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Food code section 2

City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

The 14th most-cited section of Chicago's food code over the last year.

Times cited1.2K2.5% of all citations
Inspections1.2Kcarried this citation
Ended in a fail50%582 of 1,159
Rank#14of 58 sections in use

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Counted over Oct 13, 2025 to Oct 13, 2026. Inspection volume moves with the city's own scheduling, so a rise here is not necessarily a decline in standards.

Section numbers moved in 2018. Chicago renumbered its food code that July, so the same section number means something different in older inspections. Everything on this page is drawn from the last year only.

Recently cited

  1. Aglaia Coffee and Tea Company925 W Chicago Ave · Restaurant
    4 days agoFail
    1. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Observed no city of Chicago certified food manager on site with valid original certificate while preparing and serving tcs foods (milk, spinach quiche, tuna). Instructed to provide and maintain as required. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-012. Citation issued.

    2. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      Observed handsink inaccessible during time of inspection. Noted handsink being used for rinsing, dumping and storing milk frothing pitchers during time of inspection. Instructed to use handwashing sink for handwashing only as required. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-030 (c). Citation issued.

    3. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      Observed approximately 30 or more small black live flies flying throughout the premises, on boxes containing materials in the dishwashing area, on walls, on countertops in the front and rear prep areas, and on exterior surfaces of cake and cookie holders on display. Instructed to contact pest control for service, clean and sanitize affected areas. Must eliminate pest activity on premises and maintain. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-020 (a). Citation issued.

    4. 40

      Personal cleanliness

      Observed food employee preparing food in rear prep area without effective hair restraint. Instructed to provide and maintain to prevent possible contamination of food.

    5. 45

      Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

      Observed single service cups wrapped in palstic stored on floor in front prep area. Instructed to provide adequate shelving and store at least 6 inches off floor.

    6. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      Observed all equipment throughout prep areas in need of cleaning (sandwich press, interior and exterior of refrigerator and freezer, shelving units, under all coffee equipment and storage space in dishwashing area. Instructed to remove food debris , clean and sanitize.

    7. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Observed items stored on floor throughout dishwashing space, hallwasy leading o main prep area and inside utility room. Instructed to organize, remove items from inside mop sink in order to access for use. Must maintain premise.

    8. 56

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

      Observed inadequate lighting in rear prep/dishwashing area. Instructed to increase and maintain

    9. 57

      All food employees have food handler training

      Observed no proof of food handlers' certification. During time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain on site for review.

    10. 60

      Previous core violation corrected

      Observed previous core violations not corrected from report #2625668 on 10/21/25. They are as follows: 4-204.112(b) 01/21/2026 no thermometer provided in main prep kitchen refrigerator; instructed to provide. 6-101.11 01/21/2026 wall behind prep table at rear prep kitchen is not smooth or easily cleanable; instructed to provide a smooth, durable, easily cleanable surface. 2-102.13 10/21/2025 manager needs to obtain allergen training certification instructed to correct violations as required. Priority foundation violation. #7-42-090. Citation issued.

  2. Sharks on Division Corporation5751 W Division St · Restaurant
    5 days agoFail
    1. 1

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

      Observed no person in charge present with city of Chicago certified manager certificate.

    2. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Observed no certified food manager on site and no certificate posted while (tcs foods) chicken wings and fish etc. Is being prepared/handled.instructed person in charge, that a city of Chicago certified food service manager must be on site at all times when (tcs foods) are prepared, handled, and/or served.priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued.

    3. 3

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

      Observed no written employee health policy on the premises.instructed to provide a signed employee health policy for each employee. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010, citation issued.

    4. 5

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

      Found no procedure/plan for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed to provide and maintain required procedure/plan and appropriate supplies or kit. (necessary items at a minimum: gloves, face masks, disposable mops and appropriate sanitizer/spray that is egffective against norovirus). Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, citation issued.

    5. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      Observed no hot running water at the handwashing sink at front prep area water temperature ranging from (72.3f-75.7f). Instructed management handwashing sinks water temperature must be provided of at least 100 f through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Instructed management to repair and maintain as required.priority violation 7-38-030(c), citation issued.

    6. 35

      Approved thawing methods used

      Observed improper thawing being done on frozen beef.thawing must occur with food being placed in the walk in cooler over night, or under cold running water. Instructed to maintain correct thawing procedures.

    7. 36

      Thermometers provided & accurate

      Observed no thermometer inside the 3-door prep line refrigeration unit conspicuously posted to monitor the ambient temperature of equipment.instructed to equip all refrigeration units with accurate and working thermometers and maintain.

    8. 37

      Food properly labeled; original container

      Observed bulk containers in rear without a label.instructed to provide the common name on all bulk containers to properly identify items(salt, sugar, flour etc).

    9. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      Observed no licensed pest control logbook available on premises. Instructed to provide a pest control logbook with a complete contents ( contract /service agreement, service report, copy of the idph license, chemicals used etc.) priority foundation violation 7-38-020 (c), citation issued.

    10. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      Observed gap opening at bottom of the front entrance door.instructed to make door tight fitting all across the bottom to prevent pest entry and maintain.

    11. 47

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

      Instructed to transfer food products from an open original can container into food grade container for proper food storage and maintain.

    12. 48

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

      Observed no chemical sanitizing test kit to test sanitizer concentration at the dishwashing 3-compartment sink.instructed to provide and a chemical sanitizing test kit on the premises and maintain.priority foundation violation 7-38-005, citation issued.

    13. +5 more
  3. Cafe Mustache2313-2315 N Milwaukee Ave · Restaurant
    6 days agoFail
    1. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Observed no city of Chicago certified food manager on site with valid original certificate during time of inspection while preparing and serving tcs foods (milk, eggs, hummus, quinoa). Instructed to provide at least one certificate holder on site while open and operating. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-012. Citation issued.

    2. 16

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

      Observd internal panels of ice machine with accumulated build up of visible black and pink mold-like substance dripping onto ice used for human consumption. Instructed to remove buildup, clean and sanitize as required and maintain. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued.

    3. 22

      Proper cold holding temperatures

      Observed approximately 1 quart oat milk, 1 quart half and half, 1 quart milk stored in self serve containers on rolling cart in dining area at improper temperatures during time of inspection. Noted temperature ranging between 50-53f. Instructed to hold all cold tcs foods @41f and below at all times. Pic discarded at this time. Priority violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued.

    4. 47

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

      Observed duct tape on wall near handsink in prep area, mending surfaces of bar and on handles of cooling units. Instructed to remove tape, repair surfaces to be smooth and easily cleanable and in good condition

    5. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      Observed internal surfaces of sliding door cooling unit in bar in need of cleaning. Noted pooling of brown water and food debris floating throughout said unit. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    6. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Observed floor throughout prep area in need of cleaning. Instructed to remove all food debris behind ice machine, coffee equipment, cooling units and storage racks and maintain.

    7. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Observed closet containing speakers and other miscellaneus items stored improperly. Instructed to organize said space, remove uneccesary items and elevate items at least 6 inches off floor.

    8. 56

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

      Observed vents throughout ceilings and walls throughout prep area in need of cleaning. Instructed to remove dust and dirt build up.

    9. 56

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

      Observed inadequate lighting throughout prep area, bar, rear storage and hallway near restrooms. Instructed to replace burned out bulbs and increase current lighting. Must maintain.

  4. Old Fashioned Donuts INC11248 S Michigan Ave · Restaurant
    6 days agoFail
    1. 1

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

      Pic has no Chicago cfm certificate. Instructed to have all pics obtain and maintain a valid cfm certificate. Citation combined with violation #2.

    2. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Found no Chicago cfm certificate nor manager on site while preparing/serving tcs food (i.e. Eggs, beef, etc.). Instructed to have a valid cfm certificate and manager on site at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued

    3. 60

      Previous core violation corrected

      Found the core violations written on report #2639413 dated 07/06/2026 not corrected and/or maintained. Instructed to correct and maintain the following: -38. Found the front door with 1/4"gap underneath making door not rodent/insect proofed. Instructed to rodent/insect proof door and maintain. -55. Found the floors in the front/rear dish washing area warped/damaged. Instructed to replace floors so that they are smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain same. Water-stained ceiling tiles in the front/rear. Instructed to replace ceiling tiles and maintain. -55. Found the floors in the corners and under/around the heavy equipment with a thick accumilation of dirt and debris build up. Instructed to clean and maintain. Ceiling tiles and vents with a build up of dirt and dust. Instructed to clean and maintain tiles and vents. -55. Found clutter in the rear. Instructed to eliminate clutter and organize the area. Maintain same. -57. Found food handlers with no food handlers certiificates. Instructed all employees to obtain and maintain a valid certificate. Priority foundation 7-42-090 citation issued

  5. Marillac Social Center INC.212 S Francisco Ave · Children's Services Facility
    6 days agoFail
    1. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      2-101.11: 2-101.11 observed no certified food manager on site with original city of Chicago food service manager certificate on site while open and operating.instructed that a city of Chicago certified food manager must be on site at all times while foods are being prepared and served. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued

    2. 36

      Thermometers provided & accurate

      4-204.112(b): observed no ambient air thermometer inside the hot holding unit in the fod prep area. Instructed to provide and maintain.

    3. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      6-202.15: observed the double doors leading to the garbage area with openings at the bottom. Instructed to rodent proof and maintain.

    4. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      6-501.114: observed a small amount of standing water under the three-compartment sink in the dishwashing area. Instructed to remove standing water and maintain.

  6. Tha Wing Lounge3652 W Chicago Ave · Restaurant
    6 days agoFail
    1. 1

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

      Observed no person in charge present with city of Chicago certified manager certificate.

    2. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Observed no certified food manager on site and no certificate posted while (tcs foods) chicken wings etc. Is being prepared/handled.instructed person in charge, that a city of Chicago certified food service manager must be on site at all times when (tcs foods) are prepared, handled, and/or served.instructed to comply and post original certificate as required.priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued.

    3. 3

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

      Observed no written employee health policy on the premises.instructed to provide a signed employee health policy for each employee. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. No citation issued.

    4. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      Observed hand soap dispenser in poor condition in the rear food prep/dishwashing area.instructed to provide and maintain adequate hand soap dispensers as required.

    5. 21

      Proper hot holding temperatures

      Observed cooked chicken wings at improper temperatures of 80.8f on top of the prep table covered with sheet pan next to the deep fryers. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 10# of food worth $100.00. Priority violation 7-38-005, citation issued.

    6. 37

      Food properly labeled; original container

      Observed bulk containers in rear without a label. Instructed to provide the common name on all bulk containers to properly identify item(salt, sugar, flour etc).

    7. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      No licensed pest control logbook available on premises. Instructed to provide a pest control logbook with a complete contents ( contract/service agreement, service report,copy of the idph license, chemicals used etc.) priority foundation violation 7-38-020 (c), citation issued.

    8. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      Observed evidencde of pest activity on the premises.observed approximately 50 rodent rat droppings on the floor under and around cluttered rear storage areas and on floor southwest corner of the kitchen behind the ovens.instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings from all affected areas. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(a), citation issued.

    9. 40

      Personal cleanliness

      Observed employee with no hair restraint in the food prep area. Instructed manager to provide hair restraints for all employees in the food prep area.

    10. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      Instructed to clean the following equipment and maintain: prep tables (tops and bottoms), interior/exterior surfaces of fryers and other cooking equipments, under grills and shelves inside of refrigeration units, kitchen storage racks, behind front service counters and maintain.

    11. 53

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

      Observed no covered waste receptacle provided in the unisex washroom. Must provide.

