PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
ORION RESTAURANT Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 20, 2025
Complaint
License #2097956
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #1
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTD TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ON SITE AT ALL TIMES
Why This Matters
Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.
Food Code Requirement
The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.
Specific Requirements
Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11, 2-102.12
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHILE HANDLING/PREPARING TCS FOODS (POTATOES, SAUSAGE, ETC) NOR CERTIFICATE POSTED. INSTD TO MAINTAIN ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 PRIORITY FOUNDATION
Why This Matters
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Specific Requirements
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: FOOD HANLDERS WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTD TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #44
MINOR
Violation Details
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: MULTI USE UTENSILS IN STORAGE CONTAINER NOT INVERTED. INSTD TO INVERT (HANDLE UP) DURING STORAGE AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Specific Requirements
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.114
Violation #44
MINOR
Violation Details
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: MULTI USE UTENSILS IN STORAGE CONTAINER NOT INVERTED. INSTD TO INVERT (HANDLE UP) DURING STORAGE AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Specific Requirements
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.114
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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