Primo's Chicago Pizza
816 W Van Buren St, Chicago 60607
Read the pairs, not the count. A failure is normally followed within days by a re-inspection, and that re-inspection is a second row here. On the timeline below they sit almost on top of each other — one bad day, two marks.
The whole record
- Pass22%
- Conditional50%
- Fail28%
- ConditionalJul 13, 2026Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- 2
City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
No city of Chicago certified manager on site while handling tcs foods (chicken, sausage, pizza, etc). Instd to have on site at all times. Citation issued 7-38-012 priority foundation
- 51
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
5-205.15: missing proper stoppers for 3-compartment sink. Instd to provide and maintain. Urinal wrapped in disrepair and wrapped in plastic in mens toilet room. Instd to repair and maintain
- 2
- ConditionalJun 16, 2026CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- 10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
No handwash cleanser at handwash sink in front prep area. Instd to provide and maintain same. Citation issued 7-38-030(c) priority foundation
- 10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
No handwashing provision at either handwash sinks in prep/warewashing areas. Employee left premises to obtain paper towels. Paper towels provided during inspection. Instd to provide at all times and maintain. See above for violation issued 7-38-030(c) priority violation
- 10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Handwash sink in front prep area not accessbile, cans and bottles in basin of sink. Instd to keep basin empty and use for handwashing only. Priority foundation 7-38-030 see above for violation issued
- 22
Proper cold holding temperatures
Container of sausage at 51.0f and containers of cheese at improper temperatures of 49.5 in pizza prep cooler. All discarded and denatured at this time. Approx 15lbs $50 value. Citation issued 7-38-005 priority
- 28
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
Employees personalbelongings improperly stored on meat slicer. Instd to store in designated area and maintain
- 33
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Pizza prep cooler being used unable to able maintain proper cold holding temperature, internal temperature of 51.0f. Cooler tagged and held for inspection at this time. Instd not to use until repaired, able to maintain 41f or below and reinspected by cdph. Priority violation 7-38-005 priority
- 44
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Multi use utensils not inverted during storage. Instd to invert (handle up) during storage and maintain
- 47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Condensor leaking at front prep cooler causing excessive water accumulation on bottom of cooler. Instd to repair and maintain
- 51
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Missing proper stoppers for 3-compartment sink. Instd to provide and maintain. Urinal wrapped in disrepair and wrapped in plastic in mens toilet room. Instd to repair and maintain
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Extreme clutter/unnecessary items filled in open storage island/cabinet in prep area. Instd to remove all unnecessary items, non related items to the establishment & non functional item and maintain
- 56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
No lights in all storage rooms near walk in cooler and toilet rooms. Instd to provide adequate lighting and maintain
- 10
- PassJun 18, 2025Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- FailJun 16, 2025Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- 10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
5-205.11 observed the exposed hand washing sink in the food prep area not accessible for use. On two occasions during the reinspection, i observed plastic trays stored inside of the exposed hand washing sink. Management instructed not to store any utensils in the hand washing sinks. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
- 10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
5-202.12(a) observed no hot water provided in the men's and women's washrooms. Management instructed to provide hot water above 100f at all hand washing sinks. Priority violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
- 49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
4-602.13 clean the interior and exterior of the deep fryer, prep tables, prep coolers, and the top of the pizza ovens.
- 53
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
5-501.17 observed no covered waste receptacle provided in the women's washroom. Management instructed to provide.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.12 clean the food debris on the walls of the food prep area especially around the floor mixer.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.11 replace the broken floor tiles in front of the floor mixer. Repair the openings in the ceiling in the men's washroom.
- 56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
6-501.14 clean the grease and dust buildup on the ventilation hood and filter above the cooking equipment.
- 10
- FailJun 12, 2025CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- 10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Observed no hot water provided in the men's and women's washrooms. Management instructed to provide hot water above 100f at all hand washing sinks. Priority violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
- 21
Proper hot holding temperatures
Observed slices of pizza at 88f stored in the food prep area. Management instructed to maintain all hot foods above 135f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
- 22
Proper cold holding temperatures
Observed improper cold holding temperatures of tcs foods inside of the walk-in cooler and prep cooler. Observed italian beef at 44f, cheese at 44f, and cooked beans at 46f. Management instructed to maintain all cold tcs foods below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. See violation #21 above for citation.
- 49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Clean the interior and exterior of the deep fryer, prep tables, prep coolers, and the top of the pizza ovens.
- 53
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Observed no covered waste receptacle provided in the women's washroom. Management instructed to provide.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Clean the food debris on the walls of the food prep area especially around the floor mixer.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Replace the broken floor tiles in front of the floor mixer.
- 56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Clean the grease and dust buildup on the ventilation hood and filter above the cooking equipment.
