Pass

Linda's Place

1044 W 51st St, Chicago, IL 60609

Tavern ZIP 60609 Risk 3 (Low)

Passed · as of Feb 4, 2026

Linda's Place was last inspected on February 4, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations, 1 of them critical.

Latest inspection

February 4, 2026 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

1 critical1 general
  • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

    Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

    Inspector’s note: No hands washing signs in restrooms, instructed to post.

    Official wording (code 10)

    Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

    Inspector’s note: 3 plastic buckets placed in 3-comp sink, instructed to remove and use sinks without placing plastic buckets in it.

    Official wording (code 48)

    Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

Inspection history

4 inspections on record

  1. No Entry

    Non-Inspection · No Entry

    No violations

  2. No Entry

    Non-Inspection · No Entry

    No violations

  3. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical6 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: No vomit and diarrhea clean up kit on premises as required; must provide. Instructed the person in charge that a vomit and diarrhea clean up kit must be provided in the event of a vomit and diarrheal incident on premises. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Found no exposed handsink in bar area for handwashing as required; must install with hot and cold running water, soap and handtowels. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c).

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed rear exit door not rodent proofed at right side when closed; instructed to properly rodent proof door.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: No utility (mop) sink on premises for the disposal of waste water as required; must install with hot and cold running water and a backflow device.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: The hot water faucet knobs at the three comp sink are missing; instructed to install knobs at the faucets and remove wrench attached.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Found no self closing devices on washroom doors; must install on both washroom doors and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed clutter in basement area; instructed to remove unnecessary items to avoid potential rodent harborage.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: The ventilation fans in the washrooms do not work; instructed to repair ventilation fans on the ceilings of both washrooms.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 9 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.