Stay Cafe/Bad Habit/Smoke & Mirrors
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
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Going back to 2010, Stay Cafe/Bad Habit/Smoke & Mirrors has 10 inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Apr 13, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, showing up eight times.
The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Stay Cafe/Bad Habit/Smoke & Mirrors on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jan 23, 2014
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (E.G. CHICKEN, COOKED RICE, BEEF, FISH ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE, A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING HANDLED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE WORN-OUT CAULKING BEHIND/AROUND DISH MACHINE AND BEHIND (2) 1 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE BAR AREA (SHELVES, COUNTER SHELVES, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF 3 EXPOSED HAND SINK WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS AND DOOR HANDLES WITH HEAVY DRIED SYRUP ACCUMULATION, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF 2 DISH MACHINE BEHIND BAR AND SIDES OF ALL COOLERS
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR BROKEN FLOOR TILES BY DISH MACHINE.---------NOTED WATER POOLING ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA COMING FROM UNDERNEATH ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO FIX AND KEEP FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE DEAD LIGHT BULB ABOVE STAIRCASE LEADING TO BASEMENT TO PROVIDE MORE LIGHTING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LOOSE 1 COMPARTMENT OR PREP SINK AT PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.---------MUST FIX LEAKY BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE AT MOP SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REORGANIZE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE ICE BIN. MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SEPARATE CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Jan 14, 2014
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: FOUND (2) LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE (BEHIND BAR) SANITIZING RINSE AT O PPM CONCENTRATION. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. A MECHANICAL DISH WASHING MACHINE SHOULD PROVIDE A FINAL SANITIZING RINSE OF EITHER 50 PPM FOR CHEMICAL SANITIZING MACHINE OR F FINAL RINSE FOR HOT WATER SANITIZING MACHINE. ISSUED 'HELD FOR INSPECTION' TAG AT THE SAID MACHINE. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL FIXED. WHEN REPAIRED, MUST FAX A REQUEST FOR RE INSPECTION AT 312-746-4240 OR EMAIL AT CDPHFOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG TO PROPERLY ENSURE THE THE SAID EQUIPMENT IS REPAIRED AND THE 'HELD FOR INSPECTION' TAG CAN BE REMOVED PRIOR TO USE. BAR AND DISH MACHINE NOT OPERATING DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO TEMPORARILY USE DISHMACHINE IN REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE WORN-OUT CAULKING BEHIND/AROUND DISH MACHINE AND BEHIND (2) 1 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE BAR AREA (SHELVES, COUNTER SHELVES, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF 3 EXPOSED HAND SINK WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS AND DOOR HANDLES WITH HEAVY DRIED SYRUP ACCUMULATION, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF 2 DISH MACHINE BEHIND BAR AND SIDES OF ALL COOLERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR BROKEN FLOOR TILES BY DISH MACHINE.---------NOTED WATER POOLING ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA COMING FROM UNDERNEATH ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO FIX AND KEEP FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE DEAD LIGHT BULB ABOVE STAIRCASE LEADING TO BASEMENT TO PROVIDE MORE LIGHTING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LOOSE 1 COMPARTMENT OR PREP SINK AT PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.---------MUST FIX LEAKY BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE AT MOP SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REORGANIZE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE ICE BIN. MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SEPARATE CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Apr 12, 2013
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Any open cans of food must be transferred into regular containers. Consumer advisory must be posted.All food stored in coolers must be dated & labeled.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced throughout the premises.Must provide,maintain ice bin covers for all ice bins throughout the premises.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FAN COVERS INSIDE THE REFRIGERATION UNITS,SHELVING BEHIND BAR COUNTERS,MANUAL CAN OPENER,HOUSING ATTACHED LOCATED IN KITCHEN,BAR GUNS AND HOUSINGS ATTACHED AT BARS,HOOD/FILTERS OVER THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN and maintain the floors and baseboards so they are smooth and sanitary from corner to corner including the floor drains throughout the premises.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: The light fixture at rear dry storage area must be shielded.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE BENEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AND REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.
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Aug 17, 2012
Routine
5 minor violations.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: NO INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT POSTED OR VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS, AND NO PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-42-010 (B)
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST WRAP OR COVER PRE-SET FLATWARE ON TABLES
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, AND VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE WHAT APPEARS TO BE BLACK MOLD ON WALL BY THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND DISH MACHINE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALL AND REPLACE OLD SEALANT
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: SMELLY SEWER ODORS IN LADIES BATHROOM NEEDS TO BE REMOVED
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Feb 22, 2011
Routine
7 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.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONNECT BAR GUN LINES AND INSTALL DIRECTLY INTO FLOOR DRAINS AS REQUIRED,PROVIDE MISSING LIDS FOR ICE BINS AT BARS.
