Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 9, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 9, 2025 · Original Source
Restaurant · Chicago, IL
King Gyros
7904 S Vincennes Ave
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6 inspectionsCanvass
Oct 2, 2025
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 5Other
Official wording
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s notes
NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED THAT A VOMIT AND DIARRHEA KIT MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES IN THE EVENT OF A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 38Pests
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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. FOUND 60 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN BOTH STORAGE AREAS, DISHWASHING AREAS AND BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE IN FOOD PREP AREA. FOUND 80 OR MORE KNATS IN THE FRONT STORAGE ROOM IN THE PREP/DISHWASHING AREA ON THE CUTTING BOARD AND IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM. MUST ELIMINATE ALL PEST ACTIVITY. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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 49Cleaning and sanitizing
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
FOUND SPILLAGE INSIDE OF THE TWO DOOR REFRIGERATION UNIT IN THE COOKING AREA; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. FOUND SOME GREASE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS; INSTRUCTED 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, Oct 2, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jan 22, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 22, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Jan 14, 2025
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 8Handwashing
Official wording
HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTIES BY MALE FOOD HANDLER RINING REGISTER,THEN HANDLED MONEY AND PUT ON PLASTIC GLOVES AND PLACED A PITA BREAD ON THE GRILL AND ALSO 6LBS. SHREEDED LETTUCE BEING CUTTING ON CUTTING BOARD AND NOT ABLE TO WASH HANDS DUE TO LACK OF RUNNING WATER ON SITE .FOOD PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. MUST BE ABLE TO WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.APPX. 6LBS. $18.(PRIORITY 7-38-010)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 22Food temperature
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PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF 30LBS.PREPACKAGED RAW STEAK AT 49.3F-50.5F ON DRAIN BOARD OF 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 30LBS. $106.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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
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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 75 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN FURNACE ROOM ON FLOOR AND INSIDE OF FURNACE,REAR HALLWAY STORAGE AREA ALONG WALL BASES AND IN BETWEEN CLUTTER,ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN CRATES OF POP AND WINDOW LEDGES,ON LEDGE UNDERNEATH REGISTER AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.MUST HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/14/25.(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 42Other
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WASHING FRUITS & VEGETABLES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED LETTUCE BEING CUT BUT NOT ABLE TO BE WASHED DUE TO LACK OF RUNNING WATER ON PREMISES.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 46Other
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GLOVES USED PROPERLY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GLOVES BEING MISSED USED DURING FOOD PREPARATION.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE SPILLAGE OF BLOOD FROM CHICKEN IN REAR 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER,GRILL TABLE DEBRIS BUILD UP.
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
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HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HOT NOR COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE COMING OUT OF ANY FAUCETS AT SINKS MENTIONED SUCH AT HAND SINKS IN PREP AREA AND TOILET ROOMS FOR HAND WASHING,3- COMPARTMENT SINK FOR WASHING AND SANITIZING DISHES,MOPSINK FOR MOPPING FLOOR AND TOILET IS NOT ABLE TO FLUSH AFTER USAGE. MUST RESTORE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE ON PREMISES AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE CLUTTER FROM FLOOR IN REAR HALLWAY STORAGE AREA.
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, Jan 14, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 4, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 4, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 23, 2024
Fail
14 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
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MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEE'S 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 5Other
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PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE, AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA MUST BE PROVIDED AND MAINTAINED.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 10Handwashing
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ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINKS NOT ACCESSIBLE OBSERVED REAR PREP AREA HAND SINK WITH NO RUNNING WATER MUST PROVIDE HOT & COLD RUNNING WATER FOR HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA HAND SINK STOPPED UP NOT DRAINING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN HAND WASHING; INSTRUCTED TO USE HAND SINK IN TOILET ROOM.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 37Food source and labeling
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FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, SQUEEZE BOTTLES, AND SHAKERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE 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 38Pests
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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED AN INFESTATION OF APPX. 1,000 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, REACH-IN COOLERS, HAND SINKS, 3- COMPARTMENT SINKS, FURNANCE ROOM, TOILET ROOM, REAR STORAGE ROOM, TRAY STORAGE AREA, POP STORAGE AREA, INSIDE OF FRYER CABINETS, ON LOWER SHELVING UNITS OF ALL PREP TABLES AND STORAGE CABINETS..ALSO EVIDENCE OF A LIVE GRAY SMALL MOUSE RUN BEHIND GLASS REACH IN COOLER AND THEN AGAIN WHILE SITTING AT PREP TABLE TYPING REPORT.ALSO EVIDENCE OF APPX. 20 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND AND ON CONTAINERS OF FOOD ON THE REAR PREP TABLE. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.MUST HAVE A PEST-CONTROL OPERATOR SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 10/23/24.(PRIORITY 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 41Cleaning and sanitizing
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WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
Inspector’s notes
MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE ON PREP TABLES.
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 45Equipment and utensils
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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
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GROCERY BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN REACH IN COOLER MUST USE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR FOOD 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
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLE, PREP TABLES, ALL STORAGE SHELVING UNITS, ALL PREP AND REACH-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS, EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP, MUST DEFROST ICE FROM ALL FREEZERS.
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 52Water, plumbing, and sewage
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SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED INADEQUATE WASTE WATER DISPOSAL/SEWAGE OVERFLOWING FROM GREASE TRAP AT 3- 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND POOLING ON FLOOR IN REAR DISH WASHING AREAS MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAINED.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)
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
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED, MISSING WALL TILES BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, FLOOR TILE IN LOBBY.
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
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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
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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR 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 58Permits, training, and postings
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ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER 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 issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 23, 2024 · Original Source