Billy Goat Tavern & Grill
3724-3726 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60613
Restaurant ZIP 60613 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Aug 18, 2026
Billy Goat Tavern & Grill was last inspected on August 18, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
August 18, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
No violationsNo violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
4 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed a few openings into pipes in kitchen food prep area in basement also observed openings into ceiling and floor where the syrup machine is located. Must seal all openings and maintain facility in a good repair.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
5 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Visible and working thermometer needed in 2-door prep cooler located in the kitchen food preparation area.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoops stored inside ice bins in front bar area. Must properly stored ice scoops in a clean container to prevent contamination.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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GeneralFood handling
Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.
Inspector’s note: All stored items inside walk-in cooler and food storage area must be elevated from the floor at all times.
Official wording (code 45)
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no chemical test strips available on premises to measure the concentration of the sanitizer at the 3-compartment sink. Instructed to provide quaternary test kit and maintain at all times to monitor the strength of sanitizer. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 citation issued.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed a few openings into pipes in kitchen food prep area in basement also observed openings into ceiling and floor where the syrup machine is located. Must seal all openings and maintain facility in a good repair.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of handler training or certificates on site for all the required employees. Must provide proof and maintain.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
License · Pass
2 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: No vomit and diarrhea clean up items on premises. Instructed must have all vomit and diarrhea clean up items as outlined in policy on premises. Priority foundation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed slight build up inside ice machine upper portion. Instructed manager must clean interior of ice machine upper portion and maintain.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: The following not clean- observed dust build up on food walk in cooler rear of cendenser and debris inside some bar coolers. Must clean equipment and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 3 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.