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The Bagel Inc

Restaurant

3107 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657

Lakeview

Jun 18, 2026 — Complaint re-inspection

Pass

A follow-up to confirm complaint-related violations were fixed.

Cutting boards in prep area had open seams and dark stains, requiring refinishing or replacement.

Key Findings

  • Cutting boards in the rear prep area showed open seams and dark stains, indicating damage and potential contamination risk.
  • Inspector directed staff to refinish or replace damaged cutting boards and maintain them properly going forward.

Key findings are derived directly from the inspector's notes from the Chicago Department of Public Health. See the full violation notes below.

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Violation code #47 — FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector's Notes:

4-501.12: **C** Cutting Surfaces OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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Inspection History

The Bagel Inc has had 17 inspections in the last 5 years with a 65% pass rate. Last inspection was on Jul 29, 2026.

Jul 29, 2026Pass

Short Form Complaint — A shorter, targeted check prompted by a public complaint.

Jun 18, 2026PassVIEWING NOW

Complaint Re-Inspection — A follow-up to confirm complaint-related violations were fixed.

1 violation
Standout inspection
Jun 16, 2026Fail

Complaint Re-Inspection — A follow-up to confirm complaint-related violations were fixed.

4 violations