Roti Modern Mediterranean

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Aug 31, 2026 Fail

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

   1 critical Show violations

   • CriticalRepeat violation

     A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS FROM FROM AUGUST 19 2026 REPORT 2641428 NOT CORRECTED: 49 4-601.11(C): (C) NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, FOOD residue, and other debris. EXCESSIVE BLACK SUBSTANCE ON CAULKING AT TOP BASE OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTD TO REPLACE CAULKING AND MAINTAIN 51 5-205.15: System Maintained in Good Repair (In Good Repair) COLD WATER FAUCET HANDLES STRIPPED AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, TURNING COLD WATER ON FROM UNDERNEATH. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FAUCET. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 PRIORITY

     Official wording (code 59)

     Previous priority foundation violation corrected

2. Aug 19, 2026 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

   3 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Pic without city of chicago certified manager certificate. Instd to obtain and maintain original certificate on site.

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Hot food was held below a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Container of cooked steak at improper hot holding temperature of 115.0f in hot holding unit. Steak discarded and denatured at this time. Instd to maintain hot foods at 135f or above at all times. Citation issued 7-38-005 priority

     Official wording (code 21)

     Proper hot holding temperatures

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: The following tcs foods at improper cold holding temperatures: at cold hold unit at front prep line: cooked corn 52.5f, feta cheese 54.0f, cooked brussel sprouts 54.5f, chickpea salad 49.5f; in salad upright cooler: spring mix 60.0f, romaine lettuce 57.7f. And in rear cooler: cooked rice 55.5f. And cooked cauliflower rice 54.5f. All said items discarded and denatured at this time. Approx 30lbs $500 value. Instd to maintain cold foods at 41f or below at all times. Priority violation 7-38-005. See above for citation issued

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • GeneralFood temperature

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

     Inspector’s note: The following refrigeration units being used to hold tcs foods and unable to maintain proper cold holding temperatures: cold hold unit front prep line at 68.0f, salad uprgiht refrigeration unit at 48.f, and rear cooler at 51.0f. All units tagged and held for inspection at this time. Instd not to use until repaired, able to maintain 41f or below and reinspected by cdph. Citation issued 7-38-005 priority

     Official wording (code 33)

     Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

   • GeneralRepeat violation

     A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM APRIL 1 2026 REPORT 2633391 NOT CORRECTED: 49 4-601.11(C): (C) NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, FOOD residue, and other debris. EXCESSIVE BLACK SUBSTANCE ON CAULKING AT TOP BASE OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTD TO REPLACE CAULKING AND MAINTAIN 51 5-205.15: System Maintained in Good Repair (In Good Repair) COLD WATER FAUCET HANDLES STRIPPED AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, TURNING COLD WATER ON FROM UNDERNEATH. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FAUCET. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 PRIORITY FOUNDATION

     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: No city of chicago certified manager on site while handling tcs foods (chicken, steak), nor valid certificate posted. Instd to have certification posted and have manager on site at all times while handling tcs foods. Citation issued 7-38-012 priority foundation.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

3. Apr 1, 2026 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Pic without city of chicago certified manager certificate. Instd to obtain and maintain original certificate on site.

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: No labels on packaged dessert containers for customer self service. Must provide labels with name, ingredients, net quantity, address, any allergens if applicable.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Excessive black substance on caulking at top base of 3-compartment sink. Instd to replace caulking and maintain clean.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Cold water faucet handles stripped at 3-compartment sink, turning cold water on from underneath. Instd to repair and maintain faucet.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified manager on site while handling tcs foods (chicken, steak), nor valid certificate posted. Instd to have certification posted and have manager on site at all times while handling tcs foods. Citation issued 7-38-012 priority foundation.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

4. Apr 23, 2025 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   No violations

5. Mar 15, 2024 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no person in charge with valid chicago food sanitation certificate.

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed dirt and debris build up on the floor and inside the drain underneath the soda station. Must clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed loose debris, dirt, and dust buildup on the floors and corners in the basement storage area. Instructed to detail clean and increase cleaning frequency of floors. Must maintain at all times.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on duty while tcs foods are being prepared, handled, and served (chicken bowls, steak pita sandwiches, etc.) must be on site at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-012. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

6. Apr 11, 2023 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical3 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no paper towels at the basement prep handwashing sink. Instructed management that all handwashing sinks must be equipped with a hand drying provision at all times; instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued. Management provided paper towels at said sink.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed excessive clutter in the annex rear dry storage room in which catering single-use supplies are stored. Instructed the person in charge to clean, organize and maintain all items at least six inches from the floor.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed dirt and debris build up on the floor and inside the drain underneath the 1 compartment prep sink. Must clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Found heavy dust build up on the ceiling vent above the fresh lettuce cooler in the front prep area. Must clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

7. Mar 23, 2022 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

8. Mar 21, 2022 Fail

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

   2 critical1 general Show violations

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: 4-602.11(b-e)-observed ice dispenser on soda machine to have pink slime on and around it. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • CriticalRepeat violation

     A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: Previous priority foundation violation not corrected from 3/14/2022, report #2552858. #54- observed outside garbage dumster overflowing with trash preventing lid closure. Observed excessive garbage on ground around garbage area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain area at all times. Trash must be stored inside receptacle with lid shut to prevent entry points for pests. Priority foundation violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 59)

     Previous priority foundation violation corrected

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: 3-602.11(a; b:1-4,6,7; c; d)-observed no label on packaged hummus containers for customer self service. Must provide label with name, ingredients, net quantity, address, any allergens if applicable.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

9. Mar 14, 2022 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   2 critical5 general 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 policies on site at time of inspection. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain on site for review. Priority foundation citation issued 7-38-010

     Official wording (code 3)

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

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: Observed ice dispenser on soda machine to have pink slime on and around it. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no label on packaged hummus containers for customer self service. Must provide label with name, ingredients, net quantity, address, any allergens if applicable.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed rusted pipe for raw sewage uncovered with single use items stored underneath. Instructed person in charge to cover and maintain or remove items from under sewage pipe.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed outside garbage dumster overflowing with trash preventing lid closure. Observed excessive garbage on ground around garbage area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain area at all times. Trash must be stored inside receptacle with lid shut to prevent entry points for pests. Priority foundation violation. Citation issued. 7-38-020(b).

     Official wording (code 54)

     Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed excessive clutter in annex rear dry storage room in which catering single use supplies are stored. Instructed person in charge to clean, organize and maintain all items at least six inches from floor.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralRepeat violation

     A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: Previous core violation not corrected from 10/4/2019, report #2315397. #58 must obtain allergen training completion certificates for all city of chicago certified food manager certificate holders and maintain on site for review. Priority foundation violation. Citation issued. 7-42-090.

     Official wording (code 60)

     Previous core violation corrected

10. Oct 4, 2019 Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No employee health policies on site for al food and conditional employees. Instructed to provide and maintain on site for review. Priority foundation violation. 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: No written clean up procedure posted or necessary items outlined in the policy available on site for responding to vomit and diaarhea events that can occur in the food establishment. Instructed to provide and maintain. 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive beverage spills/dried soiled napkins under juice station cabinet in dining area. Must clean and maintain clean surfaces

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed chemical/storage area in basement next to walk in cooler not maintained. Instructed to remove unnecessary items and clutter , organize all boxes , cleaning supplies, etc and provide proper storage racks to elevate all items 6 inches off the ground and maintain.must organize towels/apron/employee belongings next to stair case to prevent pest harboring.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Must obtain allergen training completion certificates for all city of chicago certified food manager certificate holders and maintain on site for review

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

11. Sep 27, 2019 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No employee health policies on site for al food and conditional employees. Instructed to provide and maintain on site for review. Priority foundation violation. 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: No written clean up procedure posted or necessary items outlined in the policy available on site for responding to vomit and diaarhea events that can occur in the food establishment. Instructed to provide and maintain. 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 3 compartment sink in use in rear of facility with chemical sanitizing solution reading at 0ppm during time of inspection. Must provide chemical sanitize at proper concentration of 200 ppm.priority violation. 7-38-025. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Person in charge unable provide testing kit on site for checking sanitizer concentration at 3 compartment sink in rear prep area during time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain on site at all times. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive beverage spills/dried soiled napkins under juice station cabinet in dining area. Must clean and maintain clean surfaces.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed chemical/storage area in basement next to walk in cooler not maintained. Instructed to remove unnecessary items and clutter , organize all boxes , cleaning supplies, etc and provide proper storage racks to elevate all items 6 inches off the ground and maintain.must organize towels/apron/employee belongings next to stair case to prevent pest harboring.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Must obtain allergen training completion certificates for all city of chicago certified food manager certificate holders and maintain on site for review.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

12. May 18, 2018 Pass

    License · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean dust from food contact surfaces throughout.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean dust from floors throughout 1st floor and basement.

13. Apr 23, 2018 Not Ready

    License · Not Ready

    No violations