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Quick Answers
When was Farmers Milk last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Apr 28, 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?
3 inspections on record, from Feb 23, 2026 to Apr 28, 2026.
Has Farmers Milk ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Feb 23, 2026.
The Full Inspection History
3 inspections
License Re-Inspection
Apr 28, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
6-501.114--- ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND UNUSED CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT, BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES. ALL OTHER NEEDED ITEMS STORED ELEVATED AND ORGANIZED.
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, Apr 28, 2026 · Original Source
License
Apr 22, 2026
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
MISSING HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR PREP/DISHWASHING ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A HAND WASHING SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s Notes
INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SNEEZE GUARD ON THE OPEN LEFT SIDE OF THE BREAD DISPLAY/COOLING RACK THAT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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.
EXTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH PEELING PLASTIC. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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.
ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND UNUSED CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT, BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM AND STAIRWELL MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES. ALL OTHER NEEDED ITEMS STORED ELEVATED AND ORGANIZED.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
NOTED INADEQUATE LIGHTING THE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE THE LIGHT INTENSITY.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO POST "NO SMOKING" SIGNAGE AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE ESTABLISHMENT. CLEAN AIR ORDINANCE 7-32-020(A).
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.