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SWEET MAPLE CAFE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SWEET MAPLE CAFE 1339 W TAYLOR ST, CHICAGO 60607 Restaurant
November 2, 2016 Canvass License #76798
5
Total Violations
3
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #31
MAJOR
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: MULTI SERVICE UTENSILS ON DINING TABLES IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO WRAP IN NAPKINS OR RE SET PLACE SETTINGS AS CUSTOMERS ARE SEATED.
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 #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INTERIOR FRAME OF ICE MACHINE DOOR, EXTERIOR OF GREASE INTERCEPTOR IN , AND LEGS AND BOTTOM SHELF OF PREP TABLES IN REAR PREP AREA WITH RUST ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO REMOVE RUSTY SURFACES. EXTERIOR TOP AND SIDES OF DISHMACHINE WITH EXCESSIVE CALCIUM/LIME ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO DE LIME AND MAINTAIN. TORN RUBBER DOOR GASKET AT UPRIGHT COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF ALL COOLERS/FREEZERS NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS AND SOILED CARDBOARD. INSTD TO REMOVE CARDBOARD, CLENA AND MAINTAIN.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WALL BEHIND AND UNDER DISHMACHINE AREA NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE BLACK SUBSTANCE ACCUMULATED ON WALL. INSTD TO REMOVE BLACK SUBSTANCE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SURFACE.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WALL BEHIND AND UNDER DISHMACHINE AREA NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE BLACK SUBSTANCE ACCUMULATED ON WALL. INSTD TO REMOVE BLACK SUBSTANCE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SURFACE.
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.

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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