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Restaurant · Chicago, IL

The Caterist

3310 N Elston Ave

Last inspected Jul 7, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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When was The Caterist last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Jul 7, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass w/ Conditions”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 3 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
2 inspections on record, from Jun 1, 2026 to Jul 7, 2026.
Has The Caterist ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jun 1, 2026.

The Full Inspection History

2 inspections

License

Jul 7, 2026

Pass w/ Conditions

3 recorded violations

notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings

Official Wording

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

Inspector’s Notes

OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. PERSON IN CHARGE INFORMED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.

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
notedCode 38Pests

Official Wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s Notes

OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED. OBSERVED 1/2 INCH OPENING ON BOTTOM OF FRONT DOUBLE DOORS. MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

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.

More about signs of rodents or insects
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s Notes

OBSERVED DUST ACCUMULATED ON CEILING VENTILATION VENTS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN FOOD PREPARATION AREA AND INSIDE WASHROOMS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 7, 2026 · Original Source

License

Jun 1, 2026

Not Ready

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 1, 2026 · Original Source

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