Conditional

Sweet Bean

1152 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605

Restaurant ZIP 60605 Risk 1 (High)

Pass with Conditions · as of Apr 8, 2026

Sweet Bean was last inspected on April 8, 2026 with a result of “Pass w/ Conditions”. Inspectors found 5 violations, 1 of them critical.

Latest inspection

April 8, 2026 · Canvass

Conditional

Result: Pass w/ Conditions

1 critical4 general
  • CriticalFood handling

    Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

    Inspector’s note: Observed no sanitizing solution in the sanitizing basin of the 3-compartment sink at time of inspection. Instructed pic that sanitizing solution must be prepared and maintained in the sanitizing basin when 3-compartment sink is set up for use. Priority violation citation issued 7-38-025

    Official wording (code 16)

    Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

  • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

    Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

    Inspector’s note: Observed food handler with improper hair restrain working with exposed food. Instructed to wear proper hair restrain at all times when preparing food and working with exposed food and maintain.

    Official wording (code 40)

    Personal cleanliness

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

    Inspector’s note: Observed leak at pipe under 3 compartment sink when draining. Instructed to repair and maintain.

    Official wording (code 51)

    Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed accumulation of dust/debris under cooling equipment on sales floor, in corners of window near self-serving utensils, and in rear prep areas under tables. Instructed to clean and maintain these areas.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed soiled mop not properly stored, mop stored in bucket. Instructed manager to hang mop to prevent insect breeding.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspection history

10 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to elevate all food six inches off floor.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoop laying on top of ice machine. Instructed manager to store ice scoop handle up above ice to prevent contamination.

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, prep tables, coolers, freezers, shelving units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed employee washroom door not self-closing. Instructed manager to repair self-closing device on washroom door.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed soiled mop head not properly stored. Instructed manager to hang mop heads to prevent insect breeding.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floors along walls and corners in utility and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  2. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical7 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive black slimy substance build up on inside interior panel of ice machine and dripping onto ice for human consumption at time of inspection. Must remove build up, clean, and sanitize. Priority foundation 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

      Inspector’s note: Found ready to eat tcs foods such as cooked pork, cooked chicken, cooked sweet potatoes, etc in refrigerator not date marked at time of inspection. Instructed the person in charge that all ready to eat tcs foods held for 24 hours must be properly date marked with the date the food will be sold, discarded or consumed. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to elevate all food six inches off floor.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoop laying on top of ice machine. Instructed manager to store ice scoop handle up above ice to prevent contamination.

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, prep tables, coolers, freezers, shelving units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed employee washroom door not self-closing. Instructed manager to repair self-closing device on washroom door.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed soiled mop head not properly stored. Instructed manager to hang mop heads to prevent insect breeding.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floors along walls and corners in utility and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dirt and dust built up in the vents in the walk-in cooler and the washroom. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  3. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Staff were eating, drinking, or smoking where food is prepared.

      Inspector’s note: Open employees drinks above food prep tables, instructed to keep away.

      Official wording (code 6)

      Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Obstructed hand wash sink in main prep kitchen, utensils/trays placed in sink, Instructed to keep hand sink free from any obstruction. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dish washer washing utensils at 3-comp sink without using sanitizer only washing with soap, sanitize compartment is empty. Instructed manager to wash, rinse and sanitize multi-use utensils properly. Priority violation 7-38-025.

      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: Bulk food containers not labeled ( salt, sugar...) instructed to label and maintain.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: No sink stoppers for 3-comp sink to hold water. Instructed to obtain for proper wash, rinse and sanitize.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No certified food service manager on site while handling and serving TCS foods ( chicken, milk, eggs...) instructed to obtain Priority foundation violation 7-38-012.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  4. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: 4-101.19 observed a towel being used to line the interior of the 3 door refrigerator. Instructed to remove towel, all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Observed a plastic wrap around the pipe that goes into the floor drain under the 2 compartment sink. Instructed to remove plastic, all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-204.12 unable to locate the back flow prevention device on the ice machine located in the rear. Instructed to locate or provide.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed items stored on the floor under the 3 compartment sink. Instruced to elevate everything at least 6 inches.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  5. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 3-307.11 observed cutting board stored on floor. Instructed manager to ensure all utensils are stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed drain holes in 3 compartment sink in inadequate condition. Size of drain holes must be adjusted.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  6. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no consumer advisory reminder and disclosure on menu. Instructed manager to comply with requirements. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed waste water being inadequately disposed at 3 compartment sink. When water is drained in one compartment another compartment floods. Instructed manager to service 3 compartment sink. Priority violation 7-38-030 (c). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 52)

      Sewage & waste water properly disposed

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 25 small flies in kitchen area near 3 compartment sink and 10 small flies throughout the rest of the facility. Instructed manager to service areas accordingly. Pest control service recommended. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a).

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed cutting board stored on floor. Instructed manager to ensure all utensils are stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed mold like substance on exterior of ice machine. Instructed manager to clean ice machine.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager with food allergen certification on site upon arrival. Instructed manager to comply with requirements.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  7. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    6 general3 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no labels for bulk sugar storage container. Instructed person in charge all bulk and working food ingredient containers must be labeled with contents name.

      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 boxes of food stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to properly store and protect food items from contamination while stored by elevating at least 6 inches from the floor on raised shelving units.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed milk crates being used as shelving throughout the prep and storage areas. Must remove and provide shelving that is 6" off the floor and provides floor accessibility to ensure adequate facility cleaning.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed bread, leafy greens, vegetables stored in plastic grocery bags in the walk-in cooler and 1-door freezer. Management instructed to use proper food grade storage bags and containers only.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a slow draining of water at the front food prep hand sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed two burnt out light bulbs in the ventilation hood. Instructed to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • 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 were prepared and served at the time of inspection. Certified food manager arrived at facility 30 minutes after inspection started. Instructed person in charge that a certified manager with a current city of chicago certificate must be on premises at all times when time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods (eggs, sandwiches, milk) are being prepared, handled and/or served. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handler certificates for all employees on site. Instructed to provide and maintain records at all times.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the certified food manager without an allergen training certificate. Management instructed to have all certified food managers obtain this certificate.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  8. Pass

    License · Pass

    No violations

  9. Not Ready

    License · Not Ready

    No violations

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