Chicago Pickle Eatery

1308 N Milwaukee, Chicago, IL 60622

American

Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026

Score

High Risk

The inspection history at Chicago Pickle Eatery is still short, with only one visit logged. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 18, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean”, showing up three times.

Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 18, 2026

License

13 minor violations.

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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASH SIGNAGE AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE PREP AND BAR AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE ICE BIN INTERIOR IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE REACH IN WALK-IN COOLER, WALK-IN FREEZER, PREP COOLERS AND DISPLAY COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Inspector notes: OBSERVED A 1/4" GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE ENTRANCE DOOR OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A TIGHT-FITTING SEAL AT OUTER OPENING(S) TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS.

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE BUILDUP AT THE WALK-IN FREEZER FAN AND ON THE TOP SHELF OF SHELVING UNIT IN WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE EXCESS ICE.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON FAUCET AT THE UTILITY/MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN ALL-GENDER WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE.

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WASTE RECEPTACLE AT HANDWASHING SINKS WHERE DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWELS ARE PROVIDED IN FOOD PREP AREAS AND BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPOSED CEILING ABOVE THE FOOD PREP AREA(S). INSTRUCTED TO COVER/SEAL.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNNECCESSARY ITEMS AND EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS AND CLEAN.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: OBSERVED MOP STORED IMPROPERLY IN THE MOP SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY.

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BUILDUP OF DIRT/DEBRIS ON EXHAUST VENTILATION IN THE ALL-GENDER WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

Allergen training as required

Inspector notes: OBSERVED CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CERTIFICATE.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chicago Pickle Eatery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chicago Pickle Eatery on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What is the most common violation at Chicago Pickle Eatery?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chicago Pickle Eatery.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Chicago Pickle Eatery means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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