RestaurantLicence 2708649

Bawarchi on Okaley

6406-6408 N Oakley Ave, Chicago 60645

Latest verdictFailSep 29, 2026 · 14 days ago

Inspections11since Dec 24, 2019

Fail rate40.0%4 of 10 verdictscitywide 22.4% · above average

City risk ratingHigh riskWhat this kind of business could do if it went wrong — not a grade it earned.

Read the pairs, not the count. A failure is normally followed within days by a re-inspection, and that re-inspection is a second row here. On the timeline below they sit almost on top of each other — one bad day, two marks.

The whole record

Pass60%
Conditional0%
Fail40%

11 inspections from 2019 to 2026 · hover a mark

2020202120222023202420252026

FailSep 29, 2026ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed improper cold holding temperatures of tcs foods inside of the 2-door prep cooler. Observed milk at 47f, eggs at 47f, yogurt at 51f, cheese at 44f, and curry at 44f. Management instructed to maintain all cold tcs foods below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
2. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Observed the 2-door prep cooler with an air temperature of 44f. Management instructed to rpair and maintain the prep cooler below 41f. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
3. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Must label all foods outside of their original container.
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed 5 live cockroaches in the food prep area on top of the food prep table and inside of the oven. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
5. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed plastic grocery bags used to store frozen meats inside of the freezer. Management instructed to use only food grade storage bags or containers.
6. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Clean the exterior of the grease trap, food prep tables, interior of oven and sides of stove, interior of the microwave, wire storage shelves above the 3-compartment sink, interior of all prep coolers and freezers.
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Clean the floor and wall throughout the food prep area especially under equipment and around the 3-compartment sink.
PassJun 24, 2025CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed ice build up on condenser in prep area sliding 2-door reach in cooler. Must remove ice build up on cooler condenser.
2. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed accumulated food/grease build up on prep area floor under cooking equipment also observed accumulated grime/dirt build up on floor/walls at mop sink room. Must clean and maintain floor and walls at prep and mop sink rooms.
3. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Some food handlers without food handlers certificates. Instructed manager all food handlers must have valid food handlers certificates with names of employees on premises.
4. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Observed one food manager without food allergen training certificate. Instructed all city of Chicago certified food managers must have food allergen training certificates.
PassNov 14, 2024Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
FailOct 30, 2024CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Found the following tcs foods held at improper temperature inside stand up 2-door prep cooler- beef at 56.8 f, cooked rice at 50.0 f and cooked, cut vegetables at 50.0 f. Instructed manager tcs foods must be held at 41.0 f or below. Priority violation 7-38-005. All said out of temperature tcs foods voluntarily discarded. Foods discarded weight- 13 lbs, valued at $100.00.
2. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Prep area 2-door stand up reach in cooler not maintained, ambient air temperature at 56.8 f. Found beef, cooked rice, etc. Inside cooler. Instructed manager must repair said cooler, ambient air temperature must be 41.0 f or below. Priority violation 7-38-005.
3. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Pest infestation. Observed approxiamately 50 live roaches on walls at prep and dishwash area, also observed 5 live small flies on walls by washroom and over 100 mice droppings inside fryer, oven and and at prep/dishwash area floor along walls and corners. Instructed manager must remove all live insect activity and remove all mice droppings. Priority violation 7-38-020(a). Must contact pest control operator for service. Eliminate pests and clean all surfaces. Wash rinse and sanitize all food contact surfaces.
4. 40
  Personal cleanliness
  Observed food handlers not wearing hair restraints. Instructed manager all food handlers must wear effective hair restraints.
5. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Cutting baords are stained, in poor condition. Must remove and replace cutting boards.
6. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed meats inside chest freezer held inside plastic grocery bags. Other food items in 'home depot' buckets. Instructed cannot use plastic grocery bags or non-food grade buckets. Manager must provide food grade bags & containers for meats inside chest freezer and other food items.
7. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed accumulated food debris on exterior of all shelves, sinks, crates, racks, grease trap, cooking equipment and inside coolers at prep and dishwash area. Instructed manager must clean all equipment at prep and dishwash area and maintain. Remove all food debris, grease, grime, spills etc.
8. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Grill area handwash sink drain pipe leaking and loose from wall. Sink is slow draining. Must reattach, repair and maintain said handwash sink. Opening in top of grease trap. Must seal hole.
9. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  No covered trash receptacle in washroom. Must provide.
10. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed all floors need to be cleaned under and behind all cooking equipment and refrigeration units, under 3 compartment, near mop sink, and in washrooms. Clean and maintain all floors.
11. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed one ceiling tile missing above unused reach in cooler at prep area. Must provide and make tight fitted ceiling tile at same. Ceiling in toilet room in poor repair. Must repair and maintain. Accumulated dust on exhaust vent in toilet room. Must clean.
12. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Dried and accumulated food debris on walls and doors through-out facility. Must clean and maintain same.
13. +1 more
PassJul 20, 2023Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed all caulking around handsinks in washrooms and outside washrooms need to be restored to a smooth easily cleanable condition and maintained.
2. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed hot and cold running water not working at mop sink. Must restore and maintain hot and cold running water at all times.
3. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Observed all food handlers need proof food handler training.
4. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Observed no proof of allergan training. Must provide proof of allergen training for all certified food managers.
FailJun 26, 2023ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  Observed no one on site with the proper knowlege to perform duties 2-101.11
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Observed on one on site with a city of Chicago certified food manager certificate while time/temperature controlled foods are being cooked and served including cooked chicken and lamb. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012
3. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed open front door leading to outside. Outer openings must be protected from rodents and flies entering into facility. Install screen door is needed.
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed approximately 20 small flies 5 large houseflies in mop area and throughout facility. Eliminate all small fly activity and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020 (a)
5. 41
  Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
  Observed soiled wiping cloths on counters. Soiled wiping cloths need to be stored in sanitizer solution when not in use.
6. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed all caulking around handsinks in washrooms and outside washrooms need to be restored to a smooth easily cleanable condition and maintained.
7. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed interior of 2 door reach in cooler on cooking line unclean with food spills. Clean and maintain interior of reach in coolers and maintain.
8. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed hot and cold running water not working at mop sink. Must restore and maintain hot and cold running water at all times.
9. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Obsreved toilet bowl and sink fixtures in washroom unclean. All plumbing fixtures in washroom need to be cleaned and maintained at all times.
10. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed all floors need to be cleaned under and behind all cooking equipment and refrigeration units, under 3 compartment, near mop sink, and in washrooms. Clean and maintain all floors.
11. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed mops need to be hung after use.
12. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Observed all food handlers need proof food handler training.
13. +1 more
PassMay 24, 2023ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
PassJan 17, 2023Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed interior cabinets of front counter areas unclean. Clean and maintain front counter area.
2. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed far right compartment of 3 compartment sink leaking. Must repair and maintain. Sink.
3. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  Keep grease storage container free from litter and debris. Obtain lock if needed.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed all floors need to be cleaned in corners and along walls, under and behind cooking equipment.
5. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Observed vent of furnace with heavy dust accumulation. Clean and maintain vent.
6. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Observed proof of food handler training must be provided for all employees.
No verdictJan 13, 2023Non-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
FailJan 5, 2023ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 3
  Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
  Observed no employee health policies on site. Must have employee health policies on site for all employees. Priority foundation violation.
2. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  Observed no bodily fluid clean up kit on site. Must obtain maintain bodily fluid clean up kit on site. Priority foundation.
3. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed approximately 100 rodent droppings in front cooking area under and behind flattop stove, on windowsills, and floor throughout. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Observed approximately 100 rodent droppings throughout furnace room. Remove all droppings and clean and sanitize all affected areas. Observed harborage in rear furnace room and adjacent hallway. Remove all harborage contributing to pest issue. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a)
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed all outer openings in windows walls and doors need to be sealed and closed to prevent pest entry.
5. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed interior cabinets of front counter areas unclean. Clean and maintain front counter area.
6. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed far right compartment of 3 compartment sink leaking. Must reapir and maintain. Sink.
7. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed mop sink located in rear cery unclean and slow draining. Clean sink clear drain and maintain mop sink at all times.
8. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  Keep grease storage container free from litter and debris. Obtain lock if needed.
9. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Observed vent of furnace with heavy dust accumulation. Clean and maintain vent.
10. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Observed proof of food handler training must be provided for all employees.
PassDec 24, 2019LicenseRisk 1 (High)
1. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed grocery bags being used as food storage in freezer. Instructed to use food grade containers for easy cleanability.
2. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed dirty gaskets in prep cooler. Instructed to replace.
3. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed dirty walls along cooking equipment. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.

Fails sit above the line, passes below. Every inspection the city has published for this licence.

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What it gets cited for

5510×
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
477×
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
386×
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
496×
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
516×
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
575×
All food employees have food handler training
583×
Allergen training as required
222×
Proper cold holding temperatures

Counted across every inspection on record here. A code that keeps coming back is the more telling signal.

Source

Published by the Chicago Department of Public Health as Food Inspections, updated weekly. This page shows every row the city holds under licence 2708649 — a business that changed hands may carry history from its predecessor.