PASS Risk 1 (High)

FONS - PLANT BASED CAFE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FONS - PLANT BASED CAFE (AKA: TAQUIRA MEXICANA) 605 W LAKE ST, CHICAGO 60661 Restaurant
April 28, 2022 License License #2840435
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor

Inspection Summary

This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on April 28, 2022. The inspection type was "License" and resulted in a Pass outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 5 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: FOUND COOLERS WITHOUT THERMOMETER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND GAP IN BETWEEN ENTRY DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A CLOSED TIGHT FITTING DOOR.
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 #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: FOUND NO COVERED GARBAGE RECEPTACLE LOCATED IN UNISEX TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND DUST ON VENT OVER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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: FOUND DUST ON VENT OVER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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
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