Canvass Re-Inspection
Jun 23, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 23, 2026 · Original Source
Mobile Food Preparer · Chicago, IL
Yummy Halal Food
135 N Kedzie Ave
Last inspected Jun 23, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗
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5 inspectionsCanvass
Jun 16, 2026
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ONLY ONE SIDE OF TRUCK WITH LICENSE NUMBER MUST HAVE THE OTHER SIDE WITH NUMBER AS WELL MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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 problemsnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 40 OR MORE RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR AMONGST CLUTTER AND BASKET AND FOOT REST IN FRONT CAB OF FOOD TRUCK MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 6/16/26.(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 insectsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A PIN HOLE WITH WASTE WATER STREAMING FROM EXTERIOR WASTE WATER TANK ON TO GROUND ON CITY STREET.MUST REPAIR TO BE IN GOOD REPAIR.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)
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 problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 16, 2026 · Original Source
Non-Inspection
Jun 8, 2026
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 8, 2026 · Original Source
License
Jul 22, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 22, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
May 10, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
5 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
2-101.11 OBSERVED NO ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE MFP. AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION, THE MANAGER PRESENTED A XEROX COPY OF THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS POST THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 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 issuesnotedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED A STAINED CUTTING BOARD ATTACHED TO THE PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STAINS OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD.
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 problemsnotedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
3-601.11 OBSERVED THE WRONG BUSINESS LICENSE NUMBER POSTED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE MFP AND NO BUSINESS LICENSE NUMBER POSTED ON THE LATERAL SIDE OF THE MFP. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE CORRECT LICENSE NUMBER (2900164) ON THE LATERAL SIDE OF THE MFP AT LEAST 2 INCHES IN HEIGHT.
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 problemsnotedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-307.11 OBSERVED NO LOCKS PROVIDED FOR THE FRESH WATER INLETS LOCATED ON THE OUTSIDE REAR OF THE MFP. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION FOR THE WATER INLET COMPARTMENTS AT ALL TIMES.
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 contaminationnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED ACCUMULATED SPLATTER ON THE SCREEN LOCATED ON THE CEILING VENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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 problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 10, 2024 · Original Source