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FANCY PLANTS CAFE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FANCY PLANTS CAFE 613 W BRIAR PL, CHICAGO 60657 Restaurant
August 16, 2024 Canvass License #2631601
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE EXTRERIOR AND DOOR OF THE ICE MACHINE TO BE HEAVILY SOILED WITH SPILLAGE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF ANY FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILL BUILD UP.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAK FROM SPRAY HOSE AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS AND TRASH UNDER THE DISH MACHINE AND UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS FREE OF EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND TRASH BUILD UP.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE EQUIPMENT AND ITEMS STORED ON STAIRS IN BACK OF FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SORT AND REMOVE ALL ITEMS NOT NECESSARY TO OPERATION OF FACILITY.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE EQUIPMENT AND ITEMS STORED ON STAIRS IN BACK OF FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SORT AND REMOVE ALL ITEMS NOT NECESSARY TO OPERATION OF FACILITY.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

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