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REGAL CINEMAS CITY NORTH

2600 N WESTERN AVE BLDG, CHICAGO, IL 60647 · Restaurant

Inspection summary

REGAL CINEMAS CITY NORTH has been inspected 12 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since June 22, 2010. The most recent inspection, on December 17, 2025, found no infractions.

4 of 12 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 0 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests, Protecting food from contamination and Food temperature control.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 4 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on June 17, 2013. For example: NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food is stored, prepared and displayed: raw meat kept away from ready-to-eat food, food covered and stored off the floor, and nothing dripping or splashing into it. Cross-contamination from raw to cooked food is a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on June 17, 2013. For example: FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.

    Recorded once on June 17, 2013. For example: REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be built from cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked shelf, a worn gasket or utensils stored the wrong way. They are generally lower risk but show how well the kitchen is maintained.

    Recorded 14 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on September 27, 2016. For example: FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 8 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on September 27, 2016. For example: FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

About this data

These results come from Chicago Department of Public Health, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

12 inspections

  1. Canvass

    0 infractions

  2. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 3. MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
      • OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.
  3. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • NOTED ICE BUILD UP INSIDE CHEST FREEZERS AT THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS BY THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
  4. Short Form Complaint

    0 infractions

  5. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • FOUND SLIGHT DIRT BUILDUP ON UPPER INTERIOR PANELS OF ICE MACHINE IN BACK OF HOUSE AND ON ALL ATTACHED ICE MACHINES ON THE COCA COLA DISPENSERS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • FOUND DIRT BUILDUP IN FLOOR DRAINS IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • FOUND THE SOUTH EXPOSED HANDSINK AT THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA WITHOUT HOT WATER. THE NORTH EXPOSED HANDSINK FUNCTIONS PROPERLY AND IS EASILY ACCESSIBLE TO ALL AREAS OF THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO RESTORE HOT WATER TO THE SOUTH EXPOSED HANDSINK AND MAINTAIN.
  6. Complaint Re-Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • TURBO CHEF OVENS AT CONCESSIONS MUST BE UNDER VENTILATION IF EQUIPMENT IS MORE THAN 7.5 KILOWATTS.
    • 43. FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
      • MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE DISPENSING UTENSIL IN A CLEAN CONTAINER.
  7. Complaint

    9 infractions

    • 16. FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
      • FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED. TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION .MUST FAX LETTER TO THE CDPH 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL ATT:A.LOPEZ. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • FOUND INADEQUATE PEST CONTROL-FOUND SEVERAL DOORS TO THIS FOOD ESTABLISHMENT NOT RODENT-PROOFED 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY.ALL DOORS NOTED TO THE MANAGEMENT MUST BE PEST PROOFED ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOMS AND CENTER BETWEEN SAID DOORS.ALSO; APPROXIMATELY 45 MICE DROPPINGS FOUND INSIDE THE REAR ELECTRICAL ROOM AND INSIDE THE DRY STORAGE ROOM NEAR THE WALK-IN-COOLERS,BEHIND SOME VENDING MACHINES,ARCADE GAMES.ALL AFFECTED AREAS MUST BE CLEANED AND SANITIZED IN DETAIL,RODENT -PROOF SAID DOORS,PEST CONTROL SERVICE NOW RECCOMENDED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
    • 19. OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
      • FOUND OUTSIDE GARBAGE NOT MAINTAINED;FOUL DIRTY WATER LEAKAGE AND DEBRIS FOUND BENEATH SAID AREA.MUST CLEAN,MAINTAIN AND REMOVE POOLS OF STANDING WATER SAME AREA.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • INTERIOR OF CABINETS AT CONCESSSIONS,INCLUDING NACHO/CHEESE DISPENSARY,SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF PREP WORK TABLES NEED CLEANING.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • FLOORS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING INCLUDING THE FLOOR DRAINS IN KITCHEN,FOOD PREP AREAS.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • REPAIR WATER LEAK AT PIPE INSIDE THE HOT WATER TANK ROOM,TURBO CHEF OVENS AT CONCESSIONS MUST BE UNDER VENTILATION IF EQUIPMENT IS MORE THAN 7.5 KILOWATTS.
    • 40. REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
      • MUST PROVIDE VISIBLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • MUST CLEAN,ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE ROOMS AND REMOVE CLUTTERED CONDITIONS THROUGHOUT AND ITEMS KEPT MUST BE PROPERLY STORED 6" OFF FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING.
    • 43. FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
      • MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE DISPENSING UTENSIL IN A CLEAN CONTAINER.
  8. Canvass Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  9. Tag Removal

    4 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • VIOLATION STILL PENDING.
    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • VIOLATION STILL PENDING.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • VIOLATION STILL PENDING.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • VIOLATION STILL PENDING.
  10. Canvass

    5 infractions

    • 16. FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
      • All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation.ICE NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION-TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. BLACK SLIME ACCUMULATED ON INTERIOR ICE AND WATER CONTACT SERVICES OF ICE MACHINE. MUST HAVE MACHINE PROFESSIONALLY WASHED AND SANITIZED.MUST NOTIFY THE CDPH VIA FAX LETTER 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL. SERIOUS VIOLATION. 7-38-005 A.
    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.FOUND APPROXIMATELY 20 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN CLUTTERED MAINTENANCE ROOM,REAR ELECTRICAL ROOM,5 LIVE ANTS COMING OUT OF CRACK/CREVICE ON FLOOR IN THEATER NUMBER 11 ALSO 3 DOORS NOT INSECT/RODENT-PROOFED.MUST DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS,REMOVE CLUTTER FROM SAID AREAS,INSECT/RODENT PROOF SAID DOORS,SEAL CRACKED FLOOR THEATER#11 AT REAR DOOR,PEST CONTROL CO SERVICE NOW RECCOMENDED.
    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.FOUND NO WORKING SINK STOPPERS AT 3 COMP SINK.MUST PROVIDE,MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FLOOR BENEATH SODA DISPENSER BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER NEEDS REGROUTING REMOVE STANDING WATER MAINTAIN FLOOR AREAS DRY.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.FOUND LIGHT BULB IN SYRUP STORAGE ROOM NOT SHIELDED.MUST PROVIDE,MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELDS ON LIGHT FIXTURES.
  11. License Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  12. License-Task Force

    4 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. THE FOOD UTENSILS AND EQUIPMENT IN DIFFERENT AREAS OF FACILITY WITH DEBRIS AND OR STAINS NEEDS TO BE CLEANED:INTERIOR WALLS OF ICE-MACHIENS,INTERIOR OF HOOD WALLS AT POPCORN MIXING PREP ROOM INTERIOR OF CABINETS UNDER COUNTERS & SODA SYRUPS DISPENER AT FRONT PREP/SERVING AREAS,INTERIOR CABINETS,MOP SINKS,FILTERS ON P0PCORN POPER KITTLES AT FRONT, AND 3COMP.SINK.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS IN DRY STORAGE ROOM BY POPCORN MIXING PREP KITCHEN NEEDS CLEANING.FLOOR DRAIN UNDER SODA SYRUP DISPENSER AT N.W CORNER ALSO NEEDS CLEANING,INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN FLOOR DRY IN SODA SYRUP STORAGE ROOM THAT IS WET.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPAIR OPENING ON CEILING TILES IN #1 PARTY ROOM.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. REPAIR DRIPPING ON FAUCETS ON EXPOSE HAND WASH SINKS AT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS.

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