Sora Temakeria
Last inspected: Oct 23, 2025
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Score
Inspectors have visited Sora Temakeria 15 times, with records going back to 2017. Sora Temakeria was last inspected on Oct 23, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “allergen training as required” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
Sora Temakeria's latest score of 78 falls below the Chicago average of 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Oct 23, 2025
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKS AT THE 3 COMP SINK FAUCET. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE VENTILATION HOOD TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED MANAGER ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED TO RENEW AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WORKING THERMOMETERS INSIDE COOLERS TO PROPERLY MONITOR TEMPERATURES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: NOTED ICE BUILD UP AND DEBRIS INSIDE DEEP FREEZERS. MUST DEFROST AND CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF ALL REACH IN DEEP FREEZERS.
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Dec 18, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: 4-901.12 NOTED DIRTY WIPING CLOTHS ON PREP TABLES AT REAR PREP AREAS. NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED PROPERLY TO STORE ALL WASHCLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12 CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 OBSERVED GRESE AND OIL ON THE STOVE SURFACE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Dec 19, 2023
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Dec 15, 2023
Reinspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 12/8/23 REPORT 2586583 NOT CORRECTED. 14- NO WRITTEN AGREEMENT OR STATEMENT FROM THE SUPPLIER STATING THE FISH/SEAFOOD SUPPLIED FOR SUSHI IS FROZEN TO THE REQUIRED TIME AND TEMPERATURE. INSTD TO PROVIDE THE SAME AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION ON-SITE. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 PRIORITY
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Dec 8, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HANDWASH CLEANSER AT HANDWASH SINK IN PREP AREA OR AT HANDWASH SINK IN TOILET ROOM. INSTD TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. HANDWASH CLEANSER/SOAP PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: NO WRITTEN AGREEMENT OR STATEMENT FROM THE SUPPLIER STATING THE FISH/SEAFOOD SUPPLIED FOR SUSHI IS FROZEN TO REQUIRED TIME AND TEMPERATURE. INSTD TO PROVIDE SAME AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION ON SITE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: MISSING CONSUMER ADVISORY WITH DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON THE ELECTRONIC MENU DISPLAYED ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE ON THE MENU WITH AN ASTERICK NEXT TO EACH SPECIFIC FOOD ITEMS THAT ARE RAW (SUSHI, MAKI, ETC ) ; AND THEN BY ASTERISKING THEM TO A FOOTNOTE THAT STATES THESE ITEMS ARE SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED OR CONTAIN (OR MAY CONTAIN) RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS AND ALSO A REMINDER STATEMENT SUCH AS "Consuming raw or undercooked MEATS, POULTRY, seafood, shellfish, or EGGS may increase your RISK of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions" . CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: DEAD ROACHES ON BASEMENT FLOOR. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL AND MAINTAIN FLOOR CLEAN
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Dec 7, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOOD (COOKED RICE) AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 68.7F. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL COLD HELD FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. PERSON IN CHARGE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 5LBS OF RICE AT A COST OF $10. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND SINK IN PREP AREA TO BE SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 4, 2021
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: 3-402.12(B) 3-402.12B -NO WRITTEN AGREEMENT OR STATEMENT FROM THE SUPPLIER STATING THE FISH SUPPLIED FOR CEVICHE IS FROZEN TO REQUIRED TIME AND TEMPERATURE. INSTD TO PROVIDE SAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11: MISSING LOCKING DEVICE ON COOLER IN CUSTOMER SERVICE AREA. INSTD TO PROVIDE LOCK DEVICE OR RELOCATE TO EMPLOYEE ONLY AREA
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13: FOOD HANDLER TRAINING MISSING FOR FOOD HANDLERS. INSTD TO OBTAIN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION
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Oct 27, 2021
Complaint
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OVER 30 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR BEHIND CHEST FREEZERS IN BASEMENT. INSTD TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A) PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HANDWASH CLEANSER (SOAP) AT HANDWASH SINK. INSTD TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MISSING LOCKING DEVICE ON COOLER IN CUSTOMER SERVICE AREA. INSTD TO PROVIDE LOCK DEVICE OR RELOCATE TO EMPLOYEE ONLY AREA
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER TRAINING MISSING FOR FOOD HANDLERS. INSTD TO OBTAIN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: HANDWASH SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE, UTENSILS IN BASIN OF SINK. INSTD TO MAINTAIN CLEAN AND USE SINK FOR HANDWASHING ONLY. SEE ABOVE FOR VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
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Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: 3-402.12(B) 3-402.12B -NO WRITTEN AGREEMENT OR STATEMENT FROM THE SUPPLIER STATING THE FISH SUPPLIED FOR CEVICHE IS FROZEN TO REQUIRED TIME AND TEMPERATURE. INSTD TO PROVIDE SAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 16, 2020
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: UNABLE TO LOCATE BACKFLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE OR IDENTIFY AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE THE ONLINE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE.
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Dec 9, 2020
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 20 RODENT DROPPINGS ALONG WALLBASE IN FRONT PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREA, AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHLORINE OR QUATERNARY TEST STRIPS ONSITE. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of SANITIZING solutions shall be provided, AND MAINTAINED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH COMMON FOOD NAMES; FLOUR, SUGAR, ETC., WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL PACKAGING. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: UNABLE TO LOCATE BACKFLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE OR IDENTIFY AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET BASE ON MOP SINK, AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COVERED TRASH CANS IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM FOR FEMININE HYGIENE NEEDS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT IN PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE THE ONLINE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE.
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Apr 12, 2019
Reinspection
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11: NO PROCEDURE IN PLACE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: **PF** (A) If an animal FOOD such as beef, EGGS, FISH, lamb, milk, pork, POULTRY, or shellfish is served or sold raw, undercooked, or without otherwise being processed to eliminate pathogens, either in READY-TO-EAT form or as an ingredient in another READY-TO-EAT FOOD, the LICENSE HOLDER shall inform CONSUMERS of the significantly increased RISK of consuming such FOODS by way of a DISCLOSURE and REMINDER, as specified in �� (B) and (C) of this section using brochures, deli case or menu advisories, label statements, table tents, placards, or other effective written means. - (B) DISCLOSURE shall include: (1) description of the animal-derived FOODS, such as ?oysters on the half shell (raw oysters),? ?raw-EGG Caesar salad,? and ?hamburgers (can be cooked to order)?; or (2) Identification of the animal-derived FOODS by asterisking them to a footnote that states that the items are served raw or undercooked, or contain (or may contain) raw or undercooked ingredients. - (C) REMINDER shall include asterisking the animal-derived FOODS requiring DISCLOSURE to a footnote that states: (1) Regarding the safety of these items, written information is available upon request; (2) Consuming raw or undercooked MEATS, POULTRY, seafood, shellfish, or EGGS may increase your RISK of foodborne illness; or (3) Consuming raw or undercooked MEATS, POULTRY, seafood, shellfish, or EGGS may increase your RISK of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. MISSING DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER AS REQUIRED WITH CONSUMER ADVISORY. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13: MISSING ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED. INSTD TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION.
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Apr 2, 2019
Routine
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN PLACE. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO PROCEDURE IN PLACE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OVER 30 MICE DROPPINGS NOTED ON FLOOR BEHIND CHEST FREEZERS IN BASEMENT. INSTD TO REMOVE AND ELIMINATE ALL RODENT ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. INSTD TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL SERVICE FOR UPDATED SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: MISSING DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER AS REQUIRED WITH CONSUMER ADVISORY. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: 3-402.12(B) -NO WRITTEN AGREEMENT OR STATEMENT FROM THE SUPPLIER STATING THE FISH SUPPLIED FOR SUSHI IS FROZEN TO REQUIRED TIME AND TEMPERATURE. INSTD TO PROVIDE SAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: MISSING ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED. INSTD TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION.
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May 17, 2018
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE OVER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,GAP IN BETWEEN WOOD AND STAINLESS STEEL WALL NEAR PREP TABLE.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO CEILING .
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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May 9, 2018
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 40 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON WOOD LEDGES UNDER AND BEHIND SERVICE COUNTER AND COLD HOLDING UNIT,ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT ALONG WALL BASES AND NEAR HOT WATER TANK.APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR AND REAR DOOR.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 5/9/18.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE OVER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,GAP IN BETWEEN WOOD AND STAINLESS STEELE WALL NEAR PREP TABLE.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO CEILING .
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR IN BASEMENT NEAR HOT WATER TANK.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 20, 2017
License
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: ALL RAW WOOD UNDER COUNTER MUST BE SEALED. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHTS IN PREP AREA IN NEED OF SHIELDS. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: TOILET ROOM DOOR IN NEED OF SELF CLOSING DEVICE. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK AT FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ALL CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS MUST BE REMOVED. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sora Temakeria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sora Temakeria on file is from Oct 23, 2025. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sora Temakeria?
Across the inspection record, “allergen training as required” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Sora Temakeria.
Has Sora Temakeria's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sora Temakeria have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sora Temakeria 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 Sora Temakeria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sora Temakeria is inspected around two times per year on average.
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