Protein Bar
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
70
Score
The most recent inspection for PROTEIN BAR, located at 1953 N Clybourn Ave in Chicago, IL, was conducted on January 7, 2026, and resulted in a moderate risk score of 70. This inspection identified seven minor violations, with notable observations including proper storage of in-use utensils and correctly labeled food in its original container. Across 16 scored inspections, PROTEIN BAR has historically maintained a mostly low-risk profile.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine
7 minor violations.
70
Jan 30, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
95
Feb 15, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
95
Jan 20, 2023
Routine
4 minor violations.
82
May 20, 2021
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 7, 2020
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
82
Jun 29, 2020
Routine
4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
43
May 16, 2019
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
74
Apr 4, 2018
Routine
3 minor violations.
86
Aug 8, 2017
Routine
6 minor violations.
74
Oct 31, 2016
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
82
Oct 24, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
74
Apr 20, 2016
Routine
5 minor violations.
78
Jan 13, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
82
Jan 22, 2014
License
2 minor violations.
90
Jan 14, 2014
License
No violations found.
100
Violations — Jan 7, 2026 Inspection
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: FOOD SCOOPS BEING STORED INSIDE THE FOOD MUST BE STORED WITH HANDLES INVERT FROM THE FOODS. MANAGER CORRECTED DURING THE INSPECTION.
43
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: ALL BULK FOODS NOT STORED IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.
37
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED THE TABLE TOP CAN OPENER WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS AND EXCESSIVE RUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE.
43
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: NOTED SOME EXCESSIVE RUST ON THE METAL RACK SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REMOVE RUST, RESEAL OR REPLACE.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED DIRTY FLOOR DRAINS IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES PERSONAL BELONGINGS MUST NOT BE STORED IN FOOD PREP/FOOD CONTACT AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DESIGNATED AREA FOR EMPLOYEES BELONGINGS AWAY FROM PREPARED FOODS.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: NOTED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE FOR EMPLOYEE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE UPDATED PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
57
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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