Sweet&salt Cafe Bakery was last inspected on April 8, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 1 violation.
Latest inspection
April 8, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
1 general-
GeneralFood handling
Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.
Inspector’s note: 4-903.11(a;c)-- all stored items throughout all storage areas including the unused construction material in the hvac room must be stored elevated from the floors.
Official wording (code 45)
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspection history
3 inspections on record
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
4 critical6 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: No soap available at the rear prep hand washing sink. Must provide at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: No paper towels available at the rear prep and the cooks line hand washing sinks. Must provide at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) see the above violation #10 for citation.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed the front prep hand washing sink being used as a dump/wash sink. Sink noted with dirty glassware and dishwashing scrubbie inside the sink making it inaccessible for use. Instructed to remove all and reviewed that hand washing sinks are for hand washing purposes only. Priority foundation violation 7-38-03o(c) see the above violation #10 for citation.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: Menu does not disclose and inform consumers the specific menu items that are raw or undercooked. Such as eggs cooked to order. Must disclose and remind customers of such food on both the printed and virtual menus. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralFood handling
Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.
Inspector’s note: All stored items throughout all storage areas including the unused construction material in the hvac room must be stored elevated from the floors.
Official wording (code 45)
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Outside waste area noted with no grease receptacle for fryer grease. Grease inside plastic containers with excessive grease spillage on the surrounding ground. Empty food cardboard boxes with grease spillage at same area. Instructed to provide a proper grease waste receptacle, remove all garbage, debris and spilled grease from the grounds. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(b)
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Unused cooking equipment must be removed from the premises to prevent pest harboring.
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: Noted a dirty floor drain under the three compartment sink and dirty floors in the dry food storage closet. Instructed to clean and maintain all.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Employees must not store personal belongings in the front food prep area. Instructed to use the designated lockers in the rear.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 5-20-25 REPORT #2617751 #51-: OBSERVED NO DUMP SINK AT FRONT COFFEE PREP AREA. MUST INSTALL A DUMP SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER CONNECTED TO CITY PLUMBING LINE. A minimum of one sink used for food preparation, obtaining water, and discarding liquid waste is required in any food preparation area. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: No proof of food handler training or certificates for all required employees. Must provide.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: No proof of allergen training or certificates for all city of chicago certified food managers. Must provide.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
License · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: OBSERVED NO DUMP SINK AT FRONT COFFEE PREP AREA. MUST INSTALL A DUMP SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER CONNECTED TO CITY PLUMBING LINE. A minimum of one sink used for food preparation, obtaining water, and discarding liquid waste is required in any food preparation area.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 7 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.