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Azucar

3617 W 27th St, Chicago, IL 60623

Restaurant ZIP 60623 Risk 2 (Medium)

Pass with Conditions · as of Sep 24, 2025

Azucar was last inspected on September 24, 2025 with a result of “Pass w/ Conditions”. Inspectors found 4 violations, 1 of them critical.

Latest inspection

September 24, 2025 · Complaint

Conditional

Result: Pass w/ Conditions

1 critical1 general2 paperwork
  • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

    Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signs at handsinks. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain handwashing signs at all sinks and maintain.

    Official wording (code 10)

    Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed clutter and items stored on floor in storage room. Instructed person in charge to organize area and maintain all items at least six inches from floor at all times.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • PaperworkManagement & training

    No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

    Inspector’s note: Observed no valid city of chicago foodservice sanitation certificate on site. Instructed person in charge to obtain and maintain certificate on site at all times for review. Priority foundation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

    Official wording (code 2)

    City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  • PaperworkManagement & training

    Not all food employees had food-handler training.

    Inspector’s note: Observed new hire on site with no food handler certificate. Instructed person in charge to instruct food handler employee to obtain food handler training and retain certificate on site.

    Official wording (code 57)

    All food employees have food handler training

Inspection history

11 inspections on record

  1. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical2 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no person on site with valid foodservice sanitation training.

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no policy or supplies (disposable mop, disposable latex gloves, disposable mask, and adequate sanitizer *must eliminate norovirus*) on site to properly clean up any vomit or diarrhea events that can potentially occur inside of the food establishment. Instructed to provide adequate supplies for vomit and diarrhea clean up. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed items (cartons, containers) stored on floor under three compartment sink in rear prep area. Instructed person in charge to organize items and maintain at least six inches from the floor.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed residue and litter on floor behind refrigeration units in rear prep area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no valid foodservice sanitation certificate on site. Instructed person in charge to obtain foodservice sanitation training and maintain certificate on site at all times for review. Priority foundation 7-38-012. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler training certificates on site at time of inspection. Instructed person in charge to direct all food handler employees to obtain training and retain certificates on site.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  2. No Entry

    Canvass · No Entry

    No violations

  3. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATED POSTED AT THIS TIME, NO ENROLLMENT ON PREMISES AT THIS TIME. SERIOUS VIOLATION. 7-38-012a.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Observed the previous minor violation # 45 not corrected from report#1588681 dated 11/20/2015. Observed food handlers requirement not met, instructed to meet requirement and maintain. Serious violation 7-42-090.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: Observed no labels on the pre packaged chips 4 types, instructed on proper labels.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Obthe rear interior of microwave not clean, instructed to clean.

  4. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed cardboard being reused as a shelf liner on the shelves located in the dry storage room. Instructed to not reuse cardboard, all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Observed the cutting board attached to the prep cooler is stained with grooves located in the food prep area. Instructed to replace and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Observed floors with dirt and dust debris in the food prep area and in the dry storage room. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed clutter (boxes of dry stock) being stored on the floor of the dry storage closet. Instructed to elevate everything at least 6 inches from the ground and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers requirement not met. Instructed to meet requirement and maintain.

  5. No Entry

    Short Form Complaint · No Entry

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: Reuse of single service articles (single serve yogurt bottles). Instd to provide proper multi use equipment for food storage.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Excessive ice accumulation in chest freezer. Defrost same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation fan covers in toilet rooms with dust accumulation. Clean same and maintain.

  6. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: Reuse of single service articles (single serve yogurt bottles). Instd to provide proper multi use equipment for food storage.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Excessive ice accumulation in chest freezer. Defrost same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation fan covers in toilet rooms with dust accumulation. Clean same and maintain.

  7. No Entry

    Canvass · No Entry

    No violations

  8. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  9. Pass

    License Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  10. Fail

    License · Fail

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST PROVIDE INTERIOR DOOR SWEEP ON ADJACENT DOOR TO OTHER BUSINESS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

      Inspector’s note: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.MUST PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON BOTH TOILET ROOM DOORS.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 13 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.