FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
XAVIER'S CLUB Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Tavern
July 18, 2025
Complaint
License #2600751
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF PEST CONTROL SERVICE ON PREMISE. LAST NOTED SERVICE REPORT OBSERVED AT THIS TIME, DATED MAY 10TH 2023. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AS REQUIRED AND REMAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-020 (C). CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 2ND FLOOR EXIT DOOR OUTER OPENING NOT PROTECTED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DOOR SWEEP IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EQUIPMENT IN NOT IN USE BAR IN REAR AS WELL AS 2ND FLOOR IN NEED OF CLEANING. MUST REMOVE ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS FROM INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR COOLING EQUIPMENT, BAR TOP LIQUOR WELLS AND SINK BASINS IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE IN SAID SPACES.
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NOT IN USE BAR 2ND FLOOR SINK NOT DRAINING DURRING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO REAPIR AND MAINTAIN PLUMBING IN GOOD CONDITION.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NOT IN USE BAR 2ND FLOOR SINK NOT DRAINING DURRING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO REAPIR AND MAINTAIN PLUMBING IN GOOD CONDITION.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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CDPH Food Protection