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Quick Answers
When was Organiclife last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 26, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
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 5, 2024 to Oct 26, 2026.
Has Organiclife 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 5, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
Canvass
Oct 26, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED MISSING HANDWASH SIGNAGE IN BOYS AND GIRLS RESTROOMS NEXT TO KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
OBSERVED MILK CRATES USED AS SHELVING UNITS IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE.
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 LEFT SINK NOT OPERABLE IN GIRLS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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 MISSING STALL DOORS IN BOYS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE STALL DOORS 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 23, 2025 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
Sep 12, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 12, 2024 · Original Source
License
Sep 5, 2024
Fail
1 recorded violation
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
FOUND NO RUNNING WATER AT THE HANDSINK IN THE GIRLS WASHROOM IN THE BASEMENT AREA; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT THE SINK AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.