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Hattie B's Hot Chicken Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

Hattie B's Hot Chicken 1542 N DAMEN AVE, CHICAGO 60622 Restaurant
October 13, 2026 License License #3087172
4
Total Violations
4
Critical

Inspection Summary

This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on October 13, 2026. 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 4 violations during this inspection, including 4 critical violations that required immediate attention.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT AND PROCEDURE ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005.
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT HAND SINKS IN PREP AREAS AND IN TOILET ROOM. MUST PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C).
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE A LOG BOOK WITH SERVICE REPORTS FROM THE LAST 12 MONTHS, IDPH PEST CONTROL LICENSE NUMBER AND SERVICES MUST BE COMPLETED ON SITE BY A LICENSED EXTERMINATOR AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(C).
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE A LOG BOOK WITH SERVICE REPORTS FROM THE LAST 12 MONTHS, IDPH PEST CONTROL LICENSE NUMBER AND SERVICES MUST BE COMPLETED ON SITE BY A LICENSED EXTERMINATOR AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(C).
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

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