    12. 54

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

      Observed no outside commercial garbage dumpster for the premises.instructed to provide a commercial disposal contract service for the premises and maintain as required.priority foundation violation 7-38-020 (b), citation issued.

    13. +4 more
  7. M.W. Prince Hall Grand Lodge809 E 42nd Pl · Restaurant
    7 days agoConditional
    1. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Observed no valid city of Chicago foodservice santation certificate posted as required. Instructed manager to provide and maintain at all times or more citations will follow. Priority foundation citation issued #7-38-012.

    2. 16

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

      Observed build up of residue on interior of ice machine door. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

    3. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Observed items stored on floor in storage room upstairs adjacent to kitchen. Instructed person in charge to organize and maintain.

  8. Nhu Lan Sandwiches4810 N Sheridan Rd · Restaurant
    7 days agoConditional
    1. 1

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

      No person in charge present at the time of inspection. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued.

    2. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Noted no certified food manager on duty with the city of Chicago food certificate when tcs foods are prepared and served (pork, chicken, steamed buns etc). Instructed managerment to have a ciy of Chicago food service manager on site at all times. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

    3. 33

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

      Noted service prep cooler at the rear by the cooking stove at improper temperature of 59.2f. No tcs foods were stored inside cooler at the time of inspection. Instructed not to use until equipment is maintaining proper temperature of 41f and below. Priority violation #7-38-005. No citation issued.

    4. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      Noted rear exit door not rodent proof with gap at the bottom of door (about 1/4 inch). Instructed to seal gaps to prevent entry points for pests.

    5. 39

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

      Noted food containers stored on floor inside the walk-in cooler/freezer. Must provide proper, raised shelving to store food containers 6" off floor.

    6. 47

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

      Noted assorted food items inside coolers and refrigeration units food stored inside tin cans. Instructed to properly store all food items inside approved food grade containers.

    7. 47

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

      Noted cardboard boxes used to line shelves inside the walk in cooler and rear storage area. Instructed to clean and remove all cardboard boxes to prevent hiding places for pest.

    8. 47

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

      Noted rusty and dirty shelves inside walk in coolers and rear dry storage area. Instructed to detail clean, repaint with non toxic food grade paint and/or replace.

    9. 51

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

      Noted leaking faucet at the 3 compartment sink of the kitchen prep area. Instructed to repair and maintain.

    10. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Instructed to clean and maintain floors especially along wall base at the rear, underneath the meat cooking oven with dirt and grime. Must also repair gracks on floor and coving of the same.

  9. Bayan Ko Diner1820-1822 W Montrose Ave · Restaurant
    8 days agoFail
    1. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Noted facility did not provide a valid city of Chicago food service sanitation certificate for employees working on site. Informed a certified manager with a current city of Chicago certificate must be on premises at all times and a valid must remain posted on site whenever time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods are being prepared, handled and/or served. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

    2. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      Observed the exposed hand-washing sink next to the back door not accessible for use. The drain line and water lines are not connected to the hand-washing sink. Management instructed that all exposed hand-washing sinks must be accessible for use at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

    3. 14

      Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

      Observed no shellstock tag attached to container of live mussels, located in walk in cooler, at time of inspection. Informed manager that shellfish shellstock tag must remain attached to container until container is empty. Instructed to provide approval sources of shellfish and maintain tags for 90 days on premises. Manager voluntarily discarded 15lb, at a value of $125.00 priority foundation violation # 7-38-005. Citation issued.

    4. 14

      Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

      Observed facility without 90-days worth of shellfish tags with date sold or last served on tags. Must provide and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-005 (citation combined with violation above)

    5. 16

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

      Observed low temperature warewashing machine located in the kitchen's dish area not properly sanitizing. The sanitizing residual chlorine concentration was observed at 0ppm at time of inspection. Instructed person in charge to repair to meet sanitizing requirements of 50-100ppm. Pic replaced chlorine and primed low temp dish machine, dish machine now reading 100 ppm priority violation #7-38-025. Citation issued.

