AUG 18
2025
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violationsDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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SMOKE DADDY.
YOUR CALL. 57/100
1804-1806 W DIVISION ST · WICKER PARK, CHICAGO
Last inspected August 18, 2025 · passed with conditions
8 of 14 inspections passed, 2 failed, 4 passed with conditions. 3 critical violations across the record.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
14
8 passed · 4 w/ conditions · 2 failed
VIOLATIONS
56
includes 3 critical
RECORDS COVER
12 YEARS
since Mar 2013
INSPECTION HISTORY
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Both kitchen and bar low-temp dish machines are not sanitizing at the final rinse, 0ppm obtained at the final rinse. Instructed to provide proper sanitizer concentration. Priority violation 7-38-025.
COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP
No variance available on site for using curing agents ( sodium nitrite ) instructed manager to discontinue using curing agents until obtaining appropriate variance from the office of CDPH. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
Keeping spoons in standing water at room temperature, Instructed to keep according to health code, ie.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Missing grout between floor tiles at main kitchen. Instructed to grout and maintain.
OCT 12024FAILED2 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OCT 1
2024
FAILED
2 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED MORE THAN 15 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, INCLUDING IN THE BAR AREA, IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA, NEAR THE WAREWASHING AREA, IN THE DOWNSTAIRS PREP AREA, AND THE DINING ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AREAS AFFECTED BY PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED. REPORT #2584603, DATED NOVEMBER 3, 2023, INSTRUCTED THE FACILITY TO #47 REFINISH OR REPLACE STAINED OR DAMAGED CUTTING BOARDS. OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD IN UPSTAIRS PREP AREA WITH HEAVY STAINS AND DEEP SCRATCHES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ADDRESS PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
NOV 32023PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
NOV 3
2023
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
OBSERVED A SMALL AMOUNT OF CALCIUM RESIDUE ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO SCHEDULE A CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
OBSERVED DIRTY AND SOILED WIPING CLOTHS IN THE FOOD PREP AND SMOKER ROOM AREA. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP WIPE CLOTHS IN PROPER SANITIZING SOLUTION AND CLEAN DAILY.
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
OBSERVED BLACK PLASTIC TRAYS STORED FACING UP AT THE COOKLINE. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT TRAYS TO PROTECT FROM OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE UPSTAIRS PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED WET MOP STORED IN THE BUCKET IN THE UTILITY CLOSET IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO HANG MOPS TO ALLOW TO DRY WHEN NOT IN USE.
JUN 302022PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
JUN 30
2022
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
OBSERVED A MALE FOOD HANDLER PREPPING FOOD WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS ON SEVERAL PREP SURFACE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF EQUIPMENT & FOOD. MUST MAINTAIN
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
OBSERVED TWO STALLS IN THE WOMEN'S PUBLIC/EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM WITH NO COVERED RECEPTACLE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON FILE . INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD CERTIFIED MANAGER WITH NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS OBTAIN THIS CERTIFICATE.
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JUN 242020PASS W/ CONDITIONS2 violationsDETAILS
JUN 24
2020
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violationsDETAILS
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
FOUND 60 LBS OF DAIRY CHEESE SAUCE STORE IN 2 LARGE TUBS AT 53.4F - 57.1F. TUBS STORED IN WALK-IN COOLER FROM A DAY BEFORE, INSTRUCTED TO COOL DOWN TCS FOODS PROPELY AND HOLD AT 41F OR LOWER. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. FOOD DISCARDED VALUED AT $600.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
IMPROPER COOLING METHOD, HOT TCS FOOD PLACED IN LARGE TUBS COVERED TIGHTLY AND PLACED IN WALK-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SMALLER CONTAINERS LOOSELY COVER TO FACILITATE COOLING DOWN PROCESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
APR 252019PASS W/ CONDITIONS8 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
APR 25
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
8 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER PREPARING/HANDLING/ASSEMBLING/TOUCH, THE FOLLOWING READY TO EAT FOODS, WITH BARE HAND CONTACT. *10LBS OF COLESLAW CABBAGE MIX, $10.00 *2 COOK SLIDER BUNS FOR PULLED PORK SANDWICH INFORMED MANAGER THAT BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOOD IS NOT ALLOWED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO USE BARRIERS SUCH AS TONGS, SINGLE USE GLOVES, ETC. WHEN HANDLING READY TO EAT FOODS. MANAGER CORRECTED VIOLATION DURING INSPECTION, DISCARDED AND DENATURED 10LBS, AT $10.00 PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS ON 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
OBSERVED READY TO EAT/TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS, REMOULADE SAUCES, SLICES CHEESES, ETC. STORED IN ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS, OVER NIGHT, WITHOUT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE THE FOOD MUST BE SOLD, DISCARDED OR CONSUMED WITHIN 7 DAYS. INFORMED MANAGER THAT TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS STORED FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS MUST HAVE PROPER LABEL AND DATE. INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24HOURS. MANAGER CORRECTED VIOLATION DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE/REMINDER INDICATED ON MENU OF RAW/UNDER COOKED FOODS, FOR CUSTOMER VIEW. INFORMED MANAGER THAT THE DISCLOSURE/REMINDER STATEMENT AND INDICATOR MUST BE IN PLAIN VIEW OF THE CUSTOMER, INDICATED ON MENU OF RAW/UNDER COOKED FOODS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY SIGNAGE, DISCLOSURE/REMINDER INDICATED. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION # 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
UNABLE TO IDENTIFY BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE/VACUUM BREAKER DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE ON SITE IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO IDENTIFY AND OR INSTALL BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
OBSERVED NO LIDDED TRASH CAN RECEPTACLE FOR SANITARY ITEMS IN RESTROOM/S ADJACENT TO KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE LIDDED TRASH CAN RECEPTACLE FOR SANITARY ITEMS. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED NO HOOD AND VENTILATION SYSTEM ATTACHED/INSTALLED OVER CONVECTION OVENS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. INFORMED MANAGER THAT HOOD AND VENTILATION IS REQUIRED FOR OVEN SYSTEMS, UNLESS IT IS AN ELECTRIC OVEN AND USES LESS THAN 7.5 KILOWATTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE SPECIFICATION TO IDENTIFY/CONFIRM KILOWATT OR INSTALL HOOD AND VENTILATION SYSTEM OVER CONVECTION OVER, IN SAID AREA. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED ALLERGEN AWARENESS CERTIFICATE NOT MAINTAINED FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED SITE TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN AWARENESS CERTIFICATES FOR CERTIFIED MANAGERS ON SITE.
