CHICAGO, IL - A scheduled inspection at Yolk - Wicker Park on 08/04/2025 documented several health code infractions.
Located in the heart of Wicker Park, Yolk - Wicker Park operates from a prominent location at 1819 W Division Street Chicago Illinois, making it easily accessible to area customers.
The inspection report documents: "No hand soap provided at both hand wash sinks at main prep kitchen, instructed to provide. 47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used - comments: using disposable paper cups to store at main prep kitchen." Health officials note that these violations need attention to maintain proper compliance.
The inspection identified violations related to hand washing, an important area of food safety.
Restaurant industry standards emphasize hand washing as fundamental to food safety protocols According to CDC Hand Hygiene Guidelines, Federal guidelines require food service workers to wash hands for a minimum of 20 seconds using soap and warm water. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
The inspection identified violations related to pest control, an important area of food safety.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper pest control protocols. The FDA Pest Control Guidelines clearly states that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs.
Among the findings were infractions involving sanitation, a key component of food safety protocols.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive sanitation practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. The FDA Sanitation 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.
City health officials have required that Yolk - Wicker Park promptly correct these infractions before continuing food service. Re-examination will be conducted to ensure corrections.
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.
| Inspection ID | 2621641 |
| DBA Name | YOLK - WICKER PARK |
| AKA Name | YOLK |
| License # | 2560642 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 1819 W DIVISION ST |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60622 |
| Inspection Date | 08/04/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Canvass |
| Results | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violations | 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: No hand soap provided at both hand wash sinks at main prep kitchen |
| CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments | Using disposable Paper cups to store at main prep kitchen. Instructed to use proper utensils. | 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED |
| & CLEANED - Comments | Employees toilet room door in kitchen area not self-closing |
| MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments | Standing water pooling next to ice maker in rear kitchen. Instructed to keep floor dry as possible to minimize insects breeding sites. | 58. ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: No allergen training certificate for food service manager |
| Latitude | 41.90314384002702 |
| Longitude | -87.67315743621683 |
| Location | (41.90314384002702 |
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.
