Pass

The Patio Bar

333 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60616

Restaurant ZIP 60616 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Sep 11, 2025

The Patio Bar was last inspected on September 11, 2025 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.

Latest inspection

September 11, 2025 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

No violations

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

Inspection history

18 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 3-307.11: observed disposable cups being used for a scoop. Instructed to provide utensils with handles to scoop and transfer food items.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: observed food handlers certificates expired. Instructed food handlers must update certificates and maintain records on site at all times.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  2. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 3-306.11: observed still no sneeze guard at self service hot food line. Instructed to provide a smooth and easily cleanable sneeze guard in the mentioned areas in order to protect to food from possible contamination from consumers. Priority violation 7-38-005, no citation issued

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 3-307.11: observed disposable cups being used for a scoop. Instructed to provide utensils with handles to scoop and transfer food items.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: observed food handlers certificates expired. Instructed food handlers must update certificates and maintain records on site at all times.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  3. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no sneeze guard at self service hot food line. Instructed to provide a smooth and easily cleanable sneeze guard in the mentioned areas in order to protect to food from possible contamination from consumers. Priority violation 7-38-005, citation issued

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed disposable cups being used for a scoop. Instructed to provide utensils with handles to scoop and transfer food items.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers certificates expired. Instructed food handlers must update certificates and maintain records on site at all times.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  4. 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: Must install handwash signs at all handsinks in prep area and washrooms.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Large can opener in need of cleaning; clean can opener.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Garbage cans in washroom (ladies & unisex emp) in need of lid; instructed to provide receptacles with lids.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Vents above cooking equipment in need of cleaning to remove dust build up; clean vents.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  5. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed chicken wings @ 44.4f in reach in cooler. Advised tcs foods must be held @ 41f or less at all times. Operator discarded denatured chicken wings during inspection. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

  6. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the ventilation hood and filters above the fryers and grill need of cleaning. Instructed to detail clean and maintain at all times.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the certified food manager without an allergen training certificate. Management instructed to have all certified food managers obtain this certificate.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  7. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No vomit or diarrheal clean up procedure on premises as required; must provide. Instructed the person in charge that a vomit and diarrheal clean up procedure must be documented and the necessary supplies on hand 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

  8. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Floors under cooking equipment in need of cleaning to remove all food build up and grease. 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: Walls at the 3 compartment sink in need of cleaning to remove splatter and food debris. Must clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Light shields in need of cleaning to remove all debri and dust. Must clean and maintain.

  9. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean the ventilation hood above the cooking equipment and clean the interior of refrigeration units and hot holding units. Clean soda dispenser guns at the bar and remove build up.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean floors under and around all equipment.

  10. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Rubber gaskets at ric in need of cleaning. Air vents in ric in need of cleaning to remove dust.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Thermometers needed in hot/cold holding units.

  11. Conditional

    Canvass · 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: Container of fried chicken in hot holding unit at improper temperature at 112.0f . All product voluntarily denatured and disposed of. Approx 10lbs. $50 value. Citation issued 7-38-005a critical.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: No valid city of chicago certificate posted nor available. Instd to have posted at all times. Citation issued 7-38-012 serious.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Leak under 3-compartment sink. Repair same. Sprayer at 3-compartment sink missing holder. Provide proper holder.

  12. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Interior bottom of four door refrigeration unit in rear of kitchen needs cleaning. Interior bottoms of fryers need cleaning to remove grease and food particles.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed vents above grill in need of detail cleaning; clean vents.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Observed light shields above fryers in need of cleaning or replacing; stains observed on shields.

  13. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Poor hygienic practices: observed food handler multi-tasking wearing gloves; he was answering the phone, handling utensils and then ready to eat foods (hot dog buns.) he then took the gloves off and put on another pair with out (properly) washing his hands. Instructed to properly wash hands when multi-tasking, in between glove changing, etc. Critical violation 7-38-010(a)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean and maintain the can opener and interior of deep fryers in prep area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean and maintain interior of all floor drains and floors in corners and under/around all heavy equipment.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Must store all wash cloths in sanitizing solution when not in use.

  14. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Foodhandler multi-tasking with gloves on hands (i.e. Wiping station, cutting pizza, putting fries into basket) and not washing hands. Critical violation. Citation issued.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Internal thermometers for all coolers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Must properly store wash cloths in sanitizing solution when not in use.

  15. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 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: Single service utensils improperly stored. Instd to store properly (handle up).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Interior bottom of fryers with excessive grease. Clean and maintain same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Lightshields thru-out not clean. Clean same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Employee personal belongings improperly stored. Instd to store in designated area

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Ice scoops improperly stored. Instd to store in designated area.

  16. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 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: Found food containers not stored properly.(must store inverted)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found sinks not wiped down.

  17. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. DETAIL CLEAN ALL BEVERAGE NOZZLES ON ALL SODA ETC DISPENSORS THROUGHOUT.

    • 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. DETAIL CLEAN CEILING TILES, NOTED SOME GREASE ON CEILING NEAR COOKING STATION.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. DEAIL CLEAN/PAINT IF NEEDED VENT COVERS THROUGHOUT.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 14 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.