CHICAGO, IL - City health officials cited Beatrix for health violations during an inspection on 08/01/2025.
Beatrix is positioned at 519 N Clark Street Chicago Illinois in the River North area, drawing neighborhood patrons and tourists.
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The inspection report notes: "6-301. 16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized - comments: 4-601." Food safety guidelines indicate that such conditions should be addressed promptly.
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 FDA Hand Washing Standards, The CDC emphasizes that inadequate hand washing contributes to approximately 89% of foodborne illness outbreaks. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving pest control, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper pest control protocols. The FDA Pest Control Guidelines clearly states that The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times.
The inspection identified violations related to sanitation, an important area of food safety.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive sanitation practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Proper sanitation practices prevent cross-contamination and maintain the integrity of food preparation environments. The Food Safety Modernization Act 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 The FDA requires continuous temperature monitoring for all potentially hazardous foods in commercial kitchens. The USDA Safe Temperature Standards offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
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.
Local regulatory authorities have ordered that Beatrix swiftly remediate the documented deficiencies before reopening to customers. Additional review is planned to confirm remediation.
This inspection emphasizes the fundamental necessity of strict regulatory adherence in dining establishments. Area customers have the right to access compliance documentation when selecting food service establishments.
📋 Complete Inspection Data
| Inspection ID | 2621587 |
| DBA Name | BEATRIX |
| AKA Name | BEATRIX |
| License # | 2234215 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 519 N CLARK ST |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60654 |
| Inspection Date | 08/01/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Canvass Re-Inspection |
| Results | Fail |
| Violations | 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 6-301.14--- INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A VISIBLE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE FOR THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. | 16. FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: 4-601.11(A)---OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCES ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MAKER |
| CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments | 4-501.12---OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FIRST FLOOR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN. | 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-602.13---INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN EXTERIOR TOP SURFACES OF THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE TO REMOVE SPILLED DRIED UP DEBRIS AND MAINTAIN. | 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED |
| MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments | 6-201.11---OBSERVED BLACKENED |
| Latitude | 41.89151603889098 |
| Longitude | -87.63097642048605 |
| Location | (41.89151603889098 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was this inspection conducted?
This inspection was conducted on August 1, 2025.
Who conducted this inspection?
Chicago Department of Public Health
What violations were found during this inspection?
The following violations were found: hand-washing, 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.