Roots Southern Cuisine, LLC
633 E 75th St, Chicago, IL 60619
Restaurant ZIP 60619 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Jul 24, 2026
Roots Southern Cuisine, LLC was last inspected on July 24, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations.
Latest inspection
July 24, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
2 general-
GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: 3-304.12// observed ice scooper being stored on top of ice in ice machine. Instructed to provide storage bin for scoop
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: 5-205.15// noted hot water handle at handsink in womens toilet room loose. Instructed to repair
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspection history
5 inspections on record
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
3 critical4 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Observed person in charge without proof of food safety management training during time of inspection. Must provide.
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: Observed no adequate supplies (disposable mop, disposable latex gloves, disposable mask, and adequate sanitizer *must eliminate norovirus*) on site to properly clean up any vomit or diarrhea events that can potentially occur inside of the food establishment. Instructed to provide adequate supplies for vomit and diarrhea clean up. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: Observed menu with a footnote reminder statement on the menu and missing disclosure by astericks for related menu items. Instructed to provide both disclosure statement and reminder on the menu for raw or uncooked animal-based food items offered (ex. Eggs, burgers,salmon). (refer to online cdph consumer advisory guide). Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Noted white orange striped wiping cloths on various cutting boards in kitchen. Instructed to store in proper sanitizing buckets with sanitizing solution to prevent contamination.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed ice scooper being stored on top of ice in ice machine. Instructed to provide storage bin for scoop
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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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: Noted cutting boards at cooksline/prep area with stains. Instructed to deep clean and maintain
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Noted hot water handle at handsink in womens toilet room loose. Instructed to repair.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed facility food handlers preparing and handling time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods without original city of chicago food service certificate holder on site. Informed person in charge the certified manager and their original city of chicago food service certificate must remain posted on site during tcs food prep, cooking, serving and operating hours. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · Pass
2 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed no shelving units or prep tables on site. Instructed manager to provide adequate shelving and tables for food preparation and storage.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed no backflow device on ice machine. Instructed manager to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler training for employees. All employees handling food and equipment must provide food handler training.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Fail
License · Fail
2 critical2 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Observed no person in charge with valid chicago food sanitation certificate. Instructed manager to designate person in charge during all hours of operation. Priority foundation
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: Observed no consumer advisory and disclosure on menu. Instructed manager to provide consumer advisory and disclosure on menu. Priority foundation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed no shelving units or prep tables on site. Instructed manager to provide adequate shelving and tables for food preparation and storage.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed no backflow device on ice machine. Instructed manager to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no chicago food sanitation manager on site or valid certificate posted. Instructed manager to provide valid chicago food sanitation certificate. Priority foundation 7-38-012
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler training for employees. All employees handling food and equipment must provide food handler training.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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License · Not Ready
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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.