Pass

Church's Chicken

1808 W 47th St, Chicago, IL 60609

Restaurant ZIP 60609 Risk 2 (Medium)

Passed · as of May 28, 2026

Church's Chicken was last inspected on May 28, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.

Latest inspection

May 28, 2026 · Complaint

Pass

Result: Pass

No violations

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

Inspection history

29 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  2. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Found 30 lbs of raw chicken held at 49.3f in walk -in cooler. Instructed manager to hold cold TCS foods at 41f or lower. Priority violation 7-38-005. chicken discarded valued at $50

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

      Inspector’s note: Inadequate cooling equipment, found walk-in cooler ambient temperature at 53.1f, Instructed manager to keep all coolers at 41f or lower. Priority violation 7-38-005. cooler is tagged not allowed to use, must contact the office of CDPH when repaired.

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

  3. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical5 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

      Hot food was held below a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 50 lbs of cooked chicken parts at improper temperatures during time of the inspection. Noted temperature ranging between 109.5f-116f. Chicken located in prep area. Instructed to hold all hot tcs foods @135f and higher. Must maintain. Priority violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued. Pic voluntarily discarded at this time.

      Official wording (code 21)

      Proper hot holding temperatures

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dead cockroaches on floor in rear storagfe area around hot water tank. Instructed to remove clean and sanitize area.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed freezer chest covering in rear storage area in disrepair and rusted. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed fryers heavily encrusted with grease and dried food deposits on all exterior surfaces. Noted build up on all piping underneath said equipment, hot hold units and front prep area tables and counters. Instructed to remove. Clean and maintain

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed floors underneath shelving units throughout prep /storage area in need of cleaning. Must remove all dried food debris to prevent pest harborage.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed burned out bulbs in ceiling in rear storage. Instructed to replace and increase lighting.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  4. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

      Inspector’s note: Observed facility food handlers preparing and handling time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods without the city of chicago food service manager. Informed the person in charge that a certified manager must be on site during tcs food prep, cooking, serving, and operating hours. The certified food manager arrived 20 minutes after the inspection started. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Observed facility without chemical sanitizers needed to sanitize equipment and utensils. Sanitizer delivered before 10/04/24 continuing inspection and available on site. Must provides chemical sanitizers and is available for use during all hours of operation. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Noted internal temperatures of the following time/temperature control for safety food items inside the cold hold unit to be improper: coleslaw at 46.8 f. Manager immediately and voluntarily disposed of 4 lbs of products worth $15.00 through denaturing process. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

      Inspector’s note: Noted improper cold-hold temperature of 48 f in cold hold unit. Informed manager all refrigerator units shall maintain a proper temperature of 41f and below. The refrigerator unit was tagged and must not be used until reinspected by the chicago department of public health (cdph). Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on the floor under cooking equipment, along walls, and in all corners in prep, dishwashing, and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean floors under all equipment, along walls, and all corners in all areas. Observed dust buildup on ceiling vents in the prep area and near the 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to clean and maintain all fans, light shields, ceiling/wall vents, and floors. Must upgrade housekeeping.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Noted broken and stained tile and a couple of holes on ceiling in the back area close to 3 cpompatment sink. Must repair or replace stained ceiling tiles, seal the holes to prevent pest entrance and fix damaged metal wall bases in back area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  5. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean floors and remove grease and heavy food debris along walls and in all corners throughout the fryer/prep area and rear dishwashing area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  6. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    1 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Observed minor pink mineral up inside of ice machine. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed pest activity with two live cockroaches noted during inspection around and behind the hot water heater in rear at three compartment sink. Instructed to consult pest control as additional services are needed to minimize or eliminate activity prior to re-inspection. Priority foundation violation #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed facility without a chemical test kit for sanitizer or for ware washing area. Informed person in charge a test kit that accurately measures the concentration in mg/l of sanitizing solution must be provided. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean floors and remove grease and heavy food debris along walls and in all corners throughout the fryer/prep area and rear dishwashing area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  7. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST SEAL GAPS ON UNDERSIDE OF SERVICE COUNTER.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  8. Fail

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST SEAL GAPS ON UNDERSIDE OF SERVICE COUNTER.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 8-404.13(B:4) Inspector Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2521630 6/21/21 NOT CORRECTED.#51- MUST PROVIDE A BACK FLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE TO BE SEEN FOR SERVICING.#55- MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST GROUT FLOOR WHERE NEEDED.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

  9. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    1 critical8 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

      Inspector’s note: Pic doesn't have a food managers certificate.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of appx. 100 or more live small flies on walls,ceilings,boxes in prep,dish washing ,toilet room,standing water in mop sink and lobby and appx. 12- 15 live large flies crawling and flying around windows in lobby,prep ,dish washing area and hallway throughout premises.also appx. 50 or more mice droppings on floor next to hot water and on floor under rear storage shelves in between clutter. Must remove droppings.clean and sanitize areas. Recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 10/1/21.(priority foundation 7-38-020(a)(citation issued)

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoop stored inside basin of ice machine on top of ice.must store properly.

