The Firehouse Catering Company LLC
2111-2113 S Hamlin Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
Restaurant ZIP 60623 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Jun 1, 2026
The Firehouse Catering Company LLC was last inspected on June 1, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
June 1, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
No violationsNo violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
9 inspections on record
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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: Observed certified manager on site with out allergen training certificate. Instructed person in charge to acquire allergen training.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-201.11 observed 2 door cooler in the rear prep with torn gaskets on both doors. Instructed to repair and maintain equipment in good condition.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 observed all cooling units with spilled and dried food debris on interior surfaces. Noted exterior surfaces of all heavy equipment instructed to clean and maintain equipment.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed food ddebris on floors underneath all heavy cooking equipment, cooling units throughout prep as well as dry storage racks in hallway. Instructed to clean to prevent pest harborage.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
4 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed 2 door cooler in rear prep with torn gaskets on both doors. Instructed to repair and maintain equipment in good condition.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no chemical test strip kit on site for testing the sanitizer strength at the 3compartment sink. 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
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed all cooling units with spilled and dried food debris on interior surfaces. Noted exterior surfaces of all heavy equipment instructed to clean and maintain equipment.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed food ddebris on floors underneath all heavy cooking equipment, cooling units throughout prep as well as dry storage racks in hallway. Instructed to clean in order to prevent pest harborage.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed minor food debris on floors around cooking equipment. Must clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed dust build up on filters at ventilation hood. Must clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training certificates on site. Instructed to provide allergen training for all certified food managers.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed build up in reach-in coolers on bottom sections. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed build up of spills, food debris and liter on floors underneath equipment and tables. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
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: Observed approximately 3o live roaches in and around unused dish machine. Instructed person in charge to remove all live roaches, sanitize all areas, and inform pest control of live activity. Priority foundation #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed build up in reach-in coolers on bottom sections. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed build up of spills, food debris and liter on floors underneath equipment and tables. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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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 5 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.