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CAFECITO Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

CAFECITO 26 E CONGRESS PKWY, CHICAGO 60605 Restaurant
June 2, 2015 Canvass License #1914557
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST USE FOOD GRADE BAGS TO STORE FOOD NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS. AT THE 1DR REFRIGERATOR NEXT TO THE GRILL FOUND 2 PLASTIC BAGS HOLDING RAW BEEF. MUST USE FOOD GRADE BAGS AT ALL TIMES.
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR FRONT BOTTOM SHELVE TOWARDS THE FRONT OF THE DELI/SALAD COLD HOLDING UNIT TO REMOVE FOOD CRUMBS.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR HOT WATER FAUCET HANDLE AT THE 1-COMP SINK IN THE KITCHEN AREA. FAUCET IS DIFFICULT TO OPEN AND CLOSE. ALSO REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AT SAME.
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: MUST REPAIR HOT WATER FAUCET HANDLE AT THE 1-COMP SINK IN THE KITCHEN AREA. FAUCET IS DIFFICULT TO OPEN AND CLOSE. ALSO REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AT SAME.
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