Rosebud Steakhouse
Last inspected: Aug 27, 2025
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Score
Rosebud Steakhouse appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2021. The most recent visit was on Aug 27, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
“Insects, rodents, & animals not present” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Aug 27, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 20, 2025
Complaint
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1 COOLER WITH AN INADEQUATE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 50 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS HAVE AN AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF 41 F AND BELOW. COOLER TAGGED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VARIOUS TCS FOODS HELD AT AN INADEQUATE TEMPERATURE OF 50 F. INSTRUCTED MANGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD TCS FOOD IS HELD AT 41 F AND BELOW. MANAGER DISCARDED 1/4 TH GALLON HEAVY WHIPPING CREAM, 1/2 GALLON MILK, AND 2 POUNDS BUTTER ($20) PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 5 LIVE ROACHES THROUGHOUT FACILITY INCLUDING: IN TOLIET ROOMS, IN HALLWAY STORAGE AREA, IN KITCHEN, AND IN BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AREAS AFFECTED BY PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
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Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OYSTERS WITH NO SHELLSTOCK TAGS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE SHELLSTOCK TAGS ARE STORED WITH SHELLSTOCK AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER DISCARDED 5 POUNDS OYSTERS ($15). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ROACH CARCASSES THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE CARCASSES.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LARGE 1/2 INCH GAP IN REAR HALLWAY DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL GAP.
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Jul 29, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CAULKING PEELING AND CRACKING WITH BLACK SUBSTANCE GROWING IN HAND WASH SINKS IN REAR PREP INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE AREA TO ENSURE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BURNED-OUT LIGHT-BULB IN HOOD UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULB AND MAINTAIN LIGHTING IN THE UNIT.
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Oct 25, 2023
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS AS REQUIRED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDSINK IN PREP/DISHEASHING AREA SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF TRASH AND MISCELLANEUS ITEMS ON FLOORS UPSTAIRS NEAR PIPES AND EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN PREMISE.
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Oct 18, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: Observed no Consumer Advisory for raw or undercooked foods. Instructed to identify such foods (Disclosure) by asterisking them to a foot note that states: "Items can be served raw or undercooked or contain undercooked ingredients" and add a statement that says: "Consuming raw or undercooked animal products may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have medical conditions (Reminder)". MUST MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDSINK IN PREP/DISHEASHING AREA SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF TRASH AND MISCELLANEUS ITEMS ON FLOORS UPSTAIRS NEAR PIPES AND EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN PREMISE.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS AS REQUIRED.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTICATIONS ON SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AS REQUIRED.
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Oct 27, 2022
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Oct 5, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Prep cooler at main kitchen not holding proper temperature 58.1f, cooler is used to store raw meats. instructed to keep all cooler temperature at 41f or lower. priority violation 7-38-005. cooler is tagged not allowed to use. must contact the office of CDPH for tag removal request.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: TCS foods held at improper temperature, found 15 lbs of beef and lamb held at 57.2f, instructed manager to hold all cold TCS foods at 41f or lower. priority violation 7-38-005. food discarded valued at $300.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Inaccurate thermometer for prep coolers instructed to provide good working thermometer.
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Sep 14, 2021
License
8 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF GARAGE DOOR IN DUMPSTER AREA. OBSERVED GAP UNDER DOOR IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA THAT LEADS TO THE SIDE OF THE BUILDING. MUST PROVIDE DOOR SWEEPS ON EXTERIOR DOOR AND SEAL GARAGE DOOR IN DUMPSTER AREA. MUST MAKE ALL EXTERIOR OPENINGS TIGHT-FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 2-DOOR PREP COOLER IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA IS IN DISREPAIR AND IN THE PROCESS TO BE REPLACED. THE COOLER CURRENTLY HAS A "OUT OF ORDER" SIGN POSTED ON IT. PER MANAGEMENT, NEW COOLER WILL BE ARRIVING 9/24/21. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED ON ESPRESSO MACHINE, OR ICE MACHINE. MUST PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE (OR ACCESS TO) ON EQUIPMENT.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAK AT PIPE UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIDS FOR RECEPTACLES IN LADIES RESTROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES THAT ARE NEAR THE DISH AREA. MUST RE-GROUT FLOOR TILES LOCATED NEAR THE DISH AREA AND WALK-IN COOLER, AND THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO LIGHT BULBS BURNED OUT IN VENTILATION HOOD. MUST REPLACE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rosebud Steakhouse last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rosebud Steakhouse on file is from Aug 27, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rosebud Steakhouse?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Rosebud Steakhouse.
Has Rosebud Steakhouse's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rosebud Steakhouse have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Rosebud Steakhouse 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 Rosebud Steakhouse inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rosebud Steakhouse is inspected around two times per year on average.
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