KFC

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Mar 26, 2026 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

   1 critical1 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Hand wash sink exceeding maximum temperature, Main prep area hand wash sink water temperature is at 124f, unable to wash hands properly, only one hot knob for faucet unable to mix cold with hot, instructed manager to provide water temp between 100-120f. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c).

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Oil spills and food debris noted behind cook line and drive through station. Instructed to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

2. Oct 29, 2025 Pass

   Short Form Complaint · Pass

   2 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: The exterior/interior surfaces of hot holding units need cleaning, clean food storage racks inside of walk-in cooler.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean floors and walls around under and behind kitchen equipment. Instructed to clean the ceiling vents and tiles in kitchen to remove dust and rust spots. Instructed to clean ceiling vents in the washrooms to remove dust. Instructed to clean the pipes along the wall behind the cooking equipment to remove grease. Instructed to clean the interior door of the walk-in cooler.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

3. Oct 6, 2025 Pass

   Complaint · Pass

   2 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: The exterior/interior surfaces of hot holding units need cleaning, clean food storage racks inside of walk-in cooler.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean floors and walls around under and behind kitchen equipment. Instructed to clean the ceiling vents and tiles in kitchen to remove dust and rust spots. Instructed to clean ceiling vents in the washrooms to remove dust. Instructed to clean the pipes along the wall behind the cooking equipment to remove grease. Instructed to clean the interior door of the walk-in cooler.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

4. Feb 5, 2025 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

5. Jan 28, 2025 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   1 critical5 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed rear prep area hand sink knee one petal with hot running water temperature at 159.6f above maximum of 120.0f .must repair and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-030(c)(citation issued)

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace leaky connection along wall behind cooking equipment.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace missing wall tile behind cooking equipment and damaged wall base in rear prep area next to shelving unit & dish washing area.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean excessive grease,water and food debris build up under,around,along wall bases throughout prep areas and drive-thru.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Must replace missing filter at hood of cooking equipment.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • GeneralRepeat violation

     A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from report # 2592094 4/3/24 not corrected- #37-3-302.12 : must label shaker when food is not in original package.#38 6-202.15 : observed rear door bent bristles at door sweep must repair or replace to be tight fitting.#47-4-501.11 : must repair or replace loose door handle on hot holding cabinet.#49-4-601.11(c) : must clean excessive grease and food debris build up on interior and exterior of hot & cold holding units,prep tables, shelving units,storage racks,pipes of cooking equipment,fryer cabinets and wheel bases,fryer filter,soda caddy,oven & cart,walk in cooler- rolling carts,shelving units,fan guard covers. #55-6-201.13 : must repair or replace damaged flooring and concrete where needed,wall bases in mop sink area.#55- 6-201.11 : must clean debris ,dust and splatter build up from walls and ceilings throughout premises. #55-6-501.13 : must clean debris…

     Official wording (code 60)

     Previous core violation corrected

6. Apr 3, 2024 Pass

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

   1 critical10 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: 5-202.12 (b-d) : must repair or replace leaky pipe at front hand sink near drive-thru.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFood handling

     Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

     Inspector’s note: 3-302.12 : must label shaker when food is not in original package

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 : observed rear door bent bristles at door sweep must repair or replace to be tight fitting

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

     Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: 2-402.11 : observed male food handler with a long beard must provide a beard guard and maintain.

     Official wording (code 40)

     Personal cleanliness

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 4-501.11 : must repair or replace loose door handle on hot holding cabinet.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) : must clean excessive grease and food debris build up on interior and exterior of hot & cold holding units,prep tables, shelving units,storage racks,pipes of cooking equipment,fryer cabinets and wheel bases,fryer filter,soda caddy,oven & cart,walk in cooler- rolling carts,shelving units,fan guard covers.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.13 : must clean debris build up from mop sink floor drain,walk in cooler & freezer.must remove standing water under hot holding unit and dish washing area and keep dry.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-201.16 : must scrape and paint chipping paint and grafitti from walls in men's toilet room and lobby area.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 : must clean debris ,dust and splatter build up from walls and ceilings throughout premises.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-201.13 : must repair or replace damaged flooring and concrete where needed,wall bases in mop sink area.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.14 : must clean debris build up on filters and hood of