PUBLICAN QUALITY BREAD in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 08/18/25

CHICAGO, IL - Health department officials identified compliance issues at PUBLICAN QUALITY BREAD in an inspection dated 08/18/2025.

Situated at 1755 - 1759 W GRAND AVE, the establishment is part of West Town's active food service sector. The West Town area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 4 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.

The first violation concerned handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: 10. Adequate Handwashing Sinks Properly Supplied and Accessible - Comments: Observed Hand Washing Facilities Not Accessible in Front of the Retail Prep/ Serving Area.observed Ice Inside of Said Hand Sink, Boxes Covering Hand Sink Are Not Able to Wash Hands. Articles Were Removed From the Sink During Inspection. Must Keep Accessible and Maintained at All Times.(priority Foundation 7-38-030(c)(citation Issued)(cos). 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.

The second violation involved handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: 10. Adequate Handwashing Sinks Properly Supplied and Accessible - Comments: Observed No Soap at Front Retail Prep/serving Area. Hand Washing Sink Soap Was Provided During Inspection. Must Provide and Maintain at All Times.(priority Foundation 7-38-030(c)(consolidated Violation )(cos). 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.

The third violation regarded storage procedures. Inspectors documented: 37. Food Properly Labeled; Original Container - Comments: Must Label Food Storage Containers When Food Is Not in Original Package.(squeeze Bottles,bulk,etc). Storing food at incorrect temperatures accelerates spoilage and pathogen growth.

The fourth violation related to pest prevention. Inspectors documented: 38. Insects, Rodents, & Animals Not Present - Comments: Observed Evidence of Appx.75 or More Live Small Flies on Cabinets, Walls, Ceiling, Exterior of Walk-in. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.

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 08/18/2025 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.