    6. 22

      Proper cold holding temperatures

      Noted internal temperatures of the following time/temperature control for safety food items inside the cold holding unit to be improper: chicken skewers at 45.4f, turkey sausage at 44.6f, spring roll at 52.0f, pico de gallo at 51.8f, and a variety of empanadas at 48.6f. Manager immediately and voluntarily disposed of 25 lbs of products worth $950.00 through denaturing process. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

    7. 23

      Proper date marking and disposition

      Observed ready to eat, temperature control for safety foods (chicken wings )not properly dated in walk-in cooler , stored longer than 24 hours in coolers. Instructed to provide proper date marking with disposition date for rte foods prepared on site and held over 24 hours in cold holding unit. Manager immediately and voluntarily disposed of 10 lbs of products worth $200.00 priority foundation violation. Citation issued. 7-38-005

    8. 28

      Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used

      Observed open rodent bait in food prep area, under ice machine and dry storage shelves instructed to remove, clean, sanitize and maintain said area. Pic removed rodent bait and cleaned said areas and priority violation. 7-38-015 citation issued.

    9. 39

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

      Observed no splashguard between front exposed hand sink and ice well at bar area. Must install a washable splashguard.

    10. 43

      In-use utensils: properly stored

      Observed scoops for dry storage containers being stored directly inside of the container. Instructed to properly store all utensils between use.

    11. 43

      In-use utensils: properly stored

      Observed plates not inverted. Instructed to invert plates after sanitizing and air drying.

    12. 47

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

      Observed 2 door cold holding unit in rear prep area doors falling off and top lids of said cold holding unit broken. Instructed to repair

    13. +7 more
  10. Mano Modern Cafe851 N Ashland Ave · Restaurant
    8 days agoFail
    1. 1

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

      No person in charge on site during inspection. Must have a person in charge on site at all times. Priority foundation violation. Person in charge arrived on site approximately 11:10 am.

    2. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      No certified food manager on site while tcs foods were being prepared and served(eggrolls, ham). Instructed that a city of Chicago certified food service sanitation manager must be on site during operating hours while tcs foods are prepared/handled, served and stored priority foundation violation. 7-38-012. Citation issued. Cfm arrived on site approximately 11:10 am.

    3. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      No soap available at hand washing sink located at coffee prep. Must provide soap at hand washing sink at all times for employees to wash hands. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c). Citation issued. Employee replenished soap during inspection.

    4. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      Observed wet mop stored on floor in kitchen prep area. Must store inverted in mop sink area.

    5. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      Observed extremely heavy grease spills on exterior of equipment and inside of cooking fryer in kitchen. Must detail clean and maintain.

    6. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Observed clutter in the basement with boxes and unnecessary items stored on the floor. Must remove unnecessary items from premise.

    7. 56

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

      Observed heavy grease and dust build up on ventilation filters at ventilation hood. Must clean and maintain.

    8. 57

      All food employees have food handler training

      Observed no food handler training certificates on site. Must provide at all times.

    9. 58

      Allergen training as required

      Observed no allergen training certificates on site. Must provide allergen training certificates for all certified food managers on site at all times.

    10. 60

      Previous core violation corrected

      Previous core violation not corrected from 3-30-2026, report #2633231. #55--observed grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on walls in prep area and floors under cooking equipment at the grill/fryer area, in the kitchen/prep area and dish washing areas. Instructed to clean all mentioned areas. Priority foundation violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.

  11. Delicias Carbic Gourmet LLC3420 W North Ave · Restaurant
    8 days agoNo verdict
    1. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      2-101.11 no city of Chicago certified food manager on site or valid documentation on the premises while tcs foods (beef, etc.) are being prepared and served to customers. Instructed person-in-charge that a city of Chicago certified food service manager must be on the premises at all times when (tcs foods) are prepared, handled, and/or served.instructed to comply and post original certificates as required.priority foundation violation 7-38-012.

