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MATHER'S MORE THAN A CAFE

3235 N CENTRAL AVE · Chicago, IL 60634

Restaurant

Chicago Department of Public Health reports Out of Business for MATHER'S MORE THAN A CAFE on .

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Inspection date
Reported outcome
Out of Business
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2497261

Location recorded for this inspection · MATHER'S MORE THAN A CAFE · 3235 N CENTRAL AVE

The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.

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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
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1396101

Location recorded for this inspection · MATHER'S MORE THAN A CAFE · 3235 N CENTRAL AVE

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

Recorded violations

  • 31

    CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: MUST PROPERLY STORE AND INVERT CLEAN MULTI-USE POTS/PANS ON SHELVINGS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND ALUMINUM FOILS ON BOTTOMS OF WORK PREP TABLES USED AS LINERS-MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN SAID AREAS TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: FOUND FAN COVERS INSIDE THE REAR 3 DOOR COOLER,MANUAL CAN OPENER AND HOUSING ATTACHED TO PREP TABLE,KITCHEN SHELVINGS,EXTERIOR SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENT,KNOZZLES TO FOUNTAIN DRINK STATION NOT CLEAN.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT INCLUDING FLOOR DRAINS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND KEEP FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND HANDWASHING SINK AT REAR IS LEAKING AT DRAIN PIPE-MUST REPAIR.

CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1329328

Location recorded for this inspection · MATHER'S MORE THAN A CAFE · 3235 N CENTRAL AVE

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

Recorded violations

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Front counter shelving that had exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/sealed.

  • 33

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

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning.

  • 38

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

CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
539606

Location recorded for this inspection · MATHER'S MORE THAN A CAFE · 3235 N CENTRAL AVE

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

Recorded violations

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. COOKING HOOD UNCLEAN,MUST CALL SERVICE TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; INTERIOR 3 DOOR COOLER UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. COUNTER TOP BEHIND COFFEE MACHINE AND SOUP AREA UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; FOOD CART IN PREP AREA UNCLEAN MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; EXTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOOR IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN,JOB ORDER TO SEAL CRACKED FLOORS HAS BEEN SUBMITTED,2ND FLR IS USED FOR STORING DRY SUPPLIES,NO CANNED FOODS/ NO PACKAGED FOOD IN 2ND FLR

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALLS ON DISH AREA NEEDS RE CAULKING; WALLS BEHIND ICE MACHINE DIRTY MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. VENT COVER OF 1 COOLER UNCLEAN MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
557244

Location recorded for this inspection · MATHER'S MORE THAN A CAFE · 3235 N CENTRAL 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: Can opener and exterior between equipment 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 behind equipment and along wallbase not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily. Floor on second floor storage area not sealed or maintained. Instructed to install sealant on floor to have non-porous finish.

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Light covers in prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.

  • 41

    PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: Supplies in second floor not properly stored. Instructed to elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.

CanvassPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
251101

Location recorded for this inspection · MATHER'S MORE THAN A CAFE · 3235 N CENTRAL AVE

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

Recorded violations

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST INSTALL SPLASHGUARD BETWEEN FRONT PREP TABLE AND FRONT HANDSINK, AT THIS TIME PREP TABLE IS NOT BEING USED,BREAD TOASTER IS ON THE TABLE; COOKING HOOD WITH DUST ACCUMULATION MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: CABINETS UNDER SODA MACHINE,SHELVES UNDER HEATING EQUIPMENT,SHELVES/RACKES FOR CLEAN PLATE,EXTERIOR ICE MACHINE

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS AROUND STORAGE AREA IN MEZZANINE UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CEILING TILES IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA WITH DUST ACCUMULATION,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; MISSING CEILING TILE AT THE MEZZANINE STOREAGE AREA MUST BE REPLACED

  • 36

    LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD AT THE REAR AREA MUST BE REPLACED

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How results compare in ZIP 60634

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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