OCT 28
2025
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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CH DISTILLERY.
EAT. 81/100
564 W RANDOLPH ST · WEST LOOP, CHICAGO
Last inspected October 28, 2025 · passed
11 of 16 inspections passed, with 8 critical violations on file.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
16
11 passed · 4 w/ conditions · 1 failed
VIOLATIONS
44
includes 8 critical
RECORDS COVER
12 YEARS
since Apr 2013
INSPECTION HISTORY
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
FOUND CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING.MUST PROVIDE.
OCT 82025PASSED1 violationDETAILS
OCT 8
2025
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
FOUND CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING.MUST PROVIDE.
OCT 172024PASSED1 violationDETAILS
OCT 17
2024
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
Keeping spoons and utensils in stagnant water at room temperature, Instructed to store utensils in-use according to health code, ie.
SEP 132023PASSED4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
SEP 13
2023
PASSED
4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT THE FRONT HAND SINK IN THE BAR HOT LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS IN THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN 1-DOOR COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED A SLOW DRAINING OF WATER AT THE REAR HAND SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING AND MAINTAIN.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
MAR 222019PASS W/ CONDITIONS7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
MAR 22
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ONSITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE CITY'S HEALTH FORM OR SIMILAR DOCUMENTS USED TO DEMONSTRATE COMPLIANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
NO CLEAN UP KIT OR PROCEDURES ONSITE FOR VOMITING OR DIARRHEA EVENTS . INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE KIT AND POST PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
MUST LABEL FOOD CONTAINERS WITH COMMON FOOD NAMES WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL PACKAGING, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET ON 3-COMP SINK IN REAR, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. ALSO, SWEEP DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST REMOVE OR ORGANIZE EXCESSIVE CLUTTER WHERE THE HVAC EQUIPMENT IS LOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ARE REQUIRED FOR EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE THE ONLINE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE.
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FEB 222018PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
FEB 22
2018
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Observed ceiling leaking near dry goods shelving unit in basement dry storage area. Instructed manager to find source, repair and maintain at all times.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
Observed 2 door refrigerator in back dishwasher/ prep area without visible thermometers. Instructed manager to provide. Maintain at all times.
FEB 82018PASS W/ CONDITIONS5 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
FEB 8
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
Facilities not maintaining proper temperature. Observed 1 door cooler at front bar, at improper temperature of 53.6, holding potentially hazardous foods. Tagged cooler held for inspection by cdph. Instructed not to use. Instructed to repair and maintain at 40f or below. Critical violation # 7-38-005(a)
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
Observed potentially hazardous food stored, in 1 door refrigerator, at front bar, at improper temperature of: 53.9f, 2lbs brie, at a value of $25.00 57.2f, 2lbs sliced salami, at a value of $35.00 53.5f, 3lbs of blue gouda cheese, at a value of $39.00 53.5f, 4.5 white cheddar cheese, at a value of $60.00 Manager stated total weight of 11.5lbs at approximately value of $159.00 Manager voluntarily discarded/denatured said food. Instructed to keep all cold food at 40 f or below and hot food at 140 or above. Critical violation 7-38-005(a)
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Observed door sweep on rear exit door slightly skewed but considered rodent proof. Instructed manager to adjust. Maintain at all times.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Observed ceiling leaking near dry goods shelving unit in basement dry storage area. Instructed manager to find source, repair and maintain at all times.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
Observed 2 door refrigerator in back dishwasher/ prep area without visible thermometers. Instructed manager to provide. Maintain at all times.
JUN 232017PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
JUN 23
2017
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Observed excessive dirt build up inside dust pans in kitchen area, stored near utility sink. Must detail clean dust pans before overnight storage. Must maintain same. Observed clear, sticky residue on beer glass rinsers on the bar. Must detail clean and sanitize. Must maintain same.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Observed excessive dirt build up under equipment in the bar, on the floor. Must pull out all equipment and detail clean and sanitize area. Must maintain same. Observed black slimy substance on drain cover in bar. Must detail clean and sanitize.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Observed excessive staining and dirt build up on walls under ice well in front bar. Must detail clean and sanitize this area. Must maintain same.
DEC 222016PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
DEC 22
2016
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
NOTED GRAYISH RESIDUE ON THE FRONT SIDES OF THE UPPER AND LOWER DROP PLATES IN THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED 4-5 SMALL PIPE OPENINGS LEAKING FROM THE CEILING IN THE BASEMENT NEAR THE PLASTIC CONTAINER STORAGE RACKS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE LEAKS.
MAY 312016PASS W/ CONDITIONS1 violation1 CRITICALDETAILS
MAY 31
2016
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
1 violation1 CRITICALDETAILS
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (CHEESE) AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 50 DEGREES. APPROX. 1.5 LBS OF CHEESE WORTH $35 WAS VOLUNTARILY DENATURED AND DISCARDED BY THE OPERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT 40 DEGREES OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY AND SERVICE. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-005(A)
DEC 182015PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
DEC 18
2015
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
REPAIR LEAKY OVERHEAD PIPE IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
REMOVE CRATES IN THE MOP SINK CLOSET AND PROVIDE MORE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE. PROPERLY STORE ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
MAR 42015PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
MAR 4
2015
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
NOTED BROKEN LIDS AT TWO OF THE CONDIMENT CONTAINERS IN THE BAR PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR TOP PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR AND THE FLOOR DRAIN UNDERNEATH THE DISH MACHINE.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS UNDERNEATH THE DISH MACHINE.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
MINIMIZE CLUTTER IN STORAGE AREAS AND MOP SINK CLOSET. MUST STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
OCT 92014PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
OCT 9
2014
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
ALL BULK FOODS MUST BE LABELED.
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
METAL MIXING BOWLS MUST BE STORED INVERTED.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
MUST PROVIDE VENTILATION ABOVE ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT. OBSERVED LARGE POTS, PANS. RAW SHRIMP, BEEF, SAUSAGE AND SHELLFISH IS COOLERS ALONG WITH COOKED AND COOLED BEEF. PREPARED STOCK IN FREEZER. OBSERVED FLAT GRILLS AND SEVERAL INDUCTION HOT PLATES IN VARIOUS FOOD PREP AREAS.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
EMPLOYEES MUST NOT STORE BICYCLES IN VARIOUS DRY STORAGE AREAS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.
APR 42014PASS W/ CONDITIONS5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
APR 4
2014
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE HOT AND COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT ON SITE FOR CATERING OPERATION. MUST PROVIDE MORE DETAILED INFORMATION IN REGARDS TO HOW FOOD ITEMS WILL BE TRANSPORTED FOR CATERING. MAY NOT PARTICIPATE IN CATERING OPERATION UNTIL VIOLATION CORRECTED. (NO CITATION ISSUED)
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
NOTED EQUIPMENT ON SITE USED TO VACUUM PACKAGE FOOD ITEMS. MUST OBTAIN WRITTEN APPROVAL FROM THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH PRIOR TO PACKAGING FOODS IN A REDUCED OXYGEN ATMOSPHERE.
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
MUST INVERT ALL MULTI USE ITEMS IN FRONT PREP AREA.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MUST PROVIDE COVERS FOR THE CONSUMABLE ICE BINS BEHIND THE BAR.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
MUST REMOVE CLUTTER IN MOP SINK ROOM IN BASEMENT.
JUN 202013PASSED1 violationDETAILS
JUN 20
2013
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
NOTED OPENINGS IN RAW WOOD CEILING ABOVE FRONT BAR PREP AREA. MUST BE SEAL, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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