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BABAS FAMOUS STEAK & LEMONADE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

BABAS FAMOUS STEAK & LEMONADE (AKA: BABA'S FAMOUS STEAK & LEMONADE) 2101 E 71st ST, CHICAGO 60649 Restaurant
March 12, 2025 Canvass License #2776303
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOF AT BOTTOM; INSTRUCTED TO SEAL 1/4 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF DOOR AND MAINTAIN.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAINT THE FOLLOWING: INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF GRILL AND FRYERS, CLEAN AREA UNDERNEATH GRILL TO REMOVE GREASE, CLEAN BOTTOM AREA OF FRYERS, CLEAN ROLLING CART AND PREP TABLES AT BOTTOM AREA.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: FLOORS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING AND OTHER EQUIPMENT, WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT, CEILING VENTS WHERE NEEDED, VENT FAN COVER IN WASHROOM ON CEILING, INTERIOR OF UTILITY SINK.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: FLOORS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING AND OTHER EQUIPMENT, WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT, CEILING VENTS WHERE NEEDED, VENT FAN COVER IN WASHROOM ON CEILING, INTERIOR OF UTILITY SINK.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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