Food code section 22

Proper cold holding temperatures

The 17th most-cited section of Chicago's food code over the last year.

Times cited8061.7% of all citations

Inspections806carried this citation

Ended in a fail47%381 of 806

Rank#17of 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

La Bomba Food3221 W Armitage Ave · Restaurant
5 days agoFail
1. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  Observed no written procedure posted or items outlined in the policy available on site for responding to vomit and diarrheal events that can occur in the food establishment. Intstructed to provide and maintain on site.priority foundation violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued.
2. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed the following hand sinks without hot water during the time of inspection. In use: front and basement prep areas. Both prep areas were in use at this time. Instructed to provide and maintain hot running water (100-120f) at all hand sinks as required for proper hand washing. Priority violation. #7-38-030 (c). Citation issued.
3. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no hand-drying provision available at the handwashing sink located in the middle prep area during the time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain at all times for proper handwashing. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-030 (c). Citation issued.
4. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no hand sanitizer available at the handsink located in the rear prep area while in use during the time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain at all times. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-030 (c). Citation consolidated with above violation.
5. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed the following food items at improper temperatures during the time of inspection. Approximately 40 lbs ground beef, 10 lbs ground meat, 50 lbs chicken stew, 20 lbs rice,10 lbs beef all stored in cooling units in front and rear prep area. Noted temperature ranging from 49-66f at this time. Instructed to hold all tcs foods @41f and below at all times as required. All said food was voluntarily discarded by pic. Total cost: $400. Priority violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued.
6. 28
  Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
  Observed parcha juice stored inside a premium dishliquid bucket and stored inside a 2-door cooling unit during the time of inspection. Per code, containers previously used to store posionous ot toxic materials may not be used to store or dispense food. Said juice was discarded at this time voluntarily. Instructed to store food in food-grade approved containers only. Priority violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued.
7. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  Observed broken and or missing thermometers inside cooling units throughout prep areas. Instructed to provide and maintain
8. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed approximately 75 or more small black live flies flying throughout the basement prep area, standing on boxes containing produce, on stored kitchenware, on shelving units, on the surface of the walk-in cooler door, and on top of the prep table. Instructed to contact pest control for service. Must eliminate small fly activity on premises and maintain. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-020 (a). Citation issued.
9. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observdd cutting boards with deep cuts and dark grooves in prep area. Nstructed to replace and maintain
10. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed electrical outlets in front prep area, piping attached to and alongside hothold equipment in need of cleaning. Instructed to remove all accumulated grease and food debris to prevent pest harborage.
11. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed handsink located in front prep water pooling onto the floor once turned on. Instructed to repair said sink and maintain in good condition to prevent pest harborage.
12. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Instructed to remove all stacked and stored soiled unused equipment stored outside of backdoor leading to garbage receptacle area. Instructed to remove all unneccesary items to prevent pest harborage, must maintain premise.
13. +4 more
Adoro Fusion Kitchen + Bar2509 W North Ave · Restaurant
5 days agoFail
1. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Observed the high temperature dishwashing machine malfunctioning (not-in-use) at this time.the high temperature dishmachine must be properly operating and maintained at 180f final rinse (for hot water sanitizing machine). Dishmachine is tagged "held for inspection" instructed not to use until repaired (** see comments below). Priority violation 7-38-025.
2. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Observed a slight debris accumulation encrusted on the interior of the ice machine.must remove debris, detail clean inside ice machine/have serviced and maintain ice machine at all times.
3. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed improper cold holding temperatures of (tcs foods) inside of the kitchen walk-in-cooler.observed pork chorizos at 54.6f and eggs at 53.1f. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 30#'s of food worth $300.00.instructed management to monitor and maintain all cold (tcs foods) at 41f or colder at all times.priority violation 7-38-005, citation issued.
4. 25
  Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
  Found incomplete consumer advisory disclosure statements written on the menus. Management instructed to disclose which foods can be ordered "raw" or under cooked and link those foods with an asterisk (*) to a reminder statement that states that eating raw or under cooked foods can increase your risk of food-borne illness. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. (***see comments).
5. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Observed the kitchen walk-in-cooler with an air temperature of 63.3f-65.4f. Instructed management to repair and maintain said cooler at 41f or colder at all times.management immediately notified refrigeration repair service.the said cooler is tagged "held for inspection" at this time.instructed not to use until repaired. (see comments below). Priority violation 7-38-005, citation issued.
6. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed chipped paint and rust on the wire storage racks in the kitchen walk-in cooler.instructed to remove chipped paint and rust and repaint or replace the shelves and maintain.
7. 48
  Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
  Observed no chemical sanitizing test kit to test sanitizer concentration at the kitchen 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.
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.
La Colonia4821 N Elston Ave · Restaurant
6 days agoFail
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed 3 hand washing sinks with no hand drying provisions. Instructed manager to provide. Manager provided paper towels. Priority violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued.
2. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed basement hand washing sink blocked by knives and silverware. Instructed manager to ensure hand washing sink is accessible at all times and is not blocked. Manager had staff remove items from hand washing sink. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) citation consolidated.
3. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed sausages held at an inadequate temperature of 49 f. Instructed manager to ensure all cold holding foods are held at 41 f and below. Manager discarded 10 pounds sausage ($30) priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued.
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed more than 20 small flies and 1 live roach throughout facility including in bar area, kitchen prep area, basement, and dining room area. Instructed manager to eliminate pest activity. Pest contorl service recommended. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.
5. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed more than 20 roach carcasses throughout facility including behind and underneath equipment in bar, prep areas, basement, inside the units underneath coolers, and in dish areas instructed manager to clean and maintain.
6. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed employee toilet room sink with leak form bottom pipes whenever said sink is run. Instructed manager to repair sink.
7. 52
  Sewage & waste water properly disposed
  Observed inadequate waste water disposal at three compartment sink. When one compartment drains another one floods. Instructed manager to service 3 compartment sink. Priority violation 7-38-030 (c). Citation issued
Baba's Famous Steak and Lemonade101 E 51st St · Restaurant
6 days agoConditional
1. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed time/temperature control for safety foods such as 20lbs of sliced italian beef valued at $150 at an improper cold holding temperature of 50f located in walk-in cooler. Instructed to discard and denature all said tfrcs foods and to maintain a cold holding temperature of 41f at all times. Priority violation.7-38-005. Citation issued.
2. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Noted improper cold-hold temperature of 55.0f at wali-in cooler. Informed all refrigerator units shall maintain a proper temperature of 41f and below. Refrigerator unit must not be used until reinspected by Chicago department of public health (cdph). Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.
3. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Observed no covered receptacle for proper disposal of sanitary napkins in employee washroom. Instructed to provide covered waste receptacle.
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
Maxwell Street Harrison3801 W Harrison St · Restaurant
13 days agoConditional
1. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  3-501.16(a:2,&b) observed cold tcs food (raw chicken, raw beef, raw pork, sausage, cheese, eggs) stored in walk-in cooler at improper temperature (52.5f-55.9f) instructed manager to discard approximately 100 lbs and $300 of product. All cold tcs food must maintain 41f or below during storage, preparation, display and service. Priority 7-38-005 citation issued
2. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  4-301.11 observed walk-in cooler not maintaining proper temperature: 55.9°f. Walk-in cooler is tagged as held for inspection and must not be used until reinspected by the Chicago department of health. Priority 7-38-005 citation issued
3. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  4-501.11 observed damaged door gasket at bottom of walk-in cooler door. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
4. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  5-205.15 observed leaking drainpipe under hand-washing sink in front prep area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
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.
Tony's Finer Foods5233 N Lincoln Ave · Grocery Store
13 days agoFail
1. 21
  Proper hot holding temperatures
  Observed chicken sandwiches and chicken nuggets at 110-114f at the packaged hot food display unit. Management instructed to maintain all hot tcs foods above 135f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
2. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed ceviche at 55f and caesar salad at 51f at the self-serve salad bar cooler. Management instructed to maintain all cold tcs foods below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. See violation #21 above for citation.
3. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Observed the self-serve salad bar cooler with an air temperature of 51f. The cooler was used to store tcs foods such as salad items and ceviche. Management instructed to repair and maintain the cooler below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed approx. 25 live small flying insects on the walls, ceiling and equipment in the bakery prep area, behind the meat display coolers and in the juicing prep area next to the produce aisles. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
5. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Replace the torn door gasket inside of the 2-door prep cooler underneath the meat counter prep table.
6. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed heavily scored and stained cutting boards in the meat cutting area behind the display coolers. Management instructed to replace or resurface the stained cutting boards.
7. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed chipped paint on the shelves of the deli island prep cooler used to store deli salads and cheeses. Management instructed to scrape the chipped paint and repaint the shelves.
8. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Repair the leaking condensate drain line in the meat display cooler.
9. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Clean the dust on the walls and ceiling tiles in the deli prep and produce prep areas. Clean the ceiling tiles with food splatter in the deli dry storage room. Clean the floor with debris and litter in the large walk-in freezer in the warehouse area.
10. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Repair the frp sections of the meat cutting room and meat walk-in cooler where they are loose and separating from the wall. Management instructed to replace frp board behind the 3-compartment sink where heavily stained and seal all sections of the wall so there are no openings.
Trader Joe's Store #884804 W Montrose Ave · Grocery Store
14 days agoFail
1. 3
  Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
  Observed no written employee health policy on site. Instructed facility to establish an appropriate employee health policy and maintain with verifiable signed copies on site for all food employees in acknowledgment of reporting agreement. Priority foundation violation #7-38-010. No citation issued.
2. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  Observed no written procedures or supplies for responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. Supplies must include adequate sanitizer that eliminates norovirus. Instructed facility to provide clean up policy and supplies to properly handle bodily fluid spills on site. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. No citation issued.
3. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed handsink in prep area not stocked with hand soap. Informed person in charge that hand soap must be available at handsinks at all times. Food handler obtained hand soap for hand sink during time of inspection. Priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). No citation issued.
4. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no paper towel in the washroom at the washbowl sink nor at the hand-sink in the prep area. Informed person in charge that paper towels must be available at hand sinks at all times. Priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). No citation issued.
5. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no handwashing signage. A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees. Instructed to provide.
6. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed handsink faucets 1st & 2nd floor toilet rooms not properly maintain with hot water running longer than 15 seconds. Instructed to increase timer of hot water to ensure faucet is providing a flow of water for at least 15 seconds without the need to reactivate the faucet.
7. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Observed facility without chemical sanitizers needed to sanitizer equipment and utensils. Must provide chemical sanitizers and be available for use during all hours of operation. Priority violation #7-38-005. No citation issued.
8. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed walk-in cooler #1 at 52f, #2 at 42f and walk-in freezer at 69f at improper cold holding temperatures facility still in process of installing systems. Instructed to maintain a cold holding temperature of 41f at all times. Priority violation.7-38-005. Citation issued. Priority violation.7-38-005. No citation issued.
9. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Observed no hot holding or cooking equipment installed for sample kitchen instructed to provide.priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.
10. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  Noted no metal stem thermometer on site to monitor the internal food temperature of foods the facility may receive during deliveries (i.e. Packaged deli meat, hot dogs etc.). Facility must obtain and maintain proper thermometers on site. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. No citation issued
11. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  Observed no ambient air thermometers inside the reach in coolers and display coolers. Instructed to provide conspicuous and easily readable thermometers inside all refrigerator units to properly monitor the ambient air temperature of equipment.
12. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed retail food establishment without a licensed pest control operator. All retail food establishments shall contract with a licensed Illinois exterminator who shall provide insect and vermin services at the establishment at least twice a year. A log book shall be kept for a period of twelve (12) months and include a copy of the service reports and the pest control company’s Illinois department of public (idph) health license number. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation #7-38-020(c). No citation issued
13. +6 more
Bawarchi on Okaley6406-6408 N Oakley Ave · Restaurant
14 days agoFail
1. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed improper cold holding temperatures of tcs foods inside of the 2-door prep cooler. Observed milk at 47f, eggs at 47f, yogurt at 51f, cheese at 44f, and curry at 44f. Management instructed to maintain all cold tcs foods below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
2. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Observed the 2-door prep cooler with an air temperature of 44f. Management instructed to rpair and maintain the prep cooler below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
3. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Must label all foods outside of their original container.
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed 5 live cockroaches in the food prep area on top of the food prep table and inside of the oven. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
5. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed plastic grocery bags used to store frozen meats inside of the freezer. Management instructed to use only food grade storage bags or containers.
6. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Clean the exterior of the grease trap, food prep tables, interior of oven and sides of stove, interior of the microwave, wire storage shelves above the 3-compartment sink, interior of all prep coolers and freezers.
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Clean the floor and wall throughout the food prep area especially under equipment and around the 3-compartment sink.
Two Hearted Queen1201 W Roscoe St · Restaurant
18 days agoConditional
1. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Noted internal temperatures of the following time/temperature control for safety food items inside the food display cooler to be improper: fried egg at 44.6f and sliced tomato 46.8f. Manager immediately and voluntarily disposed of 5 lbs of products worth $50.00 through denaturing process. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.
2. 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 51.2f. 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.
3. 40
  Personal cleanliness
  Observed food handlers prepping food without hair restraints. Instructed person in charge that all food handlers must wear a hair restraint.
4. 41
  Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
  Noted dirty wiping cloths on prep tables at front and rear prep areas. Not properly stored. Instructed to properly store all washcloths in a sanitizing solution especially when not in use
5. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed cup rinser in front prep out of order instructed to repair and maintain
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed holes in hvac room/ closet. Instructed to repair, and seal hole and maintain.
7. 58
  Allergen training as required
Carniceria La Gloria2551-2553 W 51st St · Grocery Store
18 days agoConditional
1. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed two pots of cold tcs food(pork), held at improper temperatures ranging between of 50.5-52.3f. Instructed all cold tcs food must be held at 41f or below. Corrected on site manager voluntarily discarded and denatured food valued at $400 weighing 100lbs priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued
Learn Charter School212 S Francisco Ave · School
20 days agoConditional
1. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed improper cold holding temperatures for tcs foods at the time of the inspection. Found two packages of ham deli meat (48.6f-48.7f), yogurts (46.8f), and ham sandwiches (65.8f) all stored inside the refrigerator in the hallway. Instructed all cold holding foods must be 41f or below at all times. Approximatley 15lbs at $115 worth of product discarded at this time. Priority violation 7-38-005, no citation issued
2. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  Observed no ambient air thermometer inside the refrigerator in the hallway and for the hot holding unit in the dining area. Instructed to provide and maintain.
El Original Chavas Tacos, INC.2333 W Grand Ave · Restaurant
20 days agoFail
1. 21
  Proper hot holding temperatures
  Observed improper hot hodling temperatures of tcs foods. Found a container of cooked beef (127.8f) and cooked chicken (129.7f) on the flat top grill in the front prep area. Instructed all hot holding food must reach and maintain 135f or above. Approximately 10lbs at $99 worth of product discarded. Priorit violation 7-38-005, citation issued
2. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed improper cold holding temperatures of tcs foods in two different prep coolers in the food prep area. Found a container of beef (51.8f) and eggs (44.5f). Instructed all cold holding food items must reach and maintain 41f or below at all times. Approximately 12lbs at $66 worth of product discarded. Priority violation 7-38-005, citation consolidated with violation #21.
3. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Observed prepackaged slices of tres leches cake in the refrigerator near the front prep area with no food label. Instructed manager to provide the common name of the food, a list of ingredients; the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; and the name of the food source for each major food allergen contained in the food.
4. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Observed squirt bottles and seasoning shakers not labeled in the front food prep area. Instructed to label all food items not in it original food container.
5. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed approximately 40 or more small flies in the basement food prep area. The small flies were observed on the walls and ceilings in the mentioned area. Instructed to eliminate small fly activity, clean and sanitize all affected areas and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a), citation issued.
6. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed a bulk container of diced tomatoes in the three-door cooler with a bowl being used to transfer the food item. Instructed to provide an utensil with a handle to transfer the food item.
7. 40
  Personal cleanliness
  Observed a femal food handler without a hair restraint, while in the food prep area. Instructed all food handlers must have on hair restraints while in the food prep area.
Peking Mandarin Restaurant3457-3459 W Lawrence Ave · Restaurant
20 days agoFail
1. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed improper cold holding temperatures of tcs foods inside of the 2-door prep cooler, refrigerator and walk-in cooler. Observed tofu at 47f, pot stickers at 61f, shrimp at 46f, chicken at 44f, pork at 45f, squid at 45f, and egg rolls at 53f. Management instructed to maintain all cold tcs foods below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
2. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Observed the 2-door prep cooler with an air temperature of 46f, and the walk-in cooler with an air temperature of 47f. Both coolers were used to store tcs foods such as meat and tofu. Management instructed to repair and maintain both coolers below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
3. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed evidence of pest activity in the dishwashing area, storage areas on the 1st floor and basement. Observed approx. 100 rat droppings in the following areas: 8 droppings beneath the dishwashing machine, 2 droppings in the carpeted dry storage room next to the west dining room, and 90 droppings on the floor of the basement beneath the staircase, around the old hot water heater, in the empty storage room and on and around the grease trap. Also observed approx. 100 mouse droppings on the floor, tables and storage shelves in the rear dry storage room. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings throughout the premises. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
4. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Clean the exterior of the grease trap.
5. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  Previous core violations from report #2617166 on 5/8/25 not corrected: 55 - missing and water damaged ceiling tiles in various areas throughout the establishment. Must replace. Broken and missing floor tiles on the cooks line. Must replace/repair. Floors under the cooks line woks with excessive grease. Must clean and maintain. 58 - no proof of allergen training or certificate for the above certified food manager. Must provide for all certified food managers. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.
Polaris Charter Academy620 N Sawyer Ave · School
20 days agoFail
1. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Observed no city of Chicago certified food manager certificate holder on site during time of inspection while preparing and serving tcs foods (pasta, chopped watermelon, milk). Instructed to provide and maintain as required. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-012.
2. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed approximately 20 lbs chopped watermelon stored inside cold hold unit at improper temperature during time of inspection. Noted temperature ranging between 46f-51f. Instructed to hold all tcs foods @41f and below as required. Said food discarded by pic. Priority violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued
3. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed approximately 25 small black live flies flying throughout prep area, on exterior surfaces of heavy equipment, flying around storage cage and inside handwashing sink basin. Instructed to contact pest control for service. Must eliminate fly activity on premise. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-020 (a). Citation issued
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed sticky traps filled with dead insects and webs in corners and behind equipment throughout prep area. Instructed to remove and maintain.
5. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed rusted prep table shelving as well as inside equipment used to store food. Instructed to resurface and provide smooth and easily cleanable surfaces
6. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed handsink located in serving area with leaky plumbing fixture causing water to pool on the floor under said sink. Instructed to repair and maintain in good condition.
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed walls upon entrance to service area as well as behind prep tables and hot hold units with peeling/chipped paint. Noted crumbling bricks as well in said space. Instructed to provide smooth and easily cleanable walls and surfaces and maintain.
8. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Instructed to organize and remove all unused equipment, school furniture and miscellanues items from prep area in order to prevent pest harborage in said spaces. Must maintain premise.
9. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed floors throughout prep area in need of cleaning throughout under all equipment alongside of not in use dish machine and storage space. Instructed to remove all dried food debris, clean and sanitize.
10. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Observed inadequate lighting throughout prep and serving area. Instructed to replace burned out bulbs and increase lighting.
Mayfair Restaurant4461 W Lawrence Ave · Restaurant
21 days agoFail
1. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed tcs foods held at inadequate temperatures ranging from 44-49 f. Instructed manager to ensure all cold tcs food are held at 41 f and below. Manager discarded 10 pounds of chorizo and 5 pounds of cheese ($25) priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued.
2. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Observed cooler with an inadequate ambient air temperature of 52 f. Instructed manager to ensure all cold holding units have an ambient air temperature of 41 f and below. Cooler tagged. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued.
3. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed live roach activity on site. Instructed manager to eliminate all pest activity. Pest control service recommended. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed roach carcass on shelf above kitchen 3 compartment sink. Instructed manager to clean.
5. 52
  Sewage & waste water properly disposed
  Observed inadequate waste water disposal at three compartment sink. When one compartment drains another one floods. Instructed manager to service 3 compartment sink. Priority violation 7-38-030 (c). Citation issued
Chicago Blackhawks Stanley's T2 Bar11601 W Touhy Ave · Restaurant
22 days agoFail
1. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Observed dish machine with a final chlorine sanitizer concentration of 0 ppm. Sanitizer bottle hooked up to dish machine found empty while dish machine was in active use. Instructed manager to ensure dish machine provides a minimum final chlorine sanitizer concentration of 50 ppm. Employee replaced sanitizer bottle. Priority violation 7-38-025 citation issued.
2. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed tcs foods held at inadequate temperatures ranging from 45-48 f. Instructed manager to ensure all cold tcs foods are held at 41 f and below. Manager discarded 20 pounds of chicken, 10 pounds corned beef, and 5 pounds oatmeal ($100) priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued.
3. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Observed cooler with an inadequate ambient air temperature of 45 f. Instructed manager to ensure all cold holding units have an ambient air temperature of 41 f and below. Technician arrived on site to service cooler. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued.
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed 3 live roaches in dish area of facility. Instructed maanger to eliminate pest activity. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.
5. 48
  Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
  Observed bar 3 compartment sink unable to drain. Standing water was inside sink along with ice dumped into sink. Instructed manager to service 3 compartment sink. Technician arrived on site and repaired 3 compartment sink. Priority foundation violation 7-38-025 citation issued.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed soil and debris build up on floor throughout facility. Instructed manager to clean and maintain floors.
Host International INC, Chilis T-211601 W Touhy Ave · Restaurant
22 days agoFail
1. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed sliced tomatoes held at 48 f and cooked vegetables held at 52 f. Instructed manager to ensure all cold tcs foods are held at 41 f and below. Manager discarded 4 pounds sliced tomatoes and 10 pounds cooked vegetables ($15). Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued.
2. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed 3 live roaches in dish area of facility. Instructed manager to eliminate pest activity. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation consolidated.
3. 52
  Sewage & waste water properly disposed
  Observed inadequate waste water disposal at bar three compartment sink. When one compartment drains another one floods. Instructed manager to service 3 compartment sink. Technician serviced 3 compartment sink. Priority violation 7-38-030 (c). Citation issued
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed dish area with soil and debris clean up. Instructed manager to clean.
Subway5040 S Cottage Grove Ave · Restaurant
22 days agoFail
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed the following sinks not maintained with hot water: improper temperature of hot water observed prep handsink (70f). Priority violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
2. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed turkey at 48.1f and ham 47.1f stored in walk-in cooler at improper temperature. Instructed manager to discard approximately 20lbs and $200 of product. All cold tcs food must maintain 41f or below during storage, preparation, display, and service. Priority citation issued 7-38-005
3. 40
  Personal cleanliness
  Observed food handlers prepping food without hair restraints. Instructed person in charge that all food handlers must wear a hair restraint.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed food debris and spills on the floors and surfaces throughout the facility. Instructed to detail clean under all shelving units, interior of prep dish area, around dish machine, prep tables and all cooking equipment to remove spills, food debris, dirt buildup and/or grease. Instructed to increase cleaning frequency and maintain at all times.
Dunkin Donuts1550 W Garfield Blvd · Restaurant
22 days agoConditional
1. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Found 60 lbs of milk/ dairy coffee creamer held at 54.4f in walk-in cooler, instructed to hold cold tcs foods at 41f or lower. Priority violation 7-38-005. Food discarded valued at $60.
2. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Found walk-in cooler air temperature at 52.4f, cooler is used to store several tcs foods, instructed to maintain all coolers temperature at 41f or lower. Priority violation 7-38-005. Cooler tagged not allowed to use. Must contact the office of cdph for tag removal request.
Rangoli2421 W North Ave · Restaurant
22 days agoConditional
1. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed improper cold holding temperatures of tcs foods inside of the walk-in cooler. Observed cooked chicken from previous night internal temperatures ranging from 44.6f-45.5f. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 15# of food worth $400.00. Instructed manager, tcs foods must maintain cold holding temperature of 41.0f or colder and hot holding temperature of above 135f at all times.priority violation 7-38-005, citation issued.
2. 29
  Compliance with variance/specialized process/HACCP
  Observed facility making yogurt on site without cdph review and approved HACCP plan.instructed management to have an approved HACCP plan for special process.management voluntarily discarded approximately 15 gallons of yogurt worth $200.00.priority foundation violation 7-38-005, citation issued.
3. 32
  Variance obtained for specialized processing methods
  Observed no cdph approved HACCP plan on the premises for special process yogurt making on site. Instructed management to provide an approved HACCP plan before making said special process.priority foundation violation 7-38-005.see violation #29 for citation.
4. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Observed bulk containers in the kitchen prep area without a label.instructed to provide the common name on all bulk containers to properly identify item. (salt, sugar, flour etc).
5. 44
  Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
  Instructed to properly store and invert multi-use kitchen metal containers to prevent contamination before use and maintain.
6. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed chipped paint and rust on the wire storage racks in the walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to remove chipped paint and rust and repaint or replace the shelves and maintain.
7. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Instructed manager to detail clean the interior of the microwaves and prep coolers and the grease buildup inside of the deep fryer and maintain.
8. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed water leaks in the following areas:at far right drainpipe underneath the 3-compartment sink and drainpipe underneath the hand sink inside the mens washroom.instructed to repair plumbing leaks and maintain.
9. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Instructed to replace waterstained ceiling tiles inside the mens washroom and maintain.
Erick Solorio Academy High School5400 S St Louis Ave · School
25 days agoFail
1. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  Observed all necessary items not on premises for complying with procedure available on site when employees respond to vomitting or diarrheal events. Instructed to follow written procedure for employees to follow when responding to vomitting or diarrheal events. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued
2. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed improper minimum water temperatures ranging between 73.8-75.2f at handwashing sinks in facility, observed improper minimum water temperatures at handwashing sinks in boy's, girls and all gender staff washrooms on second and third floor on northside of building.. Instructed a handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100f through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Priority violation 7-38-030(c) no citation issued.
3. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no paper towels in all gender staff washrooms on north and south sides of third floor. Instructed hand drying provisions shall be provided at handwashing sinks at al times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) no citation issued
4. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed cold tcs foods, held at improper temperatures ranging between 52.3-54.9f. Observed cold tcs foods, chicken(54.9f), yogurt(52.3f) and cheese sticks(53.1f) held at improper temperature. Instructed all cold tcs food must be held at 41f or below. Corrected on site manager voluntarily discarded and denatured food valued at $30 weighing 5lbs priority violation 7-38-005 no citation issued
5. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Observed two door refrigerator at improper ambient temperature of 50.6f. Instructed all cold holding units must be maintained at 41f or below. Corrected on site held for inspection tag placed on two door refrigerator. Priority violation 7-38-005 no citation issued
6. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed approximately 20 mouse droppings in storage room(old dishroom). Instructed to eliminate rodent activity in facility, recommended pest control service facility on or after 9/18/2026 to eliminate rodent activity. Instructed to clean affected areas. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(a) no citation issued
7. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Observed no tissue in wheel chair accessible stall in third floor southside boy's washroom. Instructed a supply of tissue shall be provided at each toilet. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010 no citation issued.
8. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Observed non working lights in hood. Instructed to replace or repair all non working lights in hood to increase light intensity and maintain.
9. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Observed dust on interior of hood. Instructed to clean interior of hood and maintain.

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