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Catering · Chicago, IL

The Hearty Boys Caterers, Inc.

3525 W Grand Ave

Last inspected May 12, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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More issues recentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

The full inspection history

6 inspections

Canvass

May 12, 2026

Pass

5 recorded violations

notedCode 38Pests

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED GAP OPENING APPOX:1/4" AT BOTTOMS WHERE THE FRONT MAIN DOORS MEET.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.

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 39Contamination

Official wording

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

SPLASH GUARD IS NEEDED BETWEEN THE PREP SINK AND HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.THE SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH, CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.

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 contamination
notedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT AND RUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE PREP WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CHIPPED PAINT AND RUST AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES 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 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

MUST CLEAN MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP ON AND AROUND THE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE FINISH WALK-IN-COOLER 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 BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS FOR THE CEILING LIGHT FIXTURE IN THE LARGE DRY STORAGE ROOM NEXT TO FRONT ENTRANCE.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT FIXTURES AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.

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, May 12, 2026 · Original Source

Non-Inspection

Apr 27, 2026

No Entry

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 27, 2026 · Original Source

Canvass

Jun 9, 2025

Pass

2 recorded violations

notedCode 44Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED COOKING UTENSILS, BOWLS, POTS, AND PANS NOT INVERTED IN THE PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT AND MAINTAIN.

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 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE FLOORS UNDER THE DRAIN BOARD OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND INSIDE THE DRY STORAGE CLOSET WITH SLIGHT BUILD UP OF FOOD AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO 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 9, 2025 · Original Source

Non-Inspection

May 28, 2025

No Entry

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 28, 2025 · Original Source

Canvass

Dec 5, 2024

Pass w/ Conditions

7 recorded violations

notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT ALL THE HANDWASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS HOT WATER AT 77.8F AND 85.5F. THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK HOT WATER AT 87F. THE HOT WATER AT THE WOMENS WASHROOM AT 78F AND THE MENS WASHROOM HOT WATER AT 79.1F. INSTRUCTED THAT THE WATER TEMPERATURE MUST BE AT A MINIMUM 100F. MANAGEMENT MADE SOME ADJUSTMENTS TO THE WATER. THE FOOD PREP AREAS HOT WATER AT 99.8F AND 103F. THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK HOT WATER AT 109.1F. THE WOMENS AND MENS WASHROOM HOT WATER AT 101F AND 103F. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN. PRIORITY 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 36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF FREEZER #1 AND #2 IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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 37Food source and labeling

Official wording

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO LABEL ON TWO BOTTLES WITH COOKING OIL AT THE GRILL IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA AND OTHER FOOD ITEMS (SPICES, RICE AND FLOUR) MISSING LABELS IN THE BACK DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH COMMON/PRODUCT FOOD 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

OBSERVED MOPS IN UTILITY SINK AREA NOT STORED/DRYING PROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO STORE/DRY PROPERLY.

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 LIGHTBULB OUT IN THE WOMENS WASHROOM. INSTURCTED TO REPLACE/PROVIDE.

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 57Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED EMPLOYEES ON DUTY WITH NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE(S). 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
notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE. 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, Dec 5, 2024 · Original Source

Non-Inspection

Jul 15, 2024

No Entry

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 15, 2024 · Original Source

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