Cosi
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026
61
Score
Across the available record, Cosi has 30 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 10, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to nine violations.
Looking across the full record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” is the recurring theme, flagged 13 times.
That's lower than the typical Chicago restaurant, which scores around 81. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 10, 2026
Reinspection
10 minor violations.
View 10 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,ETC)
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.12 : OBSERVED SCOOPS STORED INSIDE OF READY TO EAT DRY GOODS MUST REMOVE AND STORE IN PROPER MANNER TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: 4-204.118 : OBSERVED DETERGENT AND SANITIZER HOSES TO LONG DOWN INSIDE OF 3- COMPARTMENT SINK WITH WATER MUST MAKE SHORTER TO PREVENT BACKFLOW SIPHONAGE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP AND DUST FROM ALL USED AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT,SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS, WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS & FAN GUARD COVERS,ROLLING CARTS,ICE DISPENSER ON SODA MACHINE
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DUMP SINK FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER,DAMAGED WALL BASES IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.MUST GROUT FLOOR OUTSIDE OF STAFF TOILET ROOM.MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE CAULKING AROUND BASE OF GREASE TRAP OF 3- COMP SINK TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: : 6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP AND SPLATTER FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT ALL PREP & DISH WASHING AREAS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP & DIRT FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES ,WALK IN COOLER AND FLOOR DRAINS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-202.11 : MUST REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 3, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES BY MALE FOOD HANDLER LEFT FRONT PREP AREA CAME BACK WITH A PACKAGE OF WRAPPING PAPER IN WHICH HE HAD TO PUSH SWINGING DOOR TO EXIT AND ENTER BACK AND FORTH TO PREP AREA,THEN PUT ON PLASTIC GLOVES AND GOT A BAGEL FROM PLASTIC BREAD BAG TO MAKE SANDWICH WITHOUT WASHING HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAIMINATION.(PRIORITY 7-38-010)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 20LBS. COOKED CHICKEN STRIPS AT 72.0F INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 20LBS.$20.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2608415 12/4/24 NOT CORRECTED #47-4-501.12 : MUST REFINISH OR PROVIDE NEW CUTTING BOARD AT THE SANDWICH PREP STATION.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)
3
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INADEQUATE FOOD PROTECTION OF BOTH INTERIOR PANELS OF ICE MACHINE WITH EXCESSIVE BLACK AND BLUE SLIMY BUILD UP SUBSTANCE DRIPPING AND MAKING OF ICE INSIDE OF MACHINE FOR CONSUMPTION. MUST DISCARD ICE,CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE MACHINES AND MAINTAIN.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON ICE MACHINES ONCE CLEANED & MAINTAINED EMAIL:FOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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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,ETC)
37
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SCOOPS STORED INSIDE OF READY TO EAT DRY GOODS MUST REMOVE AND STORE IN PROPER MANNER TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PLASTIC WEAR LAYING DOWN IN DIFFERENT DIRECTION IN CONTAINERS MUST STORE WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.
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Gloves used properly
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER USAGE OF GLOVES BY MALE FOOD HANDLER.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DETERGENT AND SANITIZER HOSES TO LONG DOWN INSIDE OF 3- COMPARTMENT SINK WITH WATER MUST MAKE SHORTER TO PREVENT BACKFLOW SIPHONAGE.
48
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP AND DUST FROM ALL USED AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT,SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS, WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS & FAN GUARD COVERS,ROLLING CARTS,ICE DISPENSER ON SODA MACHINE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DUMP SINK FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR IN FRONT PREP AREA.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER,DAMAGED WALL BASES IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.MUST GROUT FLOOR OUTSIDE OF STAFF TOILET ROOM.MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE CAULKING AROUND BASE OF GREASE TRAP OF 3- COMP SINK TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP AND SPLATTER FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT ALL PREP & DISH WASHING AREAS.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP & DIRT FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES ,WALK IN COOLER AND FLOOR DRAINS.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.
56
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 4, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REFINISH OR PROVIDE NEW CUTTING BOARD AT THE SANDWICH PREP STATION.
