Itzchel by Pekes
1144 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608
Restaurant ZIP 60608 Risk 1 (High)
No Entry · as of Sep 29, 2026
Itzchel by Pekes was last inspected on September 29, 2026 with a result of “No Entry”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
September 29, 2026 · Non-Inspection
Result: No Entry
No violationsNo violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
3 inspections on record
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
License · Fail
2 critical2 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: No city of chicago certified food manager certificate. Instructed to obtain and maintain a valid cfm certificate on site. Priority foundation 7-38-012 no citation issued
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Must provide hand washing signage to all hand washing sinks.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.
Inspector’s note: No hot water on the premises. Must provide and maintain hot water.
Official wording (code 50)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Must provide a trash receptacle with a lid for the women's toilet room. Maintain same.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified food manager certificate. Instructed to obtain and maintain a valid cfm certificate on site. Priority foundation 7-38-012 no citation issued
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 5 weeks ago. Always confirm with the official record.