FELD RESTAURANT in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 08/19/25

CHICAGO, IL - Health department officials identified compliance issues at FELD RESTAURANT in an inspection dated 08/19/2025.

Located at 2018 W CHICAGO AVE, the facility is part of CHICAGO's diverse food service industry. Routine inspections help maintain consistent safety standards throughout the city's dining establishments.

The inspection identified 3 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 pest control. Inspectors documented: 38. Insects, Rodents, & Animals Not Present - Comments: Observed a Gap Along Bottom of Front and Rear Doors Must Make Tight Fitting.. 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.

The second violation concerned food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: 51. Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow Devices - Comments: Must Provide a Lid on Sump Pump in Basement.. Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.

The third violation concerned handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: 57. All Food Employees Have Food Handler Training - Comments: Must Provide Food Handlers Training for All Employees and Maintain.. 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. Cross-contamination from raw foods to ready-to-eat items often occurs through unwashed hands.

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.