More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Sando Street last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 4, 2026. 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?
6 inspections on record, from Dec 3, 2024 to Nov 4, 2026.
Has Sando Street ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 6 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Dec 3, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
6 inspections
Canvass
Nov 4, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
1 recorded violation
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NON SERVICE ANIMAL(LIVE PET DOG) INSIDE OF RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE ONLY SERVICE ANIMALS ARE ALLOWED INSIDE OF RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-40-060. CITATION ISSUED. CUSTOMER WITH LIVE DOG LEFT PREMISES DURING INSPECTION.
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 NO DRAIN PLUGS ON SITE FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE NUMBER OF DRAIN PLUGS.
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 GREASE AND DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOORS AROUND EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
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 FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 18, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Dec 19, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s Notes
2-102.13 OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT THE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. INFORMED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING AND PROVIDE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 19, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Dec 3, 2024
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED THE HAND WASHING SINK WITH A LEAK AT THE DRAIN PIPE OF THE SINK, RUNS ON TO THE FLOOR WHEN WATER RUNS. MANAGEMENT PLACED LARGE BUCKET UNDER TO CATCH WATER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A PROPER SOURCE FOR HAND WASHING FOR SANITATION REASONS. 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.
OBSERVED A SMALL LEAK AT THE DRAIN PIPE OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND THE HOT WATER KNOB OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED 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 A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND SMALL DEBRIS UNDER AND BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT ALONG THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
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 NEW MANAGER WITHOUT THE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. INFORMED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING AND PROVIDE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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.