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Quick Answers
When was Cadinho Bakery & Cafe last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 22, 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?
4 inspections on record, from May 31, 2024 to Oct 22, 2026.
Has Cadinho Bakery & Cafe ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated May 31, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
Complaint Re-Inspection
Oct 22, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 36Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector’s Notes
4-204.112(B): OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER INSIDE THE INSIGNIA REFRIGERATOR NEXT TO THE DOUBLE DECKER OVENS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector’s Notes
4-301.12: OBSERVED TWO MISSING SINK STOPPERS FOR THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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, Oct 22, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Oct 15, 2026
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector’s Notes
UPON ARRIVAL, OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH THE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE, WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. BIANCA PROVIDED A SERVSAFE MANAGER CERTIFICATE WITH THE EXAMINATION DATE OF 10/22/2022. A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT THE END OF THE WALK THROUGH OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE WITH THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE, WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012, CITATION ISSUED
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.
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE IMPROPERLY WASHING DISHES AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WITHOUT SETTING IT UP TO WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE AS REQUIRED BY THE CODE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT ALWAYS TO SET UP THE SINK WHEN WASHING EQUIPMENT. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY HAD EMPLOYEE SET UP THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE USING THE QUATERNARY SSNITZIER. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED
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.
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER SANITIZER TEST STRIP KIT ON-SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION TO TEST CONCENTRATION OF SANITIZER IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. CHLORINE TEST STRIPS WERE PROVIDED FOR QUATERNARY CHEMICAL SANITIZER USED FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A PROPER TEST STRIP KIT ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TO MONITOR THE STRENGTH OF THE SANITIZER PROPERLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED
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.
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST TAKE COURSE AND MAINTAIN RECORD ON SITE.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 15, 2026 · Original Source
License
Jul 12, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
4 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s Notes
2-102.14(O) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.
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.
3-302.12 OBSERVED NO LABELS ON THE DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s Notes
3-305.11 OBSERVED SHELVING, 2 PREP TABLES, AND POTS STORED UNDER A SEWER LINE IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS AND NOT STORE ANYTHING UNDER SEWER LINES.
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s Notes
4-603.15 OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE ON WASHING, RINSING, AND SANITIZING CLEAN-IN-PLACE EQUIPMENT (DOUGH MACHINE/MIXERS). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.