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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

Closed

Result: Out of Business

No violations

The inspector found this business closed.

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

Inspection history

9 inspections on record

  1. No Entry

    Complaint · No Entry

    No violations

  2. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical1 general Show violations
    • 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

    • 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

  3. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 paperwork Show violations
    • 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

  4. No Entry

    Non-Inspection · No Entry

    No violations

  5. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • 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

    • 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

    • 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

  6. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • 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

    • 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

  7. Pass

    License · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • 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

    • 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

  8. 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.