Sarah & Lee's Cafe & Catering
Last inspected: Jun 14, 2019
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Score
Across the available record, Sarah & Lee's Cafe & Catering has 19 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Jun 14, 2019. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Note that Sarah & Lee's Cafe & Catering's inspection history hasn't been updated since Jun 14, 2019; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, showing up 12 times.
Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Sarah & Lee's Cafe & Catering is comfortably above that bar. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspection History
Jun 14, 2019
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jun 7, 2019
Routine
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION #58 ALLERGEN TRAINING WAS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2200590 DATE 8-7-18. Violation Codes: PA 100-0367 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO GET AN ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-42-090.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY ON MENU OR POSTED PER NEW CODE. A 90 GRACE PERIOD WAS GIVEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT TO CUSTOMERS ABOUT CONSUMING RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOOD ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-005.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL A EXPOSED HAND SINK AT THE FRONT PREP AREA PER NEW CODE. PREMISES HAD A 90 DAY GRACE PERIOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-030(c).
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS AND GREASE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVER THE HOOD AND FILTERS DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN TO REMOVE GREASE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60.
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Aug 7, 2018
Routine
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY ON MENU OR POSTED.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INFORM CUSTOMERS ABOUT UNDERCOOKED FOODS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO GET AN ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION--NO CITATION ISSUED
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012(a) NO CITATIONS ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP SCHEDUAL ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A CLEAN UP POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ACCESSIBLE EXPOSED HANDSINK AT FRONT HOT LINE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL EXPOSED HANDSINK AT FRONT HOT LINE FOOD PREP AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN LIGHT SHIELDS AT FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELDS.
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Jun 13, 2017
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDERNEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
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Nov 2, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE RUBBER GASKETS AT THE REACH-IN FREEZER IN REAR OF PREMISES
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DEFROST THE REACHIN FREEZER IN THE REAR OF PREMISES,HAS ACCUMLICATION OF ICE BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIJN EQUIPMENT
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Mar 22, 2016
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF REACH-IN FREEZER OF OLD FOOD DEBRIS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE END CAPS ON THE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS IN PREP AREA
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Mar 14, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED,FOUND TRASH AND BAGS FILL-UP WITH TRASH ON GROUND AND SURROUNDING OUTSIDE DUMPSTER,THIS IS A FOOD SOURCE FOR RODENTS AND OTHER PEST,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#1588749 DATE 11-23-2015(33)MUST CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN GRILL AREA(34)MUST CLEAN FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT(37)THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE WASHROOM DOOR IS NOT ATTACHED,MUST ATTACH THE SELF-CLOSIND DEVICE(38)THE FAUCET NECK AT THE THREE COMP SINK IS LEAKING,MUST REPAIR LEAKAGE AT FAUCET NECK OF THE THREE COMP SINK,INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT VIOLATIONS,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF REACH-IN FREEZER OF OLD FOOD DEBRIS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE END CAPS ON THE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS IN PREP AREA
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Nov 23, 2015
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN GRILL AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE WASHROOM DOOR IS NOT ATTACHED; MUST ATTACH THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE FAUCET NECK AT THE THREE COMP SINK IS LEAKING; MUST REPAIR LEAKING AT THE FAUCET NECK OF THE THREE COMP SINK.
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Sep 15, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN GRILL AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE WASHROOM DOOR IS NOT ATTACHED; MUST ATTACH THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE FAUCET NECK AT THE THREE COMP SINK IS LEAKING; MUST REPAIR LEAKING AT THE FAUCET NECK OF THE THREE COMP SINK.
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Dec 12, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN FREEZERS AND REFRIGERATORS TO REMOVE SPILLS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA TO REMOVE GREASE, DUST AND DEBRIS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE DIM OR BURNT OUT LIGHT IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE BETTER LIGHTING FOR CLEANING AND PEST MONITORING.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: NOTED SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON THE TOILET ROOM DOOR BROKEN. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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May 2, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor in front prep area has build up of grime. must detail clean.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling fans in front serving area has build up of dust. mmust detail clean.
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May 17, 2013
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: LABEL AND DATE COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS AND BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE DRAIN STOPPERS AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN HOOD ABOVE THE STOVE, PREP TABLE SHELVES, WHEELS, SOME SHELVES IN FRONT OF RESTAURANT. CLEAN OVEN TOP INSIDE AND SIDES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOOR SURFACE UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT THRU-OUT PREMISES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT 3- COMP SINK.
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Aug 16, 2012
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL & DATE COOKED FOODS STORED INSIDE OF COOLERS AND BULK FOOD STORAGE AREAS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LIDS AT STEAM TABLE IN POOR REPAIR.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK,MISSING WALL OUTLET COVERS
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM WHEEL BASES,FRYER,GRILL,GRILL TABLE,DRAWERS,UNUSED FRONT COOLER,PREP TABLES,SHELVING UNITS,REFRIGERATOR,EXHAUST FANS,CEILING FANS,WINDOW SILLS,WALLS & PIPES
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASY FLOOR MATS.MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOORS ALONG WALL BASES & UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES WHERE NEEDED
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES & WIRES WHERE NEEDED
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Aug 14, 2012
Complaint
10 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 2 REFRIGERATORS AT 58.1F & 51.7F WITH COOKED READY TO EAT FOODS STORED INSIDE FOR SALE .A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT ONCE REPAIRED FAX LETTER TO (312)746-4240 WHEN READY.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A).
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF COOKED READY TO EAT FOODS STORED INSIDE OF MENTIONED REFRIGERATORS SUCH AS PORK CHOPS 47.4F,MACARONI CHEESE 47.2F,SPAGHETTI 49.0F,CHICKEN 47.5F,RIBS 45.1F,MEAT LOAF 46.4F,CUBE STEAK 45.7F,GREEN BEANS 48.5F,CABBAGE 46.9F,ITALIAN BEEF 47.3F,RAW EGGS 45.1F - 48.0F,HAM 55.4F,RICE 46.9F.NO TIME & TEMPERATURE LOGS AVIALABLE TO VIEW.PRODUCT WAS DUMPED & DENATURED.APPX 60 LBS. $150.(CRITICAL 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: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 20 MOUSE & RAT DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN VARIOUS AREAS SUCH AS ON FLOOR BEHIND UNUSED CHEST FREEZER IN REAR PREP AREA,UNDER UNUSED PREP COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA,ON LEDGE OF & INSIDE OF STORAGE CABINET,IN REAR AREA ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN MOP BUCKET & ON WOOD LEDGE IN SAME AREA.ALSO FRONT & REAR SCREEN DOORS SCREENS IN POOR REPAIR AND DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF SCREENS & DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 8/14/12.(SERIOUS 7-38-020).
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE & GREASE CONTAINER AREA NOT MAINTAINED.OBSERVED SEVERAL LARGE PLASTIC BAGS ON GROUND AROUND DUMPSTER & GREASE CONTAINER.MUST REMOVE & CLEAN AREA & MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-38-020).
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL & DATE COOKED FOODS STORED INSIDE OF COOLERS AND BULK FOOD STORAGE AREAS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LIDS AT STEAM TABLE IN POOR REPAIR.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK,MISSING WALL OUTLET COVERS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM WHEEL BASES,FRYER,GRILL,GRILL TABLE,DRAWERS,UNUSED FRONT COOLER,PREP TABLES,SHELVING UNITS,REFRIGERATOR,EXHAUST FANS,CEILING FANS,WINDOW SILLS,WALLS & PIPES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASY FLOOR MATS.MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOORS ALONG WALL BASES & UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES WHERE NEEDED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES & WIRES WHERE NEEDED.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL REFRIGERATORS.
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Feb 15, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Feb 8, 2012
Routine
11 minor violations.
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Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector notes: In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago.OBSERVED INADEQUATE WASTE WATER DISPOSAL AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK & TOILET WHERE WATER IS BACKING UP INTO ALL COMPARTMENT AND ALSO THE TOILET WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM 3- COMP SINK.MUST REPAIR & MAINTAIN.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)CITATION ISSUED.
