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Wakamono

3313-3319 N Broadway

Last inspected May 11, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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5 inspections

Canvass Re-Inspection

May 11, 2026

Pass

1 recorded violation

notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

6-201.16: **C** Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings OBSERVED MISSING CEILINGS TILE PANELS REAR PREP AND IN WALK-IN COOLER/WALK-IN FREEZER AREAS INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, REPLACE MISSING PANELS.

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, May 11, 2026 · Original Source

Canvass

May 4, 2026

Fail

2 recorded violations

notedCode 38Pests

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 4 LIVE ROACHES IN REAR PREP AND DISH MACHINE AREA MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND HAVE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. 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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED MISSING CEILINGS TILE PANELS REAR PREP AND IN WALK-IN COOLER/WALK-IN FREEZER AREAS INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, REPLACE MISSING PANELS.

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, May 4, 2026 · Original Source

Canvass

Jun 25, 2025

Pass w/ Conditions

8 recorded violations

notedCode 33Food temperature

Official wording

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED TWO (2) DOOR PREP COOLER AT SUSHI PREP AREA TO CURRENTLY BE NOT FUNCTIONING CORRECTLY, WITH THE UNIT COLD HOLDING AT 46.5F. UNIT WAS NOT IN USE AT TIME OF INSPECTION AND A SIGN WAS AFFIXED TO THE FRONT. PREP TWO (2) DOOR COOLER TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL ENTIRE COOLER/EQUIPMENT IS ABLE TO MAINTAIN TEMPERATURES OF AT LEAST 41F AND REINSPECTED BY CDPH. PRIORITY VIOLATION, 7-38-005.

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 38Pests

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE SINGLE DOOR TO THE REAR ALLEY/GANGWAY EXIT ON THE SOUTHERN PORTION OF THE KITCHEN TO HAVE A GAP LARGER THAN 1/4 INCH ALONG THE ENTIRE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PEST PROOF THE REAR EXIT DOOR.

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

OBSERVED VARIOUS BOXED ITEMS, FOOD ITEMS, AND BOXED DRINKS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE LIQUOR ROOM LOCATED BEHIND THE CAMOFLOUGED DOOR ON THE NORTHERN SIDE OF THE FACILITY. ALSO OBSERVED VARIOUS FOOD ITEMS ON THE FLOOR IN THE OBSERVED VARIOUS BOXES OF SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA THAT IS LOCATED OFF THE LIQUOR ROOM BEHIND THE CAMOFLOUGED DOOR ON THE NORTHERN SIDE OF THE FACILITY. MUST PASS THROUGH LIQUOR ROOM TO ACCESS DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.

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 44Equipment and utensils

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED VARIOUS TOOLS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, BOXES OF UTENSILS, AND PANS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA THAT IS LOCATED OFF THE LIQUOR ROOM BEHIND THE CAMOFLOUGED DOOR ON THE NORTHERN SIDE OF THE FACILITY. MUST PASS THROUGH LIQUOR ROOM TO ACCESS DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS IN DRY STORAGE ROOM AT LEAST 6 INCHES.

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 45Equipment and utensils

Official wording

SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED VARIOUS BOXES OF SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA THAT IS LOCATED OFF THE LIQUOR ROOM BEHIND THE CAMOFLOUGED DOOR ON THE NORTHERN SIDE OF THE FACILITY. MUST PASS THROUGH LIQUOR ROOM TO ACCESS DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.

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 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE HAND SINK NEXT TO THE ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE MAIN PREP AREA NEXT TO DISH MACHINE TO BE SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE HAND SINK AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.

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

OBSERVED VARIOUS EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, UNMARKED BAGS, AND BOXES STORED ON TOP OF EACH OTHER AND DISORGANIZED IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA THAT IS LOCATED OFF THE LIQUOR ROOM BEHIND THE CAMOFLOUGED DOOR ON THE NORTHERN SIDE OF THE FACILITY. MUST PASS THROUGH LIQUOR ROOM TO ACCESS DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ORGANIZE THE REAR DRY STORAGE ROOM AND REMOVE ANY ITEMS THAT ARE UNNECESSARY TO FUNCTION OF FACILITY.

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 ONE OF TWO LIGHTS IN THE SUSHI PREP AREA EXHAUST HOOD TO NOT BE FUNCTIONAL AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE LIGHT TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN PREP AREA.

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, Jun 25, 2025 · Original Source

Non-Inspection

Jun 12, 2025

No Entry

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

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

Canvass

Jun 3, 2024

Pass

4 recorded violations

notedCode 38Pests

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP AT DOORS SWEEPS BETWEEN 3313 N BROADWAY DOUBLE DOORS. MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOORS.

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 47Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

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

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED SOME RUBBER DOOR GASKETS RIPPED AT SUSH PREP AND REAR PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE ALL DAMAGED DOOR RUBBER GASKETS.

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

BAR HANDWASH SINK DRAIN PIPE LEAKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.

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 57Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED ONE EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST UPDATE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE.

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, Jun 3, 2024 · Original Source

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