Food Safety Report: Shinya Izakaya Grill & Bar, 2255 W North Ave, Chicago, Il, USA.

Chicago, 60647 Illinois, United States

Report date: Jun 9, 2026
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: 6-501. 111 observed 3 live large cockroach crawling on floor in front prep under prep table containing hot hold units, on the wall in rear prep area near cooling unit and dishwashing area during time of inspection. Recommended contacting pest control for service and cleaning and sanitizing the affected area. Must eliminate pest activity on site. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-020 (a). Citation issued.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: 4-201. 11 4-201. 11 observed rubber gaskets on cooling units throughout prep area in disrepair. Instructed to replace and maintain in good condition.

51. Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
- comments: 5-205. 15 5-205. 15 observed handsink located in prep/diswashing area slow draining. Instructed to repair and maintain system in good condition.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: 6-501. 114 6-501. 114 observed boiler/hvac space located in basement storage area with excessive clutter stored on floors. Instructed to remove all unnecesary items, organize and maintain premise

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: 6-303. 11 6-303. 11 observed burned out bulbs in bar area and inadequate lighting in basment where dry storage/ice machine is located. Instructed to increase lighting in said areas.

Source: chicago.gov