Breakfast House
501 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60614
Restaurant ZIP 60614 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Jun 25, 2026
Breakfast House was last inspected on June 25, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 4 violations, including signs of pests.
Latest inspection
June 25, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
4 general-
GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Rear hallway exit door to the alley with an open 1/2 inch gap on the bottom threshold right side. Missing part of the rodent proof strip. Instructed to replace and provide a tight fitting seal.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Noted in-use cooks line utensils being stored in a container of water at a temperature of 78.4f. If stored in water, must maintain a minimum temperature of 135f or store on/in a clean surface/container and wash, rinse, sanitize as need or every 4 hours.
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: Must not use milk crates as a means of elevation throughout the facility.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Ceiling ventilation cover in the west washroom with excessive dust. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspection history
3 inspections on record
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Pass
License · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Raw wooden shelving in the interior of the front prep shelves. Instructed to seal to be smooth and cleanable.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Missing baseboard coving along the exterior wall of the walk-in cooler adjacent to the rear three compartment sink. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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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 4 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.