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TRUENORTH CAFE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

TRUENORTH CAFE 1323 E 57TH ST, CHICAGO 60637 Restaurant
July 16, 2020 Complaint License #2583638
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

3
Violation #2
CRITICAL
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON PREMISES AT TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012.
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED LITTER AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVING IN OUT SIDE STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE WATER ON FLOOR OF SAME AREA AND DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR.
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: OBSERVED LITTER AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVING IN OUT SIDE STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE WATER ON FLOOR OF SAME AREA AND DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR.
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
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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