Trump Hotel Restaurants in Chicago Fail Food Inspections

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Records obtained by PEOPLE show that restaurants at the Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago failed food inspections by the Chicago Department of Public Health in December 2025. The inspections uncovered issues such as small flies throughout the kitchen and bar areas, wastewater draining onto the floor, and perishable foods being held at unsafe temperatures.

Why it matters

The failed inspections at Trump's Chicago hotel restaurants raise concerns about food safety and sanitation practices at the property. As one of the former president's business ventures, this incident could further scrutinize Trump's track record as a businessman and the operations of his hotels and restaurants.

The details

According to the inspection records, the Terrace 16 restaurant and main kitchen and room service areas at the Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago failed inspections on December 17, 2025. Inspectors cited more than 10 small flies in the bar area and dish area, an improperly sanitizing dishwasher, and wastewater from a sink flooding the floor. The inspectors also found that some perishable foods were being held at temperatures between 46-53 degrees, which is too high. Other violations included a cracked ice machine lid, debris buildup, and unlabeled shellfish.

• The failed inspections occurred on December 17, 2025.
• The restaurants passed a follow-up inspection on December 23, 2025, though the ice machine lid was still cracked.