CHICAGO, IL - Health department officials identified compliance issues at CHICAGO CHILDREN'S HOUSE in an inspection dated 08/19/2025.
Situated at 740 N MILWAUKEE 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 3 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.
The first violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: 6. PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE - Comments: Open employee drink placed on prep table, instructed to keep away or provide lids.. Violations of health codes can increase the risk of foodborne illness.
The second violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: 52. SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: Foul odors immitted from from grease trap, instructed to eliminate.. Violations of health codes can increase the risk of foodborne illness.
The third violation involved sanitization. Inspectors documented: 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Peeling paint noted on wall behind steam tables, Instructed to repair.. 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. Cross-contamination from improperly sanitized equipment is a common cause of foodborne illness.
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 08/19/2025 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 following violations were documented: PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: REPAIR THE GAPS IN THE FLOORING IN THE HALLWAY AND IN THE OLDER INFANTS CLASSROOM. REPAINT THE CHIPPED PAINT ON THE WALL ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND IN BOTH STAFF WASHROOMS.; ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: INADEQUATE LIGHTING PROVIDED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA WHERE FOOD IS PORTIONED AND DISHES ARE WASHED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN THE FOOD PREP AREA..
Cross-contamination from improperly sanitized equipment is a common cause of foodborne illness.
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
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