CHICAGO, IL - Health department officials identified compliance issues at GARFIELD PARK HOSPITAL in an inspection dated 08/13/2025.
Situated at 520 N RIDGEWAY AVE, the establishment is part of North Lawndale's active food service sector. The North Lawndale area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.
The inspection identified 2 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 concerned sanitization. Inspectors documented: 49. Non-food/food Contact Surfaces Clean - Comments: Observed Ice Build Up Inside of the 2 Door Reach in Freezer. Must Defrost 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 second violation involved handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: 55. Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained & Clean - Comments: Must Clean the Floors Along the Wall Base and in Corner Behind the Dishwashing Machine to Remove Debris and Spills.. 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. Fecal-oral transmission of pathogens occurs when hands are not properly washed after restroom use.
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 establishment was cited for health code violations during the inspection. See the full article for detailed violation information.
Inadequate sanitization allows bacteria to survive and multiply on food contact surfaces. Fecal-oral transmission of pathogens occurs when hands are not properly washed after restroom use.
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
⚠️ Important Note: Restaurant conditions can change rapidly. This inspection represents a snapshot in time and may not reflect current conditions. For the most up-to-date information, consider checking recent reviews or contacting the establishment directly.
View all health inspections, pass rates, and violation history for GARFIELD PARK HOSPITAL
View Business Profile →