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GLORIA'S CAFE

3300 W FULLERTON AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60647 · Restaurant

Inspection summary

GLORIA'S CAFE has been inspected 6 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since May 13, 2010. The most recent inspection, on October 25, 2013, found no infractions.

2 of 6 inspections on record found no infractions at all. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Handwashing and staff hygiene and Food source, labelling and allergens.

The last 2 inspections in a row found no infractions. Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are the main way germs like norovirus move from people to food. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing hands when required, hair restraints, and sick employees being kept away from food. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded once on March 14, 2011. For example: APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN

  • Food source, labelling and allergensHigher risk

    Food must come from approved suppliers, stay in labelled containers and be thrown out when it is spoiled or damaged, such as dented or swollen cans. Labelling matters for allergies: an unlabelled container can hide an allergen.

    Recorded once on May 13, 2010. For example: FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be built from cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked shelf, a worn gasket or utensils stored the wrong way. They are generally lower risk but show how well the kitchen is maintained.

    Recorded 12 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on August 27, 2012. For example: WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 3 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on March 14, 2011. For example: FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on August 20, 2012. For example: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

About this data

These results come from Chicago Department of Public Health, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

6 inspections

  1. Canvass

    0 infractions

  2. Canvass

    0 infractions

  3. Canvass Re-Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • WALL/CEILING BY STOVE AREA IN POOR REPAIR
  4. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 29. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
      • CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDERS ISSUED 3/14/2011, FOR VIOLATIONS, (32)INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE/REPAIR RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE COOLERS USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH, Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced, (33) THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS,SHELVINGS IN KITCHEN,HOOD/FILTERS AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS,SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES,INTERIOR BASINS OF 3 COMP SINK,DEEP FRYER,SHELVING BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER ETC, (34) CLEAN and maintain the floors and baseboards so they are smooth and sanitary from corner to corner including basement storage areas, (35) INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE CHIPPING PAINT FROM EAST WALL BY 3 COMP SINK -MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE,CLEAN DUSTY CEILING FAN IN KITCHEN AREA ALSO WALL BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP, AND (36) INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS IN KITCHEN AREA AND CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS SAME AREA, SEE ATTACHED INSPECTION REPORT #579745, CITATION ISSUED: 7-42-090
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR KITCHEN AREA NOT PROPERLY DRAINING MUST REPAIR,
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • MUST CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN BASEMENT AREA, REMOVE ALL CLUTTER AND DEBRI,
  5. Canvass

    8 infractions

    • 31. CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
      • Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.All clean single service utensils must be stored with handles up.
    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE/REPAIR RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE COOLERS USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH,Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS,SHELVINGS IN KITCHEN,HOOD/FILTERS AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS,SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES,INTERIOR BASINS OF 3 COMP SINK,DEEP FRYER,SHELVING BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER ETC.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.CLEAN and maintain the floors and baseboards so they are smooth and sanitary from corner to corner including basement storage areas.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE CHIPPING PAINT FROM EAST WALL BY 3 COMP SINK -MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE,CLEAN DUSTY CEILING FAN IN KITCHEN AREA ALSO WALL BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS IN KITCHEN AREA AND CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS SAME AREA.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE CLUTTERED CONDITIONS/OLD PIECES OF KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS ALONG WEST EXTERIOR LEADING TO BASEMENT DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
    • 42. APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
      • All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair.Food handlers must have hair restraints when working around open food.
  6. Canvass

    7 infractions

    • 30. FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
      • All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST PROVIDE DATE ON PREPARED FOODS IN COOLER.
    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST REPLACE DAMAGED DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3COMP.SINK.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. OUTER WALLS OF ROTISSERIE OVEN AND STOVE WITH FOOD DEBRIS NEEDS CLEANING.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST REPAIR PEELED PAINTS ON FLOORS IN KITCHEN
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST REPAIR DAMAGED CEILING WALL AT ROTISSERIE OVEN.
    • 39. LINEN: CLEAN AND SOILED PROPERLY STORED
      • Soiled and clean linens, coats, and aprons shall be properly stored. MUST PROVIDE CONTAINER WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION FOR WIPE CLOTHS FOUND ALL OVER PREP COUNTERS IN KITCHEN.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST REPAIR AND OR REMOVE UN-USABLE EQUIPMENTS (COOLERS AND MICROWAVE OVEN)IN KITCHEN,AND ALSO REMOVE CLUTTERS IN ROTISSERIE OVEN LOWER CASE.

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