Dear Margaret
2965 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
Restaurant ZIP 60657 Risk 1 (High)
Out of business · as of Aug 3, 2026
Dear Margaret was last inspected on August 3, 2026 with a result of “Out of Business”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
August 3, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Out of Business
No violationsThe inspector found this business closed.
No violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
9 inspections on record
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No Entry
Complaint · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Noted no handwash signage at all handwash sinks in front and rear prep/kitchen/ dishwashing area. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Noted slow drain at handsink near front coffee station. Instructed to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 paperwork Show violations
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Food allergen training certificate expired. Instructed all city of chicago certified food managers must have updated food allergen training certificates.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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No Entry
Non-Inspection · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Outer opening not protected. Gap of 1/4" at bottom of entrance door.repair issue.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed cook with beard and without a beard restraint,during food preparation. Instructed to provide beard restraints for all food handlers with beards.
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: Observed preset tables with exposed utensils.instructed to cover/protect utensils(forks,spoons,glasses,etc),to minimize source of contamination
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Extremely slow draining hand washing sink at the dish washing area. Must repair to properly drain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Grounds surrounding the outside garbage area with plant debris. Unused piled wooden pallets at same area must be removed and maintained.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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Pass
License · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Found toilet restroom doors not self closing.must provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Found walls and ceiling not smooth an easy to clean at basement dry storage.(torn drywall) must repair/paint.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Not Ready
License · Not Ready
No violations
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 3 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.