PASS
Risk 1 (High)
SIKIA BAKERY AND CAFE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 29, 2025
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License #2993138
3
Total Violations
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: THERMOMETERS MISSING FROM SOME PREP COOLERS IN SIKIA RESTAURANT KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WHERE NEEDED.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGHT DUST ON THE VENTS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE KITCHEN AND DUST IN THE VENT SYSTEM OVER THE DISHMACHINE; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Specific Requirements
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11, 6-304.11
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGHT DUST ON THE VENTS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE KITCHEN AND DUST IN THE VENT SYSTEM OVER THE DISHMACHINE; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Specific Requirements
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11, 6-304.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection