CHICAGO, IL - Food safety inspectors found regulatory violations at La Iguanita Restaurant, Inc.. during an inspection on 08/05/2025.
The popular restaurant is located at 3733 S Kedzie Avenue Chicago Illinois in Chicago's Brighton Park district, serving local residents and visitors.
According to inspection records: "Handwash sink in rear prep area not accessible, equipment in basin of sink. No handwash cleanser at handwash sink in rear prep area." This type of violation requires correction to maintain food safety standards.
Health department officials noted violations related to hand washing, which require attention for public health compliance.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper hand washing protocols. The FDA Hand Washing Standards clearly states that The CDC emphasizes that inadequate hand washing contributes to approximately 89% of foodborne illness outbreaks.
The inspection found infractions involving sanitation, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate sanitation procedures. As outlined in Food Safety Modernization Act, Proper sanitation practices prevent cross-contamination and maintain the integrity of food preparation environments. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
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.
Health department officials will conduct a comprehensive re-inspection to ensure that all violations have been properly addressed. The establishment must demonstrate full compliance before the matter can be considered resolved.
The broader restaurant industry can learn valuable lessons from such cases, emphasizing the need for continuous vigilance to food safety standards. Consumer awareness remains a crucial component in maintaining community food safety.
| Inspection ID | 2621713 |
| DBA Name | LA IGUANITA RESTAURANT |
| AKA Name | LA IGUANITA RESTAURANT |
| License # | 2254328 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 3733 S KEDZIE AVE |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60632 |
| Inspection Date | 08/05/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Canvass |
| Results | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violations | 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: HANDWASH SINK IN REAR PREP AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE |
| EQUIPMENT IN BASIN OF SINK. INSTD TO HAVE BASIN CLEAR AND ACCESSIBLE FOR HANDWASHING AT ALL TIMES. EQUIPMENT REMOVED DURING INSPECTION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY FOUNDATION | 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments | NO HANDWASH CLEANSER AT HANDWASH SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTD TO PROVIDE AT HANDWASH SINK AT ALL TIMES. SOAP PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION. SEE ABOVE FOR VIOLATION ISSUED. 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY FOUNDATION | 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT HANDWASH SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTD TO PROVIDE AT HANDWASH SINK AT ALL TIMES. PAPER TOWELS PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION. SEE ABOVE FOR VIOLATION ISSUED. 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY FOUNDATION | 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: UNABLE TO LOCATE BACKFLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE. INSTD TO INSTALL BACKFLOW ON ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN | 52. SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: ICE MACHINE IMPROPERLY DRAINING INTO BUCKET. INSTD TO HAVE PROPERLY DRAINING INTO FLOOR DRAIN AND MAINTAIN |
| Latitude | 41.82520512002951 |
| Longitude | -87.7043303098712 |
| Location | (41.82520512002951 |
This inspection was conducted on August 5, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: hand-washing, 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.