- 61
Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Previous inspection report summary from 9/17/24 was not posted on the premises in public view. Management was given a copy of today's inspection report summary and was instructed to post it in the public view. Priority foundation violation 7-42-010(b). Citation issued.
- 10
- ConditionalSep 17, 2024Short Form ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
- 1
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Observed no person in charge with valid Chicago food sanitation certificate.
- 2
City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
Observed no certified food manager on duty while tcs foods are being prepared, handled, and served (chicken, pizza, french fries, etc.) must be on site at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-012. Citation issued.
- 47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-101.19 observed milk crates being used as shelving throughout the prep and storage areas. Must remove and provide shelving 6" off the floor and provide floor accessibility to ensure adequate facility cleaning.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.12 observed grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on the floor under cooking equipment, along walls, and in all corners in prep, dishwashing, and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean floors under all equipment, along walls, and all corners in all areas. Observed dust buildup on the fan in the walk-in cooler, ceiling, and wall vents in prep and storage areas.
- 56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Observed burned-out light bulbs in the womens restroom. Employee changed light bulbs to restore proper intensity.
- 58
Allergen training as required
Observed food service sanitation manager without food allergen training certificate. Instructed to meet requirements.
- 1
- PassSep 4, 2024Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- 47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-101.19 observed milk crates being used as shelving throughout the prep and storage areas. Must remove and provide shelving 6" off the floor and provide floor accessibility to ensure adequate facility cleaning.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.12 observed grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on the floor under cooking equipment, along walls, and in all corners in prep, dish washing, and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean floors under all equipment, along walls, and in all corners in all areas. Observed dust buildup on the fan in the walk-in cooler and ceiling and wall vents in prep and storage areas.
- 47
- PassAug 27, 2024Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- 47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
4-101.19 observed milk crates being used as shelving throughout the prep and storage areas. Must remove and provide shelving 6" off the floor and provide floor accessibility to ensure adequate facility cleaning.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
6-501.12 observed grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on the floor under cooking equipment, along walls, and in all corners in prep, dish washing, and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean floors under all equipment, along walls, and in all corners in all areas. Observed dust buildup on the fan in the walk-in cooler and ceiling and wall vents in prep and storage areas.
- 47
- FailAug 20, 2024CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- 22
Proper cold holding temperatures
Observed tcs foods held at improper internal temperatures in the rear prep cold holding unit, such as 10lbs of chicken at 50.5f. The manager discarded and denatured a total of 10 lbs at $100. All cold tcs food must maintain 41f or below. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-005.
- 33
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Observed facility equipment for cold holding in disrepair. Noted reach in prep cooler to be at improper at 51.5f. Informed person in charge to repair or replace for proper cold holding of 41 degrees f or below. Tagged unit. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.
- 47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Observed milk crates being used as shelving throughout the prep and storage areas. Must remove and provide shelving 6" off the floor and provide floor accessibility to ensure adequate facility cleaning.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Observed clutter stored on the floor at side storage areas near restrooms. Instructed manager to remove all unused articles and equipment to prevent pest harborage.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Observed grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on the floor under cooking equipment, along walls, and in all corners in prep, dish washing, and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean floors under all equipment, along walls, and in all corners in all areas. Observed dust buildup on the fan in the walk-in cooler and ceiling and wall vents in prep and storage areas.
- 60
Previous core violation corrected
Previous core violation from report #2582786 on 10/3/23 was not corrected:40-observed 2 female and 1 male food employee working without hair restraints. Instructed to provide. 47 observed torn gaskets on the prep cooler and prep freezer. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition. Priority foundation 7-42-090. Citation issued.
- 22
- ConditionalOct 3, 2023ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
- 2
City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
Observed no certified manager on site at time of inspection while tcs items like pizza and chicken were prepared. Instructed to maintain an employee holding a valid city of Chicago foodservice manager certificate on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012. Citation issued.
- 10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Observed rear hand sink made inaccessible by items being stored inside sink. Instructed to maintain all handwashing sinks open and accessible. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
- 40
Personal cleanliness
Observed 2 female and 1 male food employee working without hair restraints. Instructed to provide.
- 47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Observed torn gaskets on the prep cooler and prep freezer. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.
- 48
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Observed no sink stoppers for 3 compartment sink. Instructed to provide.
- 52
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Unable to locate grease trap connected to 3-compartment sink. Instructed to install by all relevant laws, rules, and regulations.
- 53
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Observed no covered trash receptacle inside women's toilet room. Instructed to provide.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Observed heavy build up of dirt, grime, and food debris on walls, floors, and sides of equipement. Instructed to detail clean and maintain in good condition.
