ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Sheffield At Lincoln Park last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 22, 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?
3 inspections on record, from Jun 3, 2024 to Sep 22, 2026.
Has Sheffield At Lincoln Park ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 3 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jun 3, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
3 inspections
Canvass
Sep 22, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector’s Notes
NOTED THE DINING ROOM EXIT DOOR (NORTH) LEADING TO THE OUTSIDE PATIO WITH AN OPEN 1/2 INCH GAP ON THE BOTTOM THRESHOLD. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 22, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 25, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
2 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO AVAILABLE SOAP AT HAND WASHING SINK IN PREP AREA WHILE FOOD EMPLOYEES WERE SERVING TO IMMUNOCOMPROMISED POPULATION. ONLY OBSERVED HAND SANITIZER AT HAND SINK. SOAP DISPENSER WAS BROKEN. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SOAP AT HAND WASHING SINK AT ALL TIMES FOR EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). MAINTENANCE CAME ON SITE TO FIX SOAP DISPENSER.
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 BURGERS AT IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE AT 113F IN HOT HOLDING UNIT. TCS FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 135F OR ABOVE IN HOT HOLDING UNIT. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. FOOD DISCARDED. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 5 LBS AT A COST OF $50.00.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 25, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 3, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE 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.