PASS
Risk 1 (High)
HUMBOLDT HAUS DELI & LIQUOR Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 13, 2026
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #2808131
3
Total Violations
1
Major
2
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on October 13, 2026. The inspection type was "Complaint Re-Inspection" 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 3 violations during this inspection.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: 4-901.12 OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED IMPROPERLY ON CUTTING BOARDS IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN A SOLUTION WITH SOLUTION @ 50PPM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-501.12 OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA WITH DEEP CUTS ARE DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-501.12 OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA WITH DEEP CUTS ARE DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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