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Holy Bagels Co.

22 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601

Restaurant ZIP 60601 Risk 1 (High)

Pass with Conditions · as of Apr 15, 2026

Holy Bagels Co. was last inspected on April 15, 2026 with a result of “Pass w/ Conditions”. Inspectors found 11 violations, 6 of them critical.

Latest inspection

April 15, 2026 · Canvass

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Result: Pass w/ Conditions

6 critical3 general2 paperwork
  • CriticalManagement & training

    No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

    Inspector’s note: Pic doesn't have a certified food managers certificate must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)(cos)

    Official wording (code 1)

    Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

  • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

    Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

    Inspector’s note: Observed hand washing sink in main prep area not accessible observed a sanitizing bucket inside of said sink articles were removed during inspection.must keep accessible at all times.(cos)(priority foundation 7-38-030(c)(citation issued)

    Official wording (code 10)

    Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

  • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

    Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

    Inspector’s note: Observed no soap at hand sink in rear prep/dish washing area soap was provided at said sink during inspection must provide and maintain at all times.(priority foundation 7-38-030(c)(consolidated violation)

    Official wording (code 10)

    Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

  • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

    Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

    Inspector’s note: Observed no hand drying devices at hand sink in rear prep/dish washing area paper towels were provided at said sink during inspection must provide and maintain at all times.(priority foundation 7-38-030(c)(consolidated violation)

    Official wording (code 10)

    Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

  • CriticalFood temperature

    Hot food was held below a safe temperature.

    Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperatures of 5lbs. Cooked egg folds with cheese at 83.1f in a pan on topside of oven.product was discarded by manager must have hot holding foods at 135.0f or above. Appx. 5lbs. $10(priority 7-38-005)(citation issued)(cos)

    Official wording (code 21)

    Proper hot holding temperatures

  • CriticalFood temperature

    Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

    Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperatures of 20lbs. Cooked egg folds with cheese at 51.3f-61.5f in a pan on rolling cart in prep area.product was discarded by manager must have cold holding foods at 41.0f or below. Appx. 20lbs. $125(priority 7-38-005)(citation issued)(cos)(consolidated violation)

    Official wording (code 22)

    Proper cold holding temperatures

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

    Inspector’s note: Observed raw wood pallet used for storage must apply a sealant or paint.

    Official wording (code 47)

    Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Must clean food debris build up from meat slicer parts.

    Official wording (code 49)

    Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Must elevate,remove and organize unused & used equipment in rear storage area off of floor and away from walls.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • PaperworkManagement & training

    No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

    Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on duty nor a food managers certificate posted to view while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (eggs, turkey,salmon,sausage) must be on site at all times. Food manager arrived on site at 9:58 a.m. With certificate.(priority foundation 7-38-012)(cos)(citation issued)

    Official wording (code 2)

    City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  • PaperworkManagement & training

    Not all food employees had food-handler training.

    Inspector’s note: Observed some missing food handlers training for employees must provide and maintain.

    Official wording (code 57)

    All food employees have food handler training

Inspection history

2 inspections on record

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    License · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical6 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: Observed all necessary items(disinfectant effective against norovirus) not on premises for complying with procedure available on site when employees respond to vomitting or diarrheal events. Instructed to follow written procedure for employees to follow when responding to vomitting or diarrheal events. Priority foundation violation.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed opening in middle of front entrance double doors. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed water leaking from cold water knob at handwashing sink in front prep area. Instructed to repair leak from cold water knob at handwashing sink in front prep area.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in all gender washroom. Instructed to provide covered receptacle in all gender washroom for sanitary products.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed damaged floor tiles underneath, outside and inside of door of walk in cooler. Instructed to smoothly repair or replace damaged floor tiles underneath, outside and inside door of walk in cooler for ease of cleanability.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed unused burner, tea container, ice machine and wok range in rear of facility. Instructed to remove no longer used equipment from facility, the premises shall be free of items unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no mop drying rack installed. Instructed to install mop drying rack for proper draining and drying of mops to prevent pest breeding.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

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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.