JAN 22
2026
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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THE MOODY BIBLE INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO.
EAT. 97/100
820 N LA SALLE DR · OLD TOWN, CHICAGO
Last inspected January 22, 2026 · passed
15 of 18 inspections passed, with 4 critical violations on file.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
18
15 passed · 2 w/ conditions · 1 failed
VIOLATIONS
32
includes 4 critical
RECORDS COVER
15 YEARS
since May 2010
INSPECTION HISTORY
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED THE FLOOR DRAIN UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF DETAILED CLEANING OF DIRT AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE INSECT ACTIVITY.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED COOKING EQUIPMENT,FLAT TOP, DEEP FRYER AND SALAMANDER GRILL WITH A BUILD-UP OF GREASE, DUST AND FOOD DEBRIS UNDER AND ON SIDES OF EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING FLOOR AREAS IN NEED OF DETAILED CLEANING.....THE THREE -COMPARTMENT SINK DISHWASHING AREA FLOOR AND WALL...FOOD SERVICE AREA FLOORS UNDER EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND THE COOFEE/STORAGE ROOM AREA FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND EQUIPMENT AND SHELVING.
FEB 182025PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
FEB 18
2025
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED THE BOTTOM OF THE SODA DISPENCER WITH A BUILD UP OF SPLATTER UNDER THE BASE AREA WHERE THE SODA COMES OUT OF. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE LIP OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH A BUILD UP OF POSSIBLE RUST AND LIGHTLY GREY BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED THE SIDES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL UNITS.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE CATERING COFFEE AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, SPILLAGE AND DEBRIS AT THE COFFEE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.
JUL 112024PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
JUL 11
2024
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF JUICE AND SODA SPLATTER UNDER THE DISPENSER IN THE CAFETERIA AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND SPLATTER ON THE WALL NEXT TO THE FLAT TOP. OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE SUPPORT KITCHEN BEHIND THE EQUIPMENT ALONG THE WALL A BUILD UP OF OF DEBRIS AND COFFEE BEANS AND THE FLOOR NEAR THE PIZZA PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT FEEDING,BREEDING AND HARBORING.
APR 282022PASSED1 violationDETAILS
APR 28
2022
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN SIGNATURE STATION COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE CUTTING SURFACES.
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MAY 232019PASS W/ CONDITIONS3 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
MAY 23
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7.38.010.NO CITATION ISSUED.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE OR CLEAN UP KIT ON SITE. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
OBSERVED READY TO EAT TIME.TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (COOKED CHICKEN, SLICED TOMATOES) HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITH OUT DISCARD DATE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ANY TCS FOODS HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
MAY 172018PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
MAY 17
2018
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Observed missing wall tile in dish washing area located in dining commons. Informed manager that all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to repair and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. maintain at all times,
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Observed exposed hand sink in signature station with low water pressure at time of inspection. Instructed manager to repair/maintenance and maintain at all times.
MAY 262017PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
MAY 26
2017
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
FOUND FINGERNAIL BRUSHES AT ALL HAND SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL INDIVIDUAL FINGERNAIL BRUSHES FROM ALL HAND SINKS.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
FOUND HAND SINK NEXT TO THE FREEZER AT THE GRILLING AREA NOT RUNNING LONG ENOUGH(8 SECONDS) WITH HOT WATER. MUST ADJUST SENSOR SO AS TO HAVE HOT WATER RUN FOR A MINIMUM OF 15 SECS AT ALL TIMES.
MAY 122016PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
MAY 12
2016
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER LABELS FOR PRE-PACKAGED FOODS OFFERED FOR SALE INCLUDE NAME OF PRODUCT,NAME,ADDRESS AND ZIP CODE OF THE MANUFACTURER,NET CONTENTS OF PACKAGE,A LIST OF INGREDIENTS.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS AT PREP LINE COOLERS WITH DEEP CUTS,STAINS.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON CEILING VENTILATION COVERS AND WALLS IN FOOD PREP AREAS.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
JAN 202015PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
JAN 20
2015
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
NOTED FOOD STORED INSIDE A TIN CAN IN A SERVICE COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FOOD ITEMS FROM THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER AND STORE IN A CONTAINER WITH LID.
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
NOTED MULTI USE UTENSILS (PLATES,CUPS,BOWLS ETC) ON SHELVES AT THE KITCHEN NOT PROPERLY STORED.INSTRUCTED INVERT ALL UTENSILS OR PROVIDE A PROTECTIVE COVER TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION AND CONTAMINATION.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN DRY FLOORS UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
APR 282014FAILED1 violationDETAILS
APR 28
2014
FAILED
1 violationDETAILS
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED
IMPROPERLY DESIGNED EXPOSED HANDSINK INSTALLED AT JOE'S COFFEE CART ON THE 2ND FLOOR. THERE IS A RETENTION TANK USED TO COLLECT WASTE WATER FROM THE EXPOSED HANDSINK ATTACHED TO THE CART. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AN EXPOSED HANDSINK THAT IS PLUMBED TO CITY SUPPLY AND DRAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
SEP 102013PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
SEP 10
2013
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
COOLER CONDENSATION LINE DRAINING IN HAND SINK, INSTRUCTED TO RE-ROUT TO FLOOR DRAIN.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
CLEANINIG CHEMICALS STORED CLOSE TO COFFEE BAGES, INSTRUCTED TO STORE AWAY FROM FOOD SHELVES.
AUG 82012PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
AUG 8
2012
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
GASKETS OF MOST COOLER DOORS MUST BE CLEANED, DUE TO FOOD DEBRIS OR MILDEW. CABINETS UNDER COFFEE STATION MUST BE KEPT CLEAN & FREE OF FOOD SPILLS/STAINS.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
CONDENSATION LINE FROM A COOLER MUST BE RE-ROUTED TO A FLOOR DRAIN.
JUL 122010PASSED1 violationDETAILS
JUL 12
2010
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
SEE REPORT FROM 5-21-2010 FOR DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION.
MAY 212010PASS W/ CONDITIONS3 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
MAY 21
2010
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. Found reach in condiment cooler and pizza preparation cooler at improper temperatures. (60.0F,47.2F) critical violation. citation issued. tagged coolers.
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. Found potentially hazardous food at improper temperatures. (lunch meat 3 pounds at 55.0F, 2pounds cheese at 53.0F, 4pounds beef at 83.6F, and 6 pounds cooked chicken 85.0F.) monetary value $50.00 15pounds. critical violation. citation issued.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. Found floors not clean under heavy equipment.(refrigerators)
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