CHICAGO, IL - An inspection conducted at Moretti'S on 07/25/2025 identified food safety violations.
Located in the heart of Norwood Park, Moretti'S operates from a prominent location at 6727-6733 N Olmsted Avenue Chicago Illinois, making it easily accessible to area customers.
Inspectors documented: "Person in charge with no original city of chicago food sanitation certificate available on site. Instructed to provide handwashing signage at hand sink in the basement prep area." This finding indicates a need for compliance with established food safety protocols.
The inspection identified violations related to sanitation, an important area of food safety.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper sanitation protocols. The Food Safety Modernization Act clearly states that Proper sanitation practices prevent cross-contamination and maintain the integrity of food preparation environments.
Health department officials noted violations related to pest control, which require attention for public health compliance.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper pest control protocols. The FDA Food Code Standards clearly states that The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times.
Health department officials noted violations related to hand washing, which require attention for public health compliance.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive hand washing practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Federal guidelines require food service workers to wash hands for a minimum of 20 seconds using soap and warm water. The Chicago Health Department Requirements offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
Health department officials noted violations related to temperature control, which require attention for public health compliance.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive temperature control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Maintaining proper food temperatures is the most effective method for preventing bacterial growth and foodborne illness. The USDA Safe Temperature Standards offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
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.
Local regulatory authorities have ordered that Moretti'S swiftly remediate the documented deficiencies before reopening to customers. Additional review is planned to confirm remediation.
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 | 2621279 |
| DBA Name | MORETTI'S |
| AKA Name | MORETTI'S |
| License # | 2298369 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 6727-6733 N OLMSTED AVE |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60631 |
| Inspection Date | 07/25/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Complaint |
| Results | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violations | 2. CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: PERSON IN CHARGE WITH NO ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE |
| FISH ETC) WITH AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE AND MUST BE POSTED AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED | 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments | INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA. | 37. FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (FLOUR |
| STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments | OBSERVED FOOD BOXES STORED ON FLOOR INSIDE THE BASEMENT WALK-IN FREEZER. MUST BE STORE 6" OFF THE FLOOR TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION. | 43. IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED ICE SCOOP STORED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE IN A SEPARATE CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION. | 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE |
| CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments | INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE RED WORN OUT CUTTING BOARD IN THE MAIN PREP/COOKING AREA CAND GREEN CUTTING BOARDS IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA. | 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT. | 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH THE DISH MACHINE SPRAYER SINK AND IN LEAKY DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH THE PREP SINK IN THE DISHROOM/KITCHEN. | 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED |
| MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments | OBSERVED DISH ROOM WALL AND CEILING IN POOR REPAIR WITH PEELING PAINT AND WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. |
| Latitude | 42.00273166409286 |
| Longitude | -87.81768655374508 |
| Location | (42.00273166409286 |
This inspection was conducted on July 25, 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.
