Pass

McDonalds

4546 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60625

Restaurant ZIP 60625 Risk 2 (Medium)

Passed · as of Oct 8, 2026

McDonalds was last inspected on October 8, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.

Latest inspection

October 8, 2026 · Complaint

Pass

Result: Pass

No violations

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

Inspection history

22 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed water leak at base of faucet at the 3-compartment sink.instructed to repair plumbing leak and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed slow draining hand sink at rear prep area.instructed to repair plumbing issue and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  2. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the prep line cooler #3 in the food prep area with an air temperature of 60.0f. No tcs foods were found in said cooler at this time of inspection. Instructed manager all cold holding units must maintain cold holding temperature of 41.0f or colder at all times. Instructed to repair and maintain.the prep line cooler #3 is tagged "held for inspection" at this time. Instructed not to use until repaired.priority violation 7-38-005.(see comments).

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed water leak at base of faucet at the 3-compartment sink.instructed to repair plumbing leak and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Must provide lid/cover for the waste receptacle inside the women washroom and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

  3. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  4. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed that employee wore watches and bracelets and rings on hands while working with food.must remove all jewelry except plain wedding band from hands while working with exposed food

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

  5. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand sink in rear ware washing area of facility. Facility must obtain and install a hand sink under city water pressure and maintain. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c). No citation issues

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperatures of 2- pans of approximately 1 lbs of sliced tomatoes 49.f inside of prep storage.product was discarded by manager.must have cold holding foods at 41.0 f or below.(priority 7-38-005) no citation issued

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed that pest control log book is missing required information.missing record of visits, missing copy of service ticket with correct address. Information in log book is for 5041 n kedzie. Priority foundation violation. 7-38.020 (c)no citation issued

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed that employee wore watches and bracelets and rings on hands while working with food.must remove all jewelry except plain wedding band from hands while working with exposed food

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Backflow prevention devices not located at ice machine and coffee machine. Must install so backflow prevention devices or air gap between the water supply inlet and the unit so it may be located to be serviced and maintained

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler's training certification from employee. Instructed that all employee's must comply with food handler's training in accordance with the food handling regulation enforcement act.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  6. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no clean-up of vomiting and diarrhea procedure and clean-up kit on premises during inspection. Instructed to have said procedure along with required equipment for clean-up. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued. 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand sink in rear ware washing area of facility. Facility must obtain and install a hand sink under city water pressure and maintain. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c). No citation issues

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Backflow prevention devices not located at ice machine . Must install backflow prevention devices or air gap between the water supply inlet and the unit so it may be located to be serviced and maintained

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  7. Conditional

    Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no clean-up of vomiting and diarrhea procedure and clean-up kit on premises during inspection. Instructed to have said procedure along with required equipment for clean-up. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued. 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand sink in rear ware washing area of facility. Facility must obtain and install a hand sink under city water pressure and maintain. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c). No citation issues

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Backflow prevention devices not located at ice machine . Must install backflow prevention devices or air gap between the water supply inlet and the unit so it may be located to be serviced and maintained

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  8. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no clean-up of vomiting and diarrhea procedure and clean-up kit on premises during inspection. Instructed to have said procedure along with required equipment for clean-up. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued. 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand sink in rear ware washing area of facility. Facility must obtain and install a hand sink under city water pressure and maintain. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c). No citation issues

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed small accumulation of ice under freezer door. Must repair and maintain

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Backflow prevention devices not located at ice machine . Must install backflow prevention devices or air gap between the water supply inlet and the unit so it may be located to be serviced and maintained.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: OBSERVED THAT OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER IS NOT PROPERLY COVERED DUE TO BROKEN LID. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(b) CITATION ISSUED

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

  9. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Found 4 containers with wrapped plastic utensils and pre packaged condiments stored on top of the garbage receptacle outdoor. Also dust coming from the little gap not taped all the way of the plastic sheet to cover the prep area and taylor machine. Instructed manager that all food and utensils must be protected inside the restaurant. Manager voluntarily removed all 4 containers stored on top of te garbage receptacles and taped the plastic sheet all the way thru on the walls to cover the prep area and taylor machine during inspection. Serious violation 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: Must detail clean the floor under and behind all cooking equipment and cooler and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Broken/cracked solid light shield inside the walk in freezer. Must replace and maintain.

