BP in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 08/07/25

CHICAGO, IL - BP received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 08/07/2025.

Situated at 50 W IDA B WELLS DR, the establishment is part of The Loop's active food service sector. The The Loop area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 5 distinct violations requiring correction. These findings represent specific conditions observed during the inspection that must be addressed to meet health code requirements.

The first violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Plumbing Installed. Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.

The second violation involved hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: Proper Backflow Devices - Comments: Observed No Service Sink Installed in Facility. Instructed at Least 1 Service Sink or 1 Curbed Cleaning Facility Equipped with Floor Drain Shall Be Provided and Conveniently Located for the Cleaning of Mops or Similar Wet Floor Cleaning Tools and for the Disposal of Mop Water and Similar Liquid Waste.. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Cross-contamination from raw foods to ready-to-eat items often occurs through unwashed hands.

The third violation involved hand sanitation. Inspectors documented: Toilet Facilities: Properly Constructed, Supplied, & Cleaned - Comments: Observed No Covered Receptacle in All Gender Employee Washroom. Instructed to Provide Covered Receptacle in Employee All Gender Washroom for Sanitary Products.. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Inadequate handwashing can transmit Norovirus, Hepatitis A, and other pathogens directly to food.

The fourth violation related to pest prevention. Inspectors documented: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained & Clean - Comments: Observed Coffee and Slushie Machine Covered on Counter in Front Sales Floor and Not in Use at Time of Inspection. Instructed to Remove All Items That Are Unnecessary to the Operation or Maintenance of the Establishment That Is Nonfunctional or No Longer in Use.. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Flies can transfer pathogens from garbage and feces to food preparation areas.

The fifth violation related to sanitization. Inspectors documented: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained & Clean - Comments: Observed Dust Buildup on Floor and Alon. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Allergen cross-contact can occur when surfaces are not properly cleaned between uses.

The correction of health violations is monitored through follow-up inspections and documentation requirements. Establishments must demonstrate that they have addressed the root causes of violations, not just the immediate symptoms.

This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 08/07/2025 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Chicago Department of Public Health. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Chicago Food Service Sanitation Rules. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.