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace leaky pipe underneath 3- compartment sink,mop sink is stopped up and not draining.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean dust build up on ceiling vents throughout.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must seal gaps on underside of service counter.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must replace burntout lights over fryer unit and women's toilet room.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from report #2521630 6/21/21 not corrected.#38-observed an appx."1/2-3/4" gap along bottom of rear door.must make door tight fitting.#47- must repair or replace worn door gasket on small reach in freezer.must remove rust from walk in cooler shelving units.#49- must clean grease and food debris build up from pipes and interior parts of cooking equipment,prep coolers and freezers,prep tables.#51- must provide a back flow device on ice machine to be seen for servicing.#55- must repair or replace stained and damaged ceiling tiles,missing and damaged floor tiles throughout premises.must grout floor where needed.#56- must replace burnt out light in walk in cooler.must repair and maintain.(priority foundation 7-42-090)

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • GeneralFood handling

      Miscellaneous public health order.

      Inspector’s note: Observed two employees not wearing face coverings in restaurant.observed male cashier at front service counter taking order without face covering and female cook with mask underneather her chin while preparing food.employees put mask on during inspection.must provide and maintain at all times.(7-28-060)(cos)

      Official wording (code 64)

      Miscellaneous / public health orders

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on duty while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (chicken,mashed potato,green beans,cole slaw)mut be on duty at all times. Manager arrived on site after inspection was conducted at 11:38 a.m.(priority foundation 7-38-012)(citation issued)(cos)

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  10. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    8 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Must label food storage containers when food is not in original package.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed an appx."1/2-3/4" gap along bottom of rear door.must make door tight fitting.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace worn door gasket on small reach in freezer.must remove rust from walk in cooler shelving units.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean grease and food debris build up from pipes and interior parts of cooking equipment,prep coolers and freezers,prep tables.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace leaky compressor in walk in cooler.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a back flow device on ice machine to be seen for servicing.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must remove tape from around pipes in ceilings throughout.must repair or replace stained and damaged ceiling tiles,missing and damaged floor tiles throughout premises.must grout floor where needed.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must replace burnt out light in walk in cooler.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food handlers training for employees.must provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  11. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Found a minimal amount of pink substance on panel of ice machine. Must clean sanitize nd maintain.

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found floor between women's washroom and men's washroom filled with standing water. Must remove standing water, clean sanitize and maintain said area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  12. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food debris and grease accumulation on the floor in the prep and dish washing area. Instructed to clean and maintain

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed maintenance tools such as brooms, mops and dustpans stored on the floor in the rear dish washing area. Instructed to properly store 6 inches or more from the floor and maintain

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  13. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    3 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: No written employee health policy on site. Must provide written employee health policy, with signatures, for review at next canvass inspection. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012(a). No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: No clean up of vomiting and diarrheal events procedure provided. Must provide for next canvass inspection. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Found time/temperature control for safety foods at improper temperatures. Found approximately 44lbs of chicken ranging in temperature of 44.3f - 47.1f. Instructed all time temperature controlled for safety foods must be held @ 41f or less at all times. Operator voluntarily discarded denatured chicken during inspection, valued at $30. Priority violation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed bottom left corner of (rear) walk in cooler door in disrepair. door sweep is damaged on left side. Instructed must repair and maintain same.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Advised must provide proof of allergen training.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  14. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Must repair broken door gasket on 2-door freezer adjacent to rear exit door.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean dried food debris from interior contact surface of prep freezer. Clean dust from storage racks behind front counter.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean dried food debris from floor drains throughout prep area. Also, repair detached metal floor trim adjacent to the 3-comp sink in rear.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean unknown debris from light shields in prep area.

  15. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 25 live small flies on walls in the dry storage area in rear. Instructed to remove flies. Clean and sanitize affected area. Contact pest control provider for service. Serious violation 7-38-020

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Must repair broken door gasket on 2-door freezer adjacent to rear exit door.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean dried food debris from interior contact surface of prep freezer. Clean dust from storage racks behind front counter.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean dried food debris from floor drains throughout prep area. Also, repair detached metal floor trim adjacent to the 3-comp sink in rear.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean unknown debris from light shields in prep area.

