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LA COSTENA ICE CREAM SHOP CORP. Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

LA COSTENA ICE CREAM SHOP CORP. 2517 W 51ST ST, CHICAGO 60632 Restaurant
September 23, 2026 Canvass Re-Inspection License #2240589
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor

Inspection Summary

This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on September 23, 2026. The inspection type was "Canvass 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, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

3
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15: OBSERVED UTILITY SINK FAUCET LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR UTILITY SINK FAUCET AND MAINTAIN.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.11: OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR TILES IN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES IN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY. OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN FACILITY AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED STAINED AND DAMAGED CEILING IN DRY STORAGE AREA IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR AND REPAINT DAMAGED CEILING IN DRY STORAGE AREA IN BASEMENT FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
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: 6-501.11: OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR TILES IN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES IN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY. OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN FACILITY AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED STAINED AND DAMAGED CEILING IN DRY STORAGE AREA IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR AND REPAINT DAMAGED CEILING IN DRY STORAGE AREA IN BASEMENT FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
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
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections