CHICAGO, IL - City health officials cited Sushi Box for health violations during an inspection on 07/28/2025.
The popular restaurant is located at 2811 N Broadway Chicago Illinois in Chicago's Lakeview district, serving local residents and visitors.
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According to inspection records: "16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized - comments: observed the high temperature dish machine to be turned off at time of inspection. 025. Manager unable to turn machine fully on and get it to function properly by end of inspection." This type of violation requires correction to maintain food safety standards.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving pest control, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Restaurant industry studies show that pest-related violations often correlate with other sanitation deficiencies Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks. Per FDA Food Code Standards, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
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 Food Safety Modernization Act, Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving temperature control, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate temperature control procedures. As outlined in HACCP Temperature Monitoring, Temperature abuse remains the leading cause of foodborne illness outbreaks in restaurant settings. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
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 Sushi Box swiftly remediate the documented deficiencies before reopening to customers. Additional review is planned to confirm remediation.
Regular health inspections serve as critical safeguards for public health in Chicago's dining landscape. Transparency in reporting inspection findings ensures that community members can make informed decisions about their dining options.
📋 Complete Inspection Data
| Inspection ID | 2621343 |
| DBA Name | SUSHI BOX |
| AKA Name | SUSHI BOX |
| License # | 3036654 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 2811 N BROADWAY |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60657 |
| Inspection Date | 07/28/2025 |
| Inspection Type | License |
| Results | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violations | 16. FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE TO BE TURNED OFF AT TIME OF INSPECTION. MACHINE NOT PLUGGED IN YET. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE TO MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SANITIZING FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE OF 165F. DISH MACHINE TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS ABLE TO MAINTAIN FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE AND REINSPECTED BY CDPH. PRIORITY VIOLATION |
| CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments | OBSERVED PEELING/TORN PROTECTIVE PLASTIC LAYERS ON THE EXTERIOR OF THE DISH KACHINE |
| AND THE SIDES OF THE MINI TOASTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES. | 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments | OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE UTILITY SINK LOCATED IN THE BATHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER BACKFLOW PROTECTION AT UTILITY SINK IN BATHROOM. | 52. SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED NO GREASE TRAP AT 3 COPMARTMENT SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ANY SINKS IN WHICH UTENSILS AND EQUIPMENT ARE WASHED MUST BE CONNECTED TO A CATCH BASIN ON SITE OR EQUIPPED WITH AN APPROVED GREASE TRAP IN ACCORDANCE WITH LAW. | 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED |
| & CLEANED - Comments | OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH CAN IN THE EMPLOYEE BATHROOM AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A COVERED TRASH CAN FOR BATHROOM. | 58. ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: OBSERVED BOTH CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON SITE WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGERS TO COMPLETE AND MAINTAIN PROOF OF FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING |
| Latitude | 41.9331267386442 |
| Longitude | -87.64466392034332 |
| Location | (41.9331267386442 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was this inspection conducted?
This inspection was conducted on July 28, 2025.
Who conducted this inspection?
Chicago Department of Public Health
What violations were found during this inspection?
The following violations were found: pest-control, sanitation, temperature-control.
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.