More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Mama Delia & Bordel last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 11, 2025. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass w/ Conditions”.
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?
4 inspections on record, from Sep 12, 2024 to Sep 11, 2025.
Has Mama Delia & Bordel ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Sep 12, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
Canvass
Sep 11, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
1 recorded violation
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official Wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s Notes
TCS food Held at improper temperature, found a 20 lb container of beef stock held at 52.3f, stock placed in a tightly closed large tube stored in walk-in cooler from a day before. Instructed to keep all cold TCS foods at 41f or lower, food discarded valued at $150.
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 11, 2025 · Original Source
Non-Inspection
Aug 20, 2025
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 20, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Sep 18, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 18, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 12, 2024
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 33Food temperature
Official Wording
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED 2 COOLERS WITH INADEQUATE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURES OF 44 F AND 50 F. ONE COOLER HAS MULTIPLE DOORS WITH 2 DOORS MEASURING ADEQUATE TEMPERATURES. NO FOOD PLACED IN COOLERS AT TIME OF INSPECTION. COOLERS TAGGED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATOR FOR MEASURING UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE IN HOT WATER DISH MACHINES. MANAGER PROVIDED TEST STRIPS FOR MEASURING WATER TEMPERATURE ONLY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATOR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO 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 CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS HAVE AN UP TO DATE FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE.
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.