Nando's Peri-Peri
1500 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL 60610
Restaurant ZIP 60610 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Jun 30, 2026
Nando's Peri-Peri was last inspected on June 30, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations.
Latest inspection
June 30, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
2 general-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed the large cutting board in the front foodservice area with dark stains and deep cutting grooves on each side. Instructed to repair or replace.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the sides of the cooking equipment in need of a detail cleaning...also observed the area under the grills in need of a deep detail cleaning from dust, dirt and dark build up (possible burned food debris) instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspection history
18 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed all floor drains in need of a detail cleaning from dirt, grease and other build up. Instructed to clean and maintain all.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of grease and food debris under the grill in the front food prep/service area. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed a leak at the pipe behind the dish washing machine where the red tag is located. Instructed to repair and maintain in good working order.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the floors throughout the facility under equipment and work stations along the walls in need of a detail cleaning of dirt and food debris...and standing water in the rear where the carbon dioxide canister is located. Instructed to clean and maintain all as a means of preventing possible pest and or insect activity.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the walk in cooler and walk in freezer floor with a build up of small debris and dirt under shelving and along the corners of the walls. Instructed to clean and maintain areas.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the floor throughout the food prep/service areas with a build up of dirt and small food debris under and around cooking and non cooking equipment, mostly along the walls and corners. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas as needed as a means of preventing possible pest and or insect activity.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed the ceiling vents with a build up of dust. Instructed to clean and maintain all vents as a means of preventing possible contamination of foods cooked in areas and food contact surfaces.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper fresh hot water sanitizing rinse for a stationary rack single temperature high temperature dish machine at 79f. Instructed to repair high temperature dish machine, the temperature of the fresh hot water sanitizing rinse as it enters the manifold may not be less than 165f. Priority violation 7-38-025 citation issued.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed milk crates used to elevate containers of used oil in the dishwashing area. Instructed to eliminate milk crates used for elevation and to provide adequate shelving to elevate all food and non food items at least six inches off of floor for ease of cleanability.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed dust on ceiling above counter top where customers food is placed. Instructed to clean ceiling in said area. Observed dust on wall next to ice scoop holder. Instructed to clean wall near ice scoop holder.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Interior of the ice machine is slightly soiled. Facility must clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 paperwork Show violations
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training certificates on site at time of inspection. Instructed all employees holding city of chicago foodservice manager certificates must complete allergen training and maintain records thereof on site at all times.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Conditional
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: Unable to verify wash temperature of hot water sanitizing dish machine. Instructed management repair. Priority foundation violation 7-38-025. Management has agreed to wash all dishes in the three compartment sink until dishmachine is repaired. Equipment tagged and held for inspection.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Right side handwashing sink in womens restroom is broken and does not turn on. Must repair.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Improper internal food temperatures of tcs foods (mashed potatoes, cooked rice) in the walk-in cooler. Mashed potatoes were at 50.0 f. Cooked rice was at 70.0 f. Instructed management to cold-hold tcs foods at or below 41 f. Approximately 25 lbs of said food was voluntarily discarded with an estimated cost of $50. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed employee in food preparation area not wearing hair restraint. Instructed to wear a hair restraint must be use at all times while food is being prepared and served.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: Unable to verify wash temperature of hot water sanitizing dish machine. Instructed management repair. Priority foundation violation 7-38-025. Citation issued. Management has agreed to wash all dishes in the three compartment sink until dishmachine is repaired.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Right side handwashing sink in womens restroom is broken and does not turn on. Must repair.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical6 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed the front bar/service station hand washing sink not accessible for employees to wash their hands. Hand sink is blocked by front counter structure. Step stool is being used to reach sink. Instructed to make sink accessible for employees to wash their hands. Premises has other sinks available for hand washing. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) no citation issued.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed employee in food preparation area not wearing hair restraint. Instructed to wear a hair restraint must be use at all times while food is being prepared and served.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloths stored on top of refrigeration units and dishwashing machine. Must properly store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed rusty food storage shelving inside walk-in cooler and rear storage shelving where ice machine is located. Must repaint or replace.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed rusty food storage shelving inside walk-in cooler and rear storage shelving where ice machine is located. Must repaint or replace.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed dirt and food debris on floor in rear utility room especially around water heated. Must clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed dust build up on ceiling ventilation vents throughout rear storage area and dishwashing area. Must clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
2 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Food handler with long beard not wearing beard restraints, instructed to wear.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Ice scoop holder not removable for proper washing, instructed to detach from screws.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: No allergen training certificate for food service managers, instructed to obtain.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Food handler with long beard not wearing a beard restraints. Instructed to wear.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: No allergen training certificate for food service managers, instructed to obtain.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed light residue forming on drop tray of ice machine. Must detail clean.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed slow drain at mop sink. Must repair. Observed top loading frozen yogurt machine on counter near soda fountain without faucet installed above. Must install a faucet, with hot and cold water under city pressure above this top loading machine to allow for proper cleaning of the unit.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed clutter in rear storage corner near mop sink. Noted excess chairs, table and cleaning equipment stored haphazardly such that one cannot reach the back wall. Instructed to remove unnecessary items and store all mops and brooms inverted or at least 6 inches off the floor.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must repair one of two automatic hand washing sinks in the ladies restroom(hand sink on the right hand side) so as to have run for a minimum of 15 seconds at all times.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: During inspection only one idph food handler's certificate was provided. All staff on premises must always have their idph food handler's certificate available.must provide.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Found the following potentially hazardous foods held at improper temperatures inside the walk-in-cooler- rice at 49.0-50.0 f and mashed potatoes at 49.0 f.,cooked chicken at 50.0f. Instructed manager all potentially hazardous foods must be held at 40 f or below if held cold. All out of temperature potentially hazardous foods voluntarilly discarded at this time. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Instructed to provide a long brush to properly clean interiors of water bottles used for water service for customers.
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Noted some food items inside service cooler not labeled. Instructed to label all food items with product name, prepared by date and use by date.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean floor drains especially underneath the dish washing machine and 3 compartment sink.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Noted some employees with no food handlers certificate on site. Instructed management to have all employees food handler certificate on site at all times.
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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