Nepal House
158 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60610
Restaurant ZIP 60610 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Jun 24, 2026
Nepal House was last inspected on June 24, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 6 violations.
Latest inspection
June 24, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
6 general-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed the seal around the three compartment sink with a build up of a dark substance. Instructed to replace seal, keep clean and maintain.
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: Observed the inside of the reach in cooling unit in need of a detail cleaning from food debris on the base floor. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the inside of the deep fryer unit in need of a detail cleaning from grease build up. Instructed 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 the wall and ceiling coverings in the rear dish washing area and the rear food prep area in need of a detail cleaning from a build up of dust,dirt and food splatter. Instructed to clean and maintain all.
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 the floor along the edges of the wall under and around dish washing area and the food prep area in need of a detail cleaning. 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 the fan vents in the rear food service area with a build up of heavy dust. Instructed to clean and maintain all as needed as a means of preventing possible contamination.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspection history
5 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
7 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 the cutting board at the cookline prep table with deep cutting grooves and dark stains on both sides. Instructed to replace as a means of preventing possible contamination.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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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 the inside of the microwave unit in need of a detail cleaning of food debris and food splatter. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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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 the drain at the dish washing machine with a heavy slimy like substance build up. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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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 the inside of the dish machine with a heavy calcium build up. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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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 the grooves of the ice machine door with a build up of dust, dirt and possible food crumbs. Instructed to clean and maintain as a means of preventing possible contamination of the ice.
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: Observed the sides of the cooking equipment with a build up of grease. Instructed to clean and maintain all.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed the a/c vents in need of a detail cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed sides of cooking equipment with a build up of grease spillage/splatter. Instructed to keep sides of all cooking and non equipment clean and clear of grease and food debris as a means of preventing pest activity.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed equipment in the rear food service area and the walk in cooler with the factory protective covering in place still. Instructed to remove covering from walk in cooler floor, shelving and equipment as a means of making sure all areas are easy 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 the floors along the walls in the food prep and dish washing area with a build up of small debris (possible food) instructed to clean and maintain 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 the hood ventilation filters with a build up of grease. Instructed to clean and maintain as a means of preventing possible contamination of food contact surfaces below and or foods being prepared in area.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · Pass
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: 6-301.14: observed no handwashing signage at handwashing sinks in washrooms and kitchen. Instructed to post handwashing signage at all handwashing sinks.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: 4-204.112(b): observed no visible thermometer in walkin cooler, one door refrigerator and two door cold holding unit. Instructed to provide visible thermometers in all cold holding units.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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Fail
License · Fail
1 critical3 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 handwashing sinks in washrooms and kitchen. Instructed to post handwashing signage at all handwashing sinks.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no metal stem thermometer on premises. Instructed to provide metal stem thermometer on premises to ensure attainment and maintenance of food temperatures. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no visible thermometer in walkin cooler, one door refrigerator and two door cold holding unit. Instructed to provide visible thermometers in all cold holding units.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no dumpster on premises. Instructed to provide and maintain dumpster in good condition on premises at all times . Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(b)
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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