Bale Sandwich and Bakery
Across the available record, Bale Sandwich and Bakery has 32 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 1, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly five violations before.
“Insects, rodents, & animals not present” comes up most often, recorded 12 times in the inspection record.
Bale Sandwich and Bakery's latest score of 70 falls below the Chicago average of 81. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bale Sandwich and Bakery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bale Sandwich and Bakery on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains 32 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bale Sandwich and Bakery?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited 12 times, more than any other issue at Bale Sandwich and Bakery.
Has Bale Sandwich and Bakery's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Bale Sandwich and Bakery have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Bale Sandwich and Bakery means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Bale Sandwich and Bakery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bale Sandwich and Bakery is inspected around two times per year on average.