FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
OH MY GOODNESS SOUL EATERY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 8, 2025
Complaint
License #3035854
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED PEST AND RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. FOUND HOUSE FLIES, FRUIT FLIES AND MOUSE DROPPINGS ON PREMISES. 5 OR MORE HOUSE FLIES OBSERVED IN KITCHEN AND DISHWASHING AREA, 20 OR MORE FRUIT FLIES OBSERVED NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR IN SOILED TOWEL BAG AND ON WALL IN SAME AREA AND 40-50 MOUSE DROPPINGS OBSERVED ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE DEEP FREEZER, UNDER STORAGE SHELVES BY THE DEEP FREEZER AND ALONG WALL IN THE DISHWASHING AREA; INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ALL PEST ACTIVITY AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. 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 #50
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: FOUND NO HOT OR COLD RUNNING WATER AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED. ACCESSIBLE HANDWASHING SINK ON THE OPPOSITE WALL AND WORKING PROPERLY.
Why This Matters
Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate hot and cold running water required.
Specific Requirements
Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-103.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILE IN FRONT OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE FLOOR TILE WHERE NEEDED.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILE IN FRONT OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE FLOOR TILE WHERE NEEDED.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection