Robust Coffee Lounge
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
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Score
Across the available record, Robust Coffee Lounge has 33 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The most recent report on file is from Jan 21, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.
Looking across the full record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” is the recurring theme, flagged 25 times.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
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Jan 16, 2026
Reinspection
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-203.11 OBSERVED A HAND-WASHING SINK IS NEEDED AT THE DISHWASHING PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: 4-204.115 NOTED TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE/GAUGE FOR THE WASH AND SANITIZING CYCLES OF WAREWASHING MACHINE NOT WORKING. INSRTUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION # 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS AND SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR OF PREP DISH AREA, AROUND DISH MACHINE, PREP TABLES AND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, DIRT BUILDUP AND/OR GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Jan 14, 2026
Routine
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: NOTED LOW TEMPERATURE DISH WASHING MACHINE IN USE NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING. SANITIZING STRENGTH OF SANITIZER (CHLORINE) AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION WAS 0 PPM. EQUIPMENT MUST PROPERLY SANITIZE AT A MINIMUM OF 50 PPM. MANAGER WAS ABLE TO REPAIR DISHMACHINE DURING INSPECTION. NOW SANITIZING AT 50PPM. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FOR WARE WASHING NOT MEETING REQUIREMENTS. WATER TEMPERATURE OF THE SINK WAS OBSERVED AT 71.0F. INFORMED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT THE PROPER WATER TEMPERATURE OF THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK SHALL BE MAINTAINED AT A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 110F. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: NOTED IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEMS INSIDE THE PREP REFRIGERATOR OF PORK AT 50.1 F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 10 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $60.00 THROUGH THE DENATURING PROCESS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING SINK NOT MAINTAINED WITH HOT WATER: IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF HOT WATER OBSERVED AT EMPLOYEE WASHROOM HANDSINK (71F). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE HOT WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS MUST BE AT LEAST 100F. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A HAND WASHING SINK IS NEEDED AT THE DISHWASHING PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: NOTED TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE/GAUGE FOR THE WASH AND SANITIZING CYCLES OF WAREWASHING MACHINE NOT WORKING. INSRTUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION # 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS AND SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR OF PREP DISH AREA, AROUND DISH MACHINE, PREP TABLES AND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, DIRT BUILDUP AND/OR GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Sep 11, 2025
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEEP GROOVED CUTTING BOARD ON SANDWICH PREP COOLER. INTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE CUTTING BOARD AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES IN STAFF AND CUSTOMER WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN COVERED RECEPTACLES IN WASHROOMS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT ON WALLS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR TO MAKE WALLS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Sep 4, 2025
Complaint
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FROM 3-10-25 NOT POSTED AND VISIBLE TO CUSTOMERS. INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY SHALL BE POSTED IN PLAIN VIEW OF CUSTOMERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-010(B) 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. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2613423 ON 3-10-25:40-OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.55-NO COVERS FOUND ON THE VENTILATION FANS ON THE CEILINGS OF THE CUSTOMER WASHROOMS; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERS FOR THE VENTILATION FANS AND MANTAIN.55-INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE FRONT PREP CORNER AREA TO REMOVE COFFEE BEANS AND CLEAN IN KITCHEN AREA AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTILAION FAN ON THE CEILING OF THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.57-OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLERS OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND WASHING SINK IN STAFF WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEEP GROOVED CUTTING BOARD ON SANDWICH PREP COOLER. INTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE CUTTING BOARD AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES IN STAFF AND CUSTOMER WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN COVERED RECEPTACLES IN WASHROOMS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT ON WALLS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR TO MAKE WALLS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Mar 10, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: THE PERSON IN CHARGE HAS NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. DEREK CORTELYOU HAS A SERV SAFE CERTIFICATE ISSUED ON NOVEMBER 16, 2024. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. CORRECTED ON SITE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NO COVERS FOUND ON THE VENTILATION FANS ON THE CEILINGS OF THE CUSTOMER WASHROOMS; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERS FOR THE VENTILATION FANS AND MANTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE FRONT PREP CORNER AREA TO REMOVE COFFEE BEANS AND CLEAN IN KITCHEN AREA AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTILAION FAN ON THE CEILING OF THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLERS OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES.
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Feb 26, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE LARGE ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN INTERIOR OF MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE FRONT PREP AREA IN THE CORNER AREA BY THE LARGE ICE MACHINE TO REMOVE COFFEE BEANS FROM THE FLOOR. ALSO CLEAN THE FLOOR I THE REAR PREP AREA IN CORNERS BY REFRIGERATION UNITS AND OTHER EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTILATION FAN COVER IN THE WASHROOM TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED ON THE COVER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NO VENTILATION FAN COVER ON THE FAN IN THE WASHROOM CLOSEST TO THE BACK DINING ROOM; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE COVER FOR FAN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLERS OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES.
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Aug 4, 2023
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: FOUND INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINES IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECTED AND MAINTAIN BOTH ICE MACHINES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS IN POOR REPAIR OR DISCOLORED IN NEED OF REPLACING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: SIDES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO EMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: GARBAGE AREA IS LOCATED WITHIN BUILDING. FLOORS IN NEED OF CLEANING AND MAINTING.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS THROUGH OUT PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NO MECHANICAL VENTILATION ON SITE WHILE EXTENSIVE COOKING IS BEING DONE. INSTRUCTED TO ADD ADEQUATE VENTILATION AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 28, 2023
Complaint
5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO ONE ON SITE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE HOLDING PREPPING, SERVING OR STORING TCS FOODS. IE... DELI MEATS, TUNA, MILK CREAM, CUT FRUIT, CUT VEGETABLES ETC. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A PERSON AND CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE SIGNED COPIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES IN ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF REPORTING AGREEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURES OR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. SUPPLIES MUST INCLUDE ADEQUATE SANITIZER THAT ELIMINATES NOROVIRUS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY AND SUPPLIES TO PROPERLY HANDLE BODILY FLUID SPILLS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CURRENT PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON THE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT A LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY AND OPERATOR MUST PROVIDE AT LEAST 2 PEST INSPECTIONS A YEAR AND THE REPORTS MUST BE MAINTAINED IN THE LOG BOOK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CURRENT PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AND PEST INSPECTION REPORTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TEST KIT FOR PROPER CONCENTRATION IN SANITIZING SOLUTIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: NO ONE ON SITE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: FOUND INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINES IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECTED AND MAINTAIN BOTH ICE MACHINES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS IN POOR REPAIR OR DISCOLORED IN NEED OF REPLACING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: SIDES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO EMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: GARBAGE AREA IS LOCATED WITHIN BUILDING. FLOORS IN NEED OF CLEANING AND MAINTING.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS THROUGH OUT PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NO MECHANICAL VENTILATION ON SITE WHILE EXTENSIVE COOKING IS BEING DONE. INSTRUCTED TO ADD ADEQUATE VENTILATION AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
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Jul 6, 2022
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE BUILD UP INSIDE THE DEEP FREEZER IN THE REAR. MUST DEFROST AND CLEAN. MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR WALLS IN THE LARGE ICE MACHINE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAK UNDERNEATH THE FRONT PREP SINK AND A LEAK AT THE BASE OF THE FAUCET AT THE 3 COMP SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOOR NEED CLEANING IN THE FRONT SERVICE AREA ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE DEBRIS(COFFEE BEANS).
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Feb 17, 2022
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A DROP CEILING ABOVE PREP AND/OR COOKING AREA IN THE REAR.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE ALLERGEN TRAINING REQUIREMENT OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. ALL CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Feb 10, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY/SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AND CERTIFIED PIC AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUE #7-38-012.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERD ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE REAR DEEP FREEZER, 15 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERD ON THE FLOOR AROUND REAR REACH IN COOLER AND STORAGE SHEVLING AND 10 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERD ON THE FLOOR IN THE PAPER GOOD STORAGE ROOM. MUST REMOVE AND DETAIL CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-020(A).
