Chicago Inspection: LARDON & THE UNION TAPROOM & THE MEADOWLARK — Fail

Chicago CDPH · October 6, 2026

Result: Fail Type: Restaurant Risk: High Violations (7): 1. CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY: Observed large black waste/ and non-potable water) pipes located directly above food preperation area (juicing, bakery, open bottles) located in basement. instructed to provide an approved enclosure o 2. PERSONAL CLEANLINESS: 2-402.11 observed two food handlers handling food without proper hair/beard restraints. instructed to provide and maintain in order to prevent possible contamination. 3. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN: 4-601.11(c) observed all equipment stored in 1st floor prep as well as basement prep in need of cleaning. noted dried food splatter on walls, cooling units, exterior surfaces of equipment, shelving un 4. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED: 5-501.11 observed outside grease receptacle in need of cleaning. noted grease build up on surfaces of said receptacle. instructed to clean and maintain 5. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN: 6-501.114 observed items stored improperly on basement floors throughout storage spaces. insturcted to organize, remove unnecesary items and elevate at least 6 inches off floor in order to prevent hid (+2 more) Address: 2200-2202 N CALIFORNIA AVE

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