CHICAGO, IL - Multiple violations were discovered at Mirella'S Tavern during a health inspection on 08/05/2025.
Mirella'S Tavern is positioned at 2056-2058 W Division Street in the West Town area, drawing neighborhood patrons and tourists.
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According to inspection records: "48. Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips - comments: no sanitizer test strips onsite for the low temp dish machines, instructed to obtain. 005. By the end if inspection manager purchased cl test strips." This type of violation requires correction to maintain food safety standards.
Among the findings were infractions involving sanitation, a key component of food safety protocols.
Food safety experts emphasize that consistent sanitation practices prevent the accumulation of harmful bacteria Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Proper sanitation practices prevent cross-contamination and maintain the integrity of food preparation environments. Per FDA Sanitation Standards, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
These compliance issues require correction to maintain proper standards for the restaurant and public health. Food safety professionals indicate that addressing non-compliance helps ensure customer safety standards.
City health officials have required that Mirella'S Tavern 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.
📋 Complete Inspection Data
| Inspection ID | 2621736 |
| DBA Name | MIRELLA'S TAVERN |
| AKA Name | MIRELLA'S TAVERN |
| License # | 2966512 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 2056-2058 W DIVISION ST |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60622 |
| Inspection Date | 08/05/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Canvass |
| Results | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violations | 48. WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED |
| MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments | No sanitizer test strips onsite for the low temp dish machines |
| Instructed To Obtain. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-005. By The End If Inspection Manager Purchased Cl Test Strips. | 57. ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments | No food handler training certificate for kitchen and bar staff |
| Instructed To Obtain. | 58. ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments | No allergen training certificate for for food service manager |
| Latitude | 41.90325968399115 |
| Longitude | -87.67950513087908 |
| Location | (41.90325968399115 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was this inspection conducted?
This inspection was conducted on August 5, 2025.
Who conducted this inspection?
Chicago Department of Public Health
What violations were found during this inspection?
The following violations were found: sanitation.
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.