SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Sounding last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 29, 2025. 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?
7 inspections on record, from Jan 23, 2024 to Oct 29, 2025.
Has Sounding ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 7 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jan 23, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
7 inspections
Canvass
Oct 29, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
1 recorded violation
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED HOT RUNNING WATER AT DISHWASHING AREA HANDWASHING SINK TEMPERATURE 123.2F-125.0F AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100F-120F AT ALL HAND WASH SINKS. ENGINEERING WAS ABLE TO TURN DOWN TO 110-115F. 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 THE OPENINGS OF THE DEEP FRYERS IN THE SOUNDINGS KITCHEN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECTS FROM FEEDING AND OR HARBORING.
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, Jun 28, 2024 · Original Source
License
Jun 28, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 28, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 20, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 20, 2024 · Original Source
License
Mar 20, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 20, 2024 · Original Source
License
Jan 23, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s Notes
FOUND CFM MANAGER WITHOUT PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CFM MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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.