Omakase Yume
651 W Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL 60661
Restaurant ZIP 60661 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Jul 24, 2026
Omakase Yume was last inspected on July 24, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 3 violations.
Latest inspection
July 24, 2026 · Complaint
Result: Pass
3 general-
GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed several dry food storage containers in the kitchen area missing labels identifying the common name of the food items stored. Instructed to provide all bulk food containers with labels noting the common name of the food stored and maintain.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed storage container of ginger stored directly on the floor of the walk-in cooler beneath shelves. Instructed to relocate ginger container and maintain all food items at least 6" above the floor at all times to prevent contamination.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed whetstones in plastic bin stored directly on the floor beneath the 3-compartment sink. Additionally observed drinking glasses stored directly beneath paper towel dispenser at the rear handwashing sink. Instructed to relocate clean equipment away from sources of contamination and maintain clean equipment at least 6" above the floor to prevent contamination.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspection history
10 inspections on record
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No Entry
Non-Inspection · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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No Entry
Non-Inspection · No Entry
No violations
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Both prep areas hand wash sink obstructed, found pans and utensils placed in hand sink basin. Instructed to keep all hand wash sink free from any obstruction. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: No sneeze guard at the front prep station where customers sit across prep table where open food is prepared, instructed manager to install a sneeze guard that prevents customers contamination.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Food handlers without hair restraints. instructed to wear.
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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Closed
Canvass · Out of Business
The inspector found this business closed.
No violations
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical6 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: 6-301.14- observed no hand washing signage at front counter sushi station. Instructed manager to provide signage at said area. Maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 (a)- observed no consumer advisory disclosure/reminder indicated on menu of raw/under cooked foods, for customer view. Informed manager that the disclosure/reminder statement and indicator must be in plain view of the customer, indicated on menu of raw/under cooked foods. Instructed manager to provide consumer advisory signage, disclosure/reminder indicated. Maintain at all times. Priority foundation violation # 7-38-005 citation issued.
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralFood temperature
Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.
Inspector’s note: 3-501.13- observed intact vacuumed sealed packages of fish thawing in cooler. Informed manager that vacuumed sealed packages of fish must be removed from vacuum package and thawed under refrigeration out of package. Instructed manager to remove fish from vacuumed sealed packages and thaw outside of packaging under refrigeration. Maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 35)
Approved thawing methods used
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: 4-302.12- observed no stem thermometer on site to determine internal temperature of time and temperature control for safety foods (tcs) on site. Instructed manager to provided. Maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: 3-307.11- observed no splash guard located on right side of hand sink at sushi station prep counter. Instructed manager to install. Maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 2-402.11- observed food handler with no hair restraint on at sushi prep area. Informed site that food handlers must have hair restraint in food prep areas. Instructed manager to provide hair nets/restraints. Maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: 4-904.13- observed pre set flatware and glass ware stored upright at front counter dinning room area. Informed manager that pre set cutlery and glass ware stored on table tops must be stored inverted or upside down to prevent contamination. Instructed manager to store said items on table tops inverted or upside down to prevent contamination. Maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-201.11- observed raw wood on east wall and ceiling area directly above front prep counter area. Informed manager that all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to seal and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Pa 100-0367- observed allergen awareness certificate not maintained. Instructed manager to obtain allergen awareness certificates.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
License · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Observed raw unfinished concrete flooring, underneath water dispensing machine and ice machine, as well as at entrance to front prep area. Instructed manager to seal area and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Observed raw wood on east wall and ceiling area directly above front prep counter area. Informed manager that all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to seal and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times.
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