- 56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Observed heavy build up of dust on fans in toilet rooms. Instructed to detail clean and maintain in good condition.
- 56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Observed heavy build up of grease on hood over cook line. Instructed to detail clean and maintain in good condition.
- 57
All food employees have food handler training
Observed 2 female employees working without food handler training. Instructed all food employees must complete food handler training and maintain records thereof on site at all times.
- 2
- ConditionalAug 21, 2023ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
- 2
City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
Observed no certified manager on site at the time of inspection while tcs items such as chicken were prepared. Instructed to maintain an employee holding a valid city of Chicago foodservice manager certificate on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012. Citation issued.
- 10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Observed no paper towels at both exposed handwashing sinks. Instructed to provide paper towels at all handwashing sinks at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
- 21
Proper hot holding temperatures
Observed chicken in hot hold unit in prep area held at improper temperature of 125.9f. Management discarded approximately 5 lbs of product valued at approximately $30. Instructed to maintain all tcs items at or above 135f at all times. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
- 40
Personal cleanliness
Observed 2 female and 1 male food employee working without hair restraints. Instructed to provide.
- 47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Observed torn gaskets on the prep cooler and prep freezer. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.
- 48
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Observed no sink stoppers for 3 compartment sink. Instructed to provide.
- 51
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Observed urinal in men's toilet room containing toilet as well does not flush. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.
- 52
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Unable to locate grease trap connected to 3-compartment sink. Instructed to install by all relevant laws, rules, and regulations.
- 53
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Observed no covered trash receptacle inside women's toilet room. Instructed to provide.
- 57
All food employees have food handler training
Observed 2 female employees working without food handler training. Instructed all food employees must complete food handler training and maintain records thereof on site at all times.
- 2
- PassAug 31, 2022Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- FailAug 23, 2022CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- 2
City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
No certified food manager on site while tcs foods are being prepared and served(chicken). Instructed to have a cfm on site at all times while tcs foods are being prepared and served. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-012. Citation issued.
- 3
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
No employee health policy on site. Must provide verification for each employee on site at all times. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-010. Citation issued.
- 10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Observed hot water temperature at 138.3f at hand sink in prep area. A handwashing sink shall have maximum hot water temperature of 49°c (120°f) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
- 10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Observed no hand washing sink located at dish washing area. Must install a hand washing sink with hot and cold running water connected to city water line that is accessible for employees to wash hands. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c).
- 21
Proper hot holding temperatures
Observed cheese pizza at improper hot holding temperature at 78.3f on counter. Also observed sausage pizza at improper hot holding temperature at 82.5f on counter under lamp. Tcs foods must be held at 135.0f or above. Food has been discarded and denatured. Food weighing approximately 10 lbs at a cost of $30.00. Priority violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.
- 49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Observed heavy grease build up inside of cooking fryer. Must detail clean and maintain.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Must clean dusty vent attached to wall in kitchen prep area.
- 60
Previous core violation corrected
Previous core violation not corrected from 12/4/2020, report #2463346. #58-establishment has new food service managers. Instructed that all city of Chicago food service managers must obtain the required food allergen training. Priority foundation violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.
- 2
- ConditionalDec 4, 2020CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- 3
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
No employee health policy on premises as required. Instructed the person in charge to provide documentation of employees responsibilty to report any illness transmissible through food. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010 issued.
- 5
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
No vomit and diarrhea clean up procedure on premises as required; must provide. Instructed the person in charge that a vomit and diarrhea clean up procedure must be documented and the necessary supplies on hand in the event of a vomit and diarrheal incident on premises. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 issued.
- 47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Observed loose rubber gaskets at refrigeration doors; instructed to repair or replace gaskets where needed.
- 49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Instructed to clean the blade at the can opener on prep table, clean the interior bottom of fryer to remove grease and interiors of refrigeration units where needed.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Instructed to clean floors under around and behind kitchen equipment where needed.
- 58
Allergen training as required
Establishment has new food service managers. Instructed that all city of Chicago food service managers must obtain the required food allergen training.
- 3
- ConditionalAug 29, 2019CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- 3
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
No employee health policies on site for review for all food and conditional employees. Instructed to provide and maintain documents on site at all times.documents provided. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-010. No citation issued.
- 5
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
No written posted on site or necessary items outlined in the policy available on site for responding to vomit and diarrhea events that can possibly occur in the food establishment. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. No citation issued.
- 22
Proper cold holding temperatures
Observed the following tcs foods in the walk in cooler at improper cold holding temperatures, they are as follows... One gallon of milk @ 46.0f, approximately 3 lbs of turkey deli meat @47.0f, about 6 lbs capicola salami @49.4f, and approximately 7 lbs of marinated chicken breast @ 50.0f. All said food items tallying $100 were voluntarily discarded during time of inspection by person in charge. Instructed to keep all cold held items at 41f or below at all times. Priority violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.
