Lilypads Cold Treats LLC
4256 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60653
Restaurant ZIP 60653 Risk 2 (Medium)
Passed · as of Feb 17, 2026
Lilypads Cold Treats LLC was last inspected on February 17, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 3 violations.
Latest inspection
February 17, 2026 · License Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
3 general-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: 5-203.13 observed facility without a service/utility sink. Instructed to provide for proper disposal of dirty mop water.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-402.12 observed two 3-compartment warewashing sinks without approved grease trap located in bar area and dish/prep area. All sinks in which food, utensils, and equipment are washed shall be connected to also have a catch-basin or be equipped with an approved grease interceptor. Instructed person in charge to obtain, install and maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 52)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.19 observed employee toilet room door in dishwash/prep area to not be self closing. Instructed to install a self closing device and maintain at all times
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspection history
2 inspections on record
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Fail
License · Fail
2 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: Observed facility without a bodily fluid spill kit and no corresponding clean up procedure for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed facility to develop a clean-up procedure and maintain appropriate supplies that correspond with on-site plan. Must keep both the policy and supplies on site at all times. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hand wash sink in rear dishwash prep area. Instructed to provide handsink according to food code standards. Priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed facility without a service/utility sink. Instructed to provide for proper disposal of dirty mop water.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed two 3-compartment warewashing sinks without approved grease trap located in bar area and dish/prep area. All sinks in which food, utensils, and equipment are washed shall be connected to also have a catch-basin or be equipped with an approved grease interceptor. Instructed person in charge to obtain, install and maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 52)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed employee toilet room door in dishwash/prep area to not be self closing. Instructed to install a self closing device and maintain at all times
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 9 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.