    2. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      5-204.11---observed no handwashing sink in rear prep/dishwashing area.instructed manager to install handwashing sink with hot and cold running water, soap, paper towels, and signage in rear prep/dishwashing area.priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c).

    3. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      6-202.15--- observed rear exit door with gap opening approx. 1/4" at the bottom of said door.instructed to make the door tight-fitting all around the bottom to prevent pest entry and maintain.

    4. 53

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

      6-501.19---observed no self-closing door device on the washroom door.instructed to install a self-closing door device on said washroom door and maintain.

    5. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      6-501.114---instructed to detail clean and organize the rear storage area near the exit door and remove unnecessary articles/unused deep fryers etc.due to potential pest harborage and all other need items must be elevated from the floor to facilitate cleaning and maintain.

    6. 56

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

      6-303.11---observed burnt-out light bulb for light fixture in the rear prep/dishwashing area.instructed to replace burnt-out light bulbs and maintain adequate lighting at all times.

    7. 57

      All food employees have food handler training

      2-102.13---observed no food handler certificates provided on the premises.must show proof of training for all food handling employees and maintain.

  12. La Boulangerie & Co936 N California Ave · Bakery
    8 days agoConditional
    1. 1

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

      No person in charge on site at time of inspection. Must have a person in charge on site at all times. Priority foundation violation. Person in charge arrived on site approximately 9:15 am.

    2. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      No certified food manager on site while tcs foods were being prepared and served(ham, salmon). Instructed to have a certified food manager on site at all times. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-012. Citation issued. Certified manager arrived on site at approximately 9:15 am.

  13. Evergreen3537 S Paulina(1700w) · School
    8 days agoConditional
    1. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      No valid food service manager certificate on site, while handling tcs foods. Instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012.

    2. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Storing mop and bucket in dry food storage room, instructed to keep away from food storage rooms.

  14. Give Me Some Sugah2234 E 71st St · Restaurant
    11 days agoConditional
    1. 1

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

      Observed person in charge without proof of food safety management training during time of inspection. Must provide.

    2. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Observed facility food handlers preparing and handling time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods with no valid and original city of Chicago food service manager holder on site. Pic has reciept for reciporcity dated 9/25/2025 on site. Informed person in charge a valid and original city of Chicago food service certificate and its holder must remain posted on site during tcs food prep, cooking, serving and operating hours. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

    3. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Noted clutter in throughout facility. Instructed to remove all items unnecessary to business. All kept items are to be stored on proper shelving that is smooth and easy to clean and a minimum of 6 inches off the floor.

    4. 58

      Allergen training as required

      Observed no proof of allergen training for all city of Chicago cfm. Instructed all city of Chicago certified food managers obtain this certificate and maintain on site.

  15. E S Restaurant5809 N Lincoln Ave · Restaurant
    12 days agoConditional
    1. 1

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

      Person in charge with no city of Chicago sanitation certificate.must provide.

    2. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Found no city of Chicago sanitation manager on premises while handling tcs foods.(handles chicken,milk,etc.)priority foundation.citation issued.7-38-012.must provide.

  16. Organiclife11530 S Prairie Ave · School
    12 days agoConditional
    1. 1

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

      Pic has no Chicago food sanitation certificate. Instructed to have a pic with a Chicago food sanitation certificate on site at all times when preparing/serving tcs foods. Priority foundation citation written on violation #2

    2. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Found no Chicago certified food manager (cfm) on site while preparing/serving tcs foods (i.e. Dairy, chicken, pasta, etc.). Instructed to have a cfm on site at all times when preparing/serving tcs foods. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued

    3. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      Found no paper towels at the hand-washing sink in the prep area. Instructed to provide and maintain paper towels at all hand-washing sinks. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c) citation issued

    4. 41

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

      Found wiping cloths stored on the prep table and in a bucket with no water/sanitizer solution. Instructed to store wiping cloths in a bucket/container of sanitizing solution (must be at the required ppm) when not in use. Maintain same.

    5. 51

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

      Found a leak at the base of the 3-compartment faucet. Instructed to repair and maintain good plumbing.

