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Quick Answers
When was Steve's Lounge last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Jun 27, 2025. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
6 inspections on record, from Nov 29, 2023 to Jun 27, 2025.
Has Steve's Lounge ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 6 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 29, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
6 inspections
Canvass
Jun 27, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED SODA GUN HOLDER WITH MINOR ACCUMULATED GRAYISH SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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.
OBSERVED THE THREE DOOR REACH IN COOLER SHELVING RUSTING. OBSERVED RUST DEPOSITS INSIDE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR DEEP CLEAN TO REMOVE ANY BUILDING RUST AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING ANY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS.
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.
OBSERVED OUTER OPENINGS AROUND TRAP DOOR IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST 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.
OBSERVED CLUTTER OF CHRISTMAS TREE AND OTHER ITEMS IN THE WALK IN STORAGE AREA LOCATED AT THE BACK OF THE STAGE AREA IN THE BANQUET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAR OUT, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO HELP PREVENT POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSTECT HARBORING.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN UTENISL STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RPELACE 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 2, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Dec 11, 2023
Pass w/ Conditions
1 recorded violation
notedCode 63Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
REMOVAL OF SUSPENSION SIGN
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED FACILITY UPON REOPEN REINSPECTION REQUEST CONDUCTED ON 12/11/23 AT 8:45 A.M. LICENSE SUSPENSION SIGN IS REMOVED FROM SAID OUTSIDE WINDOW. THE ORIGINAL CDPH LICENSE SUSPENSION SIGN REMOVED FROM OUTSIDE FRONT (SOUTH FACING) WINDOW THAT WAS IN PLACE ON DECEMBER 06, 2023 AT 1:00 P.M.. PERSON IN CHARGE WAS INFORMED DURING PREVIOUS INSPECTION THAT CDPH SUSPENSION SIGN SHALL NOT BE ALTERED, COVERED NOR REMOVED BY ANYONE NOT AUTHORIZED TO DO SO. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-050.) CITATION ISSUED.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 11, 2023 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Dec 7, 2023
Fail
1 recorded violation
notedCode 59Other
Official Wording
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s Notes
8-404.13 (B:3) : PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2586376 12/6/23 NOT CORRECTED #38-6-501.111 :STILL OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 130 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS IN BAR AREA-ALONG LEDGES ON UNDERSIDE OF BAR.BASEMENT- ON OVERHEAD LEDGES LEADING DOWN STAIRS,ON STAIRCASE LEADING TO DIRT AREA AND MIXED IN WITH DIRT, SCATTERED ON SHELVING UNITS THROUGHOUT ALL SECTIONS OF BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS. MUST HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 12/7/23.(PRIORITY 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 7, 2023 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Dec 6, 2023
Fail
1 recorded violation
notedCode 59Other
Official Wording
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s Notes
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2585950 11/29/23 NOT CORRECTED #38-6-501.111 :STILL OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 130 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS IN BAR AREA-ALONG LEDGES ON UNDERSIDE OF BAR AND ON RAILINGS IN LOWER CABINETS AT BAR.BASEMENT- ON FLOOR BEHIND ICE MACHINE,ON BOTH LEDGES UNDERNEATH LEADING DOWN STAIRS,ON STAIRCASE LEADING TO DIRT AREA AND MIXED IN WITH DIRT, SCATTERED ON SHELVING UNITS THROUGHOUT ALL SECTIONS OF BASEMENT,ON TOP OF PILLARS,ON TOP OF UNUSED CAMBRO. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS. MUST HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 12/6/23.(PRIORITY 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 6, 2023 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Nov 29, 2023
Fail
1 recorded violation
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 75 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS IN BAR AREA-ALONG LEDGES ON UNDERSIDE OF BAR AND ON RAILINGS IN LOWER CABINETS AT BAR.BASEMENT- ON FLOOR BEHIND ICE MACHINE,ON BOTH LEDGES UNDERNEATH LEADING DOWN STAIRS AND MIXED IN WITH DIRT, SCATTERED ON SHELVING UNITS THROUGHOUT ALL SECTIONS OF BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 11/29/23.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.