PASS
Risk 1 (High)
BABAS FISH & CHICKEN, INC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 22, 2025
Complaint
License #2841390
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Minor
2
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #38
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND TWO DEAD BABY MICE IN THE FURNACE CLOSET ON GLUEBOARDS; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND DISCARD. CORRECTED ON SITE.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE BOTTOM AREA OF THE FRYERS AND AREA UNDER THE GRILL TO REMOVE BUILD UP AND GREASE.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #55
CORRECTED
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DUST ON SOME CEILING VENTS IN PREP AND DISHWASHING AREA; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN VENTS TO REMOVE DUST. OBSERVED THE FLOORS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING, CLEAN FLOOR INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. CLEAN FLOOR BEHIND LARGE STORAGE BINS BY FREEZER IN REAR AREA (CORRECTED ON SITE) CLEAN FLOOR INSIDE FURNACE ROOM (CORRECTED ON SITE). CLEAN WALLS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
CORRECTED
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DUST ON SOME CEILING VENTS IN PREP AND DISHWASHING AREA; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN VENTS TO REMOVE DUST. OBSERVED THE FLOORS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING, CLEAN FLOOR INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. CLEAN FLOOR BEHIND LARGE STORAGE BINS BY FREEZER IN REAR AREA (CORRECTED ON SITE) CLEAN FLOOR INSIDE FURNACE ROOM (CORRECTED ON SITE). CLEAN WALLS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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