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Taco Bell

178 N Wabash Ave

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9 inspections

Complaint Re-Inspection

Mar 13, 2026

Pass

2 recorded violations

notedCode 37Food source and labeling

Official wording

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SQUEEZE BOTTLES) WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE WITH COMMON NAME.

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 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

: 6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING UNDERNEATH RUG IN DINING AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER.

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, Mar 13, 2026 · Original Source

Complaint Re-Inspection

Mar 6, 2026

Fail

10 recorded violations

notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

Inspector’s notes

PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)

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 2Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

Inspector’s notes

PIC DOESN'T HAVE A VALID CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (EGGS,CHICKEN,GUAC,ETC) DISTRICT MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 9:25 A.M. WITH FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE FOR MANAGER ON DUTY.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)

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

6-301.14 : OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM MUST PROVIDE 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 37Food source and labeling

Official wording

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SQUEEZE BOTTLES) WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE WITH COMMON NAME.

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 38Pests

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

6-202.15 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE GAP IN CENTER OF DOUBLE ENTRY FRONT DOOR TO BE TIGHT FITTING.

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 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FRONT COUNTER SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR LEDGES OF FRYER CABINET.

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

5-205.15 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE NO COLD RUNNING WATER AT 1ST HAND SINK IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM .

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

: 6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING UNDERNEATH RUG IN DINING AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER,LOOSE WALL PANEL ON RIGHT SIDE OF SAFE,BROKEN WALL BASE BEHIND HOT HOLDING UNIT.

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

6-202.11 : MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.

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 60Other

Official wording

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

Inspector’s notes

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2628476 12/12/25 NOT CORRECTED-#10-6-301.14: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDWASHING SINK IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO POST CLEARLY VISIBLE SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES THAT NOTIFIES FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS.#51-5-205.15: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER PRESSURE AT HANDWASHING SINK(SINK ON RIGHT SIDE) IN MEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE HOT WATER TO RIGHT SIDE HANDWASHING SINK IN MEN'S WASHROOM AND MAINTAIN.(NOTE: THERE IS ONE OTHER PROPERLY FUNCTIONING HANDWASHING SINK IN SAID WASHROOM). OBSERVED NO HOT WATER PRESSURE AT ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE HOT WATER TO ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.(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 finding

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 6, 2026 · Original Source

Complaint

Feb 26, 2026

Fail

7 recorded violations

notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED HOT RUNNING WATER TEMPERATURE AT KNEE 1- PUSH PADDLE ON HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA AT 143.1F MUST HAVE HOT RUNNING WATER AT A MINIMUM OF 100.0F & MAXIMUM 120.0F MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 37Food source and labeling

Official wording

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12: OBSERVED WHITE FOOD CONTAINERS WITH RICE AND PASTA IN REAR OF PREP AREA NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL CONTAINERS OF FOOD WITH COMMON NAME WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER.

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 38Pests

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE GAP IN CENTER OF DOUBLE ENTRY FRONT DOOR TO BE TIGHT FITTING.

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 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FRONT COUNTER SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR LEDGES OF FRYER CABINET.

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

5-205.15: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER PRESSURE AT HANDWASHING SINK(SINK ON RIGHT SIDE) IN MEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE HOT WATER TO RIGHT SIDE HANDWASHING SINK IN MEN'S WASHROOM AND MAINTAIN.(NOTE: THERE IS ONE OTHER PROPERLY FUNCTIONING HANDWASHING SINK IN SAID WASHROOM). OBSERVED NO HOT WATER PRESSURE AT ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE HOT WATER TO ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR 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 problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING UNDERNEATH RUG IN DINING AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER,LOOSE WALL PANEL ON RIGHT SIDE OF SAFE,BROKEN WALL BASE BEHIND HOT HOLDING UNIT.

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

MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.

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

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 26, 2026 · Original Source

Complaint Re-Inspection

Dec 12, 2025

Pass

3 recorded violations

notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

6-301.14: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDWASHING SINK IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO POST CLEARLY VISIBLE SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES THAT NOTIFIES FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS.

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 37Food source and labeling

Official wording

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12: OBSERVED WHITE FOOD CONTAINERS WITH RICE AND PASTA IN REAR OF PREP AREA NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL CONTAINERS OF FOOD WITH COMMON NAME WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER.

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 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER PRESSURE AT HANDWASHING SINK(SINK ON RIGHT SIDE) IN MEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE HOT WATER TO RIGHT SIDE HANDWASHING SINK IN MEN'S WASHROOM AND MAINTAIN.(NOTE: THERE IS ONE OTHER PROPERLY FUNCTIONING HANDWASHING SINK IN SAID WASHROOM). OBSERVED NO HOT WATER PRESSURE AT ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE HOT WATER TO ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR 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 problems

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 12, 2025 · Original Source

Complaint Re-Inspection

Dec 10, 2025

Fail

6 recorded violations

notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

Inspector’s notes

2-101.11: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION

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 2Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

Inspector’s notes

2-101.11: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012 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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

6-301.14: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDWASHING SINK IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO POST CLEARLY VISIBLE SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES THAT NOTIFIES FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS.

