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RESTAURANT PRIMO CHUKIS UPTOWN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

RESTAURANT PRIMO CHUKIS UPTOWN (AKA: PRIMO CHUKIS UPTOWN MEXICAN RESTAURANT AND BAR) 2721 W LAWRENCE AVE, CHICAGO 60625 Restaurant
July 29, 2025 License License #3040881
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: INADEQUATE HOT WATER AT THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM WASHBOWL. MAXIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE NOTED AT 85.8F. MUST PROVIDE A MINIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #33
MAJOR
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: SEVERAL COOLERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY INCLUDING THE COOKS LINE COOLER NOT ON/OPERATIONAL. ALL COOLERS MUST BE ON, OPERATIONAL AND MAINTAIN A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: NOTED BUMPY, UNEVEN SPRAY FOAM USED AS A SEALANT FOR WALLS, CEILING IN THE DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM AND AT THE GREASE TRAP AT THE DISH AREA THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST CUT/SMOOTH DOWN TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #52
MAJOR
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: NO GREASE TRAP LOCATED AT THE BAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE.
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.
Violation #52
MAJOR
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: NO GREASE TRAP LOCATED AT THE BAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE.
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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