Deep Purpl
1001 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60642
Restaurant ZIP 60642 Risk 2 (Medium)
Passed · as of Jun 24, 2026
Deep Purpl was last inspected on June 24, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
June 24, 2026 · Complaint Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
No violationsNo violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
5 inspections on record
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Fail
Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail
2 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.11(B-E)--OBSERVED SMOOTHIE/ACAI MIX IN HANDLE OF SMOOTHIE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO WASH, RINSE, SANITIZE AND AIR DRY ALL PARTS OF EQUIPMENT. TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD, EQUIPMENT FOOD CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be cleaned throughout the day at least every 4 hours.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalRepeat violation
A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: 8-404.13 (b:3) previous priority foundation violation not corrected from 6-15-2026, report #2638462. #36-no metal stem thermometer on site. Must provide at all times. #60.--previous core violation not corrected from 12-6-2024, report #2608660. #53- observed no self-closing door device on the washroom door. Management instructed to install. Priority violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 59)
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
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GeneralFood temperature
Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.
Inspector’s note: 3-501.13--observed frozen acai stored in 3-compartment sink at room temperature. Instructed to properly thaw by running under water 70f or below or store in adequate cold holding refrigeration of 41f or below.
Official wording (code 35)
Approved thawing methods used
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
1 critical5 general Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: OBSERVED SMOOTHIE/ACAI MIX IN HANDLE OF SMOOTHIE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO WASH, RINSE, SANITIZE AND AIR DRY ALL PARTS OF EQUIPMENT. TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD, EQUIPMENT FOOD CONTACT SURFACES and UTENSILS shall be cleaned throughout the day at least every 4 hours.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFood temperature
Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.
Inspector’s note: Observed frozen acai stored in 3-compartment sink at room temperature. Instructed to properly thaw by running under water 70f or below or store in adequate cold holding refrigeration of 41f or below.
Official wording (code 35)
Approved thawing methods used
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: No metal stem thermometer on site. Must provide at all times. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK IS INCOMPLETE. LAST SERVICE WAS COMPLETED ON 9-9-2025 AND 1-5-2024. PEST CONTROL SERVICES MUST BE COMPLETED AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR FROM A LICENSED EXTERMINATOR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.7-38-020(c) CITATION ISSUED.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: OBSERVED FRONT DOOR BEING HELD WIDE OPEN USING A RAT TRAP. outer openings of a RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by Closed Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous core violation not corrected from 12-6-2024, report #2608660. #53- observed no self-closing door device on the washroom door. Management instructed to install. Priority foundation violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Repair the broken handle for the toilet.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in the washroom. Management instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no self-closing door device on the washroom door. Management instructed to install.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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Pass
License · Pass
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage at exposed hand washing sink and washbowl sink. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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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 coolers in the prep area not functioning. Instructed to repair and maintain in good condition or remove from premises.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no grease trap connected to 3-compartment sink. Instructed to install following all relevant laws, rules, and regulations.
Official wording (code 52)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
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