REMINGTON'S in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 08/18/25

CHICAGO, IL - Health department officials identified compliance issues at REMINGTON'S in an inspection dated 08/18/2025.

Situated at 20 N MICHIGAN AVE, the establishment is part of The Loop's active food service sector. The The Loop area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 3 distinct violations requiring correction. Health inspectors document such issues to ensure establishments take corrective action promptly.

The first violation involved pest prevention. Inspectors documented: 38. Insects, Rodents, & Animals Not Present - Comments: 6-202.15: Observed Opening in Middle at Base of Front Entrance Outer Doors. Instructed to Seal All Outer Openings to Prevent Pest Entrance.. 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. Cockroaches can spread E. coli and Salmonella by contaminating food and surfaces.

The second violation involved sanitation and cleanliness. Inspectors documented: 55. Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained & Clean - Comments: 6-501.12: Observed Ice Buildup on Rear Condensor Lines, on Wall to the Right of Condensor and Underneath Condensor in Basement Walk in Freezer. Instructed to Remove Ice Buildup From Wall to the Right of Condensor, Condensor Lines and Underneath Condensor in Basement Walk in Freezer and Maintain.. 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. Biofilms can form on inadequately cleaned surfaces, protecting bacteria from sanitizers.

The third violation involved hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: 55. Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained & Clean - Comments: 6-501.16: Observed Mop Drying in Interior of Basement Utility Sink. Instructed to Install Mop Drying Rack in Basement Utility Room for Proper Draining and Drying of Mops to Prevent Pest Breeding.. 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. The CDC identifies poor hand hygiene as a leading contributor to foodborne illness outbreaks.

The correction of health violations is monitored through follow-up inspections and documentation requirements. Establishments must demonstrate that they have addressed the root causes of violations, not just the immediate symptoms.

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.