CHICAGO, IL - Health inspectors discovered violations during an inspection of Bahia Burger LLC on 08/04/2025.
Located in the heart of West Lawn, Bahia Burger LLC operates from a prominent location at 2942 W 63Rd Street Chicago Illinois, making it easily accessible to area customers.
The inspection report notes: "3. Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting - comments: observed no written employee health policy on site. 010. No." Food safety guidelines indicate that such conditions should be addressed promptly.
The inspection found infractions involving hand washing, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Public health officials identify poor hand hygiene as a primary factor in foodborne illness transmission Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Federal guidelines require food service workers to wash hands for a minimum of 20 seconds using soap and warm water. Per CDC Hand Hygiene Guidelines, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
The inspection found infractions involving pest control, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive pest control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times. The FDA Pest Control Guidelines offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
The examination revealed violations related to sanitation, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
Sanitation violations encompass a broad spectrum of cleanliness and maintenance issues that affect food safety Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Proper sanitation practices prevent cross-contamination and maintain the integrity of food preparation environments. Per Food Safety Modernization Act, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.
Local regulatory authorities have ordered that Bahia Burger LLC 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.
| Inspection ID | 2621631 |
| DBA Name | BAHIA BURGER LLC |
| AKA Name | BAHIA BURGER LLC |
| License # | 3036769 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 2942 W 63RD ST |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60629 |
| Inspection Date | 08/04/2025 |
| Inspection Type | License |
| Results | Fail |
| Violations | 3. MANAGEMENT |
| RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments | OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WITH VERIFIABLE SIGNED COPIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES IN ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF REPORTING AGREEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED. | 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURES AND NO SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. SUPPLIES MUST INCLUDE ADEQUATE SANITIZER THAT ELIMINATES NOROVIRUS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED. | 36. THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER INSIDE THE REACH IN DISPLAY COOLER AND PREP AREA TABLE COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. | 39. CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION |
| STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments | OBSERVED NO SPLASHGUARD BETWEEN EXPOSED HAND WASH SINK AND DRAINBOARD OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISHWASH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A WASHABLE SPLASHGUARD. | 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE UTILITY SINK IN THE REAR OF THE FACILITY NEAR THE DISH WASH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL. | 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED DRAINPIPE LEAKING UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DISH WASH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. | 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COMMERCIAL DUMPSTER CONTRACT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CONTRACT WITH A LICENSED WASTE MANAGEMENT OPERATOR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(B). NO CITATION ISSUED. | 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED |
| MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments | OBSERVED MOP STORED/DRYING IMPROPERLY IN STORAGE AREA WITH A/C UNIT ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY. | 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED NO EXHAUST VENTILATION FAN IN THE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. | 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DUST/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON VENTS IN THE PREP AREA ABOVE THE PREP TABLE AND AT CEILINGS IN THE DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. | 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED A MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN THE WASHROOM CEILING LIGHT AND IN STORAGE ROOM AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. | 57. ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION/CERTIFICATE. | 58. ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION/CERTIFICATE. |
| Latitude | 41.77916513638397 |
| Longitude | -87.69753256699866 |
| Location | (41.77916513638397 |
This inspection was conducted on August 4, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: hand-washing, pest-control, sanitation.
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.
