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The Lion Theatre

182 N Wabash Ave Fl 1, Chicago, IL 60601
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Last inspected: Jan 16, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited The Lion Theatre three times, with records going back to 2019. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 16, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around six violations to closer to two violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “management, food employee and conditional employee”, showing up two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Inspection History
Jan 16, 2025
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DUST/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE TOILET ROOM MECHANICAL VENTILATION FAN. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN THE CUSTOMER/EMPLOYEE RESTROOMS IN FRONT OF BAR.
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90
Apr 2, 2019
Reinspection
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING DOCUMENTATION ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE SIGNED COPIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SUPPLIES NOR PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE SUPPLIES AND PROCEDURES FOR CLEAN UP POLICY TO PROPERLY HANDLE BODILY FLUID SPILLS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNFINISHED WALLS IN ALL WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO FINISH TO CREATE SEALED, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Mar 28, 2019
License
5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING DOCUMENTATION ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE SIGNED COPIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SUPPLIES NOR PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE SUPPLIES AND PROCEDURES FOR CLEAN UP POLICY TO PROPERLY HANDLE BODILY FLUID SPILLS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT WITHOUT A LICENSED PEST CONTROL OPERATOR WHO PROVIDES INSECT AND VERMIN SERVICES AT THE ESTABLISHMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(C).
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COMMERCIAL DUMPSTER CONTRACT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CONTRACT WITH A LICENSED WASTE MANAGEMENT OPERATOR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(B).
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON PREMISES AT THIS TIME, NOR CERTIFIED MANAGER. INFORMED OWNER THAT ONCE OPENED, A CERTIFIED MANAGER WITH A CURRENT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND/OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNFINISHED WALLS IN ALL WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO FINISH TO CREATE SEALED, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MENU WITHOUT A REMINDER AND DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU FOR RAW OR UNCOOKED ANIMAL-BASED FOOD ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ITEMS OFFERED (CAVIAR). PERSON IN CHARGE CHANGED MENUS DURING INSPECTION.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Lion Theatre last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Lion Theatre on file is from Jan 16, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Lion Theatre?

Across the inspection record, “management, food employee and conditional employee” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Lion Theatre.

Has The Lion Theatre's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at The Lion Theatre have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Lion Theatre 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 The Lion Theatre inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Lion Theatre is inspected about once every two years on average.

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