FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
ROME'S JOY CATERING INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Catering
ROME'S JOY CATERING INC.
(AKA: PARKWAY BALLROOM)
4455 S DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DR, CHICAGO 60653
Catering
October 8, 2026
Canvass
License #1330701
1
Total Violations
1
Critical
Inspection Summary
This catering was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on October 8, 2026. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 1 violation during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
1
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD UP OF BLACK AND PINK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE DRIPPING ONTO ICE IN BIN (ICE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DISCARD ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE MACHINE AND MACHINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
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