PASS
Risk 1 (High)
THE DINING ROOM AT KENDALL COLLEGE AT NATIONAL LOU Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
THE DINING ROOM AT KENDALL COLLEGE AT NATIONAL LOU
(AKA: THE DINING ROOM)
18 S MICHIGAN AVE, CHICAGO 60603
Restaurant
November 17, 2025
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #2703414
4
Total Violations
2
Major
2
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on November 17, 2025. The inspection type was "Canvass Re-Inspection" and resulted in a Pass outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-305.11: OBSERVED NO LID/COVER FOR ICE BIN IN BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LID/COVER FOR ICE BIN IN BAR TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF ICE IN ICE BIN DURING STORAGE TO PREVENT EXPOSURE TO SPLASHES, DUST OR OTHER CONTAMINATION.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-307.11: OBSERVED NO LEFT SPLASH GUARD ON SOUTH SIDE HANDWASHING SINK IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL LEFT SPLASH GUARD ON SOUTH SIDE HANDWASHING SINK IN PREP AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF FOOD IN COLDING UNIT AND PREP SURFACES OF COLD HOLDING UNIT.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #44
MINOR
Violation Details
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: 4-903.11 (A;B;D): OBSERVED KNIVES, FORKS AND SPOONS STORED LAYING DOWN IN SILVERWARE HOLDER IN BARISTA STATION. INSTRUCTED TO STORE UTENSILS COVERED OR INVERTED WITH HANDLES UP TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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: 4-903.11 (A;B;D): OBSERVED KNIVES, FORKS AND SPOONS STORED LAYING DOWN IN SILVERWARE HOLDER IN BARISTA STATION. INSTRUCTED TO STORE UTENSILS COVERED OR INVERTED WITH HANDLES UP TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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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