Beatrix
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
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Score
Across the available record, Beatrix has 17 inspections on file, the first dated 2015. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 7, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately compared to roughly zero violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “non-food/food contact surfaces clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.
Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Complaint
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES BETWEEN 44.5 F AND 45.0 F INSIDE PANTRY REACH IN COOLER- CHICKEN AND COLESLAW. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TCS FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 41.0 F OR BELOW IF HELD COLD. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. ALL OUT OF TEMPERATURE TCS FOODS VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED. FOODS DISCARDED WEIGHT- 11 LBS, VALUED AT $12.00. SAID PANTRY REACH IN COOLER AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE AT 41.0 F.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLIGHT BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE UPPER PORTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME REACH IN PREP COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS TORN/RIPPED ALONG COOKLINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REPLACE/REPAIR DAMAGED COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST BUILD UP ON SOME COOLERS CONDENSERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN COOLERS CONDENSERS AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 21, 2025
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE/FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVEDIN DISH AREA 1 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH SPRAYER LEAKING FROM PIPES, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 13, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COMBO SINK WITH THE DUMP SINK ATTACHED TO THE BACK OF THE HAND WASHING SINK IN BARISTA STATION. CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH DOES NOT ACCEPT COMBO SINKS, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE OR REPLACE WITH SINGLE EXPOSED SINK, ACCORDING TO FOOD CODE STANDARDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C).NO CITATION ISSUED
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE/FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVEDIN DISH AREA 1 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH SPRAYER LEAKING FROM PIPES, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 30, 2024
Complaint
No violations found.
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Jul 30, 2024
Complaint
No violations found.
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Jul 11, 2024
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WATER UNDERNEATH THE DISH WASHING MACHINE WHERE A LEAKY PIPE IS SEEN. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AREA.
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Jul 2, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 25 LIVE FLIES SCATTERED IN THE BAR AREA ON THE WALLS UNDERNEATH THE COUNTER. MUST REMOVE AND DETAIL CLEAN FFECTED AREA. CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-020(A).
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR SHELVING OF ALL PREP COOLERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND /OR DEBRIS.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WATER UNDERNEATH THE DISH WASHING MACHINE WHERE A LEAKY PIPE IS SEEN. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING AROUND, BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE. ALSO CLEAN THE FLOOR AND WALLS IN THE DISH WASHING AREA.
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Oct 11, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: No irreversible thermometer no heat strips on site for high temp dish washing machine. Instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-025.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Missing thermometer in several coolers and hot holding cabinet instructed to provide.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Bulk food container ( sugar ) not labeled, instructed to label.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Upper panel of ice maker not clean, noted mold like substance starting to form, instructed to clean and maintain.
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May 17, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Obstructed Hand wash sink at coffee/bar station, found 3 brushes glass scrubber placed in hand wash sink, instructed to keep all hand wash sinks free from any utensils. priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c)
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Food containers ( fresh cheese ) not labeled in walk-in cooler, also spry bottle in main kitchen with no label. instructed to label and maintain.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Scoop stored in standing water at runners station, instructed to keep under running water.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: loose fine wires food strainer, instructed not to use any utensils that's in disrepair.
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Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: Condensation noted in walk-in cooler cooling lines where insulation is damaged. instructed to repair and maintain.
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May 3, 2021
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: FOUND NO THERMOMETER IN WALK-IN COOLER LOCATED NEXT TO MARKET AREA. MUST PROVIDE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: FOUND LIME AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP INSIDE HOT WATER SANITIZING DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY DUST BUILDUP ON VENT IN FAMILY RESTROOM. MUST CLEAN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MULTIPLE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Jan 24, 2020
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HAND WASHING SIGNS IN TOILET ROOMS, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLERS IN KITCHEN WITH LONG BEARD NOT WEARING A BEARD GUARD, INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLERS WEAR PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: SODA GUN HOLDER AT COFFEE STATION NOT DRAINING, INSTRUCTED REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSULATION FOR COLD LINES IN WALK-IN COOLER IN POOR REPAIR, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 3, 2019
Suspected Food Poisoning
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ABOUT 50 LBS OF SEVERAL SEALED BAGS OF FOODS STORED IN WALK-IN COOLER THAT WERE PACKAGED ON SITE USING COOK CHILL SPECIAL PROCESS ACCORDING TO CHEF. NO APPROVED HACCP PLAN, NO VARIANCE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MGR TO DISCONTINUE SUCH PROCESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. FOOD DISCARDED VALUED AT $200.
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Variance obtained for specialized processing methods
Inspector notes: REFER TO VIOLATION #29 FOR DESCRIPTION.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT, INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: FOUND FOOD UTENSILS STORED IN CONTAINER OF STANDING WATER, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP IN A CLEAN DRY CONTAINER OR SURFACE.
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Jul 24, 2018
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jul 16, 2018
Suspected Food Poisoning
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE A EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AND KEEP ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: NO CONSUMER ADVISORY WITH DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON PREMISES/MENU. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE A CONSUMER ADVISORY WITH DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON PREMISES/MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 20 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS AND CEILING TILES AT DISHWASH AREA AND 10 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS AND CEILING TILES AROUND ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE INSECT ACTIVITY BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. ADVISED TO CALL PEST CONTROL OPERATOR FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST BUILD/FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS AROUND DISHMACHINE ALSO OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING TILES AROUND CEILING VENTILATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN WALLS AND CEILING TILES.
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Apr 5, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DUSTY PIPES IN WALK-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: WATER POOLING UNDER ICE MAKER AT REAR,INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE STAGNET WATER.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FAMILY TOILET ROOM NOT VENTED, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A MECHANICAL VENTILATION.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ALL LIVE PLANTS IN FOOD PREP/ DISPLAY AREAS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS WITH BEARD NOT WEARING BEARD RESTRAINT, INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
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May 6, 2016
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES: FOUND A CONTAINER OF COOKED CHICKEN IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AT 55.1F DATED YESTERDAY 5/5/16 AND 4 CARTONS OF EGGS OUT ON THE FOOD LINE AT 66.7F. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 10# OF WORTH APPROXIMATELY $50. CRITICAL VIOLATIONS 7-38-005A
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DUST BUILDUP ON THE CEILING TILES AROUND THE CEILING VENT ABOVE THE FOOD LINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHT THE KITCHEN TO REMOVE GRIME AND PREVENT FUTURE FRUIT FLY HARBORAGE AREAS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAK UNDER THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT A PLUMBER TO REPAIR SINK AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 17, 2015
License
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: SEAL RAW WOOD AROUND SALAD BAR, HOT BAR, AND PREPARED FOOD BAR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS IN THE FORM OF LADDERS, CARTS AND OTHER EQUIPMENT, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Beatrix last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Beatrix on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains 17 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Beatrix?
Across the inspection record, “non-food/food contact surfaces clean” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Beatrix.
Has Beatrix's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Beatrix have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Beatrix 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 Beatrix inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Beatrix is inspected around two times per year on average.
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