ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Vista Cafe last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Feb 25, 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?
2 inspections on record, from Apr 15, 2024 to Feb 25, 2025.
Has Vista Cafe ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Apr 15, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
2 inspections
Canvass
Feb 25, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
MUST HANG MOPS TO ALL TO DRY PROPERLY WHEN NOT IN USE.
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, Feb 25, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 15, 2024
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s Notes
NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE FOR CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
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.
FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD UP NOTED ON THE FLOORS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AREA UNDER EQUIPMENT AND ALONG WALL BASES.
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.