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Jan 26, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS ON THE BOTTOM SHELVING UNDERNEATH COFFEE STATION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEAD INSECTS AND CLEAN AREA.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SALAD BOWLS STORED FACING UP ON TOP OFSALAD PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT BOWLS TO PROTECT FROM OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: UNABLE TO LOCATE AND VERIFY FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FROM FOOD EMPLOYEES DURING INSPECTION. ANY FOOD EMPLOYEE THAT IS NOT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST OBTAIN A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATION. MUST PROVIDE AND KEEP CERTIFICATES ON SITE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE FOR CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
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Jul 27, 2023
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jul 19, 2023
Suspected Food Poisoning
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Obstructed hand wash sink at front prep area. observed an employee rinsing utensils in hand wash sink. Instructed manager not to use hand sinks for other than hands washing. priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c)
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: No certified food service manager on site, No certificate posted while handling and serving TCS foods ( chicken, deli meat, Hummus...) instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Broken faucet for hand wash sink at rear prep/ dish washing area, both hot and cold knobs not functioning. instructed to repair. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c).
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Food handlers not wearing hair restraint in prep area, instructed to wear.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Floor of walk-in cooler uneven, broken floor plates, instructed to repair and maintain.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Missing a splash guard at front hand wash sink, instructed to install.
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Jun 12, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: No hot/cold water running provided to rear prep/dishwashing area, water was shut off form bottom valve. Instructed manager to provide. Priority violation 7-38-030(c).
10
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: No Certified Food service manager on site while handling and serving TCS foods ( chicken, deli meat...) instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
1
74
May 16, 2022
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPARING FOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPARING FOOD.
40
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDWASHING FAUCET IN THE FRONT LOOSE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CEILING TILE MISSING IN THE REAR BY WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT BUILDUP ON THE VENT IN THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENT.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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74
May 12, 2022
Reinspection
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2555303 ISSUED ON 05-05-2022. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.#48 OBSERVED WASTE WATER LEAKING PROFUSELY (INTO BUS PAN) FROM DRAIN PIPE FROM 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO GREASETRAP. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPARING FOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPARING FOOD.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDWASHING FAUCET IN THE FRONT LOOSE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CEILING TILE MISSING IN THE REAR BY WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT BUILDUP ON THE VENT IN THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMEN
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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May 5, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FRONT PREP COOLER NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE 51.0F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN COOLER AT 41F OR BELOW. PREP COOLER IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURES IN THE FRONT PREP COLD HOLDING UNIT, SUCH AS 5LBS OF TURKEY AT 45.6F, 1LBS OF COOKED CALUIFLOWER 47.6,5LBS OF COOKED CHICKEN AT 55.6F, 1LB OF BEEF AT 55.0F, 4LBS OF TUNASALAD AT 45.9F. MANAGER DISCARDED AND DENATURED A TOTAL 16LBS AT $126. ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW . PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SUMMARY REPORT POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION #2485114 DATED 2/23/2021. LEFT NEW SUMMARY AND INSTRUCTED TO POST FOR PUBLIC VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED (SUCH AS CHICKEN). INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED/SERVED. INSTRUCTED MUST POST A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATION IN PLAIN VIEW OF CUSTOMERS AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SOAP/CLEANSER AT THE HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED IN THE 3 COMPARTMENT AREA AND THE STORAGE AREA IN REAR. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS MAINTAIN HAND WASHING CLEANSER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS OR SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AT HAND WASHING SINK BY STORAGE AREA BY ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE.
10
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WASTE WATER LEAKING PROFUSELY (INTO BUS PAN) FROM DRAIN PIPE FROM 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO GREASETRAP. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPARING FOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPARING FOOD.
40
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDWASHING FAUCET IN THE FRONT LOOSE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CEILING TILE MISSING IN THE REAR BY WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT BUILDUP ON THE VENT IN THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENT.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Feb 23, 2021
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Found 20 lbs of deli meats, chicken salad, fresh mozzarella cheese held at 63.1f in front prep cooler, instructed manager to keep TCS foods stored at 41 f or lower. Priority violation 7-38-005. Food discarded valued at $250.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Found front prep cooler air temperature at 63.3f, cooler is used to hold deli meats, chicken, cheeses and other TCS foods, instructed to keep all coolers temperature at 41f or Lower. Priority violation 7-38-005. Cooler is tagged Not allowed to use. must contact the office of CDPH when repaired for tag removal request.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: No certified food service manager on site while handling and serving TCS foods ( deli meat, chicken...) instructed to obtain. priority foundation violation 7-38-012.
2
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Food handler not wearing hair restraint, instructed to wear.
40
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Rusty screw noted inside ice maker, instructed to use rust resistant screws inside ice maker.
47
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Missing a splash guard at front prep area hand wash sink, instructed to install.
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58
Mar 17, 2020
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT TIME/ TEMEPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (TCS): COOKED CHICKEN, COOKED SWEET POTATOES ETC. HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITHOUT DISCARD DATE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ANY READY-TO-EAT TCS FOODS HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FOUND SERVICE SINK INOPERABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Oct 28, 2019
Routine
4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWEL AT HANDSINK LOCATED ACROSS FROM THE ICE MACHINE. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT PAPER TOWELS MUST BE AVAILABLE AT HAND SINKS AT ALL TIMES. FOOD HANDLER OBTAINED PAPER TOWEL FOR HAND SINK DURING TIME OF INSPECTION PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD HANDLERS PREPARING AND HANDLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS WITHOUT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER AND CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE AND CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING AND OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: NOTED CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2185180 ON 7/27/18. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: (58) PA 100-0367: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE SIGNED COPIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: NOTED PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT KNOWLEDGE OF CURRENT FOOD CODE RULES NOT A CURRENT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: NOTED NO LABELS FOR BULK SUGAR AND RICE STORAGE CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE ALL BULK AND WORKING FOOD INGREDIENT CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH CONTENTS NAME.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA ATTACHED TO THE REAVH IN PREP COOLER WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING HOT/COLD WATER NOZZLES FOR THE UTILITY MOP SINK. FACILITY INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT, PROVIDE NOZZLES AND RUNNING WATER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LARGE OPENING/HOLE IN THE WALL LOCATED IN THE MANAGER OFFICE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WORKING EXHAUST VENTILATION FAN IN THE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A WORKING EXHAUST VENTILATION FAN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: REFER TO VIOLATION #60
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Aug 31, 2018
Consultation
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
2
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
5
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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Allergen training as required
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Jul 27, 2018
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEES USING HAND WASH SINK AT REAR PREP STATION FOR WASHING FOODS (ONIONS) SINK BASIN FILLED WITH ONION PEEL. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE HAND SINK FOR OTHER THAN HANDS WASHING. PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C)
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE, INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.A 90 day grace period was given for all new priority and priority foundation violations. Citations will be issued on the next inspection after the 90 day grace period for these violations. (New violations are marked with an asterisk*)
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO DIARRHEA/ VOMIT CLEANUP KIT ON SITE NO PROCEDURE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.A 90 day grace period was given for all new priority and priority foundation violations. Citations will be issued on the next inspection after the 90 day grace period for these violations. (New violations are marked with an asterisk*)
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.A 90 day grace period was given for all new priority and priority foundation violations. Citations will be issued on the next inspection after the 90 day grace period for these violations. (New violations are marked with an asterisk*)
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIDE FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE NO CERTIFICATE POSTED, INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PERSON IN CHARGE (PIC) UNABLE TO DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF FOOD CODE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE PIC GO THROW PROPER MANAGER CERTIFICATION AND TRAINING.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: UTENSILS IN USE STORED IN A STANDING WATER BUCKET, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP IN A DRY CLEAN CONTAINER, NO STANDING WATER.
