What is Dollop Coffee Bar's health inspection score?

Dollop Coffee Bar has a SafeDine safety score of 67 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Dollop Coffee Bar last inspected?

Dollop Coffee Bar was last inspected on October 18, 2024. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Dollop Coffee Bar have?

Dollop Coffee Bar has 11 total violations across 2 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Dollop Coffee Bar safe to eat at?

Dollop Coffee Bar has a safety score of 67/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does Dollop Coffee Bar serve?

Dollop Coffee Bar serves Coffee cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Dollop Coffee Bar

Name: Dollop Coffee Bar
Address: 866 N DEWITT PL, Chicago, 60611
Rating: 67

866 N DEWITT PL, Chicago

Data may be outdated — inspected 10/18/2024

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Improving

2 inspections

Last: Oct 18, 2024

low confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

5.5

Avg Violations

18 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Permit/documentationHigh Priority

Administrative or documentation issue

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-33

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-5 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-8 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-12 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

+27 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

Location

866 N DEWITT PL, Chicago, IL 60611

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Inspection History

2 records on file

2 Canvass

Oct 24

Canvass InspectionLatestPass w/ Conditions

1 Med4 Basic

5 total

87/100inspection score

−13 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED A PROHIBITED ANIMAL (DOG) ON SITE IN THE FACILITY. PERSON IN CHARGE WAS MADE AWARE THAT SUCH ANIMALS ARE PROHIBITED FROM FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ANIMAL FROM THE FACILITY AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. DOG WAS REMOVED DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-40-060. CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN BOTH DRY STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
NOTED EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS IN REACH IN COLERS INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED BROKEN DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN PREP/DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED CLUTTER STORED ON FLOOR NEAR IN BOTH DRY STORAGE AREAS IN FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

Base deductions−13 pts

Oct 22

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

2 High1 Med3 Basic

6 total2 risk factors

59/100inspection score

−31 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
No certified food service manager on site while handling and serving TCS foods ( deli meat, milk, cheese...) instructed to obtain. priority foundation violation 7-38-012.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
Inaccurate probe thermometer, instructed to provide a good working ones.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
interior surfaces of pre coolers not clean, food debris and dirt noted, instructed to clean and maintain.
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
No sanitizer testing devices on site instructed to obtain. priority foundation violation 7-38-025.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
damaged dry wall noted behind knives holder, exposed gibson, instructed to provide durable smooth surface that's easy to clean.

Base deductions−31 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

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Data source: Chicago CDPH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100

Excellent

70 – 84

Good

Below 70

Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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