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE PIC WITHOUT HIS VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STORAGE SHELVING DIRTY. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DEBRIS.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REFUSE AREA/ROOM VERY DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS,WALLS AND DUMPSTER TO PREVENT PEST ISSUES AND HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VENTS, DUCK WORKS AND UTILITY LINES ABOVE THE PREP STATION DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER THROUGH OUT PREMISES STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND/OR ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING THROUGH OUT REAR PREP AND STORAGE AREA ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A DROP CEILING ABOVE PREP AND/OR COOKING AREA IN THE REAR.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE ALLERGEN TRAINING REQUIREMENT OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. ALL CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT A WRITTEN PROCEDURE MUST BE IN PLACE FOR VACCINTED AND NON-VACCINTED EMPLOYEES AS REQUIRED OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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Jun 7, 2021
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LONG CUTTING BOARD IN FOOD PREP AREA STAINED FROM NORMAL WEAR OF CUTTING. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. ALSO INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE OFTEN UNTIL REPLACED TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE COLD HOLD UNITS IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN HOT WATER KNOB AT MOP SINK AND LEAKING SPRAYER AT TWO COMP SINK BOTH LOCATED IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN PRIVATE STAFF TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREASE ON WALLS IN PREP AREA, FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER SHELVING UNIT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS, AS WELL AS BEHIND EQUIPMENT IN SFRONT SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER IN REAR OFFICE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN. ANY ITEMS THAT HAVE TO REMAIN MUST BE ELEVATED AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR FOR EASY CLEANING AND SANITIZING.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTERPROOF BULBS AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF DUST AND GREASE OF VENTS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS BEING PREPARED AND FOOD CONTACT SURFACE AREAS.
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Mar 19, 2020
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT HAND WASHING SINK IN WOMEN WASHROOM 50.2F INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A MINIMUM OF 100F WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INADEQUATE SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP SUPPLIES AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FRONT HAND WASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE, FILLED WITH SANITIZER BUCKET. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL ITEMS FROM HAND WASHING SINKS FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT HANDWASHING SINK IN MIDDLE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SOAP FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PACKAGED YOGURT PARFAITS DISPLAYED FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE WITH NO FOOD LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL WITH BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS, INGREDIENTS, NET WEIGHT, ALLERGENS, ETC.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOP HANDLE LAYING ON ICE INSIDE ICE MACHINE IN FRONT COFFEE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ICE SCOOP HANDLE ABOVE ICE TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS INSIDE CABINETS UNDER 2-COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING AND LOOSE FAUCET AT HAND WASHING SINK IN WOMEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO TRASH CAN AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TRASH CAN IN ALL AREAS WHERE WASTE IS COMMONLY DISCARDED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED SMOKE AND GREASE ON WALLS IN MIDDLE PREP AREA, FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER SHELVING UNIT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED WALL TILES IN MIDDLE PREP AREA, PEELING PAINT ON WALLS AND WALL SURFACES IN POOR REPAIR IN UTENSIL AND DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTERPROOF BULBS AND MAINTAIN.
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41
Jul 15, 2019
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA OR KIT. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
5
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: MUST PLACE FOOD SCOOPER UPRIGHT IN FOOD CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION FROM HANDLES.
39
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE UNUSED WASH CLOTHS IN ADEQUATE CHEMICAL SANITIZING SOLUTION.
41
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST HAVE COVERED RECEPTACLES IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT OF DEBRIS AND LITTER.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR PROVIDE A HANDLE FOR REFRIGERATOR AT REAR.
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64
Dec 7, 2018
Reinspection
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY.MUST PROVOIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
5
82
Dec 6, 2018
Routine
4 critical violations. 6 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 26 violations
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SNEEZE GUARD AT FRONT PREP AREA DRINK STATION PREP COOLER AT SERVING AREA TO THE PUBLIC.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)
39
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT HAND SINK IN MIDDLE PREP AREA FOR HAND WASHING.SOAP WAS PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.COS. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION7-38-030(C)
10
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER ON PREMISES AT FRONT (71.1F)AND MIDDLE (69.4F)HAND SINKS AND CUSTOMERS MEN'S (49.6F) AND WOMEN'S (47.3F)TOILETROOMS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN SUFFICIENT WATER SUPPLY TO MEET PEAK DEMANDS DURING OPERATION.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)
50
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE WATER TEMPERATURE AT 60.8F USING A QUATERNARY AMMONIUM SANITIZER. A MECHANICAL OPERATION OF WARE WASHING EQUIPMENT A CHEMICAL SANITIZER USED IN A SANITIZING OPERATION.A QUATERNARY AMMONIUM COMPOUND SOLUTION SHOULD HAVE A MINIMAL WATER TEMPERATURE OF 75.0F.ALSO SANITIZER SOLUTION PPM'S READING IS 0.0PPM IN PART DUE TO LACK OF ADEQUATE WATER TEMPERATURE(PRIORITY 7-38-025)
16
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INCORRECT CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE(QUATERNARY AMMONIUM)IS NEEDED.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
48
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC DOESN'T DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF FOOD OPERATION.MUST PROVIDE.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
1
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY.MUST PROVOIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
5
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING DEVICES AT HAND SINKS IN MIDDLE PREP AREA AND EMPLOYEES TOILET ROOM.HAND DRYING DEVICES ARE PROVIDED NOW AT SINKS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-SEE VIOLATION #10)
10
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS NOT PROPERLY DATE MARKED.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
23
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE POSTED AT MIDDLE AND REAR PREP AREAS HAND SINKS FOR HAND WASHING.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
10
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.MUST LABEL REPACKAGED FOOD ITEMS WITH PROPER INFO GIVEN.
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-1" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR AND REAR SIDE DOOR FRAME AND WALL ON BOTH SIDES.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.
38
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSEREVED EMPLOYEES NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE HANDLING FOOD.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
40
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSIL ON REAR DISH STORAGE SHELVES.
44
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE WORN CUTTING BOARDS AT PREP COOLER.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON FRONT PREP AREA 2- PREP COOLER AND MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON BEVERAGE COOLER IN DINING AREA.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM STORAGE SHELVES,MICROWAVE,OVEN,PREP COOLERS.
49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE AND GRILL .
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HEAVY LEAKY PIPE AT FRONT PREP AREA HAND SINK.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR AND FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE BUILD UP FROM WALLS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE UPPER WALL PANEL AND WALL TRIM BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN MIDDLE PREP AREA.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT IN MIDDLE PREP AREA.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE .MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
58
14
Feb 9, 2017
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 2, 2017
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM APRIL 14, 2016 AS DESCRIBED: #38 MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK THAT IS MORE READILY ACCESSIBLE TO THE MIDDLE PREP AREA. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
29
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AROUND AND UNDER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND STORAGE SHELVES.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST ON THE CEILING VENTS OF THE PUBLIC WASHROOMS; MUST CLEAN VENTS TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER LEAKING FROM THE HOT WATER FAUCET KNOB IN THE WOMENS WASHROOM; REPAIR LEAK AT FAUCET KNOB.
38
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.
38
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS INCLUDING THOSE WORKING THE BEVERAGE STATION MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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74
Apr 14, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: REFRIGERATED FOOD STORAGE FACILITIES AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. NOTED THE REACH IN COOLER AT 60 DEGREES F. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AT 40 DEGREES F AND BELOW. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005A
2
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS NOTED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 11LBS OF CREAM CHEESE, SLICED TOMATOES, TURKEY SAUSAGE,BUTTER MILK, DELI MEAT, AND HUMMUS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 47-53 DEGREES F. MUST MAINTAIN POTENIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT 40 DEGREES F AND BELOW OR 140 DEGREES F AND ABOVE. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005A
3
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF BULK FOOD ITEM CONTAINERS, CUTTING BOARDS, SINKS, COUNTER TOPS,REFRIGERATION UNITS AND SHELVING.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DEATAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER THE SHELVING UNITS.
34
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK THAT IS MORE READILY ACCESSIBLE TO THE MIDDLE PREP AREA.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTER IMPROPERLY STORED IN THE REAR MOP SINK AND MINIMIZE CLUTTER IN ALL STORAGE AREAS. MUST STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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74
Aug 27, 2015
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL SMALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN CUTTING BOARDS,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR FRONT PREP COOLER & REAR REACH IN FREEZER,MUST RECAULK HAND SINK IN MEN'S TOILETROOM.MUST PROVIDE SPLASHGUARD IN BETWEEN 1- COMP SINK AND HAND SINK.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM GARBAGE CANS,COUNTERTOPS,ALL SHELVING UNITS,INTERIOR & EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE & DISH MACHINE,PREP TABLES.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL HOLE IN LOWER WALL BEHIND FRUIT COOLER.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT IN REAR PREP AREA.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE FAUCET IN WOMEN'S TOILETROOM,BARRIER AT OVERHEAD PIPES IN REAR PREP AREA.
38
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
45
70
Aug 20, 2015
Routine
12 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2- DOOR PREP COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA AT 47.6F WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED INSIDE.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT.ONCE REPAIRED FAX LETTER TO (312)746-4240 WHEN READY.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING AT 40.0F OR BELOW.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
2
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATUTES OF READY TO EAT FOODS STORED INSIDE OF REAR PREP COOLER SUCH AS 9LBS.BEEF BRISKET 45.1F-53.4F 8/18/15,4LBS.CHICKEN SALAD 45.0F 8/18/15,2LBS.TUNA 44.3F 8/18/15,10LB.TURKEY BREAST ROLL 46.4F,2LBS. LOX 48.5F,1LB. SALMON 48.0F,8 DOZEN SHELLED EGGS 50.0F,4LBS. HUMMUS 46.5F-49.4F.PRODUCT WAS DUMPED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING AT 40.0F OR BELOW.APPX.32LBS. $191. (CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
3
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 100 RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN FRONT PREP AREA UNDER SHELVING UNITS,UNDER SMALL PREP COOLER,IN REAR PREP AREA UNDER PAPER STORAGE SHELF,ON & UNDER PREP TABLE,ON SHELVES OF COOLER AND AT MOTOR OF SAME,WARMING DRAWER,NEAR MOP SINK,DINING AREA BEHIND BOOTHS AND SHELVING UNIT BEHIND COUCH.ALSO BOTH SIDE & REAR DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING ALONG BOTTOM & SIDES.ALSO APPX.25 OR MORE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND PREMISES.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.PEST CONTROL ARRIVED ON SITE DURING INSPECTION.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
18
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL SMALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON OVER HEAD SHELVING UNITS.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN CUTTING BOARDS,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR FRONT PREP COOLER & REAR REACH IN FREEZER,MUST RECAULK HAND SINK IN MEN'S TOILETROOM.MUST PROVIDE SPLASHGUARD IN BETWEEN 1- COMP SINK AND HAND SINK.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM GARBAGE CANS,COUNTERTOPS,ALL SHELVING UNITS,INTERIOR & EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE & DISH MACHINE,PREP TABLES.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT.MUST SEAL BROKEN CONCRETE FLOOR IN CORNER NEAR ICE MACHINE.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN PREP AREAS AND DINING AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASE NEAR MOP SINK,GAPS IN BRICK WALL IN DINING AREA.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT IN REAR PREP AREA.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE FAUCET IN WOMEN'S TOILETROOM,OVERHEAD PIPES IN REAR PREP AREA.
38
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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55
Dec 4, 2014
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PRE-PACKAGED CAKES AND CUT FRUIT WITH OUT PROPER LABELING, INSTRUCTED ON PROPER LABELING NAME, ADDRESS,PHONE, INGREDIENTS ETC.
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS FORKS,SPOONS, IMPROPERLY STORED IN REAR PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO INVERT(HANDLE UP).
31
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR WALL PAINT CHIPPED BEHIND REAR PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO RE-PAINT.
35
86
Oct 16, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PRE-PACKAGED CAKE AND CUT FRUIT WITH OUT PROPER LABELS, INSTRUCTED ON PROPER LABELING.
30
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN FRONT JUICER, AND REAR SLICER, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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90
Jan 24, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEMI CLEAR LIQUID AT COFFEE STATION NOT LABELED. ASKED WHAT THE LIQUID WAS AND WAS TOLD SIMPLE SUGAR SYRUP. INSTRUCTED ON PROPER LABELING.
30
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NEED TO CLEAN REAR FLAT GRILL, AND TOSTER OVEN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: NEED TO FILL HOLE IN CORNER OF FLOOR FRONT NEXT TO COFFEE GRINDER.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NEED TO CLEAN DUSTY CEILING VENTS IN BOTH RESTROOMS.
35
82
Jan 28, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED SMALL OPENINGS ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR LEADING TO THE OUTSIDE. MUST SEAL.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR TOP PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL COOLERS,PREP TABLES AND OTHER EQUIPMENT. ALSO CLEAN FLOORS IN STORAGE CLOSET IN THE MENS WASHROOM. MUST REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS AND HEAVY DUST.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR BROKEN WALL TILES IN REAR PREP AREA ABOVE PREP TABLE. MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS BEHIND REAR PREP COOLER.
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82
Apr 24, 2012
Reinspection
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: INVERT ALL CARRYOUT CONTAINERS.
31
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, FREEZERS, BEVERAGE MACHINES.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS BEHIND FRONT COUNTER, IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE VENTILATION OVER GRILL IN REAR PREP AREA.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
40
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
42
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: PROVIDE LONG HANDLE UTENSILS FOR DISPENSING CHICKEN AND TUNA SALAD.
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64
Apr 17, 2012
Complaint
13 minor violations.
View 13 violations
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. FRONT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED, 1/4" GAP ON BOTTOM OF DOOR. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED.
18
Toilet rooms enclosed clean, provided with hand cleanser, sanitary hand drying devices and proper waste receptacles
Inspector notes: In all food establishments, toilet facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair and shall include an adequate supply of hot and cold or tempered water, soap, and approved sanitary towels or other approved hand-drying devices. WOMEN'S WASHROOM NOT CLEAN, MAINTAINED AND HAS STRONG FOUL ODOR. OBSERVED FECES ON FLOOR AND TOILET SEAT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WOMEN'S WASHROOM. WASHROOM MUST BE CLEAN, IN GOOD REPAIR AND FREE OF ODORS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED. MANAGER CLEANED WASHROOM DURING INSPECTION.
27
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS.
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. INVERT ALL CARRYOUT CONTAINERS.
31
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, FREEZERS, BEVERAGE MACHINES.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
34
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. REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS BEHIND FRONT COUNTER, IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. PROVIDE VENTILATION OVER GRILL IN REAR PREP AREA.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. SEPARATE CLEANING EQUIPMENT, SOAP, AIR FRESHENER, ETC AWAY FROM STRAWS, STIRRERS AND UTENSILS UNDER FRONT COUNTER.
41
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
42
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. PROVIDE LONG HANDLE UTENSILS FOR DISPENSING CHICKEN AND TUNA SALAD. STORE ALL WASHCLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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52
Mar 17, 2011
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: FOUND FOOD CONTAINERS NOT STORED PROPERLY ON SHELVING UNITS. (MUST STORE INVERTED)
31
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS NOT SWEPT AT REAR STORAGE AREAS.
