Dollar Tree
4609 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
Grocery Store ZIP 60609 Risk 3 (Low)
Passed · as of Apr 1, 2026
Dollar Tree was last inspected on April 1, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
April 1, 2026 · Complaint Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
No violationsNo violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
5 inspections on record
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
1 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalFood source
Food was spoiled, contaminated, or unsafe.
Inspector’s note: Adulterated food offered for sale, found several bags and boxes of flour, pie crusts, potato chips and cookies with chewed edges and rodent naugding on several food items, also Rat droppings noted on top of food cans and bags that are offered for sale, instructed manager to keep all food protected and wholesome. Priority violation. 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 13)
Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Found evidence of rodent's activity around food shelves, about 20 rat dropping found behind and between food boxes and bags in food isles. Instructed to eliminate rodents activity in all affected areas, clean and sanitize all food shelves, pest control service recommended. Priority foundation 7-38-020(A)
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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Conditional
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical6 general Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: No vomit and diarrhea clean up kit or procedure on site. Instructed to obtain and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed toilet and sink with accumulation of debris. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed garbage, empty bottles, etc on the ground in the garbage dumpster area and behind the rear exit door to the facility. Instructed to clean and maintain
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed a hole behind the door, broken toilet paper holder and missing support post on the sink in both toilet rooms. Observed peeling paint in the customer toilet room. Instructed to repair and maintain
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed missing and damaged tiles in the rear storage area. Instructed to replace and maintain
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed debris on the floors in the back storage area and under the candy shelves. Instructed to clean 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 both toilet room ventilation covers with accumulation of dust. Instructed to clean and maintain
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
1 critical9 general Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: No vomit and diarrhea clean up kit or procedure on site. Instructed to obtain and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 200 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE 2 REAR STORAGE AREAS AND APPROXIMATELY 100 MICE DROPPINGS ON THE BOTTOM SHELF UNDERNEATH THE CHIPS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(a)
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed an approximate 2 inch gap on the right side of the rear exit door and a 1 1/2" gap on the center bottom half of the front entrance door. Instructed to provide a tight fitting seal to prevent rodent activity.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed toilet and sink with accumulation of debris. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed garbage, empty bottles, etc on the ground in the garbage dumpster area and behind the rear exit door to the facility. Instructed to clean and maintain
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed missing and damaged tiles in the rear storage area. Instructed to replace and maintain
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the floors(including under all shelving) and the shelves throughout the facility with debris(including broken glass in back storage area and water fountain area) and dust accumulation. Instructed to clean and maintain
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed unnecessary items such as open damaged can goods, empty bottles, maintenance equipment, garbage bags, card board boxes, etc. In the back storage area, utility area, and the water fountain drinking area. Instructed to organize, clean and maintain
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed a hole behind the door, broken toilet paper holder and missing support post on the sink in both toilet rooms. Observed peeling paint in the customer toilet room. Instructed to repair 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 both toilet room ventilation covers with accumulation of dust. Instructed to clean and maintain
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 7 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.