Complaint Re-Inspection
Jul 21, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 21, 2026 · Original Source
Restaurant · Chicago, IL
Magnolia Bakery
108 N State St
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The full inspection history
9 inspectionsComplaint Re-Inspection
Jul 16, 2026
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-501.111 Inspector Comments: STILL OBSERVED AN INFESTATION OF APPX. 16 OR MORE LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING IN BETWEEN CRACKS AND CREVICES IN GAPS OF WALL VOID AT CORNERS OF FRONT CABINETS ON RIGHT SIDES,WALL VOID NEXT TO HAND WASHING SINK IN PREP AREA 1ST FL,UNDER SIDE OF 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND UPPER WALL NEXT TO STORAGE SHELF,BASEMENT PREP AREA LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING INSIDE PANEL OF REACH IN FREEZER,AND A FEW DEAD ROACHES INSIDE OF CABINETS IN SAME MENTIONED AREAS, .ALSO,APPX. 25 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND IN 1ST FL. & BASEMENT PREP AREAS,ON WALLS & CEILINGS ,EXTERIOR OF BOXED DRY FOOD & PAPER GOOD ITEMS.MUST HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 7/16/26.(PRIORITY 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 insectsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(B) : MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM MIXERS,PREP COOLERS,BASEMENT STORAGE SHELVES.
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 problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-201.16 : MUST REPAIR DAMAGED TRIM ON WALLS AT ENTRY TO BASEMENT PREP AREA AND WHERE NEEDED TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY 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 problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 16, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Jul 13, 2026
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP IN CENTER OF STREET SIDE DOUBLE DOORS ALONG BOTTOM MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT INSECT ENTRY.
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 insectsnotedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FRONT HAND WASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE OBSERVED A TRAY OF PREPACKAGED DESSERT STORED ON TOPSIDE OF HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA AND 2- SPATULARS INSIDE OF HAND SINK IN SIDE BAKERY PREP AREA ARTICLES WERE REMOVED DURING INSPECTION.MUST KEEP HAND SINKS ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(COS)(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 problemsnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CRATES BEING USED FOR STORAGE IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS FOR CLEANING.
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 problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM MIXERS,PREP COOLERS,WALK IN COOLER ROLLING CARTS AND STORAGE SHELVES,EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP IN BASEMENT.
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 problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-201.16 : MUST SCRAPE CHIPPING PAINT ON WALLS IN BASEMENT PAPER GOODS STORAGE AREA.
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 problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 13, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 28, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP IN CENTER OF STREET SIDE DOUBLE DOORS MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT INSECT ENTRY.
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 insectsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-201.16 : MUST SCRAPE CHIPPING PAINT ON WALLS IN BASEMENT PAPER GOODS STORAGE AREA AND NEAR HAND SINK.
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 problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 28, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 21, 2026
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SOME EXPIRED AND MISSING FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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 issuesnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM DISH & WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS,3- COMPARTMENT SINK MIDDLE BASIN.
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 problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST SCRAPE CHIPPING PAINT ON WALLS IN BASEMENT PAPER GOODS STORAGE AREA AND NEAR HAND SINK.
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 problemsnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A GAP IN CENTER OF STREET SIDE DOUBLE DOORS MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT INSECT ENTRY.
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 insectsnotedCode 60Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2628923 12/22/25 NOT CORRECTED-#39-3-307.11: OBSERVED NO RIGHT SPLASH GUARD ON HANDWASHING SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA NEXT TO DIPPER WELL. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL RIGHT SPLASH GUARD ON HANDWASHING SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF UTENSILS IN DIPPER WELL. #58-2-102.13: NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING PROVIDED FOR EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 21, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Dec 22, 2025
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
6-301.13: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SOAP AND DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER INSTALLED AT ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE HANDWASHING SOAP AND DISPOASBLE PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER FROM PREP SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA A SINK USED FOR FOOD PREPARATION MAY NOT BE PROVIDED WITH THE HANDWASHING AIDS AND DEVICES REQUIRED FOR A HANDWASHING SINK.
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 problemsnotedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-307.11: OBSERVED NO RIGHT SPLASH GUARD ON HANDWASHING SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA NEXT TO DIPPER WELL. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL RIGHT SPLASH GUARD ON HANDWASHING SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF UTENSILS IN DIPPER WELL.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
4-301.16: OBSERVED NO PREP SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A MINIMUM OF ONE SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA PREP SINK SHALL BE USED FOR FOOD PREPARATION, OBTAINING WATER AND DISCARDING LIQUID WASTE IS REQUIRED IN ANY FOOD PREPARATION AREA.
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 problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.11: OBSERVED MISSING OR DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN BASEMENT PREP AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL MISSING OR DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN BASEMENT PREP AND DRY STORAGE AREAS 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 problemsnotedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s notes
2-102.13: NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING PROVIDED FOR EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATES
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 issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 22, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Dec 15, 2025
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HANDWASHING SOAP AND DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER INSTALLED AT ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE HANDWASHING SOAP AND DISPOASBLE PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER FROM PREP SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA A SINK USED FOR FOOD PREPARATION MAY NOT BE PROVIDED WITH THE HANDWASHING AIDS AND DEVICES REQUIRED FOR A HANDWASHING SINK.
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 problemsnotedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED COLD TCS FOOD(BANANA PUDDING), HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 52.2-54.1F. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD VALUED AT $1238 WEIGHING 40LBS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 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 temperaturenotedCode 33Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED TWO DOOR GLASS DISPLAY COLD HOLDING UNIT IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA AT IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 49.1F. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE TWO DOOR GLASS DISPLAY COLD HOLDING UNIT IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA REPAIRED AND OBSERVED PROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 32.5F AFTER REPAIR. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 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 temperaturenotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 3 LIVE ROACHES IN FACILITY, OBSERVED LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON INTERIOR OF DOOR OF CABINET UNDERNEATH BEVERAGE MACHINE IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ROACH ACTIVITY IN FACILITY AND CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS, RECOMMENDED PEST CONTROL SERVICE FACILITY ON OR AFTER 12/15/2025 TO ELIMINATE ROACH ACTIVITY. (NOTE: 3 LIVE ROACHES WERE KILLED AND DISCARDED BY MANAGER BEFORE CONCLUSION OF INSPECTION) PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 insectsnotedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO RIGHT SPLASH GUARD ON HANDWASHING SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA NEXT TO DIPPER WELL. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL RIGHT SPLASH GUARD ON HANDWASHING SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF UTENSILS IN DIPPER WELL.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED LEAKING DRAINPIPE OF HANDWASHING SINK IN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE OF HANDWASHING SINK IN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED NO COLD WATER PRESSURE AT ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE COLD WATER PRESSURE TO ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA 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 problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING OR DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN BASEMENT PREP AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL MISSING OR DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN BASEMENT PREP AND DRY STORAGE AREAS 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 problemsnotedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s notes
NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING PROVIDED FOR EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATES
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 issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 15, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Dec 2, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
MUST PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE PREP/DISHWASHING AREAS UPSTAIRS.
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 problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 2, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Jan 24, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 24, 2024 · Original Source