PASS
Risk 1 (High)
NICKY'S GRILL & YOGURT OASIS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
NICKY'S GRILL & YOGURT OASIS
(AKA: NICKY'S OF BEVERLY)
10500 S WESTERN AVE, CHICAGO 60643
Restaurant
July 30, 2025
Canvass
License #2744498
5
Total Violations
3
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED SOME COOKED FOODS IN FOOD GRADE STROAGE BAGS IN THE WALK IN COOLING UNIT WITHOUT COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL ITEMS STORED LIKE ALL THE OTHERS.
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 #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED MULTIPLE ITEMS ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK IN FREEZER AND COOLING UNIT. INSTRUCTED THEY MUST ELEVATE ITEMS SIX INCHES OR MORE FROM THE FLOOR AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF STORED ITEMS AND AS A MEANS OF MAKING THE AREAS EASY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE FLOOR DRAIN UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH A HEAVY BUILD UP OF DARK SUBSTANCE AND POSSIBLE FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE INSECT ACTIVITY.
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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE WALK IN FREEZER AND WALK IN COOLING UNIT WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS UNDER THE SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN BOTH UNITS.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE WALK IN FREEZER AND WALK IN COOLING UNIT WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS UNDER THE SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN BOTH UNITS.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection