CHICAGO, IL - Health department officials identified compliance problems at Shore Club during an inspection on 07/22/2025.
Shore Club is positioned at 1603 N Lake Shore Drive in the Streeterville area, drawing neighborhood patrons and tourists.
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Inspectors documented: "3. Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting - comments: noted no employee health policy on site at the time of inspection following the new code and guidelines. 010. No today. 5." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.
Among the findings were infractions involving sanitation, a key component of food safety protocols.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate sanitation procedures. As outlined in Food Safety Modernization Act, The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
The inspection identified violations related to pest control, an important area of food safety.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive pest control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. The FDA Food Code Standards offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
The inspection identified violations related to hand washing, an important area of food safety.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper hand washing protocols. The FDA Hand Washing Standards clearly states that Federal guidelines require food service workers to wash hands for a minimum of 20 seconds using soap and warm water.
Such infractions require attention for the business to maintain compliance with community safety standards. Public health officials note that addressing these violations helps maintain trust in dining establishments.
Local regulatory authorities have ordered that Shore Club swiftly remediate the documented deficiencies before reopening to customers. Additional review is planned to confirm remediation.
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.
📋 Complete Inspection Data
| Inspection ID | 2621056 |
| DBA Name | SHORE CLUB |
| AKA Name | SHORE CLUB |
| License # | 3031837 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 1603 N LAKE SHORE DR |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60610 |
| Inspection Date | 07/22/2025 |
| Inspection Type | License |
| Results | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violations | 3. MANAGEMENT |
| RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments | NOTED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION FOLLOWING THE NEW CODE AND GUIDELINES. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE VERIFICATION OF POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE ONE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED TODAY | 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: MANAGEMENT UNABLE TO PROVIDE A PROCEDURE FOR CLEANING UP VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ONE INCLUDING THE CHEMICALS AND SUPPLIES NEEDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED | 39. CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION |
| STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments | NOTED NO SPLASHGUARD BETWEEN THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AT THE KITCHEN AND THE PREP TABLE. MUST INSTALL A WASHABLE SPLASHGUARD. | 43. IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: NOTED SERVING PLATES ON SHELVES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AND DINING AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL SERVING PLATES AT THE PREP AND DINNING TABLES TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION. | 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT HOT WATER DISPENSER AND CAPPUCCINO/ESPRESSO MACHINE. MUST INSTALL SO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED. | 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: NOTED LEAKAGE AT THE BOTTOM PIPING OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. | 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: NOTED NO GREASE TRAP ON PREMISE FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A GREASE TRAP FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. | 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED |
| MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments | INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE OF THE BAR AND DISH WASHING AREA. |
| Latitude | 41.91137199562473 |
| Longitude | -87.62624539660509 |
| Location | (41.91137199562473 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was this inspection conducted?
This inspection was conducted on July 22, 2025.
Who conducted this inspection?
Chicago Department of Public Health
What violations were found during this inspection?
The following violations were found: sanitation, pest-control, hand-washing.
Why are these violations concerning?
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.