The Broadway Cafe
Last inspected: Jan 19, 2011
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The health department has logged five inspections at The Broadway Cafe, the earliest from 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 19, 2011. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical. The most recent inspection at The Broadway Cafe is from Jan 19, 2011, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around seven violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.
“Sewage and waste water disposal” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspection History
Jan 19, 2011
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: All food establishments shall be provided with an adequate supply of hot and cold water under pressure properly connected to the city water supply.//NO HOT RUNNING WATER ON PREMISES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION 3 COMP.SINK,MOP SINK,WASH BOWL IN REST ROOM,EXPOSED HAND BOWL.UNABLE TO WASH RINSE & SANITIZE MULTI-USE UTENSILS.
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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.//FRONT DOOR NOT RODENT & INSECT PROOF FRONT DOOR MEASURED AT 1/4" AT BOTTOM OF DOOR.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: When toilet and lavatory facilities are provided for the patrons of food establishments, such facilities shall be adequate in number, convenient, accessible, properly designed, and installed according to the municipal code.//UNABLE TO USE EXPOSED HAND BOWL WAST LINE PIPS NOT CONNECTED .NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT EXPOSED HAND BOWL. WHEN TURN ON WATER RUNS ON TO FLOOR.
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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.//NEED NAMES DATES ON ALL FOOD ITEMS ON DISPLAY & IN STORAGE.
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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.//NEED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL MULTI-USE UTENSILS IN STORAGE.
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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.//FLOORS UNDER AROUND STOCK NEED CLEANING /MUST STORE ALL STOCK 6" OFF FLOOR WHEN IN STORAGE.MUST REMOVE ALL WASTE WATER OFF FLOOR .
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.//MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES OFF PREMISES .
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May 26, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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May 17, 2010
Reinspection
4 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.above violation still remaining from inspection report#80305 dated 5/13/2010, at this time of license reinspection on 5/17/2010.
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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.above violation still remaining from report#80305, dated 5/13/2010, at this time of license reinspection on 5/17/2010.
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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. Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.above violation still remaining from inspection report#80305, dated 5/13/2010, at this time of license reinspection on 5/17/2010.
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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. 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.above violation still remaining from inspection report#80305, dated 5/13/2010, at this time of license reinspection on 5/17/2010.
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May 13, 2010
Reinspection
5 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.//VIOLATION REMAINING FROM 5-10-2010 SEE REPORET#80299/WASTE WATER RUNNING ONTO FLOOR WHEN LET OUT OF SINK OF 3COMP SINK GRESE TRAP NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED
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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.//FRONT DOOR NOT RODENT/ INSECT PROOF 1/4" GAP AT BOTTOM & SIDE OF DOOR
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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.//SEE REPORT #80299 BROOKEN GLASS IN DISPLAY CASE
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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.//SEE REPORT #80299 VIOLATION REMAINING
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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.//SEE REPORT #80299 VIOLATION REMAIN/GRESE TRAP NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED
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May 10, 2010
License
11 minor violations.
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Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: All food establishments shall be provided with an adequate supply of hot and cold water under pressure properly connected to the city water supply.//NO HOT OR COLD RUNNING WATER AT EXPOSED HAND BOWL IN REAR
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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.//WASTE WATER BACK UP IN 1ST & 3RD SINK WHEN WATER IN RELEASED FROM MIDDLE SINK
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees.//NO EXPOSE HAND BOWL IN PREP AREA
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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.//NO EXTERMINATION LOG BOOK OR SERVICE FOR BUSINESS
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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.//TRAYS USED FOR FOOD TO LARGE FOR 3COMP. SINK TO WASH OR SUBMERGE
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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.//REMOVE RUSTY BOTTOM SHELVE IN FRONT PREP AREA OR PAINT/PAINT ALL RAW WOODEN SHELVES IN FRONT COUNTER/NEED PAPPER TOWLE HOLDER AT WASH BOWL &EXPOSED HAND BOWL
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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.//REPAIR HOLE IN CEILING TILE IN REAR
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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.NEED LIGHT SHIELDS ON LIGHTS OVER FOOD PREP AREA
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.//NEED SELF-CLOSEING DOOR FOR RESTROOM
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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 INSTALL A GREASE TRAP FOR 3COMP. SINK,PROPERLY INSTALL DRAINE BOARD FOR 3COMP. SINK
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No smoking regulations
Inspector notes: Smoking shall be prohibited in all public places except in designated smoking areas.//NO NO SMOKING SIGN POSTED ON PREMISES
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Broadway Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Broadway Cafe on file is from Jan 19, 2011. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Broadway Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “sewage and waste water disposal” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Broadway Cafe.
Has The Broadway Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at The Broadway Cafe have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Broadway Cafe means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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