CHICAGO, IL - City health officials cited Starbucks #231 for health violations during an inspection on 07/22/2025.
The establishment operates from 3400 N Southport Avenue Chicago Illinois in Lakeview, a busy area of Chicago known for its dining scene.
The inspection report documents: "1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties - comments: person in charge does not have a city of chicago food service sanitation certificate. Observed no city of chicago certified food manager on premises while TCS foo..." Health officials note that these violations need attention to maintain proper compliance.
The examination revealed violations related to pest control, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate pest control procedures. As outlined in FDA Food Code Standards, Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
Among the findings were infractions involving sanitation, a key component of food safety protocols.
Industry best practices require establishments to maintain rigorous cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance According to FDA Sanitation Standards, The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
Among the findings were infractions involving temperature control, a key component of food safety protocols.
Industry research indicates that improper food temperatures can allow dangerous bacteria to multiply rapidly According to USDA Safe Temperature Standards, Maintaining proper food temperatures is the most effective method for preventing bacterial growth and foodborne illness. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
In addition to regulatory requirements, these issues may affect the business's standing and public trust. Community health organizations track health department findings to provide education to local residents.
Regulatory authorities have scheduled an extensive follow-up review to confirm that every infraction has been adequately corrected. Management are required to show complete correction before these violations will be deemed closed.
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 | 2621031 |
| DBA Name | STARBUCKS #231 |
| AKA Name | STARBUCKS |
| License # | 2253111 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 2 (Medium) |
| Address | 3400 N SOUTHPORT AVE |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60657 |
| Inspection Date | 07/22/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Canvass Re-Inspection |
| Results | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violations | 1. PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT |
| AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments | PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. | 2. CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON PREMISES WHILE TCS FOODS (MILK |
| MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments | OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTILATION VENT IN THE UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DUST AND DIRT BUILD UP ON CEILING LIGHT SHIELDS COVERS ABOVE FOOD STORAGE SHELVING IN REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA. |
| Latitude | 41.94346156594386 |
| Longitude | -87.66406559146299 |
| Location | (41.94346156594386 |
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.
