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Restaurant · Chicago, IL

Onions & Cilantro, Inc.

2235 N Western Ave

Last inspected Jan 27, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Quick Answers

When was Onions & Cilantro, Inc. last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Jan 27, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 3 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
3 inspections on record, from Apr 15, 2024 to Jan 27, 2026.
Has Onions & Cilantro, Inc. ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Apr 15, 2024.

The Full Inspection History

3 inspections

Canvass

Jan 27, 2026

Pass

3 recorded violations

notedCode 38Pests

Official Wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s Notes

OBSERVED SIDE DOOR LEADING TO DUMPSTER AREA. NOT RODENT PROOF. INSTRUCTED TO ENCLOSE OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

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 insects
notedCode 56Facility maintenance

Official Wording

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Inspector’s Notes

OBSERVED INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN REAR DISHWASHING/STORAGE AREA. INSTURUCTED TO INCREASE LIGHTING

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.

More about building upkeep issues
notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

Inspector’s Notes

INSTUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE HOLDER AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW.

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 issues

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 27, 2026 · Original Source

Canvass

Mar 11, 2025

Pass

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 11, 2025 · Original Source

Canvass

Apr 15, 2024

Pass

2 recorded violations

notedCode 37Food source and labeling

Official Wording

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Inspector’s Notes

FOUND BULK FOOD CONTAINERS WITH NO LABELS.(FLOUR, SUGAR,BEANS,ETC.)MUST PROVIDE.

In Plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
notedCode 56Facility maintenance

Official Wording

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Inspector’s Notes

FOUND LIGHT FIXTURE IN POOR REPAIR(EXPOSED WIRING) AT TOOL STORAGE AREAS.MUST REPAIR.

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.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 15, 2024 · Original Source

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