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As of 2026-07-09, Stella'S Diner failed its most recent City of Chicago health inspection.

Stella'S Diner

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3042 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657
Lakeview · Chicago Dept. of Public Health · Last inspected 2026-07-09
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Violations at most recent inspection

OBSERVED A 1/4" GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE MAIN FLOOR REAR EXIT DOOR AND BASEMENT EXIT. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT-FITTING SEAL AT ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS.
core violation
6-501.112: **C** Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pests OBSERVED OVER 50 TRAPPED ROACHES ON MONITOR TRAPS AND ROACH CARCASSES IN KITCHEN UNDER COLD AND HOT HOLDING UNITS, UNDER 2COMP SINK, LOW T
core violation
3-304.12: **C** In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage OBSERVED IN-USE KNIVES BEING STORED BETWEEN PREP TABLES; INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE KNIVES.
core violation
OBSERVED CONDENSATE DRAINAGE WATER LINE FROM WALK-IN COOLER/ WALKIN FREEZER IN BEASMENT STORAGE/ STAFF LOCKER ROOM DISCHARGING INTO PLASTIC BUCKET. INSTRUCTED TO DRAIN CONDENSATE DRAINAGE WATER FROM POINT OF DISCHARGE TO
core violation
OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR GROUT AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE DISH/ PREP AREAS . INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
core violation
OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE TOILET ROOM MECHANICAL VENTILATION. HVAC VENTS AND RETURNS IN DININGING ROOM MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
core violation
OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED WITHIN SPECIFIED TIME FRAME ON THE INSPECTION REPORT2639087 DATED 6/26/26 38# OBSERVED 2 LIVE ROACHES IN FACILITY, INCLUDING IN DINING ROOM AND KITCHEN. NOTE
priority violation
NOTED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2633550 CONDUCTED ON 04/07/26. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: (#47)4-501.11: **C** Good Repair and Proper Adjustment- Equipment OBSERVED IN BASEMENT WALK-IN FREEZER DO
priority violation
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Stella'S Diner health inspection FAQ

Has Stella'S Diner passed its most recent Chicago health inspection?

Stella'S Diner failed its most recent City of Chicago health inspection, conducted on 2026-07-09. This reflects the restaurant's current status as tracked by the Chicago Department of Public Health -- GutCheck rebuilds this page from the city's live data feed, so it updates automatically as new inspections are recorded.

What violations did Stella'S Diner have at its last health inspection?

Inspectors recorded 8 violations at Stella'S Diner's most recent inspection on 2026-07-09, including 2 classified as Priority or Priority Foundation. Full violation text is listed on this page below.

When was Stella'S Diner last inspected by the City of Chicago?

Stella'S Diner was last inspected on 2026-07-09. GutCheck's data is sourced directly from the City of Chicago's public Food Inspections feed and rebuilt on every deploy, so this date reflects the most recent inspection on file at the time you're viewing this page.

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