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No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin/insect infestations.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF AN INFESTATION OF RAT & MOUSE DROPPINGS MORE THAN 75 SCATTERED IN VARIOUS AREAS THROUGHOUT SUCH AS UNDER CARPET IN TOILET ROOM,UNDER STOVE,UNUSED PREP COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA,NEXT TO FURNACE,REAR STORAGE AREA ALONG WALL BASES,INSIDE OF DEEP FRYER CABINET,UNDER STEAM TABLE,BOOTH SEATING,ALSO A DEAD RAT ON FLOOR UNDER STOVE.FRONT DOOR SWEEP WORN.ALSO NOTICED A UNKNOWN WHITE POWDER SUBSTANCE ALONG WALL BASES IN PREP AREA,REAR STORAGE AREA & UNDER BOOTH SEATING.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,DEAD RAT,UNKNOWN SUBSTANCE.MUST REPLACE WORN DOOR SWEEP.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 2/8/12.(CRITICAL 7-38-020)CITATION ISSUED.
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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.MUST LABEL & DATE COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS & BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST MUST REMOVE REFRIGERATOR TO ACCESS HAND SINK,RUST FROM LID OF CHEST FREEZER,PREP TABLE.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON REFRIGERATOR,MISSING WALL OUTLETS.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS.
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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 GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM CABINETS,SHELVING UNITS,HOOD,FILTERS,DEEP FRYERS,STEAM TABLE,GRILL TABLE,STOVE,MICROWAVE,UNUSED CHEST FREEZER,WINDOW SILLS,OVER HEAD SHELVING UNITS,CEILING FANS,LIGHT SHIELDS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST DETAIL CLEAN HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP FROM FLOORS UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,ALONG WALL BASES.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE & DAMAGED FLOORING & SOILED CARPET IN TOILET ROOM.
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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 SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON CEILING IN REAR PREP AREA,ON SHELVING UNITS ABOVE UNUSED COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN DUST & GREASE BUILD UP FROM WALLS IN DINING & PREP AREA.MUST SEAL HOLE IN LOWER WALL UNDER UNUSED COOLER & ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & STAINED CEILING TILES.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.MUST PROVIDE A LIGHT SHIELD OVER STEAM TABLE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET & PIPES AT 3- COMP SINK.MUST REMOVE DRAINLINES FROM HAND SINK IN PREP AREA TO A OPEN SITE FLOOR DRAIN.
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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.MUST PROVIDE STEM & REFRIGERATOR THERMOMETERS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees must wear garments that are clean and of washable character and nature.MUST PROVIDE CLEAN APRONS FOR FOOD HANDLERS.
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May 5, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN PREP TABLE SHELVES, WHEELS, SOME SHELVES IN FORNT OF RESTAURANT. CLEAN OVEN TOP INSIDE AND SIDES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT, SECURE FLOOR COVERING TO FLOOR IN SOME AREAS i.e. WASHROOM, PREVENTING INSECT ENTRANCE.
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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. REMOVE DUST ON WALLS & CEILING THROUGHOUT AND ATTACHMENTS (PIPES, FANS ETC.)
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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. DETAIL CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT.
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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. DETAIL FILTERS IN EXHAUST HOOD.
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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 THERMOMETER INSIDE COOLER.
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Apr 9, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Mar 26, 2010
Routine
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: 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. OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF OF MICE ACTIVITY IN KITCHEN AREA, APPROX. 15-20 DROPPINGS SEEN ON SHELVING AND EQUIPMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, AND SEAL ALL OUTER OPENING TO PREVENT ENTRY SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED
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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 CLEAN ALL STORAGE SHELVES, INTERIOR OF KITCHEN CABINETS AND COUNTER TABLES
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN FLOOR SURFACE UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT THRU-OUT PREMISES
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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 REPAIR HOLE IN WALL BY COOKING EQUIPMENT, SURFACE MUST SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sarah & Lee's Cafe & Catering last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sarah & Lee's Cafe & Catering on file is from Jun 14, 2019. The public record contains 19 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sarah & Lee's Cafe & Catering?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited 12 times, more than any other issue at Sarah & Lee's Cafe & Catering.
Has Sarah & Lee's Cafe & Catering's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Sarah & Lee's Cafe & Catering have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sarah & Lee's Cafe & Catering 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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