Restaurant · Chicago, IL

Americano 1816

Name: Americano 1816
Address: 1800 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL

1800 N Lincoln Ave

Last inspected Jan 15, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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The full inspection history

9 inspections

Complaint

Jan 15, 2026

Pass

6 recorded violations

notedCode 44Equipment and utensils

Official wording

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED

Inspector’s notes

CLEAN STORED POTS/PANS IN THE BASEMENT DISH AREA MUST BE STORED INVERTED. MANAGER REMOVED.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

notedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

Inspector’s notes

MUST NOT USE PLASTIC CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

INTERIOR AND FAUCET OF THE BASEMENT DISH HAND WASHING SINK DIRTY. MANAGER CLEANED DURING THE INSPECTION.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

LEAK ON THE SPRAY ARM AT THE BASEMENT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVER AT THE BASEMENT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.----BLACKENED, MOLDY WALL CAULKING AT THE DISH MACHINE SCRAPER SINK MUST BE REPLACE.-----HOLE IN THE WALL AT THE COOKS LINE HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL/REPAIR.----EXPANDING SPRAY FOAM BEING USED AS A SEALANT ON THE FAR WEST WALL NEAR THE NEWLY INSTALLED BAR MUST BE CUT DOWN TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

Inspector’s notes

MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 15, 2026 · Original Source

Complaint

Dec 1, 2025

Pass

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 1, 2025 · Original Source

Complaint

Nov 17, 2025

No Entry

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 17, 2025 · Original Source

Canvass Re-Inspection

Jun 24, 2025

Pass

2 recorded violations

notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15--OBSERVED LEAK BELOW 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT (LEFT SIDE DRAINPIPE). MUST REPAIR.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

6-501.13--OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR DRAINS IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 24, 2025 · Original Source

Canvass

Jun 17, 2025

Fail

7 recorded violations

notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED 2 OUT OF 3 HAND WASHING SINKS AT BAR NOT ACCESSIBLE. WATER DOES NOT SHUT OFF WHEN TURNING KNOBS ON FAUCET. WATER CAN SHUT OFF BY CLOSING THE WATER LINE BELOW HAND SINKS. HAND WASHING SINKS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES FOR EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems

notedCode 14Food source and labeling

Official wording

REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED SHELLSTOCK TAGS(OYSTERS) WITH NO DATE RECORDED OF LAST ITEM SOLD OR SERVED. The date when the last SHELLSTOCK from the container is sold or served shall be recorded on the tag or label. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

notedCode 23Food source and labeling

Official wording

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED COOKED READY TO EAT FOOD HELD PAST 24 HOURS IN REFRIGERATOR WITH NO DATE MARKING. READY TO EAT FOODS INCLUDE BOILED OCTOPUS, COOKED MEATBALLS AND COOKED CHICKEN WINGS. MUST HAVE A DATE MARKING SYSTEM FOR COOKED/READY TO EAT FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS IN COLD HOLDING UNIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

notedCode 25Food temperature

Official wording

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED MISSING DISCLOSURE STATEMENT AND MISSING ASTERISK FOR FOOD ITEMS ON MENU SERVED RAW/UNDERCOOKED (OYSTERS, STEAK). DISCLOSURE STATEMENT MUST BE ADDED TO MENU "THESE ITEMS ARE SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED." PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED LEAK BELOW 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT (LEFT SIDE DRAINPIPE). MUST REPAIR.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR DRAINS IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode 60Other

Official wording

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

Inspector’s notes

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 8-2-2024, REPORT #2598506. #57-OBSERVED NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 17, 2025 · Original Source

Canvass Re-Inspection

Aug 2, 2024

Pass

3 recorded violations

notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING AND MAINTAN.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE EMPLOYEE'S WASHROOMS. MUST PROVE HAND WASHING SIGNS AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems

notedCode 43Equipment and utensils

Official wording

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS STORED INSIDE ICE BINS IN FRONT BAR AREA. MUST PROPERLY STORED ICE BINS IN A CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 2, 2024 · Original Source

Canvass

Jul 26, 2024

Fail

9 recorded violations

notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE EMPLOYEE'S WASHROOMS. MUST PROVE HAND WASHING SIGNS AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems

notedCode 45Equipment and utensils

Official wording

SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

Inspector’s notes

ALL STORE ITEMS THROUGHOUT MAIN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA AND IN THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP/DISHWASHING AREA MUST BE ELEVATED FROM THE FLOOR.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

notedCode 41Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES AND HAND SINKS IN FOOD PREP AREAS. MUST PROPERLY STORED WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode 38Pests

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL ON PREMISES. OBSERVED OVER 50 SMALL FRUIT FLIES ON SINKS AND WALL IN THE FRONT BAR AREA, ON WALLS IN MAIN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA AND WALLS AND CEILING ABOVE DISHWASHING AREA LOCATED IN THE BASEMNT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZED AFFECTED AREAS AND WHENEVER NEEDED. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE FLYING INSECT PROBLEM. PRIORITY FOUNDATON VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects

notedCode 43Equipment and utensils

Official wording

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS STORED INSIDE ICE BINS IN FRONT BAR AREA. MUST PROPERLY STORED ICE BINS IN A CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED LEAKING HANDLE AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK BEHIND FRONT BAR AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE PREP HAND WASHING SINK IN BASEMENT FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING AND MAINTAN.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

notedCode 60Other

Official wording

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

Inspector’s notes

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION#2588086 ON 01/17/24. #10: OBSERVED HAND SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT THE PREP SINK IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST REMOVE HAND SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS FROM PREP SINK AND MUST USE SINK FOR FOOD PREPARATION ONLY. #47. MUST PROVIDE WORKING STOPPERS AT THE FRONT BAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND MUST MAINTAIN. #53. OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE INSIDE EMPLOYEE UNISEX WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE COVER WASTE RECEPTACLES AND MAINTAIN. #55. OBSERED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR DRAINS IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #55. OBSERVED DIRT AND DUST BUILD UP ON LIGHT SHIELD COVERS IN BOTH FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #56. OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON VENTILATION VENTS INSIDE EMPLOYEE WASHROOMS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #58. OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

notedCode 61Other

Official wording

SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT POSTED ON THE PREMISES IN VIEW OF THE PUBLIC. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 26, 2024 · Original Source

License

Jan 17, 2024

Pass

8 recorded violations

notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED HAND SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT THE PREP SINK IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST REMOVE HAND SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS FROM PREP SINK AND MUST USE SINK FOR FOOD PREPARATION ONLY.

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems

notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED TINT FOIL INSIDE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FOOD PRERATION AREA. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA DRAINING SLOW. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED DIRT AND DUST BUILD UP ON LIGHT SHIELD COVERS IN BOTH FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode 56Facility maintenance

Official wording

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON VENTILATION VENTS INSIDE EMPLOYEE WASHROOMS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

notedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE RUSTED. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE INSIDE EMPLOYEE UNISEX WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE COVER WASTE RECEPTACLES AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 17, 2024 · Original Source

License