Pass

D'nuez

2000 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608

Restaurant ZIP 60608 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Oct 7, 2026

D'nuez was last inspected on October 7, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 4 violations.

Latest inspection

October 7, 2026 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

3 general1 paperwork
  • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

    Inspector’s note: When storing food items in walk in cooler or freezer use food grade containers not grocery bags. Instructed to correct and maintain

    Official wording (code 47)

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

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

    Inspector’s note: Leak at 1 comp prep sink in rear prep area. Instructed to correct and maintain

    Official wording (code 51)

    Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Floors in dish room in need of cleaning to remove water and food debris instructed to clean and maintain

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • PaperworkManagement & training

    Required allergen training was missing.

    Inspector’s note: All city of chicago sanitation certificate holders in need of allergen certificate. Instructed to obtain and maintain on site at all times.

    Official wording (code 58)

    Allergen training as required

Inspection history

12 inspections on record

  1. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed person in charge without proof of food safety management training

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Noted slight pink buildup on top interior surface of ice machine. Instructed to remove ice, clean and sanitize all surfaces and maintain.

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Noted excessive encrusted grease on exterior surface of outdoor grease receptacles

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Noted continued non-compliance from report #2598597 conducted on 08/05/24. Previous core violations not corrected: (53) observed no covered receptacle inside of the women's toilet room. Instructed to provide. Instructed to seal or paint to provide a smooth and easily cleanable surface. Must correct core violations by the date on the report. Priority foundation violation #7-42-090. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed facility food handlers preparing and handling time and temperature control for safety (tcs) foods without a valid city of chicago food service manager certificate on site. Informed person in charge of an original city of chicago food service certificate must remain posted on site, and the named certified manager shall be on site during all tcs food prep, cooking, serving, and operating hours. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  2. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed no covered receptacle inside of the women's toilet room. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

  3. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    3 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      Raw and ready-to-eat foods weren’t kept apart.

      Inspector’s note: Observed inadequate food storage practices. Observed raw shrimp stored over open box of limes. Food shall be protected from cross-contamination by arranging all foods to be stored, held, and displayed in order of minimum cooking temperatures. Priority violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued. Items stored correctly at the time of inspection

      Official wording (code 15)

      Food separated and protected

    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dishwasher not following proper dishwashing procedure. Observed dishwasher not sanitizing dishes at time of inspection. Instructed manager to use an approved sanitizing solution to sanitize dishes adequately. 7-38-025. Priority violation. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.

      Inspector’s note: Found no hot water on site. Noted no hot water at 3 comp sink, utility sink, and all handwashing sinks. Hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the retail food establishment. Priority violation. 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 50)

      Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no backflow prevention device for the utility sink. A backflow prevention device must be located so that it may be serviced and maintained.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Found continued non- compliance from inspection report # 2567970 conducted on 12/05/2022. The following previous core violations were not corrected: 6-301.14 observed no hand washing signs located at the hand washing sinks in the food prep areas and the toilet rooms. Instructed to provide. 4-904.11 observed plates not inverted at the counter in the customer dining area. Instructed to invert all tableware to prevent possible contamination. Instructed manager to comply. Priority foundation violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued. Handwashing signage was posted at the inspection, and plates were inverted at the inspection.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

  4. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 observed no hand washing signs located at the hand washing sinks in the food prep areas and in the toilet rooms. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-904.11 observed plates not inverted at the counter in the customer dining area. Instructed to invert all tableware to prevent possible contamination.

      Official wording (code 45)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15 observed a minor leak under the 3 compartment sink, far left compartment. Instructed to repair.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed some food handlers/wait staff without food handlers certificates. Instructed to meet requirement.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  5. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    2 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 observed no hand washing signs located at the hand washing sinks in the food prep areas and in the toilet rooms. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: 8-404.13(b:3) observed previous priority foundation violation not corrected from inspection report #2567621 dated 11/28/22; 3-603.11 observed no disclosure on the menu for all items that can be ordered undercooked or raw (hamburgers, eggs, beef, ceviche). Instructed to include a disclosure on the menu for all items that can be ordered undercooked or raw (hamburgers, eggs, beef, ceviche). Priority violation 7-42-090.

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-904.11 observed plates not inverted at the counter in the customer dining area. Instructed to invert all tableware to prevent possible contamination.

      Official wording (code 45)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15 observed a minor leak under the 3 compartment sink, far left compartment. Instructed to repair.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed some food handlers/wait staff without food handlers certificates. Instructed to meet requirement.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  6. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical4 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 observed no hand washing signs located at the hand washing sinks in the food prep areas and in the toilet rooms. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 observed no disclosure on the menu for all items that can be ordered undercooked or raw (hamburgers, eggs, beef, ceviche). Instructed to include a disclosure on the menu for all items that can be ordered undercooked or raw (hamburgers, eggs, beef, ceviche). Priority foundation 7-38-005.

      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: 6-501.111 observed evidence of pest activity. Observed about 5 rodent droppings behind a reach in freezer and about 40 rodent droppings located in the cabinets under the soda pop dispenser. Instructed to eliminate pest activity, clean and sanitize affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(a).

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-904.11 observed plates not inverted at the counter in the customer dining area. Instructed to invert all tableware to prevent possible contamination.

      Official wording (code 45)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-302.14 observed no chemical test strips on site to properly test the sanitizing compartment of the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15 observed a minor leak under the 3 compartment sink, far left compartment. Instructed to repair.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed some food handlers/wait staff without food handlers certificates. Instructed to meet requirement.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  7. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: NO CONSUMER ADVISORY ON THE MENU.The Consumer Advisory requirements should include: The Disclosure (asterisk) to a Foot note ("serve raw or under-cooked) and the Reminder ("Consuming raw or under-cooked meats, shellfish, or eggs my increase..."). This typically goes on the menu but in a deli case or to go counter the reminder can be a poster, placard, or brochure. If it's on the menu there is no need for other signage INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the cold holding refrigerator at improper temperature(51.9f). Cold holding unites shall be able to hold tcs foods at 41f or below. Instructed not to use. Repair or replace and maintain. Priority violation 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

  8. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    4 critical2 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No vomit and diarrhea procedure or supplies on site at time of inspection. Instructed to obtain and maintain. Priority foundation #7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed tcs foods(chicken, cheese, sliced tomatoes, cream 51.2f-53.9f) in the cold holding refrigerator and eggs(68.1f) in the prep area at improper temperature. Tcs foods for cold holding shall be at 41f or below. Manager voluntarily discarded and denatured 10 pounds valued at $50. Priority violation 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: NO CONSUMER ADVISORY ON THE MENU.The Consumer Advisory requirements should include: The Disclosure (asterisk) to a Foot note ("serve raw or under-cooked) and the Reminder ("Consuming raw or under-cooked meats, shellfish, or eggs my increase..."). This typically goes on the menu but in a deli case or to go counter the reminder can be a poster, placard, or brochure. If it's on the menu there is no need for other signage INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the cold holding refrigerator at improper temperature(51.9f). Cold holding unites shall be able to hold tcs foods at 41f or below. Instructed not to use. Repair or replace and maintain. Priority violation 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 60 MICE DROPPINGS(25 UNDER SODA DISPENSER CABINET ON THE 2ND FLOOR, 25 UNDER SODA DISPENSER CABINET ON THE FIRST FLOOR, AND 10 IN THE SUMP PUMP ROOM IN THE BASEMENT. PREMISES SHALL BE FREE OF RODENTS AND PESTS.. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(a)

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: No sanitizer solution test strip kit on site at the time of inspection. Instructed to have a test strip kit on site at all times to properly monitor the strength of the sanitizer . Priority foundation. 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified food manager/certificate on duty while tcs foods are prepared and served . Instructed to obtain and maintain. Priority foundation #7-38-012

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkFood handling

      The inspection summary report wasn’t posted for the public.

      Inspector’s note: NO SUMMARY REPORT POSTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO POST SUMMARY FOR CUSTOMERS TO VIEW AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(b)

      Official wording (code 61)

      Summary report displayed and visible to the public

  9. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical1 general3 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no employee health policy on premises at this time, instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-010. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events, instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food temperature measuring device on premises at this time, instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no valid city of chicago sanitation certificate on premises at this time(expired 4/18/2018, instructed manager to provide new certificate. Priority foundation 7-38-012. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler training certificates on premises at this time, instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training certificate on premises at this time, instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  10. Pass

    License Re-Inspection · 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: The floor in the walk-in cooler is not smooth and easily cleanable. Must repair.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed chipped paint on the ceiling in the 2nd floor dining room. Must scrape and repaint chipped paint on the ceiling. Remove the wood panel around the faucets for the mop sink and replace with wall tile.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide lighting in the basement walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer and basement prep area.

  11. Fail

    License · Fail

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

      Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

      Inspector’s note: Found sewer/waste water pipes above exposed hand sink, preparation sink, and preparation table(basement preparation areas). Must relocate or adjust sinks/tables to prevent cross contamination.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Inspector’s note: Found evidence of mice at premises. Observed more than 50 mice droppings along walls at 1st floor preparation areas. Serious violation. 7-38-020. Must clean and sanitize 1st floor preparation areas, remove all mice droppings, and notify pest control operator.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found following not clean: all sinks, toilets, prepration tables, interior of coolers, and cooking equipment. Must clean and sanitize all mentioned.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found floors not clean at premises.must clean and sanitize floors throughout.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found no backflow pfrevention devices at 2 soda machine waterlines and mop sink faucet.must provide.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 4 weeks ago. Always confirm with the official record.