ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was The Irish Nobleman last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Jul 10, 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?
7 inspections on record, from Feb 6, 2024 to Jul 10, 2026.
Has The Irish Nobleman ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 7 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Feb 6, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
7 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jul 10, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
4-602.13--OBSERVED GREASE SPILLS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND INSIDE OF FRYERS IN KITCHEN. MUST CLEAN 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, Jul 10, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 7, 2026
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND WASHING SINK IN BASMENT AT 65F. MINIMUM WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND WASHING SINK MUST BE AT 100F OR ABOVE THROUGH MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. PRIORITY 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 CHLORINE SANITIZER READING AT 0 PPM INSIDE LOW-TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. CHLORINE SANITIZER MUST BE READING AT 100 PPM. MACHINE NOT IN USE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-025.NO CITATION ISSUED
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 SPILLS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND INSIDE OF FRYERS IN KITCHEN. MUST CLEAN 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, Jul 7, 2026 · Original Source
Non-Inspection
Jun 8, 2026
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 8, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Jun 27, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED GAPS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT DOORS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PROPER WEATHER STRIPING TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS
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.
FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS IN THE KITCHEN NEEDS CLEANING. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE BASEMENT AND KEEP DRY AS POSSIBLE.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED THE KITCHEN LIGHT FLICKERING AND DIM. MUST REPAIR AND PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN BRIGHTER LIGHTS.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 27, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Mar 5, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official Wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
6-304.11 REPAIR OR REPLACE THE VENTILATION FAN IN THE MEN'S WASHROOM.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 5, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Feb 26, 2024
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED UNPAINTED DRYWALL ON THE CEILING OF THE BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PAINT THE CEILING. OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES AND GAPS BETWEEN THE FLOOR BEHIND THE BAR AND UNDER THE BEER COOLERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE BROKEN FLOOR TILES AND SEAL THE GAPS BETWEEN THE FLOOR.
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 APPROX. 20 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS ON THE WALLS AND SHELVES BEHIND THE BAR. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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 THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM IN THE BASEMENT WITHOUT A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE INSTALLED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
REPAIR OR REPLACE THE VENTILATION FAN IN THE MEN'S WASHROOM.
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.