CHICAGO, IL - EL HOGAR DEL NINO received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 08/15/2025.
Located at 1710-1718 S LOOMIS ST in the University Village area, the establishment serves the local community. The University Village neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.
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: 55. Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained & Clean - Comments: Mops Not Properly Stored to Dry. Instructed to Store Hanging Up for Proper Air Drying. Maintain Same.. 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 related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: 56. Adequate Ventilation & Lighting; Designated Areas Used - Comments: Mechanical Ventilation Not Working in Any of the Toilet Rooms. Instructed to Fix and Maintain Working Mechanical Ventilation in Toilet Rooms.. Violations of health codes can increase the risk of foodborne illness.
Health code violations require prompt correction to maintain operating permits. The health department typically conducts re-inspections to verify that identified issues have been properly addressed.
This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 08/15/2025 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.
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.
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