Dunkin Donuts
5454 S State St, Chicago, IL 60609
Restaurant ZIP 60609 Risk 2 (Medium)
Passed · as of Sep 23, 2026
Dunkin Donuts was last inspected on September 23, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations, including signs of pests.
Latest inspection
September 23, 2026 · Complaint
Result: Pass
2 general-
GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Front door is not closing completely, instructed to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Upper interior panel of ice maker not clean, noted a pink film forming, instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspection history
23 inspections on record
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
5 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: 4-204.112(b) unable to locate thermometers inside cooling units located in front prep area. Instructed to provide
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-201.11 observed internal lid of ice machine in disrepair and falling into prepared ice. Instructed to repair and maintain equipment in good condition.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: 5-203.13 instructed to install dump sink/service sink in front prep area for disposing of excess waste of (coffee, slushee, smoothies) while open and operating
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.13 observed dried food debris on floors behind all heavy equipment in rear prep area. Instructed to 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: 6-501.12 observed equipment in front prep area with excessive amounts of dried food debris on surfaces of donut casing and storage racks. Noted spills and splatter on stored syrups, on working ingredient containers located next to drink mixing equipment and walls throughout front and rear prep area prep. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed no food handlers' certificates on site during inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain on site for review.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
6 general2 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Unable to locate thermometers inside cooling units located in front prep area. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 45 small and large black live flies flying throughout front and rear prep areas , standing on donut racks located on display cases, on prep tables, cardboard boxes, and exterior surfaces of coffee syrups and mixer. Recommended to contact pest control for additional service. Clean and sanitize effected areas. Must eliminate pest activity on premise. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-020 (a). Citation issued
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed internal lid of ice machine in disrepair and falling into prepared ice . Instructed to repair and maintain equipment in good condition.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Instructed to install dump sink/service sink in front prep area for disposing of excess waste of (coffee, slushee , smoothies) while open and operating.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed dried food debris on floors behind all heavy equipment in rear prep area. Instructed to 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 equipment in front prep area with excessive amounts of dried food debris on surfaces of donut casing and storage racks. Noted spills and splatter on stored syrups, on working ingredient containers located next to drink mixing equipment and walls throughout front and rear prep area prep. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago certified food manager on site during time of inspection with valid original certificate while preparing and serving milk, eggs, sausage. Instructed to provide and maintain while open and operating. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-012. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed no food handlers certificates on site during inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain on site for review.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-201.13 observed a few stained ceiling tiles in the customer area. Must repair or replace stained ceiling tiles.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
1 critical8 general Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed excessive pink slimy substance build up on inside interior panel of large ice machine and dripping onto ice for human consumption.must remove build up, clean, and sanitize. Priority foundation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed ~ 50 bees in the front and rear prep area near the thru window and hot prep area and ~30-40 ants on the front counter. Instructed the person in charge to contact pest control for proper abatement before re-inspection. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Noted use of milk crates for elevation at the kitchen area, dishwashing area, and dry storage area. Instructed not to use milk crates for elevation to prevent hiding places for pest. Must provides appropriate shelving for storage. All food items must also be stored 6" away from the wall
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Noted ice build-up inside the walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer on the floor and shelves. Instructed to repair and maintain the condensation units.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: No covered receptacles in all-gender employee toilet room. Must provide toilet room receptacle with cover for sanitary napkins.
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 dirt and oil buildup around outside dumpsters. Instructed to clean and maintain to prevent attracting the bees and other pest.
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: Noted clutter of cardboard boxes and other unused items on floors in the back area and under the racks .must elevate all items to allow cleaning and remove all unnecessary items.
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 dirt build-up and food residues on the floor throughout the premises. Instructed person in charge to detail clean food debris and build up from floors throughout premises 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 few stained ceiling tiles in the customer area. Must repair or replace stained ceiling tiles.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed milk stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. Instructed manager to store all food items a least six inches from the floor on shelving units.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed bulk container of sugar not properly identified with common name. Instructed person in charge to label all bulk containers with common name for ease of identification.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed spillage and debris on walls in rear prep area across from hot prep and on vents. Observed build up of debris on floors under tables and equipment. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed bulk container of sugar not properly identified with common name. Instructed person in charge to label all bulk containers with common name for ease of identification.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 10-12 large flies and 5 bees in front and rear prep area near drive thru window and hot prep area. Instructed person in charge to contact pest control for proper abatement prior to re-inspection. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed spillage and debris on walls in rear prep area across from hot prep and on vents. Observed build up of debris on floors under tables and equipment. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Miscellaneous public health order.