- 23
Proper date marking and disposition
Observed tcs food items (marinara sauce, cooked noodles, italian beef meat, soups,marinated chicken, boiled eggs, etc) on site without labels. Instructed to provide discard and use by labels on ready to eat, refrigerated , prepared on site and held for more than 24 hours and maintain. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. No citation issued.
- 36
Thermometers provided & accurate
Observed 2 door refrigerator in pizza prep area without thermometer inside. Instructed to provide.
- 37
Food properly labeled; original container
Observed no labels on prepackaged mixed salads, cheesecake,chocolate cake slices and temisu desserts in front display coolers. Instructed to provide label with common name,source, ingredients, and list of all allergens.priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. No citation issued.
- 53
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Observed all toilet features in mens and womens restroom in need of cleaning. Must maintain.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Observed floors in prep area with dried food debris behind equipment along walls, as well as trash on restroom floors. Must clean and maintain.
- 55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Observed missing ceiling tiles in ceiling in women restroom. Must replace and maintain.
- 58
Allergen training as required
No allergen training certificate of completion on site for all city of Chicago certified food managers certificate holders. Instructed to meet requirements.
- 3
- ConditionalMay 2, 2018Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
- 11
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Observed no hot running water in the mens or women toilet rooms. Staff must wash hands in exposed hand sink in the prep area until hot water has been restored in both toilet rooms. Critical violation 7-38-030 business was given two days to correct, violation still exists.
- 30
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Must label all food containers (flour) when foods has been removed from it's original packaging.
- 32
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Observed broken door gasket on prep cooler on west wall in prep area.
- 33
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Must detail clean dried food debris from interior contact surface of all prep coolers, microwave oven, lower shelves on prep tables, and mounted can opener, in prep area. Also, clean excessive dirt and debris from window sill behind the oven.
- 34
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Must detail clean dried food debris from floors throughout prep area under heavy equipment (corners), dry storage and in rear hallway leading to toilet rooms.
- 35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Must replace missing and stained ceiling tile in rear hallway, clean excessive dust accumulation from ceiling vents in both toilet rooms.
- 36
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Must replace burned out light in dry storage area in rear.
- 41
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Must remove excessive clutter from throughout the front prep area and rear storage area. Elevate items 6" off floors to prevent rodent harborage.
- 11
- FailApr 30, 2018CanvassRisk 1 (High)
- 11
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Observed no hot running water in the mens or women toilet rooms. Staff must wash hands in exposed hand sink in the prep area until hot water has been restored in both toilet rooms. Critical violation 7-38-030
- 22
Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Observed no chemical test kit on site to check chemical concentration in water of 3-comp sink. Instructed to provide chemical test kit and keep on-sit at all times. Serious violation 7-38-030
- 30
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Must label all food containers (flour) when foods has been removed from it's original packaging.
- 32
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Observed broken door gasket on prep cooler on west wall in prep area.
- 33
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Must detail clean dried food debris from interior contact surface of all prep coolers, microwave oven, lower shelves on prep tables, and mounted can opener, in prep area. Also, clean excessive dirt and debris from window sill behind the oven.
- 34
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Must detail clean dried food debris from floors throughout prep area under heavy equipment (corners), dry storage and in rear hallway leading to toilet rooms.
- 35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Must replace missing and stained ceiling tile in rear hallway, clean excessive dust accumulation from ceiling vents in both toilet rooms.
- 36
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Must replace burned out light in dry storage area in rear.
- 41
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Must remove excessive clutter from throughout the front prep area and rear storage area. Elevate items 6" off floors to prevent rodent harborage.
- 11
- ConditionalJun 6, 2017LicenseRisk 1 (High)
- 11
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
No running hot water in men and women bathrooms for employees, instructed to have running hot water at all times, critical violation: 7-38-030
- 31
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Single serve cup dispenser missing top lid, instructed to provide and prevent storing lids above rim,
- 34
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Missing floor tile rear storage area , instructed to provide, and clean under and behind equipment,
- 41
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Clutter rear storage closets, instructed to remove, clean and better organize all areas,
- 11
Fails sit above the line, passes below. Every inspection the city has published for this licence.
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What it gets cited for
- 5515×
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- 1010×
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- 478×
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- 566×
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- 25×
City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
- 225×
Proper cold holding temperatures
- 535×
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
- 334×
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Counted across every inspection on record here. A code that keeps coming back is the more telling signal.
Source
Published by the Chicago Department of Public Health as Food Inspections, updated weekly. This page shows every row the city holds under licence 2535057 — a business that changed hands may carry history from its predecessor.