MAR 242017PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
MAR 24
2017
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
OBSERVED BOWLS USED TO PREPARE SINGLE SERVICE SALADS STORED ON TOP OF FOOD ITEMS IN THE COLD-HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO STORE BOWLS SEPARATE AND AWAY FROM READY TO EAT FOODS.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
REMOVE DUST FROM THE FAN VENT COVER AND CONDENSER INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MUST PROVIDE ICE LIDS/COVERS FOR THE CONSUMABLE ICE BINS BEHIND THE BAR TO PROPERLY PROTECT ICE FROM THE PUBLIC WALKWAY.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE CAN OPENER BLADE AND HOLSTER IN THE BASEMENT TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
INSTRUCTED TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZER SOLUTION IN BETWEEN USE.
MAR 292016PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
MAR 29
2016
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
SPLASH GUARD IN POOR REPAIR AT EXPOSED HAND SINK AT EAST BAR AREA,DIRTY DUCT TAPE AT EDGE OF THE SPLASH GUARD.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WITH SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE OR REPLACE IT
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
EXCESS GREASE BUILD UP INSIDE THE DEEP FRYERS,WHEELS OF THE EQUIPMENTS AND PIPES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
MAR 222016FAILED3 violationsDETAILS
MAR 22
2016
FAILED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
FOOD(ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE. FOUND ICE MACHINE WITH BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE AT WATER RESERVOIR AND PINK SLIME SUBSTANCE AT PANELS OF ICE BIN,INSRUCTED TO CLEAN,SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN OBSERVED EXPOSED WASTE WATER PIPE ABOVE BAR AREA AND ABOVE PREP TWO COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT AREA ,ALSO ABOVE CAMBRO CONTAINERS IN BASEMENT. NO EXPOSED WASTE WATER PIPE SHOULD BE ABOVE ANY AREAS WITH FOOD AND BEVARAGE PREPARATION. INSTRUCTED TO ENCLOSE WASTE WATER PIPES. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH, CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-005(A)
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
SPLASH GUARD IN POOR REPAIR AT EXPOSED HAND SINK AT EAST BAR AREA,DIRTY DUCT TAPE AT EDGE OF THE SPLASH GUARD.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WITH SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE OR REPLACE IT
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
EXCESS GREASE BUILD UP INSIDE THE DEEP FRYERS,WHEELS OF THE EQUIPMENTS AND PIPES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
MAR 112015PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
MAR 11
2015
PASSED
7 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
RUBBER GASKETS AND CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED OF REPLACING WHERE WORN. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST CLEAN THE POTATO SLICER AND THE MEAT SLICER TO REMIVE ALL BUILD UP. ALL DUST PANS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
COVING AT FRONT BAR IN NEED OF REPAIR. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WALLS IN DISH AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL SPLATTER AND BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
LIGHT SHEILD NEEDED IN BASEMENT BEVERAGE STATION. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
LEAK AT 3 COMP SINK FAUCET IN DISH AREA. VARIOUS DRAINS NEED COVERS IN BASEMENT AREA. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
THEREMOMETERS NEEDED IN WALK IN COOLER. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
APR 32014PASS W/ CONDITIONS5 violationsDETAILS
APR 3
2014
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violationsDETAILS
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED PER MUNICIPAL CODE OF CHICAGO FROM REPORT #1277742 ON 3-19-14. 32-EXPOSED HANDSINK IN BAR AND BOTH IN BASEMENT NEEDS SPLASHGUARD INSTALLED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILE AND GROUT LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. SEAL/REPAINT FLOOR IN BASEMENT PREP AREA (CHIPPED PAINT).
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
SEAL OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. PROVIDE BASEBOARDS IN SMOKER/ROTISSERIE AREA. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER WASHBOWLS IN EAST WASHROOMS.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISH ROOM. PROVIDE HOT WATER AT RIGHT SINK IN WEST WOMEN WASHROOM.
MAR 192013PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
MAR 19
2013
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Exposed handsink in bar and both in basement needs splashguard installed. Cutting board worn in prep area. Instructed to replace worn cutting board or detail clean and remove heavily pitted surface.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Exposed brick in dining appears not to be sealed. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Drainline from soda dispenser draining to exposed handsink in bar area. Instructed to reroute drainline from handsink. Ventilation not working in men's toilet room. Instructed to replace exhaust fan.
MAR 192013PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
MAR 19
2013
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Exposed handsink in bar and both in basement needs splashguard installed. Cutting board worn in prep area. Instructed to replace worn cutting board or detail clean and remove heavily pitted surface.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Exposed brick in dining appears not to be sealed. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Drainline from soda dispenser draining to exposed handsink in bar area. Instructed to reroute drainline from handsink. Ventilation not working in men's toilet room. Instructed to replace exhaust fan.
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