Piccolo Sogno
Last inspected: Jul 10, 2025
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Across the available record, Piccolo Sogno has 17 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 10, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.
The pattern that stands out is “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed”, which has been cited eight 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.
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Inspection History
Jul 10, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Fly traps installed above food prep tables, Instructed to remove.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Large spoons and ice scoops stored in stagnant water at room temperature, Instructed to keep according to health code, ie.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: Deli cups not air dried after washing, Instructed to air dry all multi-use utensils after washing.
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Jun 6, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
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May 29, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD-HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER. OBSERVED EGGS AT 46F, CAESAR DRESSING AT 46F, COOKED PASTA AT 46F, AND CHEESE AT 47F. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL COLD TCS FOODS BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE WALK-IN COOLER NEXT TO THE DESSERT PREP STATION WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 50F. THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE TCS FOODS, SUCH AS EGGS AND COOKED PASTA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE COOLER BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROX. 75 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS AND 5 LIVE HOUSE FLIES ON THE WALLS AND CEILING IN THE CUSTOMER WASHROOMS, BEHIND THE BAR, IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS, DINING ROOM, DISHWASHING AREA, AROUND THE STAIRWAY TO THE BASEMENT, AROUND THE MOP SINK AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL ACTIVITY IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY THROUGHOUT THE ESTABLISHMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE DRAIN LINE AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK LEAKING AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2 HOLES IN THE CONCRETE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO FILL IN THE HOLES SO THAT THE FLOOR IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE ON THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREAS.
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Sep 26, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS ITEMS HELD AT THE STATED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE PREP COOLERS IN KITCHEN: MEAT SAUCE 485.F, RIBS AT 56.3F, MILK SAUCE AT 52.7F, STEAKS AT 48.7F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 15 LBS OF PRODUCT VALUED AT APPROXIMATELY $825. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 10 OF 20 EMPLOYEES WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1 OF 5 CERTIFIED MANAGERS WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING. 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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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED SINK LOCATED IN BAR AND ON COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SCOOP STORED IN ICE CHEST AT BAR. INSTRUCTED TO STORE OUTSIDE OF ICE TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN GASKETS ON COOLERS IN DESSERT PREP STATION. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE INSIDE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BURNT OUT LIGHT BULBS IN CEILING OF DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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May 19, 2022
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME. MUST LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS THAT ARE NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGING.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN VALID FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. MUST OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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May 12, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VEAL, BOAR, CHICKEN, SHRIMP AND FISH HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN REACH IN COOLER ON PREP LINE. ALL FOODS MAINTAINING TEMPERATURES RANGING 52.0F-61.1F. ALL FOOD PRODUCTS DISCARDED (63LB, $600). PRIORITY. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 4-DRAWER COLD HOLDING UNIT OPERATING AT IMPROPER INTERNAL COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE (53.0 DEGREE F). INSTRUCTED THAT COLD HOLDING UNIT SHOULD HAVE AN INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF 41 DEGREE F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. COOLER TAGGED FOR RE-INSPECTION.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL BASED FOOD ITEMS ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE DRINK (CAPPUCINO) IN PREP AREA. ALL PERSONAL FOOD AND DRINK ITEMS MUST BE STORED IN DESIGNATED AREA.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME. MUST LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS THAT ARE NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGING.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN VALID FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. MUST OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Aug 7, 2019
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS AT AN IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE (VEAL 59.0 DEGREE F, CHICKEN, 52.8 DEGREE F, PORK 54.2 DEGREE F.) INSTRUCTED THAT COLD HOLDING IS 41 DEGREE F OR BELOW. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED SAID FOOD ITEMS. APPROX 10 LBS OF FOOD AND $150 DOLLARS VALUE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 4-DRAWER COLD HOLDING UNIT OPERATING AT IMPROPER INTERNAL COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE (53.6 DEGREE F). INSTRUCTED THAT COLD HOLDING UNIT SHOULD HAVE AN INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF 41 DEGREE F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED. FACILITY CALLED OUT LIRA'S ELECTRICAL HEATING, COOLING, REFRIGERATION SERVICE, LUIS LIRA (773) 314 7841. COOLER IS NOW WORKING AT PROPER TEMPERATURE, SHOWING 40.6 DEGREE F.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL BASED FOOD ITEMS ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS (BEEF, COOKED POTATOES, TOMATOES, ETC.) WITH NO PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL TCS FOODS, PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS MUST HAVE PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LARGE BULK CONTAINERS OF VARIOUS FLOUR'S AND SUGAR WITH NO LABEL. INSTRUCTED THAT WHEN OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGE, THE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER MUST BE IDENTIFIED WITH THE COMMON NAME.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS, DUST, AND GREASE ON THE FLOORS BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 5, 2018
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: NOTED WIPING CLOTHES ON PREP STATIONS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHES IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: NOTED THE SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK IN PRODUCE COOLER DIRTY. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NOTED THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA WITH A SLOW DRAIN. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN THE BASEMENT BEHIND THE ICE MACHINE AND INSIDE OF THE WALK IN PRODUCE COOLER.
