Chef Thiago

3307 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60657

Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

The inspection history at Chef Thiago is still short, with only two visits logged. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 14, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly four violations earlier in the record.

Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Chef Thiago is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 14, 2026

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Apr 8, 2026

License

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY EQUIPMENT FOR COLD HOLDING IN DISREPAIR. NOTED REACH IN PREP COOLER TO BE AT IMPROPER AT 55.7F. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR OR REPLACE FOR PROPER COLD HOLDING OF 41 DEGREES F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH NO FAUCET AND NO FLOWING WATER, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL FAUCET AND ENSURE WATER IS CONNECTED.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOLE IN FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

All food employees have food handler training

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chef Thiago last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chef Thiago on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

Has Chef Thiago's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Chef Thiago have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chef Thiago means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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