Tilly Bagel Shop
34 E Balbo Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
Restaurant ZIP 60605 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of May 14, 2026
Tilly Bagel Shop was last inspected on May 14, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 5 violations.
Latest inspection
May 14, 2026 · Short Form Complaint
Result: Pass
5 general-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed cutting boards with open seams and dark stains. Must refinish or replace all damaged and stained cutting boards
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed an accumulation of grease and debris in drains under 3-compartment sink and under dump sink by front counter espresso machine. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling tiles with stains and dust above 3-compartment sink and above freezer. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed food splatter and brown substance on wall behind oven and throughout food prep areas and dishwashing. Observed dust and food debris along wallbase throughout prep areas and dishwashing. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed accumulation of dust on vent fan in prep area. Instructed to clean all where needed and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspection history
7 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
5 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 cutting boards with open seams and dark stains. Must refinish or replace all damaged and stained cutting boards
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed an accumulation of grease and debris in drains under 3-compartment sink and under dump sink by front counter espresso machine. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed food splatter and brown substance on wall behind oven and throughout food prep areas and dishwashing. Observed dust and food debris along wallbase throughout prep areas and dishwashing. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling tiles with stains and dust above 3-compartment sink and above freezer. Instructed to 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 accumulation of dust on vent fan in prep area. Instructed to clean all where needed and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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No Entry
Non-Inspection · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Food container (salt) in main kitchen not labeled, instructed to label and maintain.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: A waste water 6 inch pipe running above prep table at south east corner. Instructed to enclose or install a barrier.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Food handler in kitchen not wearing hair restrain, instructed to wear.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed no covered receptacle inside of the toilet room. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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Fail
License · Fail
1 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: 5-202.12(a) observed the toilet room hand washing sink hot water temperature ranging from 88f-90.5f during the inspection. Instructed to maintain 100f at all times. Priority violation 7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed no covered receptacle inside of the toilet room. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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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 6 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.