More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Wasai BBQ last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 15, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 2 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
6 inspections on record, from May 13, 2026 to Sep 15, 2026.
Has Wasai BBQ ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 6 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated May 13, 2026.
The Full Inspection History
6 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Sep 15, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector’s Notes
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT IN CLOSET, DISHWASHING AREA AND COOKING 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.
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector’s Notes
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 15, 2026 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
Sep 15, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 15, 2026 · Original Source
License
Sep 8, 2026
Fail
1 recorded violation
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED PEST AND RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMSIES. FOUND 30 OR MORE MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE STORAGE CLOSET BY THE KITCHEN AND ON THE FLOOR UNDER A PREP TABLE NEAR THE LOCKER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE MOUSE DROPPINGS WHERE NOTED. OBSERVED SEVERAL FRUIT FLIES AND HOUSE FLIES IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE. 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 8, 2026 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
May 26, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
4 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s Notes
NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE FOR EMPLOYEES AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYEES RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.
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.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s Notes
FOUND NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA KIT ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. MUST PROVIDE A KIT TO USE IN THE EVENT OF A VOMIT AND DIARRHEA INCIDENT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
VENTILATION SYSTEM OVER STOVE NOT CONNECTED; INSTRUCTED TO CONNECT SO THAT VENT IS WORKING PROPERLY. SYSTEM WAS BEING INSTALLED ON LAST INSPECTION. NOT YET CONNECTED TO POWER AT THIS TIME.
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.
INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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, May 26, 2026 · Original Source
License
May 21, 2026
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s Notes
NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE FOR EMPLOYEES AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYEES RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.
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.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s Notes
FOUND NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA KIT ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. MUST PROVIDE A KIT TO USE IN THE EVENT OF A VOMIT AND DIARRHEA INCIDENT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED THE TWO OUTSIDE DOORS LEADING TO THE FIRE ESCAPE NOT RODENT PROOFED AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF DOORS 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.
FOUND NO PARTITIONS IN WASHROOMS SEPARATING THE TOILETS IN THE WOMENS WASHROOM AND THE TOILET AND URINAL IN THE MENS WASHROOM; MUST INSTALL PARTITIONS (DOORS) FOR BOTH WASHROOMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
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 CEILING TILES MISSING IN KITCHEN, DISHWASHING AREA AND WASHROOMS; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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.
INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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.
INSTRUCTED THAT THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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.