Chicago Inspection: Willow Cafe and Bistro — Fail

Chicago CDPH · June 16, 2026

Result: Fail Type: Restaurant Risk: High Violations (9): 1. PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION: Observed ready-to-eat tcs foods (garlic aioli, tomato soup, sauteed mushrooms, etc.) stored in the walk-in cooler past the 7 day maximum use by date. management instructed to use or discard all expir 2. CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD: Observed no consumer advisory disclosure and reminder statement for raw or undercooked animal foods on the lunch and brunch menus. management instructed to disclose or describe all foods which can be 3. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT: Observed 5 live cockroaches on the wall and floor under and behind the dishwashing machine. also observed 5 live small flying insects on the walls of the front coffee prep area. additional pest cont 4. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN: Clean the top and exterior of the dishwashing machine. 5. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED: Observed no covered waste receptacle in the employee washroom. management instructed to provide. (+4 more) Address: 4729 N LINCOLN AVE

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