    6. 53

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

      Found the trash receptacles in the women's toilet room in the lower level dining room area has no lids. Instructed to provide trash receptacles with lids. Maintain same.

    7. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Found the walls and ledges in the prep area with spider webs, dirt and dust build up. Instructed to clean and maintain walls and ledges.

    8. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Found the ceiling in the prep area peeling/damaged. Instructed to fix and maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface.

  17. Let's Taco1149 W 69th St. · Restaurant
    12 days agoFail
    1. 1

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

      Observed person in charge without proof of food safety management training during time of inspection. Must provide.

    2. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Observed facility food handlers preparing and handling time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods with no valid and original city of Chicago food service manager holder on site. Informed person in charge a valid and original city of Chicago food service certificate and its holder must remain posted on site during tcs food prep, cooking, serving and operating hours. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

    3. 11

      Food obtained from approved source

      Observed 9 containers of cake slices in display case for sale in the facility from an unknown unapproved source. Also noted 10 slices of cake in rear 2 door refrigerator without a business name and address of an approved facility. Instructed manager to discard and denature said items and to always purchase all food items from an approved source and approved facility. Manager discarded said items during the inspection. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-005

    4. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      Observed no current pest control logbook on the premises. Instructed person in charge that a licensed pest control company and operator must provide at least 2 pest inspections a year and the reports must be maintained in the logbook. Instructed to provide a current pest control logbook and pest inspection reports. Priority foundation 7-38-020(c). Citation issued.

    5. 49

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

      Noted heavy encrusted grease build-up in compartments under fryers. Instructed to deep clean and maintain.

    6. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Noted floors around 3 compartment sink grease trap, west wall storage racks and rear storage area in need of cleaning. Instructed to deep clean and maintain.

    7. 58

      Allergen training as required

      Observed no proof of allergen training for cfm. Instructed all city of Chicago certified food managers obtain this certificate and maintain on site

  18. Organiclife1816 W Garfield Blvd · Restaurant
    12 days agoConditional
    1. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      No certified food service manager on site while handling and serving tcs foods ( pasta, chicken...) instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012.

    2. 58

      Allergen training as required

      No allergen training certificate for food service manager. Instructed to obtain.

  19. Smoothie King723 S Seeley Ave · Restaurant
    12 days agoConditional
    1. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      2-101.11: observed a food manager certificate from the always food safe company with examination date of 1-13-2025. Instructed a certified food manager must be on site at all times with the original city of Chicago food service manager certificate, while open and operating. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued

    2. 36

      Thermometers provided & accurate

      4-204.112(b): observed no ambient air thermometer in the mini refrigerator closest to the register. Instructed to provide and maintain.

    3. 39

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

      3-307.11: observed ice container at front serving line not covered while not in use. Instructed to cover to prevent potential contamiantion.

    4. 40

      Personal cleanliness

      2-402.11: observed the food handlers on site with no hair restraints, while in food prep area preparing orders. Instructed all food handlers must wear hair restraints, while in food prep area.

  20. Izaan Myanmar Grocery6350 N Claremont Ave · Grocery Store
    13 days agoFail
    1. 1

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

      Person in charge with no sanitation manager certificate.must provide.

    2. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Found no city of Chicago sanitation manager certificate.priority foundation.no citation issued.7-38-012.must provide.

    3. 3

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

      No employee health policy at premises.priority foundation.no citation issued.7-38-010.must provide.

    4. 5

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

      No vomit spill kit.priority foundation.no citation issued.7-38-005.must provide.

    5. 22

      Proper cold holding temperatures

      Found walk in cooler not operational.priority violation.no citation issued.must repair.

    6. 36

      Thermometers provided & accurate

      Found no metal stem thermometer.priority foundation.no citation issued.7-38-005.must provide

    7. 48

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

      Found no test strips for 3 compartment sink.prioirity foundation.no citation issued.7-38-005.must provide.

