FAIL Risk 2 (Medium)

BOW TRUSS COFFEE ROASTERS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

BOW TRUSS COFFEE ROASTERS 2004 W ROSCOE ST, CHICAGO 60618 Restaurant
December 9, 2015 License License #2432472
8
Total Violations
5
Critical
3
Major

Inspection Summary

This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on December 9, 2015. The inspection type was "License" and resulted in a Fail outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 8 violations during this inspection, including 5 critical violations that required immediate attention.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #2
CRITICAL
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: 1 DOOR COOLER NEXT TO ICE MAKER IS NOT TURNED ON.INSTRUCTED TO PLUG IN SAID COOLER AND MUST BE CAPABLE OF MAINTAIN A TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES.CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).NO CITATION ISSUED.
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
Violation #16
CRITICAL
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: NO SNEEZE GUARD PROTECTION AT FRONT SERVICE COFFEE DISPLAY PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SAID SNEEZEGUARD TO PROTECT AGAINST PUBLIC CONTAMINATION AND MAINTAIN.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).NO CITATION ISSUED.
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FRONT DOOR TO THE PREMISES IS NOT RODENT-PROOFED APPROX:1/4" MODE OF ENTRY AT RIGHT SIDE OF DOOR.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING ON SAID SIDE OF DOOR TO PREVENT PEST-ENTRY.ALSO,THE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK MUST BE COMPLETE WITH ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS AND MAINTAIN ON THE PREMISES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.NO CITATION ISSUED.
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #21
CRITICAL
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE OR PROOF OF ENROLLMENT AT THIS TIME.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: RAW WOODEN SURFACES AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTERS.INSTRUCTED TO SEAL USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH AND MAINTAIN.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: TOILET ROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF CLOSING AND MAINTAIN.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NO DRAINAGE LINE AT FRONT COFFEE DISPLAY PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SUCH THAT IT DRAINS DIRECTLY INTO A FLOOR DRAIN. WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE FOR PITCHER RINSER.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NO DRAINAGE LINE AT FRONT COFFEE DISPLAY PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SUCH THAT IT DRAINS DIRECTLY INTO A FLOOR DRAIN. WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE FOR PITCHER RINSER.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
Report Issues Call 311 or File Online
More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections