Via Carducci La Sorella
Last inspected: Mar 19, 2025
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Across the available record, Via Carducci La Sorella has 21 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 19, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded nine times.
Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 19, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Mar 7, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL TCS FOODS HELD AT INADEQUATE TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 44-50 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD TCS FOODS ARE HELD AT 41 F AND BELOW. MANAGER DISCARDED 1 /2 POUND SALAD, 5 POUNDS DICED TOMATOES, 2 POUNDS SLICED SAUSAGE, 1/2 GALLON MILK, 1/2 GALLON HEAVY WHIPPING CREAM, AND 2 POUNDS STUFFED RAVIOLI ($150) PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2 COOLERS HELD AT AN INADEQUATE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF 45 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE COOLERS AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURES OF ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS ARE 41 F AND BELOW. COOLERS TAGGED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Jan 30, 2024
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WITH CALCIUM BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
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Jan 23, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS HELD AT INADEQUATE TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 45-47 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD TCS FOODS ARE STORED AT 41 F AND BELOW. THE MANAGER DISCARDED 1/2 POUND SLICED TOMATOES AND 1/4 POUND SAUSAGE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION WAS ISSUED.
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Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLAMS AND MUSSELS ON SITE WITH NO SHELLSTOCK TAGS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ACQUIRE SHELLSTOCK TAGS FOR CLAMS AND MUSSELS AND KEEP THEM ON SITE FOR 90 DAYS. THE MANAGER DISCARDED 8 CLAMS AND 8 POUNDS OF MUSSELS ($70). A PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION WAS ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY REMINDER AND DISCLOSURE STATEMENT ON MENU. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 10 RODENT DROPPINGS IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AREAS AFFECTED BY PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WITH CALCIUM BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING FROM BOTTOM PIPES OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WHEN WATER IS DRAINED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR SINK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOLE IN CEILING ABOVE MOP SINK WITH WATER LEAKING OUT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR.
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May 26, 2022
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD CERTIFIED MANAGER WITH NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS OBTAIN THIS CERTIFICATE.
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Jul 16, 2020
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jul 14, 2020
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: HAND WASH SINK AT BAR AREA IN POOR REPAIR, FAUCET WITH BROKEN HOT WATER KNOB, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOP HOLDER NOT CLEAN INSIDE, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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May 14, 2019
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE STATEMENT FOR FOOD ITEMS OFFERED AND REMINDER* STATEMENT FOR THE FOOD OFFERED. MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ON MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE NOT LOCATED INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE SO THAT CAN BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN REAR PREP AREA/DISHWASHING AREA.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT BAR AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROPER DATE MARKING ON TCS FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Aug 30, 2018
Complaint
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEED CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #2-201.11.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #2-501.11.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED THE 2 OF THE SINK STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE KITCHEN/DISHWASHING AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. NOTED THE AIR VENT IN THE FRONT DINING AREA DUSTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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Aug 14, 2017
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE 1 DOOR COKE COOLER AND 1 DOOR PREP COOLER IN BETWEEN THE 2 PREP COOLERS.
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May 27, 2016
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FROM 5-20-16, REPORT #1931321, NOT VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS. AFTER SEARCHING FOR IT MANAGER TOOK A CLIP BOARD WITH THE INSPECTION REPORT AND SUMMARY FROM BEHIND THREE LIQUOR BOTTLES AT BAR AREA. POSTED VISIBLE WAS COMPLIANCE SUMMARY REPORT FROM 12-4-15, REPORT #1591278. A NEW INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT GIVEN AND POSTED VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-42-010(B).
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: LABEL READY TO EAT FOOD AND FOOD PRODUCTS IN ALL COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUBBER GASKET BROKEN INSIDE THE DOOR OF SMALL COOLER ACROSS THE STOVE
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No smoking regulations
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO CUSTOMER(FEMALE AND MALE) SMOKING OUTSIDE GANGWAY(TWO FEET) BY THE OPENED WINDOW WERE CUSTOMERS HAVING LUNCH. SMOKE ODOR INSIDE THE PREMISES. SIGN POSTED ON THE RIGHT FRONT DOOR,HOWEVER DOOR IS OPENED AND THE SIGN IS FACING THE WALL, NOT VISIBLE TO CUSTOMERS.MUST SMOKE 15 FEET FROM ANY DOORS AND WINDOWS. CLEAN INDOOR AIR ORDINANCE.7-32-015
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May 20, 2016
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE:FOUND COOKED RICE STORED INSIDE THE SMALL REACH-IN COOLER ACROSS FROM OVENS AT TEMP OF 47.6F TO 48F.ALSO TIRAMISU(MADE ON PREMISES TWO DAY PRIOR OF TODAY)STORED INSIDE THE REACH-IN COOLER AT TEMP OF 46.6F TO 47.4F. COLD FOOD MUST MAINTAIN TEMP OF 40F AND BELOW.FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED.POUNDS 5,VALUE 110. CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-005(A)
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES.OBSERVED THE WAITER BRING IN THE KITCHEN LEFT OVER(HALF SANDWICHES)FROM A CUSTOMER PLACE IT ON TABLE ,SCRAPED DIRTY DISHES TO GARBAGE CONTAINER,HANDLED DIRTY UTENSIL,THEN GRABBED THE HALF SANDWICHES WITH BARE HAND AND PLACED INSIDE TO GO CONTAINER,NEVER WASHED HIS HANDS. BY THE TIME I CORRECTED THE PROBLEM WITH CERTIFIED MANAGER HE SERVED IT TO CUSTOMER WHICH COSTUMER LEFT. INFORMED THE CERTIFIED MANAGER OF HAND WASHING PROCEDURE,WHICH THE MANAGER CORRECTED THE PROBLEM. CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-010(A)
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WATER RESERVOIR WITH BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE DRIPPING INTO WATER WHERE ICE IS MADE,ALSO ALL INTERIOR PANELS OF THE UNIT WITH BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE ON IT.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE UNIT. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-005(A)
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE WASTE OIL CONTAINER NOT MAINTAINED. FOUND ENCRUSTED AND SOLID OIL ON TOP THE LID OF THE CONTAINER,DRIPPED OIL ON GROUND BY AND UNDER THE GREASE BOX,SPLATTERED OIL ON WALL BEHIND THE UNIT.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN GREASE BOX,GROUND AND WALLS.KEEP AREA CLEAN TO MINIMIZE INSECTS AND RODENT ACTIVITIES. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: LABEL READY TO EAT FOOD AND FOOD PRODUCTS IN ALL COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUBBER GASKET BROKEN INSIDE THE DOOR OF SMALL COOLER ACROSS THE STOVE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: GREASE ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MISSING CEILING TILES,NEED TO REPLACE. AT REAR AREA ABOVE THE PREP TABLE AND DISH ROOM.ALL DARK YELLOW WALLS AND CEILING TILES MUST BE CLEANED AND MAINTAINED.
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Dec 4, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: POP GUN AND HOLDER IN NEED OF CLEANING AT THE FRONT BAR AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALL IN THE FRONT BAR IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMNOVE ALL SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFIFICATES ON SITE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Jan 6, 2015
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED OF REPLACING. WORN, DISCOLORED WITH CUTS. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN REAR STORAGE AREA. 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 THROUGH OUT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AND FOOD DEBRIS. COVING NEEDED IN BAR AREA. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VENTILATION UNIT ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE UTENSIL MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZED CONTAINER NOT IN ICE. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. GAVE MANAGER FOOD HANDLER INFORMATION HAND OUT.
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Mar 27, 2014
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAK UNDER EXPOSED SINK IN PREP AREA.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE AREAS. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN STORAGE AREAS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Jan 30, 2014
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAK UNDER EXPOSED SINK IN PREP AREA.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE AREAS. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Feb 5, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods in coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date 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 equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Interior panel of ice machine, storage shelves under prep table, exterior between cooking equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light bulb under exhaust hood not shielded. Instructed to shield bulb or install shatter proof bulb.
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Apr 11, 2012
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
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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 IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF CREAM CHEESE,ARTICHOKE & SPINACH MIXTURE,&SEAFOOD MIXTURE IN (3)- 9LB. BUCKETS & ALSO 100 OR MORE WON TON WRAPPERS WITH THESE MIXTURES ON TOP LAID OUT ON TABLE IN ADJACENT PATIO DINING AREA WITH TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 46.2F-55.6F.NO TIME & TEMPERATURE LOGS AVAILABLE TO VIEW.PRODUCT WAS DUMPED & DENATURED.APPX.19 LBS. $75.(CRITICAL 7-38-005 A)CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Serious violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority.PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #679415 4/2/12 #18 NOT CORRECTED.STILL FINDING EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 40 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR & TILES,IN BETWEEN CLUTTER NEXT TO WALK IN COOLER,BEHIND FLOOR MIXER IN REAR STORAGE AREA,UNDER ICE BIN AT BAR AREA.ALSO REAR SCREEN DOOR & ADJACENT OUTSIDE PATIO DINING AREA DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS,RODENT PROOF DOORS.A REPAIR PERSON ARRIVED ON SITE TO REPAIR DOORS HAD TO GO TO STORE TO PURCHASE DOOR SWEEPS.(CRITICAL 7-42-090)CITATION ISSUED.
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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.VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED SEE VIOLATION #14.
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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 REPAIR/REPLACE RUSTY SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER USING A NONTOXIC FINISH.
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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.THE FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA ROOM,BAR AREA ARE DIRTY,CLEAN FLOOR IN DETAIL INCLUDING FLOOR DRAINS.
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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.DETAIL CLEAN DUST ACCUMALATIONS ON VENTILATION COVERS IN KITCHEN,CEILING FANS IN CUSTOMERS DINING ROOM.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.MUST PROVIDE MAINTAIN THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE REFRIGERATOR UNITS.
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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.DETAIL CLEAN ORGANIZE REAR DRY STORAGE ROOM,REMOVE UNNECASSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.ALSO PERSONAL BELONGINGS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED IN A DESIGNATED AREA AWAY FROM DRY FOODS.
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Apr 2, 2012
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 50 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN CLUTTER NEXT TO WALK IN COOLER,ON FLOOR UNDER ICE BIN BEHIND BAR , ON FLOOR NEXT TO SHELVING UNIT IN DINING AREA & OUTSIDE ADJACENT PATIO DINING AREA & REAR SCREEN DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS,RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 4/2/12.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)CITATION ISSUED.
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Nov 15, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
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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 PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD AT BAR AREA, BY EXPOSED HAND BOWL BETWEEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK
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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. FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN NEED FOR FURTHER CLEANING AND REAR DOOR THRESHOLD NEEDS ADJUSTMENT WERE NOTED
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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. MUST REPAIR CHIPPING WALL SURFACE IN KITCHEN AREA, AND REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MUST CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN AREA, AND REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT IN REAR 2 DOOR FREEZER
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Jul 12, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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.FOUND SOME WORNED OUT CUTTING BOARDS IN KITCHEN,FOUND RUST ON SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.
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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.FLOORS IN REAR STORAGE ROOM ARE DIRTY,CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL.
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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.WALLS IN KITCHEN AREA ARE 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.FOUND WATER LEAKING AT PIPE BENEATH 3 COMP SINK 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.REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM PREMISES.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Via Carducci La Sorella last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Via Carducci La Sorella on file is from Mar 19, 2025. The public record contains 21 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Via Carducci La Sorella?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Via Carducci La Sorella.
Has Via Carducci La Sorella's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Via Carducci La Sorella have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Via Carducci La Sorella 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 Via Carducci La Sorella inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Via Carducci La Sorella is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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