CHICAGO, IL - A health department inspection at Sodexho America, LLC on 07/21/2025 revealed multiple health code violations.
Located in the heart of University Village, Sodexho America, LLC operates from a prominent location at 525 S Racine Avenue Chicago Illinois, making it easily accessible to area customers.
The inspection report notes: "5-202." Food safety guidelines indicate that such conditions should be addressed promptly.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving sanitation, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive sanitation practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. The FDA Sanitation Standards offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
The inspection identified violations related to hand washing, an important area of food safety.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive hand washing practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Proper hand hygiene represents the single most effective method for preventing cross-contamination in food service. The FDA Hand Washing Standards offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.
Health department officials will conduct a comprehensive re-inspection to ensure that all violations have been properly addressed. The establishment must demonstrate full compliance before the matter can be considered resolved.
This incident highlights the critical importance of rigorous food safety protocols in commercial food service. Local residents are encouraged to review public inspection records when making dining decisions.
| Inspection ID | 2620955 |
| DBA Name | SODEXHO AMERICA |
| AKA Name | CREDIT UNION 1 ARENA |
| License # | 1823898 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 2 (Medium) |
| Address | 525 S RACINE AVE |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60607 |
| Inspection Date | 07/21/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Canvass Re-Inspection |
| Results | Fail |
| Violations | 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 5-202.12(E) OBSERVED HOT WATER ABOVE 120F AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE CUSTOMER WASHROOMS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER BETWEEN 100-120F AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). |
| Latitude | 41.874583513070945 |
| Longitude | -87.65668598770499 |
| Location | (41.874583513070945 |
This inspection was conducted on July 21, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: sanitation, hand-washing.
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.
All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the Chicago Department of Public Health . View the original data source .
Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:
Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.
