The Farehouse O'Hare Plaza
8725 W Higgins Rd, Chicago, IL 60631
Restaurant ZIP 60631 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Apr 20, 2026
The Farehouse O'Hare Plaza was last inspected on April 20, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 1 violation.
Latest inspection
April 20, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
1 general-
GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables. Instructed manager to store in sanitizing solution between uses.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspection history
5 inspections on record
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed excessive pink slimy substance build up on inside interior panel of ice machine and dripping onto ice for human consumption. Must remove build up, clean, and sanitize. Priority foundation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables. Instructed manager to store in sanitizing solution between uses.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
License · Pass
5 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 a 1"inch gap opening at bottom center of main exterior entrance doors.instructed to pest proof doors and maintain.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed no splashguard at front bar hand sink next to ice bin.instructed to install a washable splashguard and maintain.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle provided in the employee unisex washroom and womens washroom.must provide and maintain.
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: Instructed to install 4" inch coving along the wallbase throughout the dry storage room 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 no mechanical ventilation in rear employee unisex washroom.instructed to install adequate mechanical ventilation and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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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.