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 37Food source and labeling

Official wording

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Inspector’s notes

3-302.12: OBSERVED WHITE FOOD CONTAINERS WITH RICE AND PASTA IN REAR OF PREP AREA NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL CONTAINERS OF FOOD WITH COMMON NAME WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER.

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 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER PRESSURE AT HANDWASHING SINK(SINK ON RIGHT SIDE) IN MEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE HOT WATER TO RIGHT SIDE HANDWASHING SINK IN MEN'S WASHROOM AND MAINTAIN.(NOTE: THERE IS ONE OTHER PROPERLY FUNCTIONING HANDWASHING SINK IN SAID WASHROOM). OBSERVED NO HOT WATER PRESSURE AT ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE HOT WATER TO ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR 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 problems
notedCode 59Other

Official wording

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

Inspector’s notes

8-404.13(B:3): OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2627954 DATED 12/03/2025 NOT CORRECTED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED. OBSERVED MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEN TILES IN DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPLACE MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEN TILES IN DISHWASHING AREA FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.

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, Dec 10, 2025 · Original Source

Complaint

Dec 3, 2025

Fail

7 recorded violations

notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. CORRECTED ON SITE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 10:35AM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.

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 2Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. CORRECTED ON SITE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 10:35AM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012 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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDWASHING SINK IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO POST CLEARLY VISIBLE SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES THAT NOTIFIES FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS.

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 33Food temperature

Official wording

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED TWO DRAWER COLD HOLDING UNIT UNDERNEATH HOT HOLDING UNIT(ON SOUTHSIDE WALL)IN PREP AREA AT AN IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 60.4F. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 41F OR BELOW.(NOTE: TWO DRAWER COLD HOLDING UNIT UNDERNEATH HOT HOLDING UNIT (ON SOUTHSIDE WALL IN PREP AREA NOT IN USE AT TIME OF INSPECTION) CORRECTED ON SITE HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON TWO DRAWER COLD HOLDING UNIT. PRIORITY 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 37Food source and labeling

Official wording

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED WHITE FOOD CONTAINERS WITH RICE AND PASTA IN REAR OF PREP AREA NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL CONTAINERS OF FOOD WITH COMMON NAME WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER.

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 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO HOT WATER PRESSURE AT HANDWASHING SINK(SINK ON RIGHT SIDE) IN MEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE HOT WATER TO RIGHT SIDE HANDWASHING SINK IN MEN'S WASHROOM AND MAINTAIN.(NOTE: THERE IS ONE OTHER PROPERLY FUNCTIONING HANDWASHING SINK IN SAID WASHROOM). OBSERVED NO HOT WATER PRESSURE AT ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE HOT WATER TO ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR 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 problems
notedCode 60Other

Official wording

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2616888 DATED 05/05/2025 NOT CORRECTED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED. OBSERVED OPENING IN MIDDLE OF FRONT ENTRANCE DOUBLE DOORS(WABASH AVE). INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE. OBSERVED MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEN TILES IN DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPLACE MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEN TILES IN DISHWASHING AREA FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY. NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING CERTIFICATE PROVIDED FOR CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VALID ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATES

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, Dec 3, 2025 · Original Source

Canvass

May 5, 2025

Pass

5 recorded violations

notedCode 38Pests

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED OPENING IN MIDDLE OF FRONT ENTRANCE DOUBLE DOORS(WABASH AVE). INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.

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 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED HOT WATER TURNED OFF TO HANDWASHING SINK(SINK ON RIGHT SIDE) IN ALL GENDER WASHROOM(LABELED MEN'S WASHROOM). INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE HOT WATER TO RIGHT SIDE HANDWASHING SINK IN ALL GENDER WASHROOM(LABELED MEN'S WASHROOM) AND MAINTAIN.(NOTE: THERE IS ONE OTHER PROPERLY FUNCTIONING HANDWASHING SINK IN SAID WASHROOM)

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 53Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES IN EITHER ALL GENDER WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLES IN BOTH ALL GENDER WASHROOMS FOR SANITARY PRODUCTS.

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 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEN TILES IN DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPLACE MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEN TILES IN DISHWASHING AREA FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.

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

NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING CERTIFICATE PROVIDED FOR CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VALID ALLERGEN AWARENESS 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 issues

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 5, 2025 · Original Source

Complaint

Sep 26, 2024

Pass

1 recorded violation

notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED CLUTTER IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS THAT ARE NOT IN USE AND ORGANIZE THE 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.

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

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Feb 1, 2024

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2 recorded violations

notedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing

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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

Inspector’s notes

NO COVERS FOR FEMININE WASTE CANS INSIDE OF WOMENS RESTROOM STALLS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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 58Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

Inspector’s notes

FOUND NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE FOR CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.

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, Feb 1, 2024 · Original Source

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