Clowns Pancake House
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
90
Score
Going back to 2010, Clowns Pancake House has 20 inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Feb 5, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
“Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” comes up most often, recorded 14 times in the inspection record.
Clowns Pancake House's latest score of 90 sits above the Chicago average of 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Ice cream scoop held in standing water at room temperature, instructed to keep according to health code, ie.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Wall behind prep table and gridle at rear kitchen area is made from unfished rough cinder blocks, instructed to provide smooth easily cleanable surface.
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90
Jan 6, 2025
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN AND DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER,DAMAGED FLOOR TILE UNDER REAR PREP TABLE,MISSING WALL TILES BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FRONT PREP AREA,HOLE IN LOWER WALL IN LOBBY AREA.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT REAR HAND SINK.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PAKAGE.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON LOWER SHELF OF REAR PREP TABLE.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLE,FRYER CABINETS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST SCRAPE CHIPPING PAINT ON WALLS BEHIND STEAM TABLE TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Feb 21, 2024
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE(SQUEEZE BOTTLES & SHAKERS
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 : MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN WALK IN COOLER,REAR PREP AREA AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE INTERIOR PANEL OF CHEST FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR AND WORN DOOR GASKET ON 2- DOOR REACH IN FREEZER.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 5-501.12 : MUST CLEAN AND REMOVE UNUSED PALLETS AND BLACK GARBAGE BAGS FROM OUTSIDE GARBAGE CORRAL AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES IN FRONT PREP AREA,MISSING & DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT PREP , DISH WASHING AND LOBBY,LOOSE WALL BASE IN WALK IN COOLER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: : 6-201.16 : MUST SCRAPE CHIPPING PAINT ON WALLS IN TOILET ROOM AND LOBBY AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN FOOD SPLATTER FROM WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Feb 14, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CONSUMER ADVISORY ON MENU MISSING THE REMINDER ON SEVERAL FOOD ITEMS THAT ARE RAW OR UNDERCOOKED.MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)
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Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 2-OZ. PRE-COOKED SAUSAGES AT 125.6F IN A PAN AT GRILL AND 10LBS. GYROS AT 77.2F ON SPIT .PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE. APPX. 10.2 LBS.$42.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2573818 4/6/23 NOT CORRECTED #57-2-102.13 :STILL OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATIONS HAVE EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO HAVE ALL EMPLOYEES RENEW FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATIONS.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REAR PREP AREA HAND SINK SLOW DRAINING MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE(SQUEEZE BOTTLES & SHAKERS)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES AND TABLES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN WALK IN COOLER,REAR PREP AREA AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON 1- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER,INTERIOR PANEL OF CHEST FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR AND WORN DOOR GASKET ON 2- DOOR REACH IN FREEZER.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINET,GRILL TABLE.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND REMOVE UNUSED PALLETS AND BLACK GARBAGE BAGS FROM OUTSIDE GARBAGE CORRAL AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES IN FRONT PREP AREA,MISSING & DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT PREP , DISH WASHING AND LOBBY,LOOSE WALL BASE IN WALK IN COOLER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST SCRAPE CHIPPING PAINT ON WALLS IN TOILET ROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD SPLATTER FROM WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 6, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FAN COVERS INSIDE THE 2-DOOR COOLER AND PREP COOLER DIRTY. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE DUST.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE WALLS BEHIND THE REAR PREP TABLE NEED CLEANING, THE LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE PREP AREAS NEED CLEANING.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATIONS HAVE EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO HAVE ALL EMPLOYEES RENEW FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATIONS.
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May 5, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS OF INGREDIENTS NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME (FLOUR, SUGAR). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAMES.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON GROUND AROUND PUTSIDE GARBAGE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA AT ALL TIMES.
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Apr 1, 2021
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD TEMPERATURES OF (TCS) FOODS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. APPROX 40LBS OF COOKED POTATOES PREPARED 3/31/21 AT IMPROPER COLD TEMPERATURE OF 48.0F, AND APPROX 16LBS OF COOKED PORK SAUSAGE AT 45.0F,46.0F. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COLD FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. ALL FOODS WAS REMOVED AND DISCARDED BY PIC AT COST APPROX $ 100.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INTERIOR OF COOLER SHELVES NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA AND INSIDE WASHROOM NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Aug 5, 2020
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE WALK IN COOLER FLOORS,WALLS AND FAN COVER TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND DUST. ALSO MUST DEFROST AND CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN DEEP FREEZER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDERNEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELDS AND FIXTURES TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
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Nov 8, 2019
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ESTABLISHMENT SERVING BURGERS, STEAK AND EGGS THAT CAN BE PREPARED AND SERVED RAW OR UNDER COOKED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY TO ALL MENUS WITH THE WARNING AND AN ASTERISK ON ALL FOOD THAT CAN BE PREPARED RAW OR UNDER COOKED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BOXES OF FOOD STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE 6 INCHES OR MORE OFF THE FLOOR AND MAINTAIN
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE UTILITY SINK.INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINING SLOW. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED TO RENEW AND MAINTAIN
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Dec 4, 2018
Routine
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO IMPLEMENT A POLICY IN WHICH ALL MANAGERS, FOOD AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEES ACKNOWLEDGE THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES FOR REPORTING ANY ILLNESSES THAT IS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO IMPLEMENT A PROCEDURE AND PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY SUPPLIES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: FOUND A VARIETY OF RTE TCF FOODS STORED IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND IN THE REACH IN COOLERS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL PRODUCT THAT HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM IT ORIGINAL PACKAGING OR PREPARED IN ANY WAY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE REAR HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: FOUND THE WIPING CLOTHS NOT PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION IN BETWEEN USES. MAINATAIN
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: FOUND THE RUBBER GASKETS ON THE REACH IN FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: FOUND THE INTERIOR OF THE FRYERS, THE SHELVES IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND THE RUBBER GASKETS ON THE COOLERS/FREEZERS WITH FOOD, DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND FOOD, DUST AND DIRT ON THE WALLS AND CEILING IN THE FRONT/REAR AROUND THE COOLERS/COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE HOLDERS MUST TAKE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AND PROVIDE PROOF.
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Jun 15, 2017
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS BEHING COOKING EQUIPMENT,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE A PREP AREAS
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Jun 21, 2016
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.
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Oct 30, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: UNDERNEATH HANDLES AT PREP COOLER NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALL IN REAR PREP AREA NOT CLEAN, SPLASHED WITH FOOD DEBRIS. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LOOSE HANDLES AT REAR EXPOSED HANDSINK. REPAIR HANDLES. MISSING STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. PROVIDE STOPPERS.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MISSING METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR FOOD HANDLERS. PROVIDE SAME.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. INSTD TO PROVIDE SAME.
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Oct 25, 2012
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING AND CRACKED FLOOR TILES FRONT WAITING AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NEED RUNNING DIPPER WELL, HAND DIPPED ICE CREAM.
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Oct 11, 2012
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM UNDER FRONT GRILL LOWER STORAGE TABLE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND SANITIZE REAR MIXER.CLEAN ALL DUSTY FANGUARD COVERS IN COOLER AND WALK-IN COOLER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING AND CRACKED FLOOR TILES FRONT WAITING ROOM.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NEED TO CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS FRONT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PREMISES SERVES HAND DIPPED ICECREAM NEED TO PROVIDE A DIPPER WELL.
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Aug 11, 2011
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL ALL OPENINGS AND HOLES IN WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA (UNDER VENTILATION HOOD,NEAR ELECTRICAL PANEL, ETC). REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN FRONT AREAS.
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Aug 3, 2011
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED 3 LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON ELECTRICAL OUTLET ALONG WEST WALL AND FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA, 2 LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON TELEPHONE WIRES AND FLOOR ALONG EAST WALL BEHIND FRONT COUNTER IN FRONT PREP AREA. OBSERVED 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON LEDGE ALONG WEST WALL NEAR ELECTRICAL PANEL NEAR REAR DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. INSTALL 16 MESH SCREEN ON VENT ALONG NORTH WALL ABOVE UTILITY SINK TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL FRYER CABINETS, GRILL, VENTILATION HOOD, SINKS, ETC.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE AND OFFICE AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER 3-COMP SINK AND HOLES IN WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN FRONT AREAS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. REMOVE DUCT TAPE ON DRAINPIPES AND REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMP SINK. PROPERLY CONNECT DRAINPIPE UNDER UTILITY SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT/ARTICLES AND ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Apr 27, 2011
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER 3-COMP SINK AND HOLES IN WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN FRONT AREAS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. REMOVE DUCT TAPE ON DRAINPIPES AND REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMP SINK.
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Apr 6, 2011
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER 3-COMP SINK AND HOLES IN WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN FRONT AREAS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. REMOVE DUCT TAPE ON DRAINPIPES AND REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMP SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. SEPARATE BLEACH AND SOAP FROM CONDIMENTS, FLOUR, CORN MEAL, ETC AND CLEAN MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT (POTS, PANS, CONTAINERS) UNDER PREP TABLE IN REAR. REMOVE DRILL, HAMMER AND BOARDS OFF CANNED GOODS IN REAR STORAGE.
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Mar 5, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. NON-TOXIC PAINT SHELVES ABOVE PREP TABLES (CHIPPED PAINT).
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR OF FRYER CABINETS (GREASE BUILDUP), SHELVES ABOVE PREP TABLES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN OFFICE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ELECTRICAL OUTLETS, ETC IN ALL AREAS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. REMOVE ALL ITEMS INSIDE UTILITY SINK. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING. ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AND OFFICE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Clowns Pancake House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Clowns Pancake House on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains 20 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Clowns Pancake House?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 14 times, more than any other issue at Clowns Pancake House.
Has Clowns Pancake House's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Clowns Pancake House have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Clowns Pancake House 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 Clowns Pancake House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Clowns Pancake House is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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