FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
MELI CAFE ON GRAND Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
February 5, 2020
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License #2065167
4
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND WASH SINK IN BAR AND NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR OF MAIN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 1 LIVE COCKROACH IN FURNACE ROOM LOCATED IN REAR PREP AREA NEAR DOOR TO SERVICE DOCK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL PESTS, SCHEDULE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE, CLEAN THOROUGHLY, AND MAINTAIN AN ENVIRONMENT FREE OF PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(a). CITATION ISSUED.
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: UNABLE TO LOCATE BAKCFLOW PREVENTER ON ESPRESSO MACHINE LOCATED IN BAR. INSTRUCTED TO EITHER LOCATE AND TAG OR INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: UNABLE TO LOCATE BAKCFLOW PREVENTER ON ESPRESSO MACHINE LOCATED IN BAR. INSTRUCTED TO EITHER LOCATE AND TAG OR INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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