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BAI CAFE, INC. Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

BAI CAFE, INC. (AKA: BAI CAFE) 3406 N ASHLAND AVE, CHICAGO 60657 Restaurant
July 22, 2019 Canvass Re-Inspection License #2078772
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HANDWASHING SINK PROVIDED AT STORAGE/PREP AREA WERE FOOD IS PREPARED,INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C), NO CITATION ISSUED
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #39
MAJOR
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: VENT PIPES AND AIR CONDITION PIPES IN REAR STORAGE/PREP AREA MUST BE ENCLOSED DUE TO DRIPPING CONDENSATION.
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: BROKEN RUBBER GASKETS INSIDE THE DOORS OF PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM COOKING EQUIPMENT AND TWO DOOR REACH-IN COOLER ,MUST REPAIR.ALSO DOOR FROM PREP COOLER NOT ABLE TO COMPLETELY CLOSE,REPAIR ISSUE.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-501.12 Inspector Comments: SURFACE OF FEW CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DEEP CUTS.MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE SAID CUTTING BOARDS.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-501.12 Inspector Comments: SURFACE OF FEW CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DEEP CUTS.MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE SAID CUTTING BOARDS.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections