Fail

Family Dollar

6349 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60637

Grocery Store ZIP 60637 Risk 3 (Low)

Failed · as of Oct 27, 2026

Family Dollar was last inspected on October 27, 2026 with a result of “Fail”. Inspectors found 3 violations, including signs of pests.

Latest inspection

October 27, 2026 · Complaint

Fail

Result: Fail

3 general
  • GeneralPests

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

    Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of rodent activity on the premises. Observed approximately 30 rat droppings on the second-floor storage area. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings from all affected areas. Advised manager to have additional pest control service to eliminate the pest activity. Priority foundation #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

    Official wording (code 38)

    Insects, rodents, & animals not present

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

    Inspector’s note: Observed outside dumpster with lids not closed due to trash overflowing. Instructed to correct and maintain to ensure tight fitting lids. Priority foundation violation #7-38-020(b). Citation issued.

    Official wording (code 54)

    Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed an excessive number of boxes and trash on floor in rear storage area. Instructed manager to remove all unused articles and equipment to prevent pest harborage.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspection history

8 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed storage racks containing tcs foods and beverages inside cooling units throughout with accululated mold like and dirt buildup and food spills inside reach in doors. Instructed to clean and maintain equipment.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed all plumbing fixtures in both men and women toilet rooms in need of cleaning. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed large cardboard box used as receptacle in womens toilet room. Instructed to discontinue use and provide receptable with lid as required.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed outside receptacles enclosed area in need of cleaning.instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed trash, dirt, food items and miscellanues underneath all shelving racks throughout premise, office and entrance way of stock room near mop sink and toilet rooms. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed products stored improperly throughout stock room. Instructed to provide smooth and easily cleanable equipment to store at least 6 inches off floor, remove any usued items stored throughout 2nd floor level to prevent hiding space for pest. Must maintain premise.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  2. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical6 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no procedures and supplies for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed manager to provide clean up policy and supplies. Priority foundation 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in storage areas. Instructed manager to elevate all items six inches off floor to prevet contamination.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated dust builduup on shelving units in sales, storage, and front counter areas. Instructed annger to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in women washroom. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated dust, dirt, and debris on floors in water pump room, rear storage, second floor storage and closet areas. Instructed manager to clean all floors under all equipment, along walls and corners, in all areas.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed unused articles and equipment in storage areas. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items to prevent pest harborage.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing and stained ceiling tiles in sales and storage areas. Instructed manager to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  3. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    No violations

  4. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · 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 detail clean shelves on sales floor as needed and remove spills. Must detail clean toilets and sinks in washrooms.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean floors under shelves throughout sales floor,throughout the 2nd floor, in washrooms and in rear stock area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must remove stained ceiling tiles throughout premises.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must remove extreme clutter from rear storage areas. Must properly store all stock items on shelves 6 inches off the floor and away from walls.

  5. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    7 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: Noted evidence of insects on site and outer openings not protected. Noted approximately 1/4 inch gaps along the bottom and between the front entrance doors. Also noted an approximately 1/4 inch gap along the bottom of the exit door in the 1st floor storage room. Must repair doors and make completely insect and rodent proof. Also noted 3 large flies on the sales floor and in the storage room, approximately 10 live small flies in the mop sink and approximately 25 live ants crawling on top of garbage left on the floor in the womens washroom. Must remove insects, sanitize affected areas and have the pest control company service areas. Serious citation issued 7-38-020

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Outside garbage area not properly maintained. Noted garbage overflowing from the small outside garbage receptacle preventing the proper closure of the lid. Also noted the large outside garbage receptacle with all the lids open and the frame bent preventing the proper closure. Must remove all excessive garbage and close the lid at the small garbage receptacle. Also repair the bent frame and lids at the large receptacle and properly close. Serious citation issued 7-38-020

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed

      Inspector’s note: Washrooms on site not properly maintained. Noted the toilet in the mens washroom clogged with feces inside and not properly flushing. Must repair. Also noted toilets,sinks,walls and floors not clean and properly maintained . Noted visible waste, dirt and grime on sinks, urinals and toilets in the mens and womens wash rooms. Also noted walls and doors with excessive dirt and debris. Also noted the waste basket in the mens washroom full and noted garbage on the floor in the womens wash room with ants crawling on top and soiled toilet paper on the floors in several stalls. Must repair plumbing,dispose of garbage and clean all sinks, toilets, the urinal, the walls and floors as required. Serious citation issued 7-38-030

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean shelves on sales floor as needed and remove spills. Must detail clean toilets and sinks in washrooms.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean floors under shelves throughout sales floor,throughout the 2nd floor, in washrooms and in rear stock area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must remove stained ceiling tiles throughout premises.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must remove extreme clutter from rear storage areas. Must properly store all stock items on shelves 6 inches off the floor and away from walls.

  6. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Must seal small openings along the bottom of the front entrance and the rear exit doors.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean shelves on sales floor as needed and remove spills. Must detail clean toilets and sinks in washrooms.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean floors under shelves throughout sales floor,throughout the 2nd floor, in washrooms and in rear stock area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must remove stained ceiling tiles throughout premises.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must remove extreme clutter from rear storage areas. Must properly store all stock items on shelves 6 inches off the floor and away from walls.

  7. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Must seal small openings along the bottom of the front entrance and the rear exit doors.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean shelves on sales floor as needed and remove spills. Must detail clean toilets and sinks in washrooms.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean floors under shelves throughout sales floor,throughout the 2nd floor, in washrooms and in rear stock area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must remove stained ceiling tiles throughout premises.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must remove extreme clutter from rear storage areas. Must properly store all stock items on shelves 6 inches off the floor and away from walls.

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