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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.THE FOLLOWING AREAS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS (FAN COVERS),ICE MACHINES,CUTTING BOARDS,SHELVING BEHIND BAR COUNTERS,MANUAL CAN OPENER,HOUSING ATTACHED LOCATED IN KITCHEN,BAR GUNS AND HOUSINGS ATTACHED AT BARS.
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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 ALONG WALLS AND IN CORNERS IN KITCHEN,BAR AREAS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
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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.EXPOSED BRICK ON WALLS BEHIND BAR LOCATED IN BASEMENT MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.ALL TOILET ROOM DOORS MUST BE SELF CLOSING.
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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.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR WATER LEAKING AT BACKFLOW PIPE ABOVE UTILITY MOP SINK LOCATED IN CLOSET NEXT TO KITCHEN AND MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN LADIES TOILET ROOM NOT WORKING-MUST REPAIR,CLEAN ALL VENTILATION COVERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES ALSO REPAIR/REPLACE RUSTY GREASE TRAP BENEATH 3 COMP SINK IN KITCHEN USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH.
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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.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF CLUTTER IN BASEMENT AREAS MUST CLEAN,ORGANIZE REMOVE CLUTTER,PERSONAL BELONGINGS STORED AT REAR DRY STORAGE SHELVINGS.
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Jun 25, 2010
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LABEL ON PREPARED AND READY TO EAT FOOD CONTAINERS IN COOLERS,WITH FOOD NAME &DATE,ALSO ON DRY FOOD CONTAINERS.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLEANED MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON SHELVES NOT PROPERLY STORED, MANAGER TO INVERT INCLUDING FRYING PANS AT ALL TIMES.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TRADITONAL STONE WARE MORTA AND PISTLE UTENSILS(MECJITO STONE) USED FOR FOOD PREPATION AND GRINDING WHICH IS NOT ACCEPTABLE BY HEALTH DEPT. FOR FOOD PREPARATION,INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE FROM FACILITY. MANAGER WAS INFORMED OF SUCH ON LAST INSPECTION OF 01-21-10 REPORT #134269. MUST ALSO PROVIDE LID FOR ICE BINS IN BARS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING UTENSILS AND EQUIPMENTS WITH DEBRIS AND STAINS NEEDS CLEANING:INSIDE COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYER,1COMP.SINK BY DOUGH MIXER BOWL,COUNTERS BY ICE BINS IN BAR BY KITCHEN ,EXPOSE HAND WAS SINK IN SAME AREA,MOP SINK IN BASEMENT,TOILET BOWLS IN MALE & FEMALE TOILETS,AND SINKS IN MAIN BAR.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENTS UNDER HOODS IN KITCHEN,FLOORS AT PREP AERA BY DOUGH MIXER BOWL,FLOORS IN STORAGE AREA ON 1STFL. UNDER SHELVES,AND FLOORS IN BOTH BAR AREAS WITH DEBRIS AND WATER NEEDS CLEANING AND MAINTAINING SAME. MUST ELEVATE PRODUCTS 6" OFF FLOORS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING PIPE UNDER BLASTER SINK USE FOR COOLING FOOD,AND IN BASEMENT ROOM BY WALK IN COOLER.
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Jun 17, 2010
Complaint
8 minor violations.
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Source sound condition, no spoilage, foods properly labeled, shellfish tags in place
Inspector notes: Molluscan shell stock shall be obtained in containers bearing legible source identification tags or labels. OBSERVED MOLLUSCAN SHELL STOCK IN WALK IN COOLER IN THE BASEMENT WITH OUT TAG OR LABEL,MANAGER UNABLE TO PROVIDE SOURCE OR SUPPLIER. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005b CRITICAL INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD SAID SHELL STOCK 3PDS OF SAID FOOD WAS DENATURED WITH SANITIZER AND DISCARDED & $9.00PER POUND. INSTRUCTED ALSO TO OBTAIN SHELL FISH AND ETC FROM APPROVED SOURCES AND KEEP TAGS INTACT.CDI.
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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. EVIDENCE OF INSECT ACTIVITY NOTED ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. OBSERVED ABOUT 15-30 FRUIT FLIES IN THE BARS ON 1ST FLOOR RESTAURANT2-3 HOUSE FLIES IN DINING AND IN DISH MACHING AREA. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO GET RID OF ABOVE SAID INSECTS,WILL BE BACK FOR RE-INSPECTION ON 06-24-10
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST PROVIDE LABEL ON PREPARED AND READY TO EAT FOOD CONTAINERS IN COOLERS,WITH FOOD NAME &DATE,ALSO ON DRY FOOD CONTAINERS.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. OBSERVED CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON SHELVES NOT PROPERLY STORED,INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT INCLUDING FRYING PANS,AT ALL TIMES.
