CHICAGO, IL - D'NUEZ received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 08/13/2025.
Located at 2000 W 18TH ST in the West Haven area, the establishment serves the local community. The West Haven neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.
The inspection identified 4 distinct violations requiring correction. Health inspectors document such issues to ensure establishments take corrective action promptly.
The first violation concerned pest management. Inspectors documented: 1. Person in Charge Present, Demonstrates Knowledge, and Performs Duties - Comments: Observed Person in Charge Without Proof of Food Safety Management Training. 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. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.
The second violation involved temperature control. Inspectors documented: 2. City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate - Comments: Observed Facility Food Handlers Preparing and Handling Time and Temperature Control for Safety (tcs) Foods Without a Valid City of Chicago Food Service Manager Certificate on Site. Informed Person in Charge of an Original City of Chicago Food Service Certificate Must Remain Posted on Site, and the Named Certified Manager Shall Be on Site During All Tcs Food Prep, Cooking, Serving, and Operating Hours. Priority Foundation Violation #7-38-012. Citation Issued. The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. Time-temperature abuse allows harmful bacteria to multiply to levels that can cause illness.
The third violation related to sanitation and cleanliness. Inspectors documented: 16. Food-contact Surfaces: Cleaned & Sanitized - Comments: Noted Slight Pink Buildup on Top Interior Surface of Ice Machine. Instructed to Remove Ice, Clean and Sanitize All Surfaces and Maintain.. 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. Inadequate sanitization allows bacteria to survive and multiply on food contact surfaces.
The fourth violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: 54. Garbage & Refuse Properly Disposed; Facilities Maintained - Comments: Noted Excessive Encrusted Grease on Exterior Surface of Ou. Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.
Establishments receiving violations must submit correction plans and may face additional inspections. Failure to address violations can result in fines, permit suspension, or closure.
This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 08/13/2025 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.
This inspection was conducted on August 21, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were documented: PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15 OBSERVED HANDSINK IN SMOOTHIE STATION HANGING FROM WALL. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11 OBSERVED SPRAY FOAM USED TO CLOSE HOLES NOT TO BE SMOOTH. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CUT AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.; FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED BLACK AND GRAY MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE DRIPPING ONTO ICE(ICE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE, DISCARD ICE, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE MACINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.; PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED HANDSINK IN SMOOTHIE STATION HANGING FROM WALL. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SPRAY FOAM USED TO CLOSE HOLES TO NOT BE SMOOTH. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CUT AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.; ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HANDWASH CLEANSER (SOAP) IN WAREWASHING AREA WHERE EMPLOYEES ACTIVELY WORKING. INSTD TO MAINTAIN AT SOAP AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY FOUNDATION. SOAP PROVIDED BY END OF INSPECTION; CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: MISSING DISCLOSURE FOR CONSUMER ADVISORY ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE ON THE MENU WHICH FOODS ARE UNDERCOOKED (COOKED TO ORDER) (EX. HAMBURGERS, EGGS, STEAK) WITH AN ASTERISK NEXT TO THOSE SPECIFIC ITEMS; AND THEN BY ASTERISKING THEM TO A FOOTNOTE THAT STATES THESE ITEMS ARE SERVED UNDERCOOKED/COOKED TO ORDER; IN ADDITION TO A REMINIDER STATEMENT SUCH AS "Consuming raw undercooked MEATS, POULTRY, seafood, shellfish, or EGGS may increase your RISK of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions" PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005; INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OVER 200 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR THROUGH OUT STORAGE AREA ON WEST SIDE OF PREMISES. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A) PRIORITY FOUNDATION.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: EXTREME CLUTTER IN STORAGE AREAS, WEST SIDE, UNABLE TO ACCESS ALL AREAS. INSTD TO REMOVE CLUTTER, ORGANIZE AREA AND BE ABLE TO ACCESS ALL AREAS.; PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 6/8/22 REPORT 2556974 NOT CORRECTED: 37 3-302.12: **C** Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE. 41 3-304.14: **C** Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE FROM PREP TABLES. 47 4-501.11: **C** Good Repair and Proper Adjustment- Equipment MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE INTERIOR PANEL OF CHEST FREEZER IN MAIN PREP AREA IN POOR, EXPOSED INSULATION, MUST REMOVE FOIL LINED ON TOPSIDE OF STOVES. 47 4-102.11: **C** Characteristics- Single-Service and Single-Use OBSERVED PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN CHEST FREEZER. MUST PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE. 49 4-601.11(C): (C) NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, FOOD residue, and other debris. MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLES, PREP TABLES. 53 5-501.17: **C** Toilet Room Receptacles, Covered MUST PROVIDE LIDS ON GARBAGE CANS IN ALL UNISEX AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 PRIORITY FOUNDATION.
Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine. Time-temperature abuse allows harmful bacteria to multiply to levels that can cause illness. Inadequate sanitization allows bacteria to survive and multiply on food contact surfaces.
This inspection data is sourced directly from Chicago Department of Public Health. For the most current information, please visit the official health department website.
Federal Guidelines: Our reporting follows standards established by the FDA Food Code, CDC Food Safety Guidelines, and USDA Food Safety Standards.
📖 Food Safety Codes: Reference the specific regulations that govern this establishment: Chicago Food Code, FDA Food Code 2022
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