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Restaurant · Chicago, IL

Glad You Asked

8052 S Racine Ave

Last inspected May 4, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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2 inspections

Canvass

May 4, 2026

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2 recorded violations

notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED A LOOSE AND LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH THE HAND SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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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.

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notedCode 60Other

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PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION #58 ALLERGEN TRAINING NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2623556 DATE 9/10/25. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY OR MORE CITATION WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-42-090. Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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

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Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 4, 2026 · Original Source

License

Sep 10, 2025

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5 recorded violations

notedCode 5Other

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PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.

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notedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing

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

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED EXPOSED WOOD USED ON A WOODEN CUTTING TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAKE IT A SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE SURFACE.

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.

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notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED UNUSED EQUIPMENT STORED IN THE GARAGE (A FREEZER, TWO OVENS, AND A WARMER). INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS STORED IN GARAGE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

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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.

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notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings

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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES MUST HAVE FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES WITHIN 90 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT.

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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.

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notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

Inspector’s notes

INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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, Sep 10, 2025 · Original Source

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