CHICAGO, IL - A routine inspection at Spicy Desi Chicago on 07/22/2025 resulted in citations for health code violations.
Spicy Desi Chicago is positioned at 135 N Kedzie Avenue Chicago Illinois in the East Garfield Park area, drawing neighborhood patrons and tourists.
Inspectors documented: "Observed facility with use of the sample clean up policy provided from cdph website and no supplies. 005.. 10." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.
The examination revealed violations related to sanitation, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper sanitation protocols. The FDA Sanitation Standards clearly states that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations.
The inspection found infractions involving pest control, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive pest control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times. 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.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate hand washing procedures. As outlined in CDC Hand Hygiene Guidelines, Proper hand hygiene represents the single most effective method for preventing cross-contamination in food service. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
Health department officials noted violations related to temperature control, which require attention for public health compliance.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper temperature control protocols. The USDA Safe Temperature Standards clearly states that The FDA requires continuous temperature monitoring for all potentially hazardous foods in commercial kitchens.
Beyond regulatory requirements, such infractions may affect the restaurant's standing and customer relationships. Local food safety organizations monitor inspection results to provide information to the public.
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.
These findings underscore the essential nature of comprehensive health compliance in restaurant operations. Community members should feel empowered to examine health department findings when choosing restaurants.
| Inspection ID | 2621032 |
| DBA Name | SPICY DESI CHICAGO |
| AKA Name | SPICY DESI CHICAGO |
| License # | 3006954 |
| Facility Type | Mobile Food Preparer |
| Risk | Risk 2 (Medium) |
| Address | 135 N KEDZIE AVE |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60612 |
| Inspection Date | 07/22/2025 |
| Inspection Type | License |
| Results | Fail |
| Violations | 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED FACILITY WITH USE OF THE SAMPLE CLEAN UP POLICY PROVIDED FROM CDPH WEBSITE AND NO SUPPLIES. MUST ENSURE THE AVAILABILITY OF BOTH A CLEAN UP POLICY AND ADEQUATE SUPPLIES (DISPOSABLE MOP |
| AND ADEQUATE SANITIZER *MUST ELIMINATE NOROVIRUS*) ON SITE TO PROPERLY CLEAN UP ANY VOMIT OR DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FOOD TRUCK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. | 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments | OBSERVED SINK UNABLE TO BE USED DUE TO EXCESSIVE LEAK OF BROKEN INLET WATER PIPE BELOW. UNABLE TO CHECK HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). | 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HANDSINK NOT STOCKED WITH HAND SOAP. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT HAND SOAP MUST BE AVAILABLE AT HANDSINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). | 36. THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE TO MONITOR THE INTERNAL FOOD TEMPERATURE OF TCS FOOD COOKED ON TRUCK. MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN PROPER THERMOMETERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. | 37. FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED LICENSE NUMBER NOT ON TRUCK. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PRINT LICENSE NAME LATERALLY ON SIDE OF TRUCK AT LEAST 2INCHES TALL IN EASILY VISIBLE COLOR AND FONT. | 48. WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED |
| MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments | "OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TEST KIT FOR PROPER CONCENTRATION IN SANITIZING SOLUTIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. | 50. HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: UNABLE TO VERIFY HOT WATER ON TRUCK. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HOT RUNNING POTABLE WATER AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). | 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED PIPE AT HAND SINK AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK COMPLETELY BROKE AND WATER UNABLE TO REACH FAUCETS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROPERLY REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C) | 52. SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED NO GREASE TRAP AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN. | 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED NO TRASH CAN ON VEHICLE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN TRASH CAN AT ALL TIMES. |
| Latitude | 41.88390509704504 |
| Longitude | -87.70605925083947 |
| Location | (41.88390509704504 |
This inspection was conducted on July 22, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: sanitation, pest-control, hand-washing, 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.
