More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Azucar Bar & Grill last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Feb 19, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 2 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
5 inspections on record, from Nov 26, 2024 to Feb 19, 2026.
Has Azucar Bar & Grill ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 5 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Nov 26, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
5 inspections
Canvass
Feb 19, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official Wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED WORKING INGREDIENTS REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL PACKAGING STORED IN BULK CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
OBSERVED INSIDE COOLING UNITS INSIDE PREP AREA WITH FOOD RESIDUE ON INTERIOR SURFACES. NOTED GREASE FRYER WITH ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 19, 2026 · Original Source
Non-Inspection
Feb 2, 2026
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 2, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 20, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
FOUND NO HANDWASHING SIGN AT BAR AREAS.MUST PROVIDE.
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
FOUND WALL AT LOWER LEVEL FOOD STORAGE AREAS NOT SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN.MUST REPAIR.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.