More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Chills Italian Ice last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Mar 3, 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?
2 inspections on record, from Mar 10, 2025 to Mar 3, 2026.
Has Chills Italian Ice ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Mar 10, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
2 inspections
Canvass
Mar 3, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINKS IN THE PREP AREA AND WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS FOR LIGHT FIXTURE ABOVE THE DISHWASHING 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
OBSERVED FLORAL DECORATION COVERING WALLS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE FLOOR DECORATION IN ORDER TO ENSURE WALLS ARE EASILY CLEANABLE.
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.