PASS
Risk 2 (Medium)
METROPOLIS COFFEE COMPANY Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
November 2, 2022
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License #1379788
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME, INCLUDING COFFEE ADDITIVES.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: SHELVING AROUND COFFEE EQUIPMENT AND COUNTERTOP STORAGE AT THE PREP AREA WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: LEAK IN THE FLOOR AT THE FRONT DISPLAY COOLER. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN DRY FLOOR.----EXTREMELY SLOW DRAINING HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA. MUST 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: FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE REAR STORAGE AREAS, PREP AREA, UNDER THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK, AND ALL COOLERS AND SINKS WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.-----WALL CAULKING AT THE SINK IN THE CUSTOMER WASHROOM IS PEELING AND IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPLACE.
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: FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE REAR STORAGE AREAS, PREP AREA, UNDER THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK, AND ALL COOLERS AND SINKS WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.-----WALL CAULKING AT THE SINK IN THE CUSTOMER WASHROOM IS PEELING AND IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPLACE.
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