  16. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Prep cooler not maintaining proper temperature 60.1f instructed manager to repair. Cooler must maintain 40f or below. Cooler is tagged held for inspection and must be not be used until reinspected by chicago department of health. Critical violation 7-38-005a

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Inspector’s note: Observed 8 large containers of coleslaw and 7 small containers of coleslaw stored in prep cooler at improper temperature 56.3f. Instructed manager to discard approximately 20lbs and $50. All cold food must maintain 40f or below during inspection. Critical violation 7-38-005a

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: No chicago food sanitation manager on duty or valid certificate posted when potentially hazardous food(chicken 165.8f)prepared and served. A certified manager must be on site and certificate posted at all times potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served. Serious violation 7-38-012a

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas. Grout loose floor tiles in prep, dishwashing and storage areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Replace damaged light sheilds and provide adequate light shields above 3-compartment sink and exposed sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Repair leaking faucets on 3-compartment sink.

  17. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: Must properly store serving utensils with handle away from food to prevent contact/contamination.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean/sanitize food contact surfaces in prep area and shelves at rear across from 3-comp sink. Clean exterior of equipment in prep/cooking area of encrusted batter build up.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean floors throughout and in walk-in cooler.

  18. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Noted water stained ceiling tiles in the dining area. Must replace and maintain.

  19. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    No violations

  20. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    No violations

  21. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed the exposed hand sink not working properly. Found no cold running water at this time. Must repair and maintain cold running water at the exposed hand sink at all times for proper hand washing. Citation issued #7-38-030

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

      Inspector’s note: Premises manually bottle and cap 1/2 gal jugs of ice tea and lemonade for customer to purchase. Instructed manager to cease process and apply for proper approval from the health dept. Citation issued #7-38-005(a)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning and repairing around the 3 compartment sink and in the prep area to remove spills and debris. Noted water standing in broken floor tiles in the rear.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Noted burnt out light inside the walk in cooler. Must replace and maintain.

  22. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Observed the following not clean: interior of un-used undercounter cooler, chicken prep station, and interior of upright freezer, instructed to clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Observed grease in the floor drain under fryer front, instructed to remove grease and clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Observed water damaged ceiling tiles thru-out, instructed to replace.also need to clean inside all ceiling light shields.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing light shield in dish area, need to provide.also replace broken light shield in prep area.

  23. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the following: all cooking equipment, soda dispensors, interior of ice machine and stoage shelves. Must remove all grease and food spills. Correct and maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Floors through out in need of cleaning to remove all food spills. Must clean and maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Lights in walk in cooler and above 3 comptment sink in need of shielding with tubes and end caps. Must correct and maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Both faucets on 3 compartment sink leaking. Must correct and maintain at all times. Old drain line from freezer must be removed. Correct and maintain.

  24. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Interior panel of ice machine with calcium buil-up. Instd to clean same. Door hinges of reach-in freezer in poor repair. Repair same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Clutter in storage closet. Instd to remove any unnecessary articles and organize area.

  25. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    No violations

  26. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. INTERIOR UPPER PANEL OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN. MUST CLEAN

  27. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIORS & EXTERIORS OF THE FRYER STATION, HOT HOLDING AREAS FOR COOKED CHICKEN & SIDE ITEMS, REACH-IN FREEZER IN SAME AREA, OVEN, CABINETS, SHELVES IN REAR, WALK-IN FREEZER AND ALL OTHER UNCLEAN SURFACES THROUGHOUT.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASES, IN CORNERS AND BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT i.e. HOT WATER TANK IN REAR AND FRYER STATION).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REMOVE ALL CHIPPING PAINT FROM WALLS IN REAR & PAINT SAME. CLEAN ALL WALLS & CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED, EXTERIOR DOORS & WALLS TO WALK-IN COOLER & FREEZER & PAINT ALL AREAS NO LONGER EASILY CLEANABLE. CLEAN ALL UNCLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE ALL MISSING END CAPS ON LIGHT SHIELDS IN WALK-IN COOLER

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. REPAIR BROKEN VENTILATION FAN IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. ELIMINATE CLUTTER IN SMALL STORAGE AREA IN OFFICE AREA

  28. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIORS & EXTERIORS OF THE FRYER STATION, HOT HOLDING AREAS FOR COOKED CHICKEN & SIDE ITEMS, REACH-IN FREEZER IN SAME AREA, OVEN, CABINETS, SHELVES IN REAR, WALK-IN FREEZER AND ALL OTHER UNCLEAN SURFACES THROUGHOUT.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: : The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASES, IN CORNERS AND BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT i.e. HOT WATER TANK IN REAR AND FRYER STATION).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REMOVE ALL CHIPPING PAINT FROM WALLS IN REAR & PAINT SAME. CLEAN ALL WALLS & CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED, EXTERIOR DOORS & WALLS TO WALK-IN COOLER & FREEZER & PAINT ALL AREAS NO LONGER EASILY CLEANABLE. CLEAN ALL UNCLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. REPAIR BROKEN VENTILATION FAN IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. ELIMINATE CLUTTER IN SMALL STORAGE AREA IN OFFICE AREA

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 5 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.