Ch Distillery
Last inspected: Oct 28, 2025
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Score
Ch Distillery has been inspected 16 times since 2013. The most recent visit was on Oct 28, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.
“Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Oct 28, 2025
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING.MUST PROVIDE.
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Oct 8, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING.MUST PROVIDE.
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Oct 17, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Keeping spoons and utensils in stagnant water at room temperature, Instructed to store utensils in-use according to health code, ie.
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Sep 13, 2023
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT THE FRONT HAND SINK IN THE BAR HOT LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS IN THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN 1-DOOR COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A SLOW DRAINING OF WATER AT THE REAR HAND SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
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Mar 22, 2019
Complaint
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO CLEAN UP KIT OR PROCEDURES ONSITE FOR VOMITING OR DIARRHEA EVENTS . INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE KIT AND POST PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ONSITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE CITY'S HEALTH FORM OR SIMILAR DOCUMENTS USED TO DEMONSTRATE COMPLIANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD CONTAINERS WITH COMMON FOOD NAMES WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL PACKAGING, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET ON 3-COMP SINK IN REAR, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. ALSO, SWEEP DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE OR ORGANIZE EXCESSIVE CLUTTER WHERE THE HVAC EQUIPMENT IS LOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ARE REQUIRED FOR EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE THE ONLINE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE.
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Feb 22, 2018
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed ceiling leaking near dry goods shelving unit in basement dry storage area. Instructed manager to find source, repair and maintain at all times.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Observed 2 door refrigerator in back dishwasher/ prep area without visible thermometers. Instructed manager to provide. Maintain at all times.
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Feb 8, 2018
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: Facilities not maintaining proper temperature. Observed 1 door cooler at front bar, at improper temperature of 53.6, holding potentially hazardous foods. Tagged cooler held for inspection by cdph. Instructed not to use. Instructed to repair and maintain at 40f or below. Critical violation # 7-38-005(a)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: Observed potentially hazardous food stored, in 1 door refrigerator, at front bar, at improper temperature of: 53.9f, 2lbs brie, at a value of $25.00 57.2f, 2lbs sliced salami, at a value of $35.00 53.5f, 3lbs of blue gouda cheese, at a value of $39.00 53.5f, 4.5 white cheddar cheese, at a value of $60.00 Manager stated total weight of 11.5lbs at approximately value of $159.00 Manager voluntarily discarded/denatured said food. Instructed to keep all cold food at 40 f or below and hot food at 140 or above. Critical violation 7-38-005(a)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed door sweep on rear exit door slightly skewed but considered rodent proof. Instructed manager to adjust. Maintain at all times.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed ceiling leaking near dry goods shelving unit in basement dry storage area. Instructed manager to find source, repair and maintain at all times.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Observed 2 door refrigerator in back dishwasher/ prep area without visible thermometers. Instructed manager to provide. Maintain at all times.
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Jun 23, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed excessive dirt build up inside dust pans in kitchen area, stored near utility sink. Must detail clean dust pans before overnight storage. Must maintain same. Observed clear, sticky residue on beer glass rinsers on the bar. Must detail clean and sanitize. Must maintain same.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed excessive dirt build up under equipment in the bar, on the floor. Must pull out all equipment and detail clean and sanitize area. Must maintain same. Observed black slimy substance on drain cover in bar. Must detail clean and sanitize.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed excessive staining and dirt build up on walls under ice well in front bar. Must detail clean and sanitize this area. Must maintain same.
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Dec 22, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED GRAYISH RESIDUE ON THE FRONT SIDES OF THE UPPER AND LOWER DROP PLATES IN THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 4-5 SMALL PIPE OPENINGS LEAKING FROM THE CEILING IN THE BASEMENT NEAR THE PLASTIC CONTAINER STORAGE RACKS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE LEAKS.
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May 31, 2016
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (CHEESE) AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 50 DEGREES. APPROX. 1.5 LBS OF CHEESE WORTH $35 WAS VOLUNTARILY DENATURED AND DISCARDED BY THE OPERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT 40 DEGREES OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY AND SERVICE. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-005(A)
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Dec 18, 2015
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKY OVERHEAD PIPE IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CRATES IN THE MOP SINK CLOSET AND PROVIDE MORE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE. PROPERLY STORE ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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Mar 4, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED BROKEN LIDS AT TWO OF THE CONDIMENT CONTAINERS IN THE BAR PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR TOP PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR AND THE FLOOR DRAIN UNDERNEATH THE DISH MACHINE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS UNDERNEATH THE DISH MACHINE.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MINIMIZE CLUTTER IN STORAGE AREAS AND MOP SINK CLOSET. MUST STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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Oct 9, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL BULK FOODS MUST BE LABELED.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: METAL MIXING BOWLS MUST BE STORED INVERTED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE VENTILATION ABOVE ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT. OBSERVED LARGE POTS, PANS. RAW SHRIMP, BEEF, SAUSAGE AND SHELLFISH IS COOLERS ALONG WITH COOKED AND COOLED BEEF. PREPARED STOCK IN FREEZER. OBSERVED FLAT GRILLS AND SEVERAL INDUCTION HOT PLATES IN VARIOUS FOOD PREP AREAS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES MUST NOT STORE BICYCLES IN VARIOUS DRY STORAGE AREAS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.
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Apr 4, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE HOT AND COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT ON SITE FOR CATERING OPERATION. MUST PROVIDE MORE DETAILED INFORMATION IN REGARDS TO HOW FOOD ITEMS WILL BE TRANSPORTED FOR CATERING. MAY NOT PARTICIPATE IN CATERING OPERATION UNTIL VIOLATION CORRECTED. (NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: NOTED EQUIPMENT ON SITE USED TO VACUUM PACKAGE FOOD ITEMS. MUST OBTAIN WRITTEN APPROVAL FROM THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH PRIOR TO PACKAGING FOODS IN A REDUCED OXYGEN ATMOSPHERE.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT ALL MULTI USE ITEMS IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COVERS FOR THE CONSUMABLE ICE BINS BEHIND THE BAR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER IN MOP SINK ROOM IN BASEMENT.
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Jun 20, 2013
License
1 minor violation.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED OPENINGS IN RAW WOOD CEILING ABOVE FRONT BAR PREP AREA. MUST BE SEAL, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Apr 24, 2013
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ch Distillery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ch Distillery on file is from Oct 28, 2025. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ch Distillery?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Ch Distillery.
Has Ch Distillery's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Ch Distillery have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Ch Distillery 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 Ch Distillery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ch Distillery is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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