PASS
Risk 1 (High)
THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO BAKER DINING COMMONS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Dining hall
THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO BAKER DINING COMMONS
(AKA: BAKER DINING COMMONS)
5500 S UNIVERSITY AVE, CHICAGO 60637
DINING HALL
November 13, 2025
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #2482826
2
Total Violations
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
2
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF HOLDING UNITS, SHELVING UNITS, CABINETS, UNUSED COOLERS, PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF HOLDING UNITS, SHELVING UNITS, CABINETS, UNUSED COOLERS, PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection