ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Chicago's Original Maxwell St last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on May 18, 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?
2 inspections on record, from Oct 7, 2024 to May 18, 2026.
Has Chicago's Original Maxwell St ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Oct 7, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
2 inspections
Canvass
May 18, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 48Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s Notes
Missing sink stoppers for 3-comp sink, instructed to obtain.
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, May 18, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 7, 2024
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4" IN RIGHT CORNER OF BACK EXIT DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
OBSERVED RUSTED AND DIRTY SHELVES IN THE TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR. SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. 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.
NOTED BOXES WITH FOOD ON THE FLOOR OF WALK-IN FREEZER. MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS TO ALLOW CLEANING.
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.