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BAR CAFE SAN FRANCESCO

3815 N HARLEM AVE · Chicago, IL 60634

Restaurant

Chicago Department of Public Health reports Pass for BAR CAFE SAN FRANCESCO on .

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Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
1
Source risk category
Risk 2 (Medium)
Inspection ID
2617949

Location recorded for this inspection · BAR CAFE SAN FRANCESCO · 3815 N HARLEM AVE

Recorded violations

  • 55

    PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NOTED CLUTTER IN KITCHEN ON TABLE AND CABIENT TOPS. AND ON STAIRWAY AND IN BASEMENT/ BASEMENT CLOSETS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS. ALL KEPT ITEMS ARE TO BE STORED ON PROPER SHELVING THAT IS SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN AND A MINIMUM OF 6 INCHES OFF THE GROUND.

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Inspection history

Chicago publishes inspection reports dating back to 2010. The city changed its procedures on July 1, 2018.

CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
3
Source risk category
Risk 2 (Medium)
Inspection ID
1329308

Location recorded for this inspection · BAR CAFE SAN FRANCESCO · 3815 N HARLEM AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Floors in kitchen prep area, bar area not clean, need cleaning(detailed).

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Exhaust vents(ventilation) in kitchen prep area, bathrooms not clean, need detailed cleaning.

CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 2 (Medium)
Inspection ID
1300854

Location recorded for this inspection · BAR CAFE SAN FRANCESCO · 3815 N HARLEM AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL AND CLEAN THE FOLLOWING; INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF (2) 3 COMPARTMENT SINK (PREP/BAR), INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND IN BASEMENT.

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS WITH DRIED FOOD SPILLAGE AROUND PREP AREA.

  • 40

    REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.

  • 41

    PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES (NEWSPAPER, BOXES ETC.) STORED THROUGHOUT PREMISES (BAR/PREP/BASEMENT)TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING. MUST REORGANIZE.

Canvass Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 2 (Medium)
Inspection ID
557546

Location recorded for this inspection · BAR CAFE SAN FRANCESCO · 3815 N HARLEM AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.

Canvass Re-InspectionFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
10
Source risk category
Risk 2 (Medium)
Inspection ID
557542

Location recorded for this inspection · BAR CAFE SAN FRANCESCO · 3815 N HARLEM AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 14

    PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090 - Comments: Previous serious violation not corrected: report #557531, 09-07-2011: Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While draining and running water in middle of three compartment sink, water with food particles coming up left and right sides. Additionally, water coming-up in exposed hand sink also at this time. Instructed to detail clean grease trap and/or drainline to prevent inadequate disposal of waste water. Contact plumber to correct violation. Critical citation issued 7-42-090.

  • 24

    DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: Violation has been upgraded to Critical

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Sinks, cooking equipment, utensils, unused equipment, coolers and storage shelves/cabinets (kitchen and all washrooms) not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Floor along wallbase, behind equipment and in basement not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily. Remove all grease and food debris and litter through-out.

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Ceiling and light cover in prep and basement not maintained. Instructed to replace cracked light cover in prep area and replace all damaged ceiling tile thru-out premises.

  • 37

    TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: Toilet room door not self closing. Instructed to install self-closing device.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Backflow device not installed on utility faucet. Must install backflow device or remove threads from faucet.

  • 40

    REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: Thermometer not visible inside cooler. Instructed to have thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers.

  • 41

    PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: Unnecessary articles stored on premises and stock not properly stored. Instructed to elevate stock 6 inches or higher and away from wall and remove all unused articles

  • 44

    ONLY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL IN THE FOOD-PREP AREA - Comments: Video gaming machines in rear food prep area. Instructed to remove machines from prep area or have area sectioned off from prep area.

CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
8
Source risk category
Risk 2 (Medium)
Inspection ID
557531

Location recorded for this inspection · BAR CAFE SAN FRANCESCO · 3815 N HARLEM AVE

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 24

    DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While draining and running water in middle of three compartment sink, water with food particles coming up left side. Instructed to detail clean grease trap and/or drainline to prevent inadequate disposal of waste water. Serious citation isued 7-38-030.

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Sinks, cooking equipment, utensils, unused equipment, coolers and storage shelves/cabinets not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Floor along wallbase, behind equipment and in basement not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Ceiling and light cover in prep and basement not maintained. Instructed to replace cracked light cover in prep area and replace all damaged ceiling tile thru-out premises.

  • 37

    TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: Toilet room door not self closing. Instructed to install self-closing device.

  • 40

    REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: Thermometer not visible inside cooler. Instructed to have thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers.

  • 41

    PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: Unnecessary articles stored on premises and stock not properly stored. Instructed to elevate stock 6 inches or higher and away from wall and remove all unused articles

  • 44

    ONLY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL IN THE FOOD-PREP AREA - Comments: Video gaming machine in rear prep area. Instructed to remove machine in prep area or have area sectioned off from prep area.

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254 of 327 establishments with a Pass, Pass with Conditions or Fail outcome since July 1, 2018 have a Pass outcome.

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Chicago Department of Public Health via the City of Chicago Data Portal. Reference license 17161.

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