Cambden Foods Co.
5700 S Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL 60638
Restaurant ZIP 60638 Risk 2 (Medium)
Passed · as of May 20, 2026
Cambden Foods Co. was last inspected on May 20, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
May 20, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
No violationsNo violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
16 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: All food handlers in need of effective hair restraints. Instructed to correct and maintain
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed vent in front counter area over 1-door fridge to have excessive dust. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floors along walls and in all corners in prep, storage and dish washing areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no waste receptacle at hand washing sink in rear dish washing area. Instructed manager to provide waste receptacle in all areas waste is commonly discarded.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floors along walls and in all corners in prep, storage and dish washing areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Missing handwash signage at handwash sink. Instd to provide signage and maintain
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 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: Rust accumulation on exterior of grease interceptor at 3-compartment sink. Instd to remove rust and maintain surface
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: NO TRASH RECEPTACLE AT REAR HANDWASH SINK. A receptacle shall be provided in each area of the RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT or PREMISES where REFUSE is generated or commonly discarded
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no waste receptacle near hand washing sink in rear dish washing area. Instructed manager to provide waste receptacle in all areas where waste is commonly discarded.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
License · Pass
1 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: 2 turbo chef ovens (6.2kw each) in front prep area. Instd to provide proper ventilation.
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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.