Mc DONALDS
8415 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60652
Restaurant ZIP 60652 Risk 2 (Medium)
Passed · as of Oct 9, 2025
Mc DONALDS was last inspected on October 9, 2025 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations.
Latest inspection
October 9, 2025 · Canvass
Result: Pass
2 general-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed floor drains throughout the facility in need of a detailed cleaning. Instructed to clean all as a means of preventing possible insect activity.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the floor under the beverage area in the front service area with a build up of dirt, spillage and small debris. Instructed to clean and maintain area.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspection history
21 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Excessive ice accumulation inside walk in freezer on door frames. Instd to remove excessive ice and maintain
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: Observed procedure posted for vomiting and diarrheal events. However no necessary supplies provided. Instructed to provide all necessary items including dispoable gloves, face mask, disposable mop and appropriate sanitizer for norovirus. Priority foundation.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed person in charge with no valid city of chicago food sanitation certificate posted when ( tcs) foods are prepared, served,( eggs, etc). Priority foundation issued
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed damaged light shields in walk-in freezer. Instructed to replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed damaged light shields in walk-in freezer. Instructed to replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
Short Form Complaint · Fail
2 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water(69f) at front hand washing sink and no running water at rear hand washing sink. Instructed manager to provide a minimum of 100f water at hand washing sink at all times for proper hand washing. Priority citation issued 7-38-030(c)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signs at hand washing sinks in washroom. Instructed manager to provide hand washing signs at all hand washing sinks used by employees.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed missing vent cover above 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed damaged light shields in walk-in freezer. Instructed to replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous core violation not corrected from report #2279223 on 3-12-19:55-observed missing ceiling tile in the back storage area also a hole in the ceilingtile above the frontcounter drink area. Instructed to replace and maintain. Priority foundation citation issued 7-42-090
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed non food contact surfaces of equipment (deep fryer, warmer, oven, etc. Encased in grease and food debris. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed missing ceiling tile in the back storage area. Also, a hole in the the ceiling tile above the front counter drink are. Instructed to replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed the front coffee station counter, and the drive thru milk dispenser (drip tray) not clean, instructed to clean.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Observed the floor under the lobby soda machine not clean, instructed to clean.
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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 in the following area above the ice machine rear, lobby front west window, and at front soda machine. Also clean the wall of windows/sils on the west/north west side of the lobby.
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
4 general Show violations
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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 around 40 live small flies around the west/north west windows, and sills. Instructed to have pest control return for additional service. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed the interior cabinet under self service soda machine not clean, instructed to clean. Also clean interior of under counter freezer/cooler in food prep area, prep tables/storage tables, and the (uhc) storage rack.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Observed floor drains not clean in rear laundry area, and standing water on floor under and around bag-n-box storage units, instructed to clean/remove standing water
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Observed the light shields not clean, instructed to clean all.also remove all water damaged ceiling tiles in the following areas, above the ice machine rear, lobby front west window,and in front soda machine. Clean wall behind the rear grill/(uhc) unit. Also clean the wall of windows/sills on the west/north west side of the lobby.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Obthe interior of the fryer doors not clean, instructed to clean.served
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Observed the floors thru out not clean, under and around all equipment, instructed to clean.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed the hot water leaking at the rear 3 compartment sink, instructed to repair. Also repair rear handsink leaking at p-trap.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed clutter in rear storage area closet, rear bun area, and crew room, instructed to organize, and remove items not being used.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Observed training records not maintained, given list from 7/11/2014, which has expired, instructed to update and maintain.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed front drip trays not clean orange juice, and coffee prep atation, instructed to clean. Also clean syrup pumps front coffee section.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed the sprayer, nozzle, leaking at 3 compartment sink, and mop sink, instructed to repair.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler certificates on premises at this time, given copy of idph's food handler info. At this time.instructed to provide.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector’s note: All food handlers must wear a hair restraint.
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Fail
Short Form Complaint · Fail
1 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector’s note: Found the rear exposed hand washing sink in poor repair, clogged-it does not drain. Instructed to fix and maintain sink. Critical violation 7-38-030
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector’s note: All food handlers must wear a hair restraint.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Found no cover for the ice bin in the front area by the beverage station. Instructed to provide and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Found the interior of the deep fryers in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Found floors in the corners and under/around all heavy equipment not clean. Instructed to clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Found the sprayer on the 3-compartment sink in poor repair, leaking heavily from the top and base of it. Instructed to repair or replace and to maintain plumbing.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Found wash cloths not properly stored, instructed to properly store in sanitizing solution when not in use.
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Vent covers removed need to replace thru-out.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean floor under side fryers/box freezer.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Hand sink rear prep area leaking at handle need to replace.
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
3 general Show violations
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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.NEED TO CLEAN CABINETS UNDER THE SODA COUNTER FRONT, CLEAN INTERIOR OF THE UNDER COUNTER FREEZER IN REAR PREP, ALSO REAR FRYER AREA.
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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.REMOVE STANDING WATER FRON 1ST. DRIVE THRU WINDOW UNDER SODA MACHINE.
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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.CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR OUTSIDE OFFICE DOOR.
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
2 general Show violations
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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.NEED TO CLEAN DRIP TRAY FRONT MILK DISPENSOR, COFFEE STATION.
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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.OBSERVED TWO LIGHT SHIELDS CRACKED INSTRUCTED TO CHANGE FRONT DRIVE THRU, AND REAR PREP AREA.
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: The following in need of cleaning: drink dispensors, cooking equipment and cabinet the houses drink machines to remove all food and drink splatters. Must clean and maintain at all times.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors under and around 3 compartment sink in need of cleaning to remove build up. Must clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Wall in corner by drink station has a large crack. Must fill and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Sprayer at the 3 compartment sink in poor repair. Must correct and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Clutter in storage room in need of organizing. Must remove all uneccessary items and maintain.
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
5 general Show violations
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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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: DRINK DISPENSORS, COOKING EQUIPMENT AND CABINET THE HOUSES DRINK MACHINES TO REMOVE ALL FOOD AND DRINK SPLATTERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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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 AND AROUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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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. Use dustless cleaning methods. WALL IN CORNER BY DRINK STATION HAS A LARGE CRACK. MUST FILL AND MAINTAIN.
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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. 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. SPRAYER AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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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. Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. CLUTTER IN STORAGE ROOM IN NEED OF ORGANIZING. MUST REMOVE ALL UNECCESSARY ITEMS AND MAINTAIN.
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