CHICAGO, IL - A health department inspection at Hawkeye'S Bar & Grill Inc. on 08/14/2025 revealed multiple health code violations.
Situated at 1458 W Taylor Street Chicago Illinois in University Village, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of Chicago's bustling districts.
Health department documentation states: "49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean - comments: 4-602. 51. Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices - comments: 5-205." Such infractions require correction to meet regulatory standards.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving pest control, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Health experts emphasize that pest activity can rapidly contaminate food preparation surfaces and stored ingredients According to FDA Food Code Standards, Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving sanitation, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Industry best practices require establishments to maintain rigorous cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance According to FDA Sanitation Standards, Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
Such infractions require attention for the business to maintain compliance with community safety standards. Public health officials note that addressing these violations helps maintain trust in dining establishments.
City health officials have required that Hawkeye'S Bar & Grill Inc. promptly correct these infractions before continuing food service. Re-examination will be conducted to ensure corrections.
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 | 2622278 |
| 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 | 08/14/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Canvass Re-Inspection |
| Results | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violations | 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-602.13 CLEAN THE BEER LINES BEHIND THE MAIN BAR. | 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) 8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2621691 ON 8/4/25 WERE NOT CORRECTED: 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 14, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: pest-control, sanitation.
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.
