FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
MISTI ICE CREAM Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Mobile food preparer
September 30, 2026
License
License #3083201
5
Total Violations
4
Critical
1
Major
Inspection Summary
This mobile food preparer was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on September 30, 2026. The inspection type was "License" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 5 violations during this inspection, including 4 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED NO 4405 LICENSE NUMBER ON LATERAL SIDES OF THE VEHICLE. INSTRUCTED TO PROIVDE 4405 LICENSE NUMBER ON LATERAL SIDES OF TRUCK AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED BOTH TOP, SERVICE WINDOWS WITHOUT MESH SCREENS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 SMALL FLIES ON THE VEHICLE. THE SMALL FLIES WERE FOUND ON THE CEILINGS AND FLYING AROUND THE VEHICLE. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE LIVE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A), NO 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 #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED THE INCORRECT SANITIZER TEST STRIP KIT ON-SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. CHLORINE TEST STRIPS WERE PROVIDED BUT THE SANITIZER PROVIDED REQUIRES QUATERNARY TEST STRIPS TO TEST CONCENTRATION OF SANITIZER IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED PROVIDE PROPER TESTER TEST STRIP KIT ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-302.14
Violation #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED THE INCORRECT SANITIZER TEST STRIP KIT ON-SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. CHLORINE TEST STRIPS WERE PROVIDED BUT THE SANITIZER PROVIDED REQUIRES QUATERNARY TEST STRIPS TO TEST CONCENTRATION OF SANITIZER IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED PROVIDE PROPER TESTER TEST STRIP KIT ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-302.14
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection