CHICAGO, IL - City health officials cited Maison Pasquale Chicago for health violations during an inspection on 08/14/2025.
The dining establishment functions from 2058 W Roscoe Street Chicago Illinois in Roscoe Village, a well-trafficked section of Chicago recognized for its restaurant culture.
Health department documentation states: "Observed no exposed handwashing sinks throughout facility. 33. Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control - comments: observed no mechanical refrigeration on site at time of inspection." Such infractions require correction to meet regulatory standards.
Health department officials noted violations related to sanitation, which require attention for public health compliance.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper sanitation protocols. The FDA Sanitation Standards clearly states that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations.
The inspection identified violations related to temperature control, an important area of food safety.
Professional food safety experts consider temperature monitoring essential for preventing foodborne illness Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that The FDA requires continuous temperature monitoring for all potentially hazardous foods in commercial kitchens. The USDA Safe Temperature Standards provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
Among the findings were infractions involving hand washing, a key component of food safety protocols.
Public health officials identify poor hand hygiene as a primary factor in foodborne illness transmission Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that Proper hand hygiene represents the single most effective method for preventing cross-contamination in food service. The CDC Hand Hygiene Guidelines provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
The examination revealed violations related to pest control, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper pest control protocols. The FDA Food Code Standards clearly states that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs.
The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.
Health department officials will conduct a comprehensive re-inspection to ensure that all violations have been properly addressed. The establishment must demonstrate full compliance before the matter can be considered resolved.
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 | 2622239 |
| DBA Name | Maison Pasquale Chicago |
| AKA Name | Maison Pasquale Chicago |
| License # | 3026599 |
| Facility Type | Grocery Store |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 2058 W ROSCOE ST |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60618 |
| Inspection Date | 08/14/2025 |
| Inspection Type | License |
| Results | Fail |
| Violations | 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL OPERATIONAL AND FULLY SUPPLIED EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINKS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS AND ANYWHERE ELSE REQUIRED BY CODE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED. | 33. PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED NO MECHANICAL REFRIGERATION ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE MECHANICAL REFRIGERATION FOR OPERATION AND MAINTAIN ALL COOLERS AT OR BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED. | 48. WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED |
| MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments | OBSERVED NO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL RELEVANT LAWS |
| AND REGULATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-025. NO CITATION ISSUED. | 50. HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments | OBSERVED NO RUNNING WATER THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER PRESSURE THROUGHOUT FACILITY AND AVAILABLE AT ALL SINKS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED. | 52. SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED NO GREASE TRAP ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO CONNECT GREASE TRAP TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AS REQUIRED BY CODE. | 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED |
| & CLEANED - Comments | OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE INSIDE UNISEX TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. |
| Latitude | 41.94329829191285 |
| Longitude | -87.68081954286099 |
| Location | (41.94329829191285 |
This inspection was conducted on August 14, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: sanitation, temperature-control, hand-washing, 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.
