Toscana Cafe

5357 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Jun 25, 2010

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show three inspections at Toscana Cafe stretching back to 2010. The most recent visit was on Jun 25, 2010. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Toscana Cafe's record stops at Jun 25, 2010, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to zero violations per visit.

“Food in original container, properly labeled” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Toscana Cafe on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jun 25, 2010

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Jun 23, 2010

License

10 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. premise needs to have a pest control log book on site.//REAR DOOR NOT RODENT & INSECT PROOF 1/4" GAP ON SIDES OF DOOR.

* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served.//NO PERSON ON PREMISES WITH A CITY FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE

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 IN STORAGE

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 & DATEDS ON ALL FOOD ITEMS IN STORAGE

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.//MUST INVERT ALL POTS & PANS IN STORAGE & PLATES.

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.//STAIN &BADLY PITTED CUTTING BOARDS IN PREP AREA

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.//INTERIOR & EXTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER,INSIDE ICE MACHINE NEED DETAIL CLEANING

Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

Inspector notes: None of the operations connected with food establishments shall be conducted in any room used as living or sleeping quarters.//MUST INSTALL SELF-CLOSEING DOOR ON RESTROOM

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.//MUST INSTALL AIR GAP ON WASTE LINE FROM 3COMP. SINK INTO FLOOR DRAIN.

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 ARTICLE OFF PREMISES

Jun 18, 2010

License

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Toscana Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Toscana Cafe on file is from Jun 25, 2010. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Toscana Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “food in original container, properly labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Toscana Cafe.

Has Toscana Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Toscana Cafe have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Toscana Cafe 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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