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Sep 14, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: THE LABELS ON THE BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS ARE FADED AND HARDLY VISIBLE. INSTRUCTED TO RE-IMAGE LABELS TO PROVIDE A CLEAR INDICATION OF WHATS IN THE BULK FOOD CONTAINERS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARD WITH DEEP GROOVES USED TO SLICE BREAD IN THE PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE HANDLES ON THE TOPS OF THE COLD-HOLDING REFRIGERATION UNIT ON THE SALAD LINE THAT IS BEING HELD UP BY WIRE AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MISSING END CAPS ON THE LIGHT FIXTURE ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST INSTALL END CAPS ON THE LIGHT FIXTURE TO PROTECT LIGHT FIXTURE AT ALL TIMES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DUST BUILDUP FROM THE WALK-IN COOLER VENT ABOVE OPEN FOOD ITEMS AND THE CEILING ABOVE THE CONVENCTIONAL OVEN AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 16, 2016
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES: OBSERVED A MALE EMPLOYEE HANDLING READY TO EAT FOOD WITH HIS BARE HANDS (I.E. CUTTING BREAD, PLACING IN BREAD BASKET AND TAKING TO CUSTOMER'S TABLE.) ALSO, OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS PUTTING ON GLOVES WITHOUT WASHING HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE EMPLOYEES USE UTENSILS, WAX PAPER OR WEAR GLOVES (WASHING HANDS BEFORE/AFTER USE)TO HANDLE READY TO EAT FOODS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010(A)
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: FOUND NO SOAP AT THE FRONT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE MAIN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST FROM THE STORAGE RACKS IN THE BASEMENT WALK IN COOLER AND OLD WALK IN COOLER BEING USED AS DRY STORAGE. -MUST REMOVE RUST FROM THE BOTTOM SURFACE IN TH WINE/CHAMPAGNE REACH IN COOLER BEHIND THE BAR. -INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE EXCESS ICE BUILD UP IN THE REACH IN FREEZERS IN THE BASEMENT AREA. -ALSO, MUST SHORTEN THE SANITIZER HOSE IN THE SANITIZER COMPARTMENT ON THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK SO THAT IT DOES NOT LAY IN THE WATER/SOLUTION. MAINTAIN ALL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE OVENS, DEEP FRYER AND COOLERS IN THE PREP AND BAR AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT. -MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6" OFF THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT. ALSO, MUST PROVIDE WHERE MISSING AND REATTACH WHERE HANGING THE RUBBER COVING UNDER/AROUND THE DISHMACHINE AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK ON THE 1ST FL.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE WALLS AROUND COOKING/COOLING EQUIPMENT AND SINKS ON THE 1ST FL AND IN THE BASEMENT AREA. REMOVE ALL THE FOOD SPILLS, GREASE AND DIRT BUILD UP.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT AT ALL TIMES WHEN PREPARING/HANDLING FOOD. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION (MUST BE AT THE PPM) WHEN NOT IN USE. -MUST PROPERLY STORE THE ICE SCOOP BEHIND THE BAR IN A CLEAN BIN OR HANDLES UP IN THE ICE. MAINTAIN SAME.
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May 8, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUBBER GASKETS IN NEED OF REPAIR. CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED OF REPLACING WHERE WORN AND DISCOLORED. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN EXTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS TO REMOVE FOOD BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS IN PASTRY AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ANY UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN BASEMENT MUST BE REMOVED AND OR ORGANIZED. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Jul 17, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN SHELVES IN BASEMENT LIQUOR STORAGE AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Oct 25, 2013
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Bulk storage container not labeled. Instructed to label all foods not in original containers.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ice bins in bar not provided with covers. Instructed to provide cover to protect ice during storage.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Can opener attached to prep table not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize after each use.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor not maintained in baement walk-in cooler. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Light covers in dishwashing area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and remove dust build-up.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Condensation line from hot water tank not going to floor drain. Instructed to extend condensation line to properly discard water.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided in several prep coolers. Instructed to provided thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers.
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Jan 26, 2012
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE,INVERT CLEAN MULTI-USE PANS/BOWLS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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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 REPLACE/REPAIR SOME RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER BASEMENT LOCATION USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH,Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced also ice bin cover for ice bin at bar is needed.
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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 PIPE BENEATH THE EXPOSED HANDSINK LOCATED AT BAR AREA,DETAIL CLEAN DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON VENT COVERS IN DINING ROOM.
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Oct 28, 2011
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Oct 24, 2011
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. OBSERVED WALK-IN COOLER BASEMENT AREA IN POOR, NOT MAINTAINING TEMPERATURE AT 40'F AND BELOW, AIR TEMP READING 45.1'F, COOLER TAGGED, ADDITION WALK-IN COOLER IN GOOD REPAIR, LOCATED ON FIRST FLOOR CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-005 (A)
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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. OBSERVED COOKED, PREPARED FOODS, INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND ON FRONT COUNTER DISPLAY NOT HOLDING AT PROPER TEMPERATURE, TEMPS READING BETWEEN 46.9'F-70.1'F, ALL WITHIN DANGER ZONE, ALL PRODUCT DUMPED AND DENATURE, AT A COST OF $750.00 AND APPROX. 275 POUNDS, FOODS DISCARDED SEE ATTACHED SHEET CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-005 (A)
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION, INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, TOP AREA OF MACHINE AND INTERIOR PANELS, APPEARS TO HAVE MOLD BUILD-UP, NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE, AND USE PRE PACKAGE ICE, UNTIL MACHINE IS CLEAN, MACHINE TAGGED, INSTRUCTED TO FAX A LETTER TO CDPH ONCE MACHINE IS PROPERLY CLEAN AND SANITIZE, FAX #312746-4240 CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-005 (A)
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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. MUST PROVIDE RODENT PROOF STRIPES ON ALL DOORS, APPROX. 1/2 INCH GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOORS, INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY SEAL SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020
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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. MUST RESTRICT STORING MULTI-USE FLAT WARE OUTSIDE, ALL ITEMS MUST BE TAKING OUTSIDE ONCE CUSTOMER IS SEATED, ALL INSIDE TABLE SETTING MUST BE WRAPPED, COVERED AND INVERTED
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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 REPLACE ALL BADLY PITTED CUTTING BOARDS, MUST PROVIDE SNEEZE GUARDS AT FRONT COUNTER FOOD DISPLAY 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. MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE SINK STOPPERS FOR BAR SINK, MOVE PLASTIC FROM STOPPERS, AND MUST ALSO STORE STOVE DIRECTLY UNDER EXHAUST HOOD, AT COOKING AREA
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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. MUST CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE OUTSIDE AREA, REMOVE ALL CLUTTER, AND BETTER MAINTAIN ALL OUTSIDE AREAS
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May 11, 2010
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: 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.MUST INVERT ALL MULTI-USE UTENSILS IN FOOD PREP AREAS.
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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.REPLACE SOME GASKETS AT 2 DOOR FOOD PREP COOLER 1ST FLOOR.
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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.WALL IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA NOT SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE.
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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 WATER LEAKING AT BASE OF FAUCET OF 3 COMP SINK BASEMENT FOOD PREP.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Piccolo Sogno last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Piccolo Sogno on file is from Jul 10, 2025. The public record contains 17 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Piccolo Sogno?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Piccolo Sogno.
Has Piccolo Sogno's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Piccolo Sogno have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Piccolo Sogno 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 Piccolo Sogno inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Piccolo Sogno is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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