CHICAGO, IL - A routine inspection at Dayglow on 08/05/2025 resulted in citations for health code violations.
Situated at 1757 N Kimball Avenue Chicago Illinois in Humboldt Park, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of Chicago's bustling districts.
The inspection report documents: "Observed facility food handlers handling�time and temperature control for safety(TCS) foods without original city of chicago food service manager and certificate on site. 012." Health officials note that these violations need attention to maintain proper compliance.
The examination revealed violations related to hand washing, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
Restaurant industry standards emphasize hand washing as fundamental to food safety protocols Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Proper hand hygiene represents the single most effective method for preventing cross-contamination in food service. Per Chicago Health Department Requirements, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
The examination revealed violations related to pest control, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate pest control procedures. As outlined in FDA Food Code Standards, Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
Among the findings were infractions involving sanitation, a key component of food safety protocols.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper sanitation protocols. The Food Safety Modernization Act clearly states that Proper sanitation practices prevent cross-contamination and maintain the integrity of food preparation environments.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving temperature control, an essential component of restaurant operations.
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 FDA Temperature Safety Guidelines offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
These types of violations require attention to maintain compliance standards for the establishment and its customers. Health officials note that addressing such conditions helps maintain public confidence in food service establishments.
Local regulatory authorities have ordered that Dayglow 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.
| Inspection ID | 2621702 |
| DBA Name | DAYGLOW |
| AKA Name | DAYGLOW |
| License # | 2749526 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 2 (Medium) |
| Address | 1757 N KIMBALL AVE |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60647 |
| Inspection Date | 08/05/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Canvass |
| Results | Fail |
| Violations | 2. CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD HANDLERS HANDLING�TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS WITHOUT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER AND CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE OF CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE AND CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING SERVING AND OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED. | 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWEL AT THE HAND-SINK IN FRONT OF THE PREP AREA. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT PAPER TOWELS MUST BE AVAILABLE AT HAND SINKS AT ALL TIMES. FOOD HANDLER OBTAINED PAPER TOWEL FOR HAND SINK DURING TIME OF INSPECTION PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION COMBINED WITH THE ABOVE VIOLATION | 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HANDSINK IN FRONT PREP AREA NOT STOCKED WITH HAND SOAP. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT HAND SOAP MUST BE AVAILABLE AT HANDSINKS AT ALL TIMES. FOOD HANDLER OBTAINED HAND SOAP FOR HAND SINK DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED. | 16. FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN REAR PREP/ DISH WITH A BUILD-UP OF BLACK AND PINK SLIME SUBSTANCE |
| STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments | OBSERVED FOOD PREPARATION AREA (FRONT COUNTER) WITHOUT PROPER PROTECTION FROM CONTAMINATION. MUST INSTALL A BARRIER TO SEPARATE CUSTOMER AREA FROM PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE BARRIER ALONG COUNTER (SNEEZE GUARD) TO PROTECT EQUIPMENT FROM CUSTOMER CONTAMINATION. | 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE |
| CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments | OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING. | 48. WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED |
| MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments | OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT QUAT CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR SANITIZER OR FOR WARE WASHING AREA. I INFORMED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT A TEST KIT THAT ACCURATELY MEASURES THE CONCENTRATION IN MG/L OF SANITIZING SOLUTION MUST BE PROVIDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. | 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED INADEQUATE DISPOSAL OF CLEAN WATER; PIPE IN DISH AREA DRIPPING CLEAN WATER INTO 1ST SINK BASIN AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REDIRECT THE DISPOSAL OF CLEAN WATER TO THE FLOOR DRAIN ACCORDING TO LAW. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED. | 52. SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED TWO 3-COMPARTMENT WAREWASHING SINK WITHOUT APPROVED GREASE TRAP LOCATED IN REAR DISH/PREP AREA. ALL SINKS IN WHICH FOOD |
| MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments | OBSERVED CLUTTER STORED ON FLOOR NEAR WATER HEATER IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. | 57. ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES. | 61. SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC - Comments: OBSERVED MOST RECENT INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT NOT POSTED FROM INSPECTION #2463913 DATED 12/17/2020. INSTRUCTED MUST POST THE MOST RECENT INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT IN PLAIN VIEW AT ALL TIMES. OPERATOR PROVIDED WITH TODAY'S SUMMARY DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B). |
| Latitude | 41.91347165926542 |
| Longitude | -87.7116469589254 |
| Location | (41.91347165926542 |
This inspection was conducted on August 5, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: hand-washing, pest-control, sanitation, temperature-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.
