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Dolls Kitchen and Catering

1014 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60612

Restaurant ZIP 60612 Risk 1 (High)

Pass with Conditions · as of Mar 25, 2026

Dolls Kitchen and Catering was last inspected on March 25, 2026 with a result of “Pass w/ Conditions”. Inspectors found 3 violations, 1 of them critical.

Latest inspection

March 25, 2026 · Canvass

Conditional

Result: Pass w/ Conditions

1 critical2 general
  • CriticalFood handling

    Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

    Inspector’s note: Observed no sanitizer for the three-compartment sink on site for sanitizing dishware. Instructed chemical sanitizers that are used sanitize equipment and utensils shall be provided and available for use during all hours of operation. Employee was able to leave and come back with sanitizer before the end of the inspection. Priority violation 7-38-005, citation issued

    Official wording (code 16)

    Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

  • GeneralFood handling

    Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

    Inspector’s note: Observed the serving/ cooking utensils not inverted on the storage shelf across from the three compartment sink. Instructed to invert and maintain.

    Official wording (code 44)

    Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed the floors behind the cooking equipment with debris on the floor. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspection history

9 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the rear exit door in poor repair (worn weather stripping). Instructed manager to seal the bottom of the door to prevent possible entry point for pests.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning along the wall base and in corners, especially around the 3 comp sink/grease trap to remove spills and/or debris. Also clean air vent covers to remove dust.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the filters above the cooking equipment to remove grease and debris.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the certified manager's allergen certificate has expired. Must renew and maintain.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  2. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 paperwork Show violations
    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed a food handling employee without a food handler training certificate. Management instructed that all food handling employees must show proof of training.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  3. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper cold holding temperatures of tcs foods inside the 2-door prep cooler. Observed eggs at 45f, cheese at 48f, egg roll filling at 48f, and chicken salad at 50f. Management instructed to maintain all cold foods below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from report #2594335 on 5/9/24 not corrected: 53 - observed no covered waste receptacle inside of the employee washroom. Management instructed to provide. 56 - observed no working ventilation fan inside of the washroom. Management instructed to repair or replace the ventilation fan. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed two food handling employees without a food handler training certificate. Management instructed that all food handling employees must show proof of training.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  4. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    7 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the rear exit door not completely rodent proofed as required. Instructed the person in charge to completely rodent proof door by sealing 1/4 gap at the bottom of the door and maintain.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Clean the interior of the 2 door prep cooler, microwave, deep fryers, stove and prep table.

      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 no covered waste receptacle inside of the employee washroom. Management instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Repair the opening in the wall corner behind the 3-compartment sink.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Clean the floor beneath the cooking equipment. Clean the walls of the dish washing area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no working ventilation fan inside of the washroom. Management instructed to repair or replace the ventilation fan.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive grease buildup on the ventilation hood and filters. Management instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  5. No Entry

    Non-Inspection · No Entry

    No violations

  6. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulation of grime on interiors of doors of cold holding units. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Bserved new employees without food handler training. Instructed person in charge to direct employees to obtain food handler training and retain certificates on site.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  7. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 60 mouse droppings scattered in dry storage closet. Instructed person in charge to remove all mouse droppings, sanitize all areas, and inform pest control of need for service. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulation of grime on interiors of doors of cold holding units. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed items stored on floor in dry storage room. Instructed person in charge to remove items from floor and elevate at least six inches.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed new employees without food handler training. Instructed person in charge to direct employees to obtain food handler training and retain certificates on site.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  8. Pass

    License · Pass

    No violations

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 7 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.