FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
CORNER BAKERY CAFE 170 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
December 13, 2023
Complaint
License #2939116
7
Total Violations
4
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.13 OBSERVED A INSECT CONTROL DEVICE INSTALLED ABOVE THE SODA POP DISPENSER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND DO NOT INSTALL INSECT CONTROL DEVICES OVER THE SODA POP DISPENSER.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.112 OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS ON THE FLOORS IN THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: 4-204.115 OBSERVED A TEMPERATURE MEASURING GAUGE FOR THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE INADEQUATELY MEASURING THE FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE, AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION SAID GAUGE WAS ONLY MEASURING UP TO 150F. INSPECTOR VERIFIED THAT THE FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE WAS 180F BY USING A HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE TEST STRIP. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SO THAT THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE FINAL RINSE GAUGE IS ADEQUATELY MEASURING THE TEMPERATURE OF THE FINAL RINSE OR REPLACE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
Why This Matters
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-302.14
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.14 OBSERVED THE COLD WATER UNABLE TO TURN ON AT THE LEFT FAUCET OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.12 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS UNDER THE HT DISH MACHINE AND IN FLOOR DRAINS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA AND FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT ON THE FLOOR IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA AROUND REFRIGERATION UNITS AND UNDER SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11 OBSERVED FLOORS NEED TO BE RE-GROUTED BY THE DISH WASHING FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE ALL FLOOR SURFACES SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11 OBSERVED FLOORS NEED TO BE RE-GROUTED BY THE DISH WASHING FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE ALL FLOOR SURFACES SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection