FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
MACARONI GRILL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 9, 2026
Canvass
License #34220
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on October 9, 2026. The inspection type was "Canvass" 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 3 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED HOT WATER DISH MACHINE PROVIDING A FINAL UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE OF 155 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE HOT WATER DISH MACHINE PROVIDES A FINAL UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE OF 160 F. ECOLAB DISH MACHINE STATED THAT RINSE TEMPERATURE WAS TOO LOW. DISHES OBSERVED IN DISH MACHINE UPON ARRIVAL. DISH MACHINE TAGGED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025 CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED MORE THAN 20 SMALL FLIES THROUGHUT FACILITY INCLUDING IN DINING ROOM, BAR AREA, DISH AREA, PREP AREA, AND EMPLOYEE SITTING AREA. OBSERVED 1 LIVE ROACH IN DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). 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 MORE THAN 20 SMALL FLIES THROUGHUT FACILITY INCLUDING IN DINING ROOM, BAR AREA, DISH AREA, PREP AREA, AND EMPLOYEE SITTING AREA. OBSERVED 1 LIVE ROACH IN DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). 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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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