Bia's Cafeteria Marianao II
Last inspected: Sep 23, 2025
90
Score
The health department has logged 10 inspections at Bia's Cafeteria Marianao II, the earliest from 2019. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 23, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
“Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing 10 times across the record.
Bia's Cafeteria Marianao II's latest score of 90 sits above the Chicago average of 81. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Sep 23, 2025
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE DEPOSITS ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES AND COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NOTED EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFCATES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO UPDATE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE.
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90
Feb 7, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN PREMISES BY ORGANIZING CLUTTER IN KITCHEN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MINOR FOOD SPILLS INSIDE PREP COOLER AND GASKETS IN MAIN PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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90
Jul 22, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NUMEROUS MILK CRATES STORED OUTSIDE BY OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER AREA AND MICE DROPPINGS ON GROUND. MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS FROM PREMISES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE OIL TANK CONTAINER WITH HEAVY GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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90
Jul 13, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND STORING PITCHER OF WATER AND CUPS INSIDE THE HANDWASHING SINK AT FRONT COFFEE/PREP AREA,WHILE FOOD HANDLER ACTIVELY PREPARING COFFEE BEVERAGES.HANDWASHING SINKS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES AND USED FOR HAND WASHING ONLY.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C),CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH THE HANDWASHNG SINK NEXT TO THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILD-UP AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Sep 23, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE.
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Nov 8, 2021
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT NEWLY INSTALLED HAND SINK AT FRONT PREP AREA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE SHELFS IN WALK-IN-COOLER TO REMOVE DRIED UP MOLD LIKE DEBRIS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF HANGING GREASE/DUST BUILD-UP.
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Aug 3, 2021
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HANDSINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER EQUIPPED WITH HAND SOAP AND HAND DRYING DEVICE OR PAPER TOWEL ADJACENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C),CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE INSIDE REACH-IN FREEZER. MUST USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO BETTER MAINTAIN THE EXTERIOR ENCLOSURE AND REMOVE WOODEN PALLET WITH BOXED DEBRIS LITTER DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE UTILITY MOP SINK ROOM AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE MOPS,BROOMS CLEANING EQUIPMENTS OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES TO FACILITATE CLEANING.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF DUSTS ON CEILING VENTILATION COVERS IN WASHROOM AND CUSTOMER DINING AREA.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER ON SITE WITH EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 18, 2020
Reinspection
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HANDSINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER EQUIPPED WITH HAND SOAP AND HAND DRYING DEVICE OR PAPER TOWEL ADJACENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030 (C) NO CITATION ISSUED
10
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS INSIDE COOLERS. MUST IDENTIFY PRODUCT SHELF LIFE OR "CONSUME BY" DATING (7 DAYS FROM PREPARATION DATE). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: NOTED REAR EXIT BOTTOM DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOFED RIGHT CORNER OF BOTTOM DOOR.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN KITCHEN HOOD AND FILTERS WITH DUST AND GREASE ACCUMULATION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR REFINISH CUTTING BOARD WITH DEEP SEAMS AND STAIN ON TOP OF PREP COOLER IN PREP/COOKING AREA.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO FIX SLOW DRAINING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE NOT LOCATED BEHIND ESPRESSO MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SO THAT IT CAN BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING. NO MILK/SODA CRATES. MUST USE PROPER RAISED SHELVES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING IN ACCORDANCE WITH PA 100-0367 ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Mar 11, 2020
Routine
4 major violations. 13 minor violations.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND REAR OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED, NOT CLEAN WITH EXCESSIVE GARBAGE/LITTER ON GROUND AND ALSO FOUND EXTERIOR OF GREASE BOX ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE AROUND TOP COVER/LID. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (B) CITATION ISSUED
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: FOUND NO INSPECTION SUMMARY (01-25-2019) REPORT POSTED ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, A SUMMARY REPORT MUST BE DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010 (b) CITATION ISSUED
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS INSIDE COOLERS. MUST IDENTIFY PRODUCT SHELF LIFE OR "CONSUME BY" DATING (7 DAYS FROM PREPARATION DATE). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
23
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HANDSINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER EQUIPPED WITH HAND SOAP AND HAND DRYING DEVICE OR PAPER TOWEL ADJACENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030 (C) NO CITATION ISSUED
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: NOTED REAR EXIT BOTTOM DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOFED RIGHT CORNER OF BOTTOM DOOR.
38
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN KITCHEN HOOD AND FILTERS WITH DUST AND GREASE ACCUMULATION.
47
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
36
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR REFINISH CUTTING BOARD WITH DEEP SEAMS AND STAIN ON TOP OF PREP COOLER IN PREP/COOKING AREA.
47
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO FIX SLOW DRAINING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA.
48
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE NOT LOCATED BEHIND ESPRESSO MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SO THAT IT CAN BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREP/COOKING AND STORAGE AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING. NO MILK/SODA CRATES. MUST USE PROPER RAISED SHELVES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENT COVER WITH EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION ABOVE REAR DINING AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS STORED INSIDE MOP ROOM AND INSIDE OFFICE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: ALL CLEANING EQUIPMENT (MOPS, BROOMS ETC) MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER (S) WITH INCOMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. INFORMATION GIVEN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING IN ACCORDANCE WITH PA 100-0367 ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Jan 25, 2019
License
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP POLICY/KIT ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A CLEAN UP POLICY/KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DRAINBOARD AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL A DRAINBOARD ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. CORE VIOLATION.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LIGHT SHIELDS OVER FOOD PREP AREA OF HOT LINE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL LIGHT SHIELDS. CORE VIOLATION.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bia's Cafeteria Marianao II last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bia's Cafeteria Marianao II on file is from Sep 23, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bia's Cafeteria Marianao II?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at Bia's Cafeteria Marianao II.
Has Bia's Cafeteria Marianao II's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bia's Cafeteria Marianao II have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Bia's Cafeteria Marianao II means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Bia's Cafeteria Marianao II inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bia's Cafeteria Marianao II is inspected around two times per year on average.
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