Inspector’s note: Observed 3- female employees two at drive thru with mask off and hanging on ear as they take & give orders at window and other one had mask under chin while in restaurant.must wear face coverings to cover mouth and nose at all times.(cos)(citation issued 7-28-060)
Official wording (code 64)
Miscellaneous / public health orders
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Must provide covered receptacle in rest room used by female employees.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
2 critical4 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 paper towels at hand sink in dish washing area. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Noted clogged hand wash sink(water not draining at all)at rear prep area. Must be maintained at all times. Premises has additional hand sinks. Priority violation 7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloths laying on counter tops not properly stored when not in use. Must properly store in chemical sanitizing solution.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean/sanitize counter tops around and under equipment at front service counter and exterior of heavy equipment in prep area.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Must provide covered receptacle in rest room used by female employees.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Clean floor behind front service counter of spills and debris.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: Found no employee heath policy on site at time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-01
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed rubber gasket seal on the refrigerator below the espresso machine broken. Instructed to replace and maintain
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed expired food handler training certificates for employees. Instructed to provide current food handler training certificates and maintain
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: Found no employee heath policy on site at time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed rubber gasket seal on the refrigerator below the espresso machine broken. Instructed to replace and maintain
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed expired food handler training certificates for employees. Instructed to provide current food handler training certificates and maintain
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
3 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 excessive dirt build up in floor drain in rear prep area, under 3 compartment sink. Must detail clean and sanitize. Must maintain same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector’s note: Observed restroom door in rear of prep area without self closing device. Must install self closing device for restroom door. Must maintain same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed hot chocolate machine not in use in stored on floor in rear prep area. Must remove to prevent pest harborage.
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Observed the following potentially hazardous foods at improper temperatures in the hot holding unit: egg omelettes @ 133.3F; sausage patties @ 129.0F; Chicken @ 123.8F; and hash brown potates @ 104.2F. Found eggs in the prep cooler @ 60.6F. Instructed all potentially hazardous foods must be held @ 40F or less or 140F or more at all times. Operator voluntarily discarded denatured foods during inspection. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).
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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 excessive dirt build up in floor drain in rear prep area, under 3 compartment sink. Must detail clean and sanitize. Must maintain same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector’s note: Observed restroom door in rear of prep area without self closing device. Must install self closing device for restroom door. Must maintain same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed hot chocolate machine not in use in stored on floor in rear prep area. Must remove to prevent pest harborage.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · 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
Inspector’s note: Must detail cleans dried food and debris from floors under and behind heavy equipment throughout front and rear prep areas, walk in cooler & freezer, and staff toilet room.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
5 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 front door not rodent proofed, 1/4" gap at bottom of door. Instructed to install threshold to prevent rodent entry. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified manager on site during inspection while potentially hazardous foods; deli meats, eggs, and sausage, are being prepared or served. Instructed to have a certified manager on site at all times while potentially hazardous foods are being prepared or served. Serious violation 7-38-012
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must clean dirt and debris from interior contact surface of mop sink in rear. Also, clean food debris from contact surfaces in front prep 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: Must detail cleans dried food and debris from floors under and behind heavy equipment throughout front and rear prep areas, walk in cooler & freezer, and staff toilet room.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must remove or organize clutter in rear store area around. Elevate items 6" off floor to prevent rodent harborage.
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
No violations
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector’s note: Observed only employee/food handler on premises working drive thru window, handling cash touching register, preparing drinks, touching lids and serving customers never washing hands. Instructed on proper hand washing. Critical violation 7-38-010(a)issued.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: No city certified food manager on premises while potentially hazardous food (breakfast sandwiches, espresso, coffee and burritos)are prepared and served. City certified food manager with valid certificate must be on premises while potentially hazardous foods are being prepared and served. Serious violation 7-38-012 issued.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Remove small glass fragments, detail clean/sanitize display case at bottom and front service counters of any glass fragments.
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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 floors behind front service counter of food debris, and in customer service area of glass. Clean floor in walk-in cooler/freezer.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Remove clutter at back door in the form of cardboard boxes.
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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Not Ready
License · Not Ready
No violations
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