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Quick Answers
When was Van Leeuwen Ice Cream last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 10, 2025. 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?
4 inspections on record, from Aug 18, 2025 to Sep 10, 2025.
Has Van Leeuwen Ice Cream ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Aug 18, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
License Re-Inspection
Sep 10, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
: 6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING.
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 10, 2025 · Original Source
License
Sep 3, 2025
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES MUST PROVIDE AND MAAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)
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.
OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING.
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 OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER ON SITE AND OUTSIDE CORRAL WITH TRASH AND BOXES ON GROUND IN GARBAGE CORRAL MUST PROVIDE DUMPSTER AND CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020 (B)
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.
OBSERVED A LARGE GAP BEHIND MOPSINK THAT NEEDS TO BE SEALED TO KEEP WATER FROM GOING BEHIND IT.
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.