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The University of Chicago

5245 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60615

Restaurant ZIP 60615 Risk 1 (High)

Out of business · as of May 5, 2026

The University of Chicago was last inspected on May 5, 2026 with a result of “Out of Business”. Inspectors found no violations.

Latest inspection

May 5, 2026 · Canvass

Closed

Result: Out of Business

No violations

The inspector found this business closed.

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

Inspection history

11 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  2. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a leak at the base of the faucet at the 2 comp sink in the baking kitchen. Must repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  3. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the floors and fixtures in the washrooms are dirty. Must clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the light burnt out in the middle prep area under the hood above the ovens. Must replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  4. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ice build up inside the walk in freezer. Must defrost and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

  5. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Repair sensor at hand wash sink in front hot line area.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  6. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed over 20 fruit flies on walls, ceiling and door leading to mechanical room. Also noted over 30 fruit flies on boxes, storage racks and wall in paper goods storage area. Must remove, clean sanitize affected areas. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a).

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide covered receptacles in women's wash room.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

  7. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  8. Pass

    License Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  9. Fail

    License · Fail

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

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: No commercial outside dumpster service available. Instructed manager to provide commercial dumpster service. Serious violation 7-38-020

  10. Not Ready

    License · Not Ready

    No violations

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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.