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Catering · Chicago, IL

Ooh Catering & Events

1532 W 14th St

Last inspected Oct 19, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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When was Ooh Catering & Events last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 19, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass w/ Conditions”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 5 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
2 inspections on record, from Feb 6, 2025 to Oct 19, 2026.
Has Ooh Catering & Events ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Feb 6, 2025.

The Full Inspection History

2 inspections

Canvass

Oct 19, 2026

Pass w/ Conditions

5 recorded violations

notedCode 21Food temperature

Official Wording

Proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector’s Notes

FOUND THE FOLLOWING TCS FOOD PRODUCTS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. CHICKEN WINGS 122.0, RICE 119.8, SOUP 125.3, AND WHOLE CARROTS 118.4. ALL FOOD WAS BEEN SERVED BUFFET STYLE WITH NO MECHANICAL HEATING. ALL FOOD WAS DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. TOTAL VALUE 50 LBS $300.00 PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 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.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 39Contamination

Official Wording

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Inspector’s Notes

INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode 45Equipment and utensils

Official Wording

Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

Inspector’s Notes

DRINK DISPENSORS IN NEED OF CLEANING AT NOZZLES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

In Plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Inspector’s Notes

LARGE CAN OPENER IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

Allergen training as required

Inspector’s Notes

ALL CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE HOLDERS IN NEED OF ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN

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, Oct 19, 2026 · Original Source

License

Feb 6, 2025

Pass

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 6, 2025 · Original Source

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