The Sabroso Pollo
Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026
70
Score
Across the available record, The Sabroso Pollo has 22 inspections on file, the first dated 2011. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 6, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
Across the inspection history, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded nine times.
The Sabroso Pollo's latest score of 70 falls below the Chicago average of 81. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 6, 2026
Complaint
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Found 20 lbs of cooked chicken held at 83.4f in hot holding that's not turned on. Instructed manager to keep all hot TCS foods held at 135f or higher. Priority violation 7-38-005. Chicken discarded valued at $70.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: No hand soap provided at main prep kitchen hand wash sink, Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c).
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Bulk food container not labeled ( salt ) instructed to label.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Unable to locate backflow prevention device for ice maker, instructed to install.
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70
May 15, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALL EQUIPMENT LOCATED IN REAR (PIZZA PREP) IN NEED OF CLENAING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLER/PREP TABLE, UNUSED PIZZA BOXES AND STORAGE SPACES.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GARBAGE LOCATED IN WOMENTS TOILET ROOM WITHOUT COVERING. INSTUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNOPENED ALCOHOL AND OTHER BEVERAGES, KITCHENWARE EQUIPMENT, OTHER RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT AND MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF GROUND TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE AND ALLOW PROPER CLEANING.
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86
Jul 9, 2024
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING VENTILATION COVER ON THE CEILING OF THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PLACE A COVER AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 1, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Proper cooling time and temperature
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOUR LARGE CONTAINERS IN THE WALK IN COOLER WITH TCS FOODS PREPARED ON JUNE 30, 2024 TO BE AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE AS FOLLOWS: SOUP 54.0F, SALSA 57.6F, CHICKEN BROTH 67.6F. FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED BY OWNER. 120 LB, VALUE $200. COOKED TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD shall be cooled: (1) Within 2 hours from 57�C (135�F) to 21�C (70�F); and (2) Within a total of 6 hours from 57�C (135�F) to 5�C (41�F) or less. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-005. CITATION NOT ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE OR REMINDER ON MENU FOR USE RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS. BASED ON THE OWNER'S INFORMATION THE FACILITY WILL PREPARE MADE TO ORDER EGGS AND HAMBURGERS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION-7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS FOOD STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED PROPERLY TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RECYCLABLES AROUND OUTSIDE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN. MENTIONED AREA SHALL BE MAINTAINED FREE OF UNNECESSARY ITEMS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING VENTILATION COVER ON THE CEILING OF REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PLACE A COVER AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 9, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON CEILING OF WALK IN COOLER WHERE VEGETABLES ARE STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 28, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING FAN IN KITCHEN TO REMOVE DUST, CLEAN EXTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED IN KITCHEN. CLEAN FLOOR UNDER FRYER TO REMOVE GREASE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR TILE IN POOR REPAIR IN AREA WHERE WALK-IN UNITS AND STORAGE LOCATED; REPAIR OR REPLACE FLOOR TILE WHERE NEEDED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCED TO CLEAN THE AREA UNDERNEATH THE GRILL IN THE KITCHEN, CLEAN FRYER AND CAN OPENER BLADE AT THE PREP TABLE.
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Jun 17, 2021
Reinspection
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-204.112(B) Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR COUNTER TOP HOT HOLDING UNIT,REAR 2- DOOR PREP COOLER.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL REPACKAGED DESSRETS FOR SALE WITH PROPER INFO GIVEN.MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR AND SIDE DOORS,TORN SCREEN ON SIDE DOOR. MUST MAKE DOORS AND SCREEN TIGHT FITTING
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-903.11 (A;B;D) Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN BOTH WALK IN COOLERS,FOIL FROM PIPES AND CARDBOARD FROM 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS .MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING FAN GUARD COVER IN 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLER AND DOORS HINGES ARE IN POOR REPAIR ON SAME,MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON REACH IN FREEZER,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON PREP COOLER AND CHEST FREEZER IN PIZZA PREP AREA
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FRYER CABINET,PREP TABLES,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 5-501.17 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A LID ON GARBAGE CAN IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED IN FLOORING IN PIZZA PREP AREA,MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN HALLWAY,FRONT PREP AREA,PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER AND WHERE NEEDED.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-202.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN MAIN PREP AREA.
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Jun 10, 2021
Routine
3 critical violations. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE OF 2- DOOR COOLER,GLASS COOLER AND WALK IN COOLER SUCH AS 3LBS. RAW STEAK 51.8F,2LBS. BREADED STEAK 52.5F,5LBS. COOKED SHREDDED CHICKEN 47.3F,1LBS.HAM 49.1F,2LBS. COOKED PORK 46.1F,4LBS. SHREDDED LETTUCE 45.7F-46.4F,.5LB. SLICED TOMATO 52.3F,20LBS. DICED TOMATO 45.9F-46.2F,40LBS. COOKED CHICKEN IN BROTH 46.6F-46.8F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)APPX.77.5LBS.$435.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2- DOOR PREP COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 51.8F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE.MANAGER ADJUSTED THERMOSTAT DURING INSPECTION AIR TEMPERATURE IS NOW 37.1F.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED).
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COLD RUNNING WATER AT HAND WASHING SINK IN PIZZA PREP AREA.MUST USE ADDITIONAL HAND SINKS ON SITE FOR HAND WASHING.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR COUNTER TOP HOT HOLDING UNIT,REAR 2- DOOR PREP COOLER.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL REPACKAGED DESSRETS FOR SALE WITH PROPER INFO GIVEN.MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 75 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS IN PIZZA PREP AREA- INSIDE OF A BUCKET ON SHELVING UNIT,ON FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND PREP TABLES,RADIATOR AND STORAGE SHELVES,IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA-NEXT TO RADIATOR,ALONG WALL BASES NEXT TO REACH IN FREEZERS,RADIATORS AND CHEST FREEZER,MEN'S STAFF TOILET ROOM NEXT TO VANITY.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS.CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 6/10/21.(PRIROITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR AND SIDE DOORS,TORN SCREEN ON SIDE DOOR. MUST MAKE DOORS AND SCREEN TIGHT FITTING.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WET TOWELS ON STEAM TABLE AND PREP TABLE MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN BOTH WALK IN COOLERS,FOIL FROM PIPES AND CARDBOARD FROM 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS AND LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING FAN GUARD COVER IN 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLER AND DOORS HINGES ARE IN POOR REPAIR ON SAME,MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON REACH IN FREEZER,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON PREP COOLER AND CHEST FREEZER IN PIZZA PREP AREA.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FRYER CABINET,PREP TABLES,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A LID ON GARBAGE CAN IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND GAPS IN FLOORING IN PIZZA PREP AREA,MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN HALLWAY,FRONT PREP AREA,PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER AND WHERE NEEDED,DAMAGED WALL NEXT TO DOUGH MACHINE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN MAIN PREP AREA.
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Mar 5, 2020
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLES IN WASHROOM USED BY FEMALE EMPLOYEES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER OF MEAT JUICES UNDER SHELVING.
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Feb 18, 2020
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: NOTED ESTABLISHMENT SERVING UNDERCOOKED FOOD ITEMS (HAMBURGERS) WITH NO CONSUMER ADVISORY, DISCLOSURE OR REMINDERS TO THE CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CONSUMER ADVISORY ON THE MENU WITH A DISCLOSURE NOTICE AND REMINDER STATEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE UNUSED WIPING CLOTHS IN CHEMICAL SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLES IN WASHROOM USED BY FEMALE EMPLOYEES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER OF MEAT JUICES UNDER SHELVING.
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Apr 23, 2019
Routine
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: NOTED ESTABLISHMENT SERVING UNDERCOOKED FOOD ITEMS (HAMBURGERS) WITH NO CONSUMER ADVISORY, DISCLOSURE OR REMINDERS TO THE CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CONSUMER ADVISORY ON THE MENU WITH A DISCLOSURE NOTICE AND REMINDER STATEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-010
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO VOMIT OR DIARRHEA PROCEDURE ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND NO CITATION ISSUED MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: VARIETY OF FOODS NOT PROPERLY LABELED (COOKED CHICKEN, COOKED BEEF,SOUR CREAM, CHEESE ETC.) STORED INSIDE THE WALK IN AND PREP COOLERS. FOOD PREPARED AND HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS SHALL BE PROPERLY LABELED TO INDICATE THE DAY OR DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD SHALL BE DISCARDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE WITH A PINK SLIMY SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FOUND NO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE SERVICE SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNFINISHED WOOD ON THE CEILING AND FLOOR OF THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AN D MAINTAIN
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NON-SHATTER PROOF LIGHTS ABOVE THE PIZZA PREP TABLE IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SHATTER PROOF LIGHT BULBS AND MAINTAIN
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: All certified food service sanitation managers employed by a restaurant must receive or obtain training in basic allergen awareness principles within 30 days after employment and every 3 years thereafter. Training programs must be accredited by the American National Standards Institute or another reputable accreditation agency under the ASTM International E2659-09 (Standard Practice for Certificate Programs).
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Jun 27, 2017
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jun 20, 2017
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ALONG STAIRWAY LEADING TO ATTIC, 20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR UNDER STAIRWAY IN BULK CONTAINER STORAGE AREA NEAR PIZZA PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING FAN COVER IN 3-DOOR COOLER. DEFROST INTERIOR OF SMALL REFRIGERATOR NEAR GRILL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF 3-DOOR COOLER(SPILLS, BLACK SUBSTANCE, ETC)
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS ALONG STAIRWAY LEADING TO ATTIC AND INSIDE CLOSET UNDER STAIRWAY. CLEAN FLOORS AROUND WATER HEATER AND ALONG WALLS IN BASEMENT 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 WALL TILES UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND BASEBOARD ALONG WALL NEAR 3-DOOR COOLER.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: INSTALL SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON STAFF WASHROOM DOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: TIGHTEN LOOSE FAUCET ON EXPOSED SINK NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Dec 27, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED CARDBOARD LINER IN REFRIGERATOR.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE AND THAT ONLY SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES ARE ALLOWED.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN BASEMENT NEED CLEANING.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER IN BASEMENT NEEDS TO BE REMOVED AND REORGANIZED.
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Apr 8, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: SEAL RAW WOOD AT BACK PIZZA AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS AT UPPER LEVEL IN FRONT OF WALK-IN COOLERS, BEER CLOSET AND PREP KITCHEN. REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES AT UPPER LEVEL REAR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REMOVE CHIPPING/PEELING PAINT IN UPPER LEVEL STORAGE AREA WHERE BASKETS ARE KEPT.
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May 20, 2015
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: NOTED DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON FLOORS IN THE COOLERS AND DRY STORAGE ROOMS. MUST CLEAN
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Nov 20, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTY STORAGE RACK IN REAR DRY STORAGE. NEED TO REMOVE RUST.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND PREP TABLE, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE WATER/DRY MOP.
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Mar 7, 2014
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2 KNIFES STORED BETWEEN TWO COOLERS INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE KNIFE RACK.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTY COOLER STORAGE RACKS NEED TO REMOVE RUST.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN FRONT SALSA COOLER FANGUARD COVER,NEED TO CLEAN TABLE STORAGE SHELVES REAR COOKING AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: NEED TO REPLACE ALL MISSING TILES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: PEELING PAINT ON NORTH WALL OVER RESTROOM DOOR NEED TO REMOVE/RESEAL. CLEAN CEILING ABOVE MICROWAVES.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NEED TO REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Feb 15, 2013
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: ALL MULTI USE UTENSILS MUST BE KEPT IN A CLEAN SANITIZED CONTAINER. MUST CORRECT 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 IN REAR STORAGE AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD SPILLS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Jan 6, 2012
Routine
3 minor violations.
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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.CLEAN DEBRIS ON FLOORS IN UPPER STORAGE AREA/ATTIC. ALSO STORAGE ON FLOORS. MUST CLEAN FLOORS,ELEVATE STORAGE.
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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 POOR REPAIR IN BASEMENT BY FURNACE. MUST REPAIR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. 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. LEAKY PIPE UNDER HAND SINK IN EMPLOYEES WASHROOM..MUST REPAIR.
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Aug 23, 2011
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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.POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MAINTAINED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN COOLERS PREPARED YESTERDAY ( IE LARGE CONTAINER OF CHICKEN SOUP APPROX 10 GALS -51F IN REACH IN COOLER,2-CONTAINERS OF COOKED RICE -49F,50F IN WALK IN COOLER). INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FROM COOLER,MANAGER DISCARDED FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY COOL FOODS BEFORE STORAGE. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED
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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. REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES IN REAR STORAGE,PREP. CLEAN STAIRS AND FLOORS IN UPPER STORAGE IN ATTIC,ELEVATE STORAGE OFF FLOOR.
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Jan 27, 2011
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. 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 leaky faucet at 3-comp sink.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Sabroso Pollo last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Sabroso Pollo on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains 22 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Sabroso Pollo?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at The Sabroso Pollo.
Has The Sabroso Pollo's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Sabroso Pollo have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Sabroso Pollo means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is The Sabroso Pollo inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Sabroso Pollo is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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