FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
DOLCE ARTE LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
July 17, 2025
Complaint
License #2929629
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
4
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 55 SMALL RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ALONG THE FLOOR IN BAKERY PREP BEHIND COOLERS AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT, ON TOP OF ELECTRICAL OUTLETS ATTACHED TO WALL AND UNDER SHELVING UNITS IN REAR STORAGE AREAS. NOTED APPROXIMATLEY 35 SMALL BLACK LIVE FLIES FLYING THROUGHOUT REAR PREP, ON TOP OF CARDBOARD BOXES, AND ON OTHER PRODUCT PACKAGING. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-020 (A). 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 DOCK DOOR AND REAR EXIT NOT RODENT PROOF. INSTRUCTED TO PRVIDE IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY
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 #44
MINOR
Violation Details
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: OBSERVED TABLEWARE ON DINING ROOM TABLES NOT PROTECTED FROM POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION FROM THE PUBLIC. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERING.
Why This Matters
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Specific Requirements
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.114
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SPEED RACKS AND ROLLING CARTS WITH ACCUMULATION OF DRIED FOOD RESIDUE ON ALL SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DRIED DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER SHELVING IN WALK IN COOLER AS WELL AS UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT LOCATED IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
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.
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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CDPH Food Protection