Pass

Beatrix

671 N St Clair St, Chicago, IL 60611

Restaurant ZIP 60611 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of May 14, 2026

Beatrix was last inspected on May 14, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 1 violation.

Latest inspection

May 14, 2026 · Complaint

Pass

Result: Pass

1 general
  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed bar floor with food debris under counter also observed standing water on bar floor. Instructed manager must clean bar floor/keep bar floor dry.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspection history

18 inspections on record

  1. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Observed slight build up inside ice machine upper portion. Instructed manager must clean interior of ice machine and maintain.

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the following tcs foods held at improper temperatures between 44.5 f and 45.0 f inside pantry reach in cooler- chicken and coleslaw. Instructed manager tcs foods must be held at 41.0 f or below if held cold. Priority violation 7-38-005. All out of temperature tcs foods voluntarily discarded. Foods discarded weight- 11 lbs, valued at $12.00. Said pantry reach in cooler ambient air temperature at 41.0 f.

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed some reach in prep coolers door rubber gaskets torn/ripped along cookline. Instructed manager must replace/repair damaged coolers door rubber gaskets.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated dust build up on some coolers condensers. Instructed manager must clean coolers condensers and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

  2. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed milk crates being used as shelving throughout the prep and storage areas. Must remove and provide shelving that is 6" off the floor and provides floor accessibility to ensure adequate facility cleaning.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed grease/food debris buildup on cooking equipment, walls, surrounding floors and shelving units in the kitchen/prep areas. Instructed to degrease, clean and sanitize.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observedin dish area 1 compartment sink with sprayer leaking from pipes, instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  3. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed combo sink with the dump sink attached to the back of the hand washing sink in barista station. Chicago department of health does not accept combo sinks, instructed to remove or replace with single exposed sink, according to food code standards. Priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c).no citation issued

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed milk crates being used as shelving throughout the prep and storage areas. Must remove and provide shelving that is 6" off the floor and provides floor accessibility to ensure adequate facility cleaning.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed grease/food debris buildup on cooking equipment, walls, surrounding floors and shelving units in the kitchen/prep areas. Instructed to degrease, clean and sanitize.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observedin dish area 1 compartment sink with sprayer leaking from pipes, instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  4. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    No violations

  5. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    No violations

  6. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed standing water underneath the dish washing machine where a leaky pipe is seen. Must repair and maintain area.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  7. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed 25 live flies scattered in the bar area on the walls underneath the counter. Must remove and detail clean ffected area. Call pest control for service. Priority foundation citation issued #7-38-020(a).

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the interior shelving of all prep coolers to remove spills and /or debris.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed standing water underneath the dish washing machine where a leaky pipe is seen. Must repair and maintain area.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floors need detail cleaning around, behind all cooking equipment to remove spills, debris and/or grease. Also clean the floor and walls in the dish washing area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  8. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Missing thermometer in several coolers and hot holding cabinet instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Bulk food container ( sugar ) not labeled, instructed to label.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: No irreversible thermometer no heat strips on site for high temp dish washing machine. Instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-025.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Upper panel of ice maker not clean, noted mold like substance starting to form, instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

  9. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Obstructed Hand wash sink at coffee/bar station, found 3 brushes glass scrubber placed in hand wash sink, instructed to keep all hand wash sinks free from any utensils. priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Food containers ( fresh cheese ) not labeled in walk-in cooler, also spry bottle in main kitchen with no label. instructed to label and maintain.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Scoop stored in standing water at runners station, instructed to keep under running water.

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: loose fine wires food strainer, instructed not to use any utensils that's in disrepair.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

      Inspector’s note: Condensation noted in walk-in cooler cooling lines where insulation is damaged. instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 52)

      Sewage & waste water properly disposed

  10. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Found no thermometer in walk-in cooler located next to market area. Must provide.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found lime and food debris buildup inside hot water sanitizing dish machine. Instructed management to clean and sanitize.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed heavy dust buildup on vent in family restroom. Must clean.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed multiple certified food managers without allergen training. Instructed management that all city of chicago certified food managers must complete allergen training.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  11. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: No hand washing signs in toilet rooms, instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed several food handlers in kitchen with long beard not wearing a beard guard, instructed to have all food handlers wear proper hair restraints.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Soda gun holder at coffee station not draining, instructed repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Insulation for cold lines in walk-in cooler in poor repair, instructed to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  12. Conditional

    Suspected Food Poisoning · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      Specialized processes (curing, vacuum-packing, etc.) didn’t follow the approved plan.

      Inspector’s note: Observed about 50 lbs of several sealed bags of foods stored in walk-in cooler that were packaged on site using cook chill special process according to chef. No approved haccp plan, no variance on site. Instructed mgr to discontinue such process. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Food discarded valued at $200.

      Official wording (code 29)

      Compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp

    • GeneralFood handling

      No approval obtained for a specialized processing method.

      Inspector’s note: Refer to violation #29 for description.

      Official wording (code 32)

      Variance obtained for specialized processing methods

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Food handler not wearing hair restraint, instructed to wear.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Found food utensils stored in container of standing water, instructed to keep in a clean dry container or surface.

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

  13. Pass

    Suspected Food Poisoning Re-inspection · Pass

    No violations

  14. Fail

    Suspected Food Poisoning · Fail

    2 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No employee health policy on premises. Instructed manager must provide a employee health policy and keep on premises. Priority foundation. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: No consumer advisory with disclosure and reminder on premises/menu. Instructed manager must provide a consumer advisory with disclosure and reminder on premises/menu. Priority foundation. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed 20 live small flies on walls and ceiling tiles at dishwash area and 10 live small flies on walls and ceiling tiles around ice machine. Instructed manager to remove insect activity by date of reinspection. Advised to call pest control operator for service. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dust build/food debris on walls around dishmachine also observed dust build up on ceiling tiles around ceiling ventilation. Instructed manager must clean walls and ceiling tiles.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  15. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Dusty pipes in walk-in cooler, instructed to clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Water pooling under ice maker at rear,instructed to eliminate stagnet water.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Family toilet room not vented, instructed to install a mechanical ventilation.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must remove all live plants in food prep/ display areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Food handlers with beard not wearing beard restraint, instructed to wear.

  16. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous foods at improper temperatures: found a container of cooked chicken in the walk-in cooler at 55.1f dated yesterday 5/5/16 and 4 cartons of eggs out on the food line at 66.7f. Manager voluntarily discarded 10# of worth approximately $50. Critical violations 7-38-005a

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Dust buildup on the ceiling tiles around the ceiling vent above the food line. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean the floor drains throught the kitchen to remove grime and prevent future fruit fly harborage areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed a leak under the middle compartment of the 3-compartment sink. Instructed to contact a plumber to repair sink and maintain.

  17. Pass

    License · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Seal raw wood around salad bar, hot bar, and prepared food bar.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove all construction debris in the form of ladders, carts and other equipment, organize and maintain.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 6 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.