34
90
Nov 10, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 8, 2010
Tag Removal
8 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: MUST RODENT PROOF FRONT DOOR-1/4" GAP NOTED AND REAR DOOR-1/2" GAP NOTED. FOUND 40 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN REAR OF RESTAURANT AND 10 IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ALL FLIES AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICES TO HELP ELIMINATE ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION #64216-12 ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE WORN RUBBER GASKETS ON FRONT PREP REACH-IN COOLER BY ICE MACHINE
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS/FREEZERS, EXTERIOR OF HOT HOLDING UNITS, COUNTERS AND STORAGE RACKS THROUGHOUT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF ALL FLOOR DRAINS, FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT. MUST MAINTAIN DRY FLOORS TO HELP IN ELIMINATING BREEDING SITES FOR PESTS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WINDOW SILLS THROUGH OUT-REMOVE DIRT AND DEAD BUGS.
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Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE ANY UNUSED WASH CLOTHS IN A BUCKET OF SANITIZING SOLUTION AND DIRTY WASH CLOTHS IN A BIN OR ITEM WITH A LID TO HELP IN ELIMINATION OF BREEDING SITES FOR PESTS
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST HANG ALL MOPS NOT IN USE HANGING UPRIGHT FOR PROPER DRYING TO HELP IN ELIMINATING BREEDING SITES FOR PESTS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair.
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Nov 3, 2010
Complaint
10 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. FOUND REAR REACH-IN COOLER NOT ABLE TO MAINTAIN THE PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR LOWER, AIR TEMPERATURE WAS 52.7F. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE UNIT SERVICED SO THAT IS MAINTAINS THE PROPER TEMPERATURE AND MUST FAX A LETTER TO 312-746-4240 ATTN: MR. NELSON FOR REINSPECTION OF COOLER. UNIT WAS TAGGED AND CAN NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CDPH. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A CITATION #64215-11 ISSUED.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. TEMPERATURES RANGED FROM 46.7F TO 53.5F AND FOODS INCLUDED: TURKEY, HUMMUS, TUNA SALAD, CHEESE,QUICHE, HORSE RADDISH AND EGGS. ALL ITEMS WERE DISCARDED AND DENATURED. A COMBINED WEIGHT OF 10LBS AT $69.30. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP ALL COLD FOODS AT 40F OR LOWER.CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A
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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: MUST RODENT PROOF FRONT DOOR-1/4" GAP NOTED AND REAR DOOR-1/2" GAP NOTED. FOUND 40 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN REAR OF RESTAURANT AND 10 IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ALL FLIES AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICES TO HELP ELIMINATE ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION #64216-12 ISSUED.
18
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE WORN RUBBER GASKETS ON FRONT PREP REACH-IN COOLER BY ICE MACHINE.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS/FREEZERS, EXTERIOR OF HOT HOLDING UNITS, COUNTERS AND STORAGE RACKS THROUGHOUT.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF ALL FLOOR DRAINS, FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT. MUST MAINTAIN DRY FLOORS TO HELP IN ELIMINATING BREEDING SITES FOR PESTS.
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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. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WINDOW SILLS THROUGH OUT-REMOVE DIRT AND DEAD BUGS.
35
Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector notes: Soiled and clean linens, coats, and aprons shall be properly stored. MUST STORE ANY UNUSED WASH CLOTHS IN A BUCKET OF SANITIZING SOLUTION AND DIRTY WASH CLOTHS IN A BIN OR ITEM WITH A LID TO HELP IN ELIMINATION OF BREEDING SITES FOR PESTS
39
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST HANG ALL MOPS NOT IN USE HANGING UPRIGHT FOR PROPER DRYING TO HELP IN ELIMINATING BREEDING SITES FOR PESTS.
41
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair.
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Jul 6, 2010
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Robust Coffee Lounge last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Robust Coffee Lounge on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains 33 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Robust Coffee Lounge?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 25 times, more than any other issue at Robust Coffee Lounge.
Has Robust Coffee Lounge's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Robust Coffee Lounge have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Robust Coffee Lounge means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Robust Coffee Lounge inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Robust Coffee Lounge is inspected around two times per year on average.
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