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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. OBSERVED TRADITONAL STONE WARE MORTA AND PISTLE UTENSILS(MECJITO STONE) USED FOR FOOD PREPATION AND GRINDING WHICH IS NOT ACCEPTABLE BY HEALTH DEPT. FOR FOOD PREPARATION,INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE FROM FACILITY. MANAGER WAS INFORMED OF SUCH ON LAST INSPECTION OF 01-21-10 REPORT #134269. MUST ALSO PROVIDE LID FOR ICE BINS IN BARS.
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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. THE FOLLOWING UTENSILS AND OR EQUIPMENTS WITH DEBRIS AND STAINS NEEDS CLEANING:INSIDE COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYER,1COMP.SINK BY DOUGH MIXER BOWL,COUNTERS BY ICE BINS IN BAR BY KITCHEN ,EXPOSE HAND WAS SINK IN SAME AREA,MOP SINK IN BASEMENT,TOILET BOWLS IN MALE & FEMALE TOILETS,AND SINKS IN MAIN BAR.
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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 UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENTS UNDER HOODS IN KITCHEN,FLOORS AT PREP AERA BY DOUGH MIXER BOWL,FLOORS IN STORAGE AREA ON 1STFL. UNDER SHELVES,AND FLOORS IN BOTH BAR AREAS WITH DEBRIS AND WATER NEEDS CLEANING AND MAINTAINING SAME. MUST ELEVATE PRODUCTS 6" OFF FLOORS.
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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. REPAIR LEAKING PIPE UNDER BLASTER SINK USE FOR FOOD COOLING, AND IN BASEMENT ROOM BY WALK IN COOLER.
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Jan 28, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jan 21, 2010
Complaint
10 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE FOUND POSTED ON PREMISES AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. MANAGEMENT HAD COUNTERFIT COPIES OF CERTIFICATES WITH VOIDS ON THEM. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 SERIOUS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE LAGITIMATE SANITATION CERTIFICATES WITHOUY VOIDS.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health. 3COMP.SINKS IN KITCHEN NOT MAINTAINED. SAID SINK IS LEAKING WATER ON FLOORS AND DRAINING OVER TO ANOTHER ONE, AND BACKING UP AT THE SAME TIME.CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 SERIOUS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REFRAIN USING SAID SINK FOR WASHING AND SNITISIZING OF UTENSILS UNTIL REPAIRED. MEAN-WHILE UTENSILS HAS TO WASHED AT THE DISHWASHING MACHINE. WILL BACK FOR REINSPECTION ON 01-28-10.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. PREPARED AND COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS MUST BE LABELED PROPERLY WITH DATES AND FOOD NAMES.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. FOUND CLEAN UTENSILS[PAN,POTS,ETC]AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES ON SHELVING UNITS THRU-OUT FACILITY NOT NOT PROPERLY STORED INCLUDING DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INVERT AT ALL TIMES.
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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. MUST REMOVE TRADITIONAL STONE UTENSILS[MECOJITOS STONE POTS] FROME PREMISES. PROVIDE LID COVER FOR ICE-BIN AT N.W. BAR SECTION.
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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. EXPOSE HAND WASH SINKS THROUGHOUT BAR AREAS AND 1COMP.SINK AT FRONT CORNER DINING COFFEE SERVING AREA NEEDS CLEANING.TOP OF DISHMACHINE AND SINK COUNTER TOPS AT BAR BY KITCHEN AND IN BASEMENT BAR AERA NEEDS CLEANING.
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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 BEHIND AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENTS UNDER HOODS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AND THRU-OUT BAR AREAS BY KITCHEN NEEDS CLEANING.ALSO FLOORS AT CARRY-OUT SECTION NEEDS CLEANING.FLOORS AT 3COMP. SINK BY DISH-MACHINE AT MAIN KITCHEN WITH STANDING WATER DUE TO SERIOUS LEAKAGE MUST BE CLEANED AND MAINTAINED DRY AT ALL TIMES.
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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. MUST REPLACE ALL OUT LIGHTS AT CARRY-OUT SECTION.
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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. MUST REPAIR SLOW DRAINING AND FAUCET LEAKING AT EXPOSE HAND WASH SINK AT N.W. BAR AREA.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. MUST PROVIDE A SEPARATE CONTAINER FOR ICE-SCOOPS AT ALL ICE SERVING AREAS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Stay Cafe/Bad Habit/Smoke & Mirrors last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Stay Cafe/Bad Habit/Smoke & Mirrors on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Stay Cafe/Bad Habit/Smoke & Mirrors?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Stay Cafe/Bad Habit/Smoke & Mirrors.
Has Stay Cafe/Bad Habit/Smoke & Mirrors' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Stay Cafe/Bad Habit/Smoke & Mirrors have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Stay Cafe/Bad Habit/Smoke & Mirrors 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 Stay Cafe/Bad Habit/Smoke & Mirrors inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Stay Cafe/Bad Habit/Smoke & Mirrors is inspected about once every two years on average.
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