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KOPI, A TRAVELER'S CAFE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

KOPI, A TRAVELER'S CAFE 5317 N CLARK ST, CHICAGO 60640 Restaurant
August 24, 2017 Canvass Re-Inspection License #50261
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: ALL BULK FOODS IN BASEMENT MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED. AND ALL PREPARED READY TO EAT FOODS MUST BE LABELED AND DATED.
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 #31
MAJOR
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: MUST NOT USE HANDLE-LESS CUPS AS SCOOPS FOR BULK FOODS. MUST PROVIDE SCOOPS WITH HANDLES STORED INVERTED IN FOODS OR USE SINGLE USE UTENSIL FOR EACH USE.
Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.
Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.
Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: BROKEN/MISSING FLOOR TILES UNDER THE DISH MACHINE. MUST REPLACE.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WALL CAULKING AT THE WASHROOM WASHBOWL PEELING AND BLACKENED. MUST REPLACE.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PIPING UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK REPAIRED WITH TAPE. DRAIN SEAL REPAIRED WITH "PLUMBERS PUTTY" IN THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE SINK. MUST NOT USE TAPE OR UNAPPROVED "PLUMBERS PUTTY" AS A MEANS OF REPAIR.
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: PIPING UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK REPAIRED WITH TAPE. DRAIN SEAL REPAIRED WITH "PLUMBERS PUTTY" IN THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE SINK. MUST NOT USE TAPE OR UNAPPROVED "PLUMBERS PUTTY" AS A MEANS OF REPAIR.
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
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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