Canvass
May 1, 2026
Out of Business
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 1, 2026 · Original Source
Restaurant · Chicago, IL
J & J Fish
6659 S Damen Ave
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The full inspection history
6 inspectionsCanvass
Apr 23, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
1 recorded violation
notedCode 48Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
No drain board provided to 3-comp sink, instructed to install.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 23, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jul 1, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 1, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 13, 2025
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE TORN SCREEN ON REAR SCREEN DOOR AND GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF DOOR IN LOBBY.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 43Equipment and utensils
Official wording
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
Inspector’s notes
3-304.12 : OBSERVED SCOOPS BEING STORED INSIDE OF LARGE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND PLASTIC BINS MUST REMOVE AND STORE PROPERLY.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
4-101.19 : MUST REPLACE MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON FRONT ENTRY DOOR AND MISSING LOCK WHICH IS LEAVING A HOLE POSSIBLE RODENT ENTRY.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FAUCET IN TOILET ROOM,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,WHEEL BASES AND LEGS OF EQUIPMENT,FRYER FILTER.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
5-205.15 : MUST REMOVE PLASTIC BAG TIED AROUND PIPE UNDERNEATH 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND REPAIR.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILE NEAR HAND SINK IN PREP AREA AND BEHIND MOP SINK & 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,MISSING WALL BASES WHERE NEEDED .
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 60Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
8-404.13(B:4) Inspector Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2590243 2/28/24 NOT CORRECTED-#36-4-204.112(B) : MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR DESSERT DISPLAY COOLER.#37-3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SHAKERS/SQUEEZE BOTTLES/BINS) WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.#38-6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.#43- 4-903.11(A;C) : MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.#47-4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BOTH REAR 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLERS & 3- DOOR PREP COOLER,SINK STOPPER HANDLES IN POOR REPAIR AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK. #47-4-101.19 : MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS.#49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN FLOUR,FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS, ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS,ROLLING CARTS,STORAGE SHELVES AND RACKS. #55-6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SOME STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES,LOOSE WALL BASES. #55-6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN DIRT AND FOOD SPLATTER FROM WALLS AND DOORS THROUGHOUT.#56-6-202.11 : MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHTS WHERE NEEDED. #57-2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 13, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 6, 2025
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 10LBS. PRE-COOKED CHICKEN-55.6F-54.2F INSIDE OF 1- DOOR REACH IN COOLER.30LBS. RAW CHICKEN TENDERS-45.9F IN 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.17LBS. PIZZA PUFFS-47.7F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. APPX.57 LBS. $50.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 33Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 1- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER AT 55.6F. WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE . A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON UNIT.ONCE REPAIRED EMAIL:FOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE TORN SCREEN ON REAR SCREEN DOOR.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 43Equipment and utensils
Official wording
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SCOOPS BEING STORED INSIDE OF LARGE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND PLASTIC BINS MUST REMOVE AND STORE PROPERLY.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPLACE MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON FRONT ENTRY DOOR AND MISSING LOCK WHICH IS LEAVING A HOLE POSSIBLE RODENT ENTRY.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FAUCET IN TOILET ROOM,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,WHEEL BASES AND LEGS OF EQUIPMENT,FRYER FILTER.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
MUST REMOVE PLASTIC BAG TIED AROUND PIPE UNDERNEATH 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND REPAIR.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILE NEAR HAND SINK IN PREP AREA AND BEHIND MOP SINK & 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,MISSING WALL BASES WHERE NEEDED .
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 60Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2590243 2/28/24 NOT CORRECTED-#36-4-204.112(B) : MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR DESSERT DISPLAY COOLER.#37-3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SHAKERS/SQUEEZE BOTTLES/BINS) WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.#38-6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.#43- 4-903.11(A;C) : MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.#47-4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BOTH REAR 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLERS & 3- DOOR PREP COOLER,SINK STOPPER HANDLES IN POOR REPAIR AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK. #47-4-101.19 : MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS.#49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN FLOUR,FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS, ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS,ROLLING CARTS,STORAGE SHELVES AND RACKS. #55-6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SOME STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES,LOOSE WALL BASES. #55-6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN DIRT AND FOOD SPLATTER FROM WALLS AND DOORS THROUGHOUT.#56-6-202.11 : MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHTS WHERE NEEDED. #57-2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 6, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 28, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
12 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
MUST ELEVATE FOOD PRODUCT OFF OF FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREMISES TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationnotedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR DESSERT DISPLAY COOLER.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SHAKERS/SQUEEZE BOTTLES/BINS) WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO LID ON GARBAGE CAN IN TOILET ROOM MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SOME STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES,LOOSE WALL BASES.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHTS WHERE NEEDED.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 45Equipment and utensils
Official wording
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BOTH REAR 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLERS & 3- DOOR PREP COOLER,SINK STOPPER HANDLES IN POOR REPAIR AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST CLEAN FLOUR,FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS, ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS,ROLLING CARTS,STORAGE SHELVES AND RACKS.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 28, 2024 · Original Source