    8. 51

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

      Found 3 compartment sink not properly draining/backing up.priority violation.no citation issued.7-38-030c.must repair.

    9. 51

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

      Found no mop sink with vacuum breaker at faucet.must provide.

  21. The Corner Store Deli4900 W Walton St · Grocery Store
    13 days agoConditional
    1. 1

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

      2-102.14 observed no person-in-charge present with city of Chicago certified manager certificate.

    2. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      2-101.11 observed no certified food manager on site or valid documentation while (tcs foods) (deli meat sandwiches,pizzas etc.) are being prepared/served to the customers. Instructed person in charge, a certified food manager with city of Chicago foodservice sanitation certificate must be present while preparing handling and or serving (tcs foods).priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued.

    3. 51

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

      5-205.15 observed grease trap underneath the 3-compartment sink was not properly installed. Instructed to correct plumbing issue and maintain.

  22. Popeye's Louisiana Kitchen10331 S Kedzie Ave · Restaurant
    13 days agoConditional
    1. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Observed no valid city of Chicago certified manager on duty/ site as required while tcs foods are being prepared, handled and served such as chicken, beans and cole slaw. Inform that a manager with the certification needs to be on site from open to close while tcs foods (chicken, cole slaw) and other items are being prepared and served. Priority foundation citation issued #7-38-012

    2. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      Observed walls behind the prep station dirty. Must clean and maintain.

    3. 57

      All food employees have food handler training

      Observed employee's on duty without thier food handler training as required. Instructed to comply or citations will follow

  23. Marillac Social Center INC.212 S Francisco Ave · Children's Services Facility
    13 days agoFail
    1. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      2-101.11 observed no certified food manager on site with original city of Chicago food service manager certificate on site while open and operating.instructed that a city of Chicago certified food manager must be on site at all times while foods are being prepared and served. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued

    2. 36

      Thermometers provided & accurate

      4-204.112(b): observed no ambient air thermometer inside the hot holding unit in the fod prep area. Instructed to provide and maintain.

    3. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      6-202.15: observed the double doors leading to the garbage area with openings at the bottom. Instructed to rodent proof and maintain.

    4. 55

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

      6-501.114: observed a small amount of standing water under the three-compartment sink in the dishwashing area. Instructed to remove standing water and maintain.

  24. Little Caesar3924 S Archer Ave · Restaurant
    14 days agoFail
    1. 1

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

      Observed no city of Chicago certified foodservice manager on premises. Instructed city of Chicago certified foodservice manager must be on premises at all times. Priority foundation violation

    2. 2

      City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate

      Observed no city of Chicago certified foodservice manager on premises. Instructed city of Chicago certified foodservice manager must be on premises at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012 citation issued

    3. 10

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

      Observed no handwashing signage posted at front prep and washroom handwashing sinks. Instructed to post clearly visible signage that notifies food employees to wash their hands at all handwashing sinks used by food employees.

    4. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      Observed ant activity in facility. Observed approximately 20 ants crawling on floor near rear exit and equipment. Instructed to eliminate ant activity in facility and clean affected areas. Recommended pest control service facility on or after 9/29/2026. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

    5. 38

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

      Observed no pest control log book on premises, containing record of visits, contract with licensed exterminator and copy of service ticket that sets forth the pest control company's Illinois department of health license number. Instructed to provide and maintain on premises pest control log book from licensed pest control company. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(c) citation issued

    6. 44

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

      Observed aprons stored on hook outside of hot holding unit to the left of handwashing sink. Instructed to relocate aprons to prevent contamination from splashes from handwashing sink.

    7. 51

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

      Observed leaking faucet at one compartment sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

    8. 54

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

      Observed debris on ground in enclosure for dumpsters. Instructed to remove debris from ground in enclosure for dumpsters, instructed an enclosure for refuse shall be maintained clean.

    9. 57

      All food employees have food handler training

      At time of inspection facility provided no proof of food handler training for food handlers. Instructed to provide food handler certificates for all food handlers.

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