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Mr. Kabab

1962 W Peterson Ave, Chicago, IL 60660
Other
Last inspected: Jun 26, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2020, Mr. Kabab has seven inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Jun 26, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “non-food/food contact surfaces clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 26, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE WITH EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO UPDATE RECORDS AND MAINTAIN.
58
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN REAR WAREWASHING HANDWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. MANAGER POSTED SIGN.
10
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE BUILDUP ON THE INTERIOR OF REACH-IN FREEZER ON SERVING LINE. MUST REMOVE EXCESS ICE, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.
49
86
Oct 28, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: PREP AREA WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE HELD IN A CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE. MANAGEMENT PROVIDE.
41
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST NOT USE CLOTH TOWELS AS LINER FOR SHELVING THROUGHOUT. MANAGEMENT REMOVED.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE DINING ROOM. MUST REPLACE.
55
86
Jul 18, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 28, 2022
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: IN USE, WET WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE HELD IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.
41
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST NOT USE CLOTH TOWELS AS LINERS FOR SHELVING THROUGHOUT.
49
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE DESIGNATED LOCKER/STORAGE FOR EMPLOYEES PERSONAL BELONGINGS NOT IN OR AROUND FOOD PREP OR FOOD STORAGE.
56
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR A CERTIFICATE ON-PREMISES.
58
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST NOT USE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS AS FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE COOLERS. IT MUST BE FOOD-GRADE PLASTIC BAGS OR WASHABLE CONTAINERS.
47
78
Apr 12, 2021
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: FOUND BULK FOOD WITH NO LABEL ON CONTAINERS. (RICE, SUGAR,ETC.)MUST PROVIDE.
37
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: FOUND FOOD CONTAINERS NOT STORED PROPERLY ON DRYING RACKS. MUST STORE INVERTED.
44
90
Sep 1, 2020
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 28, 2020
License
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION FOR EACH EMPLOYEE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
3
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN PREP AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE TO DISH WASHING AREA. MUST INSTALL A HAND WASHING SINK THAT IS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED FOR EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C).
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mr. Kabab last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mr. Kabab on file is from Jun 26, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mr. Kabab?

Across the inspection record, “non-food/food contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mr. Kabab.

Has Mr. Kabab's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mr. Kabab have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mr. Kabab 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 Mr. Kabab inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mr. Kabab is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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