PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
GUILD ROW Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 19, 2025
Complaint
License #2665027
6
Total Violations
5
Critical
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL HANDWASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY MISSING SIGNAGE NOTIFYING FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SIGNAGE TO ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON-SITE INCOMPLETE, MISSING NUMEROUS PEST CONTROL SERVICE RECEIPTS FROM 2025 (EXCLUDING SEPTEMBER AND JANUARY 2025). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WITH ALL ITEMS REQUIRED BY THE LAW INCLUDING ALL PEST CONTROL SERVICE RECEIPTS AND MAINTAIN AVAILABLE ON-SITE FOR INSPECTOR REVIEW AT ALL TIMES. PERSON-IN-CHARGE PRINTED ALL MISSING PEST CONTROL SERVICE RECEIPTS AND ADDED TO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(C) 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 INSECT CONTROL DEVICE INSTALLED DIRECTLY ABOVE SERVER FOOD PREP STATION IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE INSECT CONTROL DEVICE SUCH THAT IT DOES NOT POSE RISK OF CONTAMINATION OF OPEN FOOD, EQUIPMENT, OR UTENSILS 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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXTERIOR NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE TO BE SOILED WITH BUILD UP OF PINK, SLIME-LIKE SUBSTANCE AND OTHER SOILS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF SUBSTANCES AND OTHER SOILS AND MAINTAIN.
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED PLASTIC AND ALUMINUM FOIL USED TO LINE OUTPUT OF DISH MACHINE DRAIN PLUMBING TO ACT AS SPLASH GUARD, PLASTIC AND FOIL VISIBLY SOILED. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PLASTIC AND ALUMINUM FOIL AND REPLACE WITH A SPLASH GUARD MADE OF A MATERIAL THAT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY-CLEANABLE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED PLASTIC AND ALUMINUM FOIL USED TO LINE OUTPUT OF DISH MACHINE DRAIN PLUMBING TO ACT AS SPLASH GUARD, PLASTIC AND FOIL VISIBLY SOILED. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PLASTIC AND ALUMINUM FOIL AND REPLACE WITH A SPLASH GUARD MADE OF A MATERIAL THAT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY-CLEANABLE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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