CHICAGO, IL - A health department inspection at Hawkeye'S Bar & Grill Inc. on 08/12/2025 revealed multiple health code violations.
Located in the heart of University Village, Hawkeye'S Bar & Grill Inc. operates from a prominent location at 1458 W Taylor Street Chicago Illinois, making it easily accessible to area customers.
According to inspection records: "2-101. 012." 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.
Sanitation violations encompass a broad spectrum of cleanliness and maintenance issues that affect food safety Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Proper sanitation practices prevent cross-contamination and maintain the integrity of food preparation environments. Per Food Safety Modernization Act, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
The inspection found infractions involving temperature control, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate temperature control procedures. As outlined in USDA Safe Temperature Standards, Maintaining proper food temperatures is the most effective method for preventing bacterial growth and foodborne illness. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
The inspection found infractions involving pest control, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive pest control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. The FDA Pest Control Guidelines offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
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.
Local regulatory authorities have ordered that Hawkeye'S Bar & Grill Inc. swiftly remediate the documented deficiencies before reopening to customers. Additional review is planned to confirm remediation.
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 | 2622114 |
| DBA Name | HAWKEYE'S BAR & GRILL INC |
| AKA Name | HAWKEYE'S BAR & GRILL |
| License # | 14380 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 1458 W TAYLOR ST |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60607 |
| Inspection Date | 08/12/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Canvass Re-Inspection |
| Results | Fail |
| Violations | 2. CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: 2-101.11 OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WHILE TCS FOODS (HAMBURGERS AND SALADS) WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED. | 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-602.13 CLEAN THE BEER LINES BEHIND THE MAIN BAR. CLEAN THE TABLES AND SHELVES BEHIND THE BASEMENT BAR. CLEAN THE DRY STORAGE SHELVES IN THE BASEMENT. | 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15 REPLACE THE LEAKING BEER LINES BEHIND THE MAIN BAR. | 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED |
| MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments | 6-501.12 CLEAN THE FLOOR BEHIND BOTH BARS |
| AND LIQUOR STORAGE ROOMS. | 58. ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments | 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. | 59. PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: 8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2621691 ON 8/4/25 WERE NOT CORRECTED: 25 - OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE FOR ALL FOODS THAT CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED ON THE MENU. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE OR DESCRIBE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS TO THE REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU WITH AN ASTERISK OR OTHER MEANS. 38 - OBSERVED APPROX. 50 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS ON THE WALLS |
| Latitude | 41.869411103369174 |
| Longitude | -87.66401783425155 |
| Location | (41.869411103369174 |
This inspection was conducted on August 12, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: sanitation, temperature-control, pest-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.