  10. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  11. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Previous serious violation not corrected from inspection report#2065210 dated:06/29/2017. 19-observed outside garbage dumpster not maintained,lids to dumpster are damaged and not rodent-proofed,approximately 4 inch holes on lids of said dumpster.instructed to notify the garbage disposal company and maintain.7/6/2017.critical violation 7-42-090.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: See above critical violation #14.

  12. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

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

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: Observed outside garbage dumpster not maintained,lids to dumpster are damaged and not rodent-proofed,approximately 4 inch holes on lids of said dumpster.instructed to notify the garbage disposal company and maintain.serious violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: No certified food manager on duty with a valid city of chicago sanitation certificate while potentially hazardous foods are being prepared and served- sausage 156.8f.instructed that a certified food manager must be present at all times while potentially hazardous foods are being prepared or served. Serious violation 7-38-012.

  13. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Observed broken thermometer in the walk-in cooler. Must replace and maintain.

  14. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Floor prep and storage areas along wall base not clean. Instructed to detail clean daily and keep areas clean and dry.

  15. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Interior ice machine parts not clean. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize frequently.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floor in dining room and along wall base in storage area not clean. Instructed to detail clean daily and keep areas clean and dry.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Thermometer broken inside dairy cooler. Instructed to replace non-working thermometer.

  16. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Interior ice machine parts not clean. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize frequently.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floor in dining room and along wall base in storage area not clean. Instructed to detail clean daily and keep areas clean and dry.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Thermometer broken inside daily cooler. Instructed to replace non-working thermometer.

  17. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Debris/food debris on equipment; instructed to clean/sanitize mop sinks, storage unit at rear dish washing area and upper panel of ice machine.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Debris and dust build-up on floors and floor drain under the 3 compartment sink; instructed to detail clean floors, under, behind equipment at storage area and closets and clean/sanitize floor drains to prevent pest.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Dust and debris on light lights thru-out dish washing area and storage area; instructed to clean and maintain.

  18. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

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

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

      Inspector’s note: No certified food manager on site while preparing and serving potentially hazardous foods such as scramled egg, sausage, steak, milkshake etc. X4 city of chicago certificate posted on the wall but none of the said person are on site. Manager called one of the manager who took the sanitation class and passed the test. Jose arrived on site at 9:30am. Citation issued serious 7-38-012.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: One of the two hand dryer was broken in the mens washroom. Must repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean and sanitize the interior of the ice maker above the soda machine and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Water on the floor on the hallway going to the exit door. Instructed manager to dry the floor and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide missing visible thermometer inside the walk in cooler and walk in freezer.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

      Inspector’s note: Must store ice scoop in a separate container not on the the top of the ice and not on the side of the ice machine. All employees in the food prep area and handling food must wear a hair restraint to confine hair.

  19. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; GRILLS FRYERS, MICROWAVE OVENS, UPPER PANEL OF ICE MACHINE AND STORAGE SHELVES INSIDE CLOSETS.

    • 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. MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR REAR PREP AREA EXPOSED SINK FAUCET.

  20. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

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

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.//VIOLATION REMAINING FROM 4/15/2010 SEE REPORT # 80272

    • 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.//VIOLATION REMAINING FROM 4-15-2010 SEE REPORT # 80272

    • 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.//FLOORS UNDER & AROUND STOCK NEED CLEANING

  21. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    6 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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. REAR DOOR BOTTOM RIGHT HAS A GAP 1/4 INCH GAP NEEDS TO BE RODENT PROOF AND INSECT PROOF.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO ONE ON PREMISE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. NO LABLES ON FOOD ITEMS IN THE WALK IN AND ON DISPLAY IN FRONT COUNTER PREP AREA. NO TIME.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. RAW WOODED SHELVES IN THE CLOSET FOR PAPER GOODS

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS SHELVES NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

      Inspector’s note: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER HANDING FOOD ITEMS WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. MANGERS ARE NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS.

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