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DAMENZO'S INC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

DAMENZO'S INC (AKA: DAMENZO'S) 2322-2324 W TAYLOR ST, CHICAGO 60612 Restaurant
October 8, 2025 Complaint License #12502
4
Total Violations
1
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE WALK IN COOLER SHELVING,STORAGE SHELVING IN THE BASEMENT, AND SHELVING UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT. ALSO CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.
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 #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON THE EMPLOYEE'S WASHROOM DOOR IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR OF THE VENTS VERY DIRTY WITH GREASE, DUST AND DEBRIS ABOVE THE PREP AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN ALL FANS IN THE WINDOWS.
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: OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR OF THE VENTS VERY DIRTY WITH GREASE, DUST AND DEBRIS ABOVE THE PREP AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN ALL FANS IN THE WINDOWS.
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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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections