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Roach Infestation Shuts Down Chicago Diner
21 Jul
Summary
- Stella's Diner closed due to live roaches and unresolved sanitation issues.
- Inspectors found over 50 roaches in a trap and live roaches in the dining area.
- A second restaurant owned by the same owner also faced recent pest control violations.
Stella's Diner, a popular Chicago eatery, has been ordered to close after health inspectors found significant pest control and sanitation failures. Upon an initial visit on June 26, officials confirmed an active cockroach problem, citing the diner for pest treatment and cleanup.
A subsequent inspection on July 9 revealed that the issues remained unresolved, leading to the business's shutdown. City records indicate that the restaurant has failed annual inspections during the current owner's tenure. This situation is compounded by the fact that another establishment under the same ownership, The Bagel deli, lost its license recently due to severe infestations and hygiene violations.
The closure of Stella's Diner underscores broader concerns about food safety practices nationwide, with food recalls increasing in size. Restaurants like Stella's face closure until they can demonstrate complete resolution of pest issues and sanitation deficiencies to the satisfaction of health inspectors.
