CHICAGO, IL - A scheduled inspection at Neko Sushi & Thai on 07/25/2025 documented several health code infractions.
Located in the heart of Irving Park, Neko Sushi & Thai operates from a prominent location at 5239 N Central Avenue Chicago Illinois, making it easily accessible to area customers.
The inspection report documents: "3. Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting - comments: no employee health policy/verification available that each food employee has been informed of their responsibility to report information a..." Health officials note that these violations need attention to maintain proper compliance.
Among the findings were infractions involving pest control, a key component of food safety protocols.
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.
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.
Under current regulations, Neko Sushi & Thai faces additional penalties if violations are not promptly corrected. The health department maintains detailed records of all inspection results for public transparency.
The broader restaurant industry can learn valuable lessons from such cases, emphasizing the need for continuous vigilance to food safety standards. Consumer awareness remains a crucial component in maintaining community food safety.
| Inspection ID | 2621305 |
| DBA Name | NEKO SUSHI & THAI |
| AKA Name | NEKO SUSHI & THAI |
| License # | 3036711 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 5239 N CENTRAL AVE |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60630 |
| Inspection Date | 07/25/2025 |
| Inspection Type | License |
| Results | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violations | 3. MANAGEMENT |
| RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments | NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/VERIFICATION AVAILABLE THAT EACH FOOD EMPLOYEE HAS BEEN INFORMED OF THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT INFORMATION ABOUT THEIR HEALTH AND ACTIVITIES AS THEY RELATE TO DISEASE TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION FOR EACH FOOD EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 | 38. INSECTS |
| & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments | INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF BOTTOM OF THE SIDE EXIT DOOR. |
| Latitude | 41.97653405198138 |
| Longitude | -87.7683274670355 |
| Location | (41.97653405198138 |
This inspection was conducted on July 25, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: pest-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.
