PASS Risk 1 (High)

FRIDA ROOM Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FRIDA ROOM 1454 W 18TH ST, Chicago 60608 Restaurant
November 18, 2025 Canvass License #2340664
4
Total Violations
1
Major
3
Minor

Inspection Summary

This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on November 18, 2025. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE WALK IN COOLER CEILING, WALL AND FAN COVER TO REMOVE DUST AND DEBRIS. ALSO CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT.
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 MEN WASHROOM DOOR NOT WORKING. 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: FLOOR IN THE STORAGE AREAS NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND/OR SPILLS ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS.
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: FLOOR IN THE STORAGE AREAS NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND/OR SPILLS ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS.
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
Report Issues Call 311 or File Online
More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections