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Bang Bang

2051 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Restaurant ZIP 60647 Risk 1 (High)

Pass with Conditions · as of Aug 10, 2026

Bang Bang was last inspected on August 10, 2026 with a result of “Pass w/ Conditions”. Inspectors found 2 violations, 2 of them critical.

Latest inspection

August 10, 2026 · Canvass

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Result: Pass w/ Conditions

2 critical
  • CriticalFood temperature

    Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

    Inspector’s note: Observed yogurt at improper cold holding temperature at 46f inside of prep cooler. Also observed the following tcs foods at improper cold holding temperature ranging from 45-50f such as blue cheese, goat cheese, american cheese and shelled white eggs. Tcs foods must be held at 41f or below inside of a cold holding unit. Food discarded. Food weighing approximately 10 lbs at a cost of $75.00. Priority violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.

    Official wording (code 22)

    Proper cold holding temperatures

  • CriticalFood temperature

    Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

    Inspector’s note: Observed improper ambient temperature inside of prep cooler at 45f. Ambient temperature inside a cold holding unit must be at 41f or below. Priority violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.

    Official wording (code 33)

    Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

Inspection history

13 inspections on record

  1. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed time/temperature control for safety foods (variety of raw pork sausage patty) at improper cold holding temperatures of 48.6f located in cold holding unit in prep. Manager immediately and voluntarily disposed of 5 lbs of products worth $40.00 through denaturing process. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers not wearing beard restraints. Instructed to wear at all times when preparing food.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the interior of the reach in coolers in need of cleaning. Instructed to detail clean.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

  2. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Found no handwashing signage at handsink.must provide

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

  3. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: The ventilation fan in the washroom is not operational. Management instructed to repair or replace the ventilation fan.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  4. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  5. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed standing water on floor in hvac room. Must keep floor dry/clean.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: No food allergen training certificate on premises for food managers. Instructed all city of chicago certified food managers must have food allergen training certificates on premises.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  6. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 critical7 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Pic doesn't have a food managers certificate.must provide and post.(priority foundation-no citation issued)

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no signed employees health policies.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation-no citation issued)

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

      Inspector’s note: Observed incomplete date markings on tcs ready to eat foods that are being held for more than 24 hours inside of cooler.must provide use by dates.(priority foundation-no citation issued)

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no consumer advisory disclosure and reminder of the risk of consuming raw and undercooked foods on menu.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation-no citation issued)

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Must replace broken thermometer in basement reach in cooler.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed an appx."1/2-3/4" gap along bottom of patio door.must make door tight fitting.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a splash guard at hand sink next to prep table.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFood handling

      Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

      Inspector’s note: Must invert multiuse utensils on dish storage shelves in basement.

      Official wording (code 44)

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

    • GeneralFood handling

      Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

      Inspector’s note: Must store plastic wear with handles in up right position.

      Official wording (code 45)

      Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean interior panel of ice machine.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean debris from floor along wall bases in prep 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 certified food managers certificate posted to view while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (gravy,grits,eggs,etc)must provide and post.(priority foundation 7-38-020)

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  7. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed facility to label coffee condiments for customer self service and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed excess dirt and debris on the floor under the stairway in the basement. Instructed to remove debris, clean, and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed peeling and bubbling paint on ceiling around ventilation ducts in the prep area. Instructed to remove peeling paint, and maintain a smooth easily cleanable surface.

  8. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed dirt and dust accumulation on sides and behind oven located in food prep area. Must clean and maintain. Observed dirt and debris in the interior panels of ice machine located on basement. Must clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed dirt and debris on floor under around and behind all heavy equipment in food prep area. Must clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed openings into ceiling in basement food storage area. Must seal and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed washroom door not self closing. Instructed to provide a self closing device.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed hand washing sink inside washroom draining slow. Must repair and maintain.

  9. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    3 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Noted temperature of service prep cooler to be improper at 46.2f. Instructed not to use until equipment is maintaining proper temperature of 40f or below. Critical violation #7-38-005(a)

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Inspector’s note: Noted internal temperatures of the following potentially hazardous food item inside service cooler to be improper: sour cream 45.0f, milk 46.3f, cheese 47.0f, eggs 47.1/51.0f, sliced mushrooms 57.7f. Manager immediately and voluntarily disposed 38 lbs of products worth $45.00 through denaturing process. Critical violation 7-38-005(a)

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.

      Inspector’s note: Noted poor hygienic practices. Noted employees serving ready to eat foods (biscuits,sausage, tomatoes,etc)with no gloves on. Instructed to wear gloves at all times when preparing and serving ready to eat foods. Critical violation #7-38-010(a)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted rusty shelves inside service prep cooler. Instructed to clean, repaint with non toxic food grade paint and/or replace.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted ice accumulation inside chest freezer at the basement dry storage area. Instructed to clean, defrost and maintain.

  10. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Inspector’s note: Potentially hazardous foods being stored inside coca-cola upright reach-in cooler in food prep area at improper temperature.observed pork sausages at temperature ranging from 55.1f to 59.3f. Manager immediately and voluntarily discarded and denaturated food. Approximately 30.0lbs value of 83.70. Critical violation 7-38-005(a)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must label prepackaged foods inside 2-door cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed broken handle door at the rear prep cooler. Must repair and maintain. Observed rusty food storage shelving inside display cooler in rear prep area. Must repaint or replace.

  11. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical8 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Inspector’s note: Improper temperature of cooked sausage 105.2-125.6f stored in hot holding unit. Instructed manager to discard. All hot food must maintain 140f or above. Critical violation 7-38-005a citation issued.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Label all bulk containers in basement.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior of ice machine.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair ceiling in basement storage area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair self closing device on washroom door.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Provide ventilation in washroom.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove multi-use equipment from utility sink. Utility sink is for waste water disposal only.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

      Inspector’s note: All food handlers must wear hair restraints.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Store wash cloths in sanitizing solution.

  12. Pass

    License · Pass

    No violations

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