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Dec 29, 2017
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MILK 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR DOOR IN POOR REPAIR, DOOR NOT ABLE TO CLOSE PROPERLY, LOCATED IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS BY THE SODA DRINK BOXES WITH ACCUMULATED SODA SYRUP ON THE FLOOR, OBSERVED FLOORS AROUND THE GREASE TRAP WITH ACCUMULATED DIRT DEBRIS AROUND GREASE TRAP LOCATED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL SAID AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST ON THE CEILING LOCATED IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP/CUSTOMER SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILE ABOVE THE BREAD PREP TABLE LOCATED IN THE MIDDLE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CEILING TILE AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 27, 2017
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND SINK NOT MAINTAINED WITH NO HOT OR COLD RUNNING WATER, EMPLOYEES ARE UNABLE TO WASH THEIR HANDS PROPERLY IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO WASH HANDS AT MIDDLE FOOD PREP AREA EXPOSED HAND SINK UNTIL REAR HAND SINK IS REPAIRED. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MILK 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR DOOR IN POOR REPAIR, DOOR NOT ABLE TO CLOSE PROPERLY, LOCATED IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS BY THE SODA DRINK BOXES WITH ACCUMULATED SODA SYRUP ON THE FLOOR, OBSERVED FLOORS AROUND THE GREASE TRAP WITH ACCUMULATED DIRT DEBRIS AROUND GREASE TRAP LOCATED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL SAID AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST ON THE CEILING LOCATED IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP/CUSTOMER SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILE ABOVE THE BREAD PREP TABLE LOCATED IN THE MIDDLE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CEILING TILE AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 9, 2017
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES, 14LBS OF YOGURT AT 46.3F-48.4F AND 30LBS OF CREAM CHEESE AT 46.8F-49.4F BOTH INSIDE OF A PREP COOLER INSIDE OF THE REAR PREP AREA, 8LBS OF CHICKEN AT 47.1F IN THE FRONT PREP AREA 3 DOOR COOLER, 2LBS OF RICE AT 47.5-50.4F AND 1 LB OF TOFU AT 46.6F BOTH IN A 2 DOOR PREP COOLER IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED APPROXIMATELY 55LBS OF FOOD VALUED AT $100. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COLD POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT 40.0F OR BELOW. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GASKETS ON THE FRONT PREP COOLERS AND THE REAR PREP COOLER TORN OR IN DISREPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE GASKETS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CEILING VENT WITH ACCUMULATED DUST NORTH OF THE FRONT PREP AREA HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL CEILING VENTS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE HANDLING FOOD.
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Oct 7, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Missing ceiling tiles in rear kitchen prep area, shall be replaced, provided.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Cutting boards that had deep cuts in kitchen prep areas, shall be replaced. Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint, shall be repaired/replaced. Caulk around 3 compartment sink, and exposed hand sinks in kitchen prep areas in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of ice machine(exterior), not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had excess food debris build up, needs detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors in rear kitchen areas by 3 compartment sink, prep tables,need re-grouting. Floors in rear kitchen areas under storage shelving, not clean, had excess debris accumulation, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Feb 3, 2015
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: 2-FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA FOR LARGE MIXER CHIPPED,BROKEN.MUST REPLACE
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Jan 22, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: NO HOT WATER AT HAND SINK FAUCET IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM FOR CUSTOMERS IN REAR BACK AREA.MUST REPAIR.SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-030
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: 2-FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA FOR LARGE MIXER CHIPPED,BROKEN.MUST REPLACE
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILING LIGHTSHIELDS IN REAR PREP/DISH ROOM NOT CLEAN,DEBRIS,DEAD INSECTS.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: EMPLOEE/FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT IN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED THAT ALL EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Jun 26, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLE USED TO STORE FOOD ITEM IN KITCHEN, INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER UTENSILS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN FLOUR MIXING STATION, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DUST BUILD-UP ON CEILING VENT ABOVE PREP AREA AND FAN COVER IN WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: BOTH HOT AND COLD WATER KNOBS NOT SHUTTING OFF COMPLETELY AT 3-COMP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 12, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Dec 3, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: DURING INSPECTION FOUND A 3DR REFRIGERATOR AT 50F WITHOUT ANY POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS INSIDE. THE ONLY PRODUCT INSIDE THIS UNIT WAS 8 LARGE TIGHTLY SEALED AND UNOPENED SALAD DRESSING CONTAINERS WHICH STATED REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING. UNIT WAS TAGGED NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE FLOOR DRAINS THROUHGOUT PREMISES TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISES TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRI AND CRUMBS.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER AT THE 1DR MILK REFRIGERATOR AT THE FRONT SERVICE LINE.
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Apr 23, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE ALL UTENSILS (SPOONS, KNIVES AND FORKS IN WICKER BASKETS) WITH THE HANDLES UP TO PREVENT FROM CONTAMINATION UNTIL USED. ALSO IN THE DISHROOM AREA MUST PROPERLY STORE ALUMINUM FLAT BAKING TRAYS PROPERLY OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR BOTTOM SHELF OF 1DR AND 3DR COOLERS IN THE MOST REAR PREP ROOM AREA TO REMOVE SPILLS AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE BIN LID.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCETS AT FRONT AND REAR EXPOSED HAND SINKS. MUST REPAIR EXHAUST VENT IN THE STAFF RESTROOM.
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May 17, 2012
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES-MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CAN OPENER.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SHIELD TO THE LIGHT IN THE WALK IN COOLER.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ALL WASH CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A BUCKET OF SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Nov 25, 2011
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. DETERIORATED WOODEN WALL UTENSILS HANGER, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND USE NON-ABSORBANT DURABLE SURFACES.
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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. MISSING GROUT BETWEEN FLOOR TILES AT DOUGH MIXING ROOM TRAPPING FLOUR AND FOOD DEBRIES, INSTRUCTED TO REGROUT AND PROVIDE A SMOOTH EASY TO CLEAN SURCFACE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. INOPERABLE VENT IN EMPLOYEES MEN'S TOILET ROOM, INSTRUCTED TO VENT TOILET ROOMS.
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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. COLD WATER SIDE AT 3COMP SINK IS LOOSE, HAND SINK FAUCT AT FRON PREP LINE SQUARTING WATER AT FOOD STORAGE COUNTER. INSTRUCTEDC TO REPAIR PLUMBING AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MISSING THERMOMETER IN SEVETAL PREP COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Mar 24, 2011
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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. ALL DUSTY CANNED AND BOTTLED GOODS, COUNTER TOPS AND SHELVES MUST BE CLEANED AND SANITIZED.
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Jan 5, 2011
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. FOUND THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: 6 LBS OF COOKED DICED CHICKEN AT 51.2F, 1 LB OF HUMMUS ( CHECK PEAS PASTE) AT 50.4F AND 1 LB OF TUNA SALAD AT 52.8F.INSTRUCTED MGR TO KEEP SUCH FOOD ITEM HELD AT 40F OR LOWER, 140F OR HIGHER. FOOD ITEMS WERE HELD IN PREP COOLER AT 51.4F THEN DROPPED DOWN TO 39.8F AFTER MGR ADJUSTED TEMP CONTROL SWITCH. FOOD ITEMS DISCARDED VALUED AT $20.00
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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. MISSING GROUT AT KITCHEN TILES NEXT TO 3 COMP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO GROUT AND MAINTAIN.
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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. MUST PROVIDE A CELING COVERING ABOVE FRONT DOUGH PREP TABLE.
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Feb 1, 2010
Routine
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. CEILING ABOVE FRONT PREP AREA IN POOR REPAIR, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERING.
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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. A MINOR LEAK NOTED UNDER DOUGH MIXING HAND SINK INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER IN ALL COOLERS WHERE PERISHABLES ARE STORED.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cosi last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cosi on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains 30 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cosi?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 13 times, more than any other issue at Cosi.
Has Cosi's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Cosi have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Cosi means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Cosi inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cosi is inspected around two times per year on average.
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