FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
BROWNS RESTAURANT LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
BROWNS RESTAURANT LLC
5847 W CHICAGO AVE, CHICAGO 60651
November 7, 2025
License
License #3056263
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This facility was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on November 7, 2025. The inspection type was "License" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 5 violations during this inspection, including 3 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF AT THE BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF AND MAINTAIN.
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 10 MICE DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. FOUND MICE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, IN BOTH TOILET ROOMS, SURROUNDING THE COLD HOLDING UNITS, AND INSIDE OF THE MOP SINK CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A), NO CITATION ISSUED
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK IS MISSING REQUIRED INFORMATION. MISSING COPY OF SERVICE TICKET THAT SETS FORTH PEST CONTROL IDPH LICENSE NUMBER. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ALL REQUIRED PEST CONTROL RECORDS AND DOCUMENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (C), NO CITATION ISSUED
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED A SERVICE AGREEMENT SIGNED IN 2020 AND WITH AN INCORRECT ADDRESS FOR SITE BEING SERVICED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER GARBAGE DISPOSAL AGREEMENT WITH CORRECT ADDRESS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B), NO CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED A SERVICE AGREEMENT SIGNED IN 2020 AND WITH AN INCORRECT ADDRESS FOR SITE BEING SERVICED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER GARBAGE DISPOSAL AGREEMENT WITH CORRECT ADDRESS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B), NO CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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CDPH Food Protection