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DANCEN GRILL RESTAURANT, INC.
5114 N LINCOLN AVECHICAGO, IL 60625
Detailed inspection and closure history
Frequently Asked Questions
When was this facility last inspected?
The most recent inspection was on 04/22/2025 PASS .
What violations were found?
- PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
- and 4 other violation(s). See inspection history below for complete details.
Closure History
No closure records found for this facility.
Inspection History
Violations
- PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
-
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector Comments: No certified food service manager on site while handling and serving TCS foods ( chicken, beef... ) Instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012.
-
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector Comments: Low temp dish washing machine at bar area not sanitizing at final rinse, 0ppm of chlorine obtained on test strips, machine was being used during inspection. Instructed to provide proper sanitizer concentration at final rinse. Priority violation 7-38-025.
-
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector Comments: Meat slicer not cleaned properly behind blade, food debris noted, instructed to clean and maintain.
-
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector Comments: No splash guard between hand wash sink and clean utensils rack, instructed to install a barrier.
Violations
-
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED ALUMINUM FOIL BEING USED AS LINER ON STORAGE RACK AND ON EXTERIOR OF OVEN IN THE REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND ENSURE ALL NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES REMAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
-
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN PIPES BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATED GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.
Violations
No violations found.
Violations
-
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE COOLERS AT REAR DRY STORAGE ROOM.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN VISIBLE ACCURATE WORKING THERMOMETERS IN COOLERS.
-
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT AND RUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE KITCHEN PREP AREA 2 DOOR STAND-UP COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CHIPPED PAINT AND RUST AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES.
Violations
No violations found.
Violations
-
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FOIL LINER ON STORAGE SHELVES IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.
Violations
No violations found.
Violations
-
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.
Violations
-
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS INSIDE COOLERS. MUST IDENTIFY PRODUCT SHELF LIFE OR "CONSUME BY" DATING (7 DAYS FROM PREPARATION DATE).PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.
-
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector Comments: FOUND NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR TAKING FOOD TEMPERATURES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.
-
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector Comments: BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE. MUST INSTALL SO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
-
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVER/LID FOR WASTE RECEPTACLES INSIDE WASH ROOMS.
-
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector Comments: FOOD HANDLER (S) WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
-
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector Comments: ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY FOR CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
-
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HAND SINKS (PREP/WASHROOMS).
-
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector Comments: FOUND NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010,NO CITATION ISSUED.
-
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector Comments: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN REQUIRED PROCEDURE/PLAN AND APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER/SPRAY THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.
Violations
No violations found.
Violations
-
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
Inspector Comments: Previous minor violations not corrected by correct date from inspection #2341747 dated 6/8/17 #45-"Food Handler(s) with no proof of food handler training" Instructed to provide. Serious Violation: 7-42-090
-
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Inspector Comments: Observed no labels on ready to eat foods not stored in original container. Must provide labels with ingredients and date created on ready to eat foods not in original container.
-
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Inspector Comments: Observed peeling paint on the wall by the exposed hand sink in the prep area. Instructed to remove peeling paint and maintain a smooth easily cleanable surface.
Violations
No violations found.
Violations
-
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Inspector Comments: ALL CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS/POTS/PANS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES(SPOONS/FORKS ETC.)MUST BE PROPERLY STORED,INVERTED (HANDLES-UP) TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE AND MAINTAIN.
-
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED A BROKEN GASKET AT THE 1 DOOR KITCHEN STAND-UP COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE GASKET AND MAINTAIN.
-
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Inspector Comments: NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE ICE MACHINE WATER LINE.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A VISIBLE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE ICE MACHINE. NO EXPOSED HANDSINK AT THE BAR AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EXPOSED HANDSINK WITH COLD/HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE WITH SOAP AND HANDPAPER TOWELS.
-
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
Inspector Comments: FOOD HANDLER(S) WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Violations
No violations found.
Violations
No violations found.
Violations
No violations found.
Raw Database Records
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 82 |
| inspection_date | 2025-04-22 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Not Ready |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 1. |
| violation_description | PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 2. |
| violation_description | CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE |
| violation_comment | No certified food service manager on site while handling and serving TCS foods ( chicken, beef... ) Instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 16. |
| violation_description | FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED |
| violation_comment | Low temp dish washing machine at bar area not sanitizing at final rinse, 0ppm of chlorine obtained on test strips, machine was being used during inspection. Instructed to provide proper sanitizer concentration at final rinse. Priority violation 7-38-025. |
| Violation 4 | |
| violation_code | 49. |
| violation_description | NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN |
| violation_comment | Meat slicer not cleaned properly behind blade, food debris noted, instructed to clean and maintain. |
| Violation 5 | |
| violation_code | 55. |
| violation_description | PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN |
| violation_comment | No splash guard between hand wash sink and clean utensils rack, instructed to install a barrier. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 11402 |
| inspection_date | 2025-02-19 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Pass |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 47. |
| violation_description | FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED ALUMINUM FOIL BEING USED AS LINER ON STORAGE RACK AND ON EXTERIOR OF OVEN IN THE REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND ENSURE ALL NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES REMAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 49. |
| violation_description | NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN |
| violation_comment | INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN PIPES BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATED GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 10 |
| inspection_date | 2025-01-14 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | No Entry |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 61558 |
| inspection_date | 2024-01-10 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Pass |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 36. |
| violation_description | THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE COOLERS AT REAR DRY STORAGE ROOM.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN VISIBLE ACCURATE WORKING THERMOMETERS IN COOLERS. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 47. |
| violation_description | FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT AND RUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE KITCHEN PREP AREA 2 DOOR STAND-UP COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CHIPPED PAINT AND RUST AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 58979 |
| inspection_date | 2023-12-22 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | No Entry |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 16190 |
| inspection_date | 2022-10-13 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Pass |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 47. |
| violation_description | FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED |
| violation_comment | INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FOIL LINER ON STORAGE SHELVES IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 74771 |
| inspection_date | 2022-09-21 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | No Entry |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 84788 |
| inspection_date | 2021-11-10 |
| standardized_result | conditional_pass |
| original_result | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 3. |
| violation_description | MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 276655 |
| inspection_date | 2019-12-18 |
| standardized_result | conditional_pass |
| original_result | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 23. |
| violation_description | PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION |
| violation_comment | INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS INSIDE COOLERS. MUST IDENTIFY PRODUCT SHELF LIFE OR "CONSUME BY" DATING (7 DAYS FROM PREPARATION DATE).PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 36. |
| violation_description | THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE |
| violation_comment | FOUND NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR TAKING FOOD TEMPERATURES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 51. |
| violation_description | PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES |
| violation_comment | BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE. MUST INSTALL SO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED. |
| Violation 4 | |
| violation_code | 53. |
| violation_description | TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED |
| violation_comment | INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVER/LID FOR WASTE RECEPTACLES INSIDE WASH ROOMS. |
| Violation 5 | |
| violation_code | 57. |
| violation_description | ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING |
| violation_comment | FOOD HANDLER (S) WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. |
| Violation 6 | |
| violation_code | 58. |
| violation_description | ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED |
| violation_comment | ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY FOR CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE. |
| Violation 7 | |
| violation_code | 10. |
| violation_description | ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE |
| violation_comment | INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HAND SINKS (PREP/WASHROOMS). |
| Violation 8 | |
| violation_code | 3. |
| violation_description | MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING |
| violation_comment | FOUND NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010,NO CITATION ISSUED. |
| Violation 9 | |
| violation_code | 5. |
| violation_description | PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS |
| violation_comment | FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN REQUIRED PROCEDURE/PLAN AND APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER/SPRAY THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 109468 |
| inspection_date | 2019-12-02 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | No Entry |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 274979 |
| inspection_date | 2018-04-11 |
| standardized_result | conditional_pass |
| original_result | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 29. |
| violation_description | PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 |
| violation_comment | Previous minor violations not corrected by correct date from inspection #2341747 dated 6/8/17 #45-"Food Handler(s) with no proof of food handler training" Instructed to provide. Serious Violation: 7-42-090 |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 30. |
| violation_description | FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED |
| violation_comment | Observed no labels on ready to eat foods not stored in original container. Must provide labels with ingredients and date created on ready to eat foods not in original container. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 35. |
| violation_description | WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS |
| violation_comment | Observed peeling paint on the wall by the exposed hand sink in the prep area. Instructed to remove peeling paint and maintain a smooth easily cleanable surface. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 132686 |
| inspection_date | 2018-03-21 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | No Entry |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 142254 |
| inspection_date | 2017-06-08 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Pass |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 31. |
| violation_description | CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES |
| violation_comment | ALL CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS/POTS/PANS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES(SPOONS/FORKS ETC.)MUST BE PROPERLY STORED,INVERTED (HANDLES-UP) TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE AND MAINTAIN. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 32. |
| violation_description | FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED A BROKEN GASKET AT THE 1 DOOR KITCHEN STAND-UP COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE GASKET AND MAINTAIN. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 38. |
| violation_description | VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED |
| violation_comment | NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE ICE MACHINE WATER LINE.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A VISIBLE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE ICE MACHINE. NO EXPOSED HANDSINK AT THE BAR AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EXPOSED HANDSINK WITH COLD/HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE WITH SOAP AND HANDPAPER TOWELS. |
| Violation 4 | |
| violation_code | 45. |
| violation_description | FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET |
| violation_comment | FOOD HANDLER(S) WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 145263 |
| inspection_date | 2017-05-22 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | No Entry |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 155657 |
| inspection_date | 2016-11-15 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Pass |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 155657 |
| inspection_date | 2016-11-15 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Pass |
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