Ambrosia Foods #2
1229 N North Branch St, Chicago, IL 60642
Restaurant ZIP 60642 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Mar 3, 2026
Ambrosia Foods #2 was last inspected on March 3, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 8 violations, 1 of them critical, including signs of pests.
Latest inspection
March 3, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
1 critical6 general1 paperwork-
CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage at hand sinks in the kitchen prep/dishwashing area and washroom.instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed gap opening approx:1/4" on the bottom of the overhead exterior door and at bottom left corner of front entrance door.instructed to make doors tight fitting all across the bottoms to prevent pest entry and maintain.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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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 some use of milk crates for elevation at the kitchen area, dishwashing area and dry storage area.instructed not to use milk crates for elevation to prevent hiding places for pest.must provide appropriate shelving for storage.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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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.instructed to install a self-closing door device on washroom door.
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 covered waste receptacle provided in the unisex washroom. Must provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean the ceiling ventilation covers throughout the kitchen prep/dishwashing area to remove accumulation of dusts and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed mechanical ventilation inside the washroom not working.instructed to provide and maintain adequate working ventilation at all times.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed the certified food manager without the allergen training certificate.allergen training is required for all employees that have a city of chicago food sanitation certificate.instructed to complete training and keep certificate on site.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
Inspection history
5 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: Deli cups not air dried after washing and stacking, instructed to air dry all multi-use utensils.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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No Entry
Non-Inspection · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
License · 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: Observed no hand washing signage at the hand washing sink in the prep/ dish area or in the toilet room. Instructed manager to provide hand washing signage.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed ventilation in toilet room not in working order. Instructed manager to repair mechanical ventilation.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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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 8 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.