret a Manger?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Pret a Manger.
Has Pret a Manger's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pret a Manger have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pret a Manger means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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