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Quick Answers
When was Noble Fat last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 29, 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?
4 inspections on record, from Jul 28, 2025 to Sep 29, 2026.
Has Noble Fat ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jul 28, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Sep 29, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 48Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector’s Notes
MUST PROVIDE A WRITTEN CLEANING AND SANITIZING PROCEDURE FOR THE ICE CREAM MACHINE THAT IS UNABLE TO BE SUBMERGED IN THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND DEMONSTRATE HOW THE MACHINE WOULD BE WASHED AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK
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.
FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER WITH FOOD SPILLAGE. 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 29, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 22, 2026
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 25Food temperature
Official Wording
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector’s Notes
MENU DOES NOT DISCLOSE AND INFORM CONSUMERS THE SPECIFIC MENU ITEMS THAT ARE RAW OR UNDERCOOKED SUCH AS EGGS COOKED TO ORDER. MUST DISCLOSE AND REMIND CUSTOMERS OF SUCH FOOD ON BOTH THE PRINTED AND VIRTUAL MENUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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.
EMPLOYEE NOTED PREPARING BEVERAGES WITHOUT AN EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINT.
In Plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector’s Notes
MUST PROVIDE A WRITTEN CLEANING AND SANITIZING PROCEDURE FOR THE ICE CREAM MACHINE THAT IS UNABLE TO BE SUBMERGED IN THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND DEMONSTRATE HOW THE MACHINE WOULD BE WASHED AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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.
FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER WITH FOOD SPILLAGE. 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 22, 2026 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
Aug 4, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 4, 2025 · Original Source
License
Jul 28, 2025
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s Notes
NO ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON SITE. MUST POST ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012.
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.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF PREP COOLER IN KITCHEN AT 50F. AMBIENT TEMPERATURE MUST BE AT 41F OR BELOW INSIDE OF A COLD HOLDING UNIT. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005.
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.
OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(c). LOG BOOK MUST HAVE IDPH PEST CONTROL LICENSE NUMBER, SERVICE REPORTS FROM THE LAST 12 MONTHS AND PEST CONTROL SERVICES DONE BY A LICENSED EXTERMINATOR AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR.
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 MINOR LEAK AT PIPE BELOW HAND SINK IN KITCHEN. MUST REPAIR.
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.
OBSERVED CUSTOMERS TOILET ROOM DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING LOCATED ADJACENT TO DINING ROOM. MUST INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON DOOR.
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.