CHICAGO, IL - An inspection on 07/22/2025 at Qamaria Yemeni Coffee uncovered significant health code violations.
Located in the heart of Irving Park, Qamaria Yemeni Coffee operates from a prominent location at 4728-4730 N Kedzie Avenue Chicago Illinois, making it easily accessible to area customers.
Health department documentation states: "Observed several cold-holding units on-site missing internal ambient air thermometers. 38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present - comments: observed facility with no pest control log book or licensed pest control service agreement at time of li..." Such infractions require correction to meet regulatory standards.
The inspection found infractions involving pest control, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper pest control protocols. The FDA Pest Control Guidelines clearly states that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs.
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 The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. The Food Safety Modernization Act offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
Health department officials noted violations related to temperature control, which require attention for public health compliance.
Professional food safety experts consider temperature monitoring essential for preventing foodborne illness Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Temperature abuse remains the leading cause of foodborne illness outbreaks in restaurant settings. Per FDA Temperature Safety Guidelines, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.
The Chicago Department of Public Health has mandated that Qamaria Yemeni Coffee immediately address all identified violations before resuming normal operations. A follow-up inspection has been scheduled to verify compliance.
Food service professionals should take note of important insights from these findings, highlighting the importance of ongoing compliance to health code requirements. Public education continues to be an essential element in ensuring public health protection.
| Inspection ID | 2621046 |
| DBA Name | QAMARIA YEMENI COFFEE |
| AKA Name | QAMARIA YEMENI COFFEE |
| License # | 3031147 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 2 (Medium) |
| Address | 4728-4730 N KEDZIE AVE |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60625 |
| Inspection Date | 07/22/2025 |
| Inspection Type | License |
| Results | Fail |
| Violations | 36. THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL COLD-HOLDING UNITS ON-SITE MISSING INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER IN A CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY-VIEWABLE LOCATION IN ALL EQUIPMENT USED TO COLD-HOLD TCS FOOD ITEMS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. | 38. INSECTS |
| & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments | OBSERVED GAP GREATER THAN 1/4" PRESENT BETWEEN DOOR AND DOORFRAME AT THE REAR EXTERIOR DOUBLE DOORS AND REAR EMERGENCY EXIT DOOR (NEAR WASHROOMS). INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DOORS TO ELIMINATE GAP AND MAINTAIN ALL EXTERIOR OPENINGS FREE FROM GAPS OR HOLES TO PREVENT ENTRY OF INSECTS OR OTHER PESTS. | 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COMMERCIAL DUMPSTER OR COMMERIAL WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICE AGREEMENT ON-SITE AT TIME OF LICENSE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN COMMERCIAL WASTE DISPOSAL AGREEMENT AND MAINTAIN AT LEAST ONE COMMERCIAL DUMPSTER ON-SITE FOR THE REMOVAL OF REFUSE AT ALL TIMES OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(B) NO CITATION ISSUED. | 57. ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD EMPLOYEES ON-SITE WITHOUT CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING OR FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES THAT DO NOT HAVE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER TRAINING WITH FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE(S) ON-SITE FOR INSPECTOR REVIEW AT ALL TIMES. |
| Latitude | 41.96750886828446 |
| Longitude | -87.70859271546323 |
| Location | (41.96750886828446 |
This inspection was conducted on July 22, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: pest-control, sanitation, temperature-control.
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.
