Short Form Complaint
Sep 25, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 25, 2026 · Original Source
Grocery Store · Chicago, IL
Jewel Food Store #0092
1655 E 95th St
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14 inspectionsComplaint Re-Inspection
Aug 6, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 40Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
Inspector’s notes
2-402.11 OBSERVED A MALE FOOD HANDLER WITH A BEARD AND WITHOUT A BEARD GUARD AND A FEMALE FOOD HANDLER IMPROPERLY WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT WITHOUT HAIR FULLY RESTRAINED BOTH IN THE BAKERY FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND WEAR PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 6, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Aug 5, 2026
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 40Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
Inspector’s notes
2-402.11 OBSERVED A MALE FOOD HANDLER WITH A BEARD AND WITHOUT A BEARD GUARD AND A FEMALE FOOD HANDLER IMPROPERLY WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT WITHOUT HAIR FULLY RESTRAINED BOTH IN THE BAKERY FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND WEAR PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE LEDGES OF THE PREP COOLER IN THE PREPARED FOODS AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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 50Other
Official wording
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE
Inspector’s notes
5-103.11(B) OBSERVED INADEQUATE HOT WATER THROUGHOUT 3 FOOD PREP AREAS. OBSERVED HOT WATER AT THREE 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS ONLY REACHING 86F AND OBSERVED HOT WATER AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS AND TOILET ROOMS ONLY REACHING 86F AS WELL. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS PROVIDE SUFFICIENT HOT WATER TO ALL SINKS AT ALL TIMES, SUFFICIENT HOT WATER MUST MAINTAIN 100F AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AND 110F AT ALL 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).
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, Aug 5, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Jul 31, 2026
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED ABOUT 7 LIVE LARGE FLIES FLYING AROUND THE PREPARED FOODS PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE INSECT ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).
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 40Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
Inspector’s notes
2-402.11 OBSERVED A MALE FOOD HANDLER WITH A BEARD AND WITHOUT A BEARD GUARD AND A FEMALE FOOD HANDLER IMPROPERLY WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT WITHOUT HAIR FULLY RESTRAINED BOTH IN THE BAKERY FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND WEAR PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE LEDGES OF THE PREP COOLER IN THE PREPARED FOODS AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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 50Other
Official wording
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE
Inspector’s notes
5-103.11(B) OBSERVED INADEQUATE HOT WATER THROUGHOUT 3 FOOD PREP AREAS. OBSERVED HOT WATER AT THREE 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS ONLY REACHING 96F AND OBSERVED HOT WATER AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS AND TOILET ROOMS ONLY REACHING 96F AS WELL. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS PROVIDE SUFFICIENT HOT WATER TO ALL SINKS AT ALL TIMES, SUFFICIENT HOT WATER MUST MAINTAIN 100F AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AND 110F AT ALL 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 60Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
8-404.13(B:4) OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2634907 DATED 4/13/26; 51 - 5-205.15 OBSERVED A MINOR LEAK AT THE FAUCET OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS LOCATED IN THE BUTCHER WALK IN COOLER AND IN THE PREPARED FOODS/DELI PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. 55 - 6-501.12 OBSERVED SOME DUST DEBRIS ON THE WALL IN THE PREPARED FOODS PREP AREA AND SOME MINOR DIRT DEBRIS ON FLOORS THOUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AREAS AND REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090.
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, Jul 31, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Apr 13, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
5-205.15 OBSERVED A MINOR LEAK AT THE FAUCET OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS LOCATED IN THE BUTCHER WALK IN COOLER AND IN THE PREPARED FOODS/DELI PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO 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
6-501.12 OBSERVED SOME DUST DEBRIS ON THE WALL IN THE PREPARED FOODS PREP AREA AND SOME MINOR DIRT DEBRIS ON FLOORS THOUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AREAS AND REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL.
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 13, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Apr 2, 2026
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
5-205.15 OBSERVED A MINOR LEAK AT THE FAUCET OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS LOCATED IN THE BUTCHER WALK IN COOLER AND IN THE PREPARED FOODS/DELI PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO 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 54Facility maintenance
Official wording
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
Inspector’s notes
5-501.15 OBSERVED THE COMPACTOR REMOVED DUE TO MAINTAINENCE AND THE FACILITY USING A LARGE OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER THAT DOES NOT HAVE A LID TO DISCARD FOOD ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS WITH TIGHT FITTING LIDS TO DISCARD FOOD ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(B).
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 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.12 OBSERVED SOME DUST DEBRIS ON THE WALL IN THE PREPARED FOODS PREP AREA AND SOME MINOR DIRT DEBRIS ON FLOORS THOUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AREAS AND REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL.
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 2, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Aug 1, 2025
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 40Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS AT STARBUCKS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR AT ALL TIMES WHEN PREPARING FOOD.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON LOWER HOT HOLDING SURFACE OF CHICKEN HOT HOLDING UNIT, FOOD DEBRIS ON PREP TABLES AND FLOORS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE
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
OBSERVED LEAK AT PIPE OF HANDWASHING SINK IN FOOD PEP AREA NEAR WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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
OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN PRODUCE PREP AREA, DELI AREA, AND RECEIVING DOCK. KEEP FLOORS DRY, PREVENT STANDING PUDDLES.
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
OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON AIR CONDITIONING VENTS ABOVE HOT HOLDING CASE IN THE DELI. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 1, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 24, 2025
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 10-15 FRUIT AND HOUSE FLIES IN DELI AREA NEAR PREP TABLE AND HAND WASHING SINK. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 3-5 FLIES IN SERVICE MEAT DEPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE HOUSE AND FRUIT FLIES FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE FLY ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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 40Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS AT STARBUCKS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR AT ALL TIMES WHEN PREPARING FOOD.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON LOWER HOT HOLDING SURFACE OF CHICKEN HOT HOLDING UNIT, FOOD DEBRIS ON PREP TABLES AND FLOORS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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
OBSERVED LEAK AT PIPE OF HANDWASHING SINK IN FOOD PEP AREA NEAR WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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
OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN PRODUCE PREP AREA, DELI AREA, AND RECEIVING DOCK. KEEP FLOORS DRY, PREVENT STANDING PUDDLES.
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
OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON AIR CONDITIONING VENTS ABOVE HOT HOLDING CASE IN THE DELI. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 24, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Apr 18, 2025
Pass
9 recorded violations
notedCode 36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING THERMOMETER INSIDE DELI TWO DOOR PREP COOLER NEAR WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS AND MAINTAIN.
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
OBSERVED BULK SEASONINGS NOT LABELED IN DELI CHICKEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK SEASONINGS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.
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 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS IN DELI, BAKERY, PRODUCE AND MEAT PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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 41Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES IN DELI PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
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 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING FAN COVER INSIDE REAR PRE-PACK WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE 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 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON INTERIOR SURFACES AND SHELVING OF CHICKEN HOT HOLDING UNIT, FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS ON PREP TABLES, PREP COOLERS, AND ROLLING CARTS IN DELI, CUTTING BOARDS AND PREP TABLES IN MEAT PREP AREA, SHELVES IN DAIRY DISPLAY COOLERS, AND SHELVES INSIDE MILK WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED RIGHT SINK SLOW DRAINING IN SECOND FLOOR STAFF WOMEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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 53Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN FIRST STALL CUSTOMER WOMEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE 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
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON FLOORS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS, UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN DELI, PRODUCE, BAKERY AND MEAT PREP AREAS. OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING VENTS IN DELI. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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 problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 18, 2025 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Dec 18, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 18, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Jun 7, 2024
Pass
9 recorded violations
notedCode 36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE SEAFOOD AND MEAT DISPLAY COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
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
OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS OF FLOUR AND SEASONING NOT LABELED IN CHICKEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.
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 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN BAKERY WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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 45Equipment and utensils
Official wording
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES STORED ON FLOOR IN DELI WALK-IN COOLER AND BAKERY PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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
OBSERVED MILK CRATES USED AS SHELVING UNITS IN WALK-IN COOLER, WALK-IN FREEZER, PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE MILK CRATES AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE.
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
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, ROLLING CARTS, SHELVING UNITS, COOLERS AND FREEZERS IN ALL PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS IN PRODUCE AND MEAT PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON FLOOR IN DELI AND BAKERY PREP AREAS, DAIRY WALK-IN COOLER, PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER, BAKERY WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO LIGHT INSIDE BAKERY WALK-IN COOLER AND WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.
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 issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 7, 2024 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
May 15, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 15, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Mar 5, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
8 recorded violations
notedCode 23Food source and labeling
Official wording
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SEVERAL PACKAGES AND RE-WRAPPED PORTIONS OF DELI MEAT (TURKEY BREAST, CHICKEN BREAST, HAM) DISPLAYED FOR SERVICE IN DELI DISPLAY COOLER AND NOT LABELED AND DATED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. COLD READY TO EAT TCS FOOD HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS SHALL BE CLEARLY MARKED WITH DATE BY WHICH FODD SHALL BE CONSUMED, SOLD, OR DISCARDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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 39Contamination
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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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 47Cleaning and sanitizing
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DAMAGED DOOR GASKETS ON SEAFOOD WALK-IN FREEZER IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED RUST DEPOSITS ON ROLLING CARTS IN PREP AREAS AND SHELVING UNITS IN BAKERY DISPLAY FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR 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
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON FLOOR IN DELI, BAKERY, PRODUCE, AND MEAT PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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 56Facility maintenance
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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN CHICKEN WALK-IN COOLER IN DELI PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS IN WALK-IN COOLER.
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 45Equipment and utensils
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SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED ON PREP TABLE UNDER PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER IN DELI PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
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 49Cleaning and sanitizing
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP COOLERS, ROLLING CARTS, SHELVING UNITS IN PREP AREA. ISNTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCETS ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS IN SEAFOOD AND MEAT PREP AREA. OBSERVED RIGHT HAND WASHING SINK SLOW DRAINING IN WOMEN SECOND FLOOR STAFF WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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 problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 5, 2024 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Oct 6, 2023
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 6, 2023 · Original Source