License
Oct 22, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 22, 2026 · Original Source
Restaurant · Chicago, IL
La Locanda
5129 S Archer Ave
Last inspected Oct 22, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗
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Quick Answers
- When was La Locanda 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?
- No. No violations were recorded at the most recent inspection.
- How many inspections are on record?
- 3 inspections on record, from May 26, 2026 to Oct 22, 2026.
- Has La Locanda ever been closed by the health department?
- No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated May 26, 2026.
The Full Inspection History
3 inspectionsLicense
Oct 22, 2026
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED OPENING ON LEFT SIDE OF REAR EXIT DOOR NEAR STAIRWELL. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 48Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED FADED DATA PLATE ON LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EASILY ACCESSIBLE AND READABLE DATA PLATE AFFIXED TO THE MACHINE BY THE MANUFACTURER THAT INDICATES THE MACHINE'S DESIGN AND OPERATION SPECIFICATIONS.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO PREP SINK IN BEVERAGE STATION. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL ONE SINK IN BEVERAGE STATION FOR OBTAINING WATER AND DISCARDING LIQUID WASTE IS REQUIRED IN ANY FOOD PREPARATION AREA.
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED MOPS DRYING IN INTERIOR OF UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL MOP DRYING RACK FOR PROPER DRYING AND DRAINAGE OF MOPS TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
Allergen training as required
Inspector’s Notes
AT TIME OF INSPECTION FACILITY PROVIDED NO ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR EMPLOYEE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATES.
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 22, 2026 · Original Source
License
May 26, 2026
Not Ready
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 26, 2026 · Original Source