More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Big Shoulders Coffee last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 9, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
4 inspections on record, from Apr 12, 2024 to Nov 9, 2026.
Has Big Shoulders Coffee ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Apr 12, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
Canvass
Nov 9, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED DAMAGED CAULK AT BASE OF GREASE TRAP. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DAMAGED CAULK AND SMOOTHLY RECAULK GREASE TRAP FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
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, Nov 9, 2026 · Original Source
License
Jan 14, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 14, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jan 14, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED DRAIN IN FRONT SERVICE AREA WITH GRIME AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE 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, Jan 14, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 12, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. INSTRUCTED CERTIFIED MANAGER TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING AND RETAIN CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR REVIEW.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.