CHICAGO, IL - An inspection on 08/13/2025 at Maison Parisienne uncovered significant health code violations.
Situated at 2562-2564 N Clark Chicago Illinois in Lincoln Park, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of Chicago's bustling districts.
According to inspection records: "No certified food manager was on site while temperature-controlled foods were being prepared and served(eggs, latte). 012." This type of violation requires correction to maintain food safety standards.
The examination revealed violations related to sanitation, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper sanitation protocols. The FDA Sanitation Standards clearly states that Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance.
Health department officials noted violations related to temperature control, which require attention for public health compliance.
Industry research indicates that improper food temperatures can allow dangerous bacteria to multiply rapidly Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that The FDA requires continuous temperature monitoring for all potentially hazardous foods in commercial kitchens. The HACCP Temperature Monitoring provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
Among the findings were infractions involving pest control, a key component of food safety protocols.
Restaurant industry studies show that pest-related violations often correlate with other sanitation deficiencies Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that The FDA Food Code mandates that food storage areas remain free from pest contamination at all times. Per HACCP Prevention Guidelines, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
These types of violations require attention to maintain compliance standards for the establishment and its customers. Health officials note that addressing such conditions helps maintain public confidence in food service establishments.
Local regulatory authorities have ordered that Maison Parisienne 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 | 2622141 |
| DBA Name | MAISON PARISIENNE |
| AKA Name | MAISON PARISIENNE |
| License # | 2753316 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 2562-2564 N CLARK |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60614 |
| Inspection Date | 08/13/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Canvass Re-Inspection |
| Results | Fail |
| Violations | 2. CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED(EGGS |
| LATTE). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CFM ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED. CFM ARRIVED ON SITE AT 9 | 20 AM. | 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE |
| CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments | 4-501.11--OBSERVED DISPLAY COOLER DOOR IN DISREPAIR. DOOR FALLS OFF WHEN YOU SLIDE IT OPEN. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DOOR. | 59. PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 8-6-2025 |
| REPORT #2621777. #48-NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE A CHEMICAL TEST KIT ON SITE AT ALL TIMES THAT ACCURATELY MEASURES CONCENTRATION LEVEL OF SANITIZER. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED. | 60. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments | PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 9/23/2024 |
| Latitude | 41.92931481783458 |
| Longitude | -87.64284651847409 |
| Location | (41.92931481783458 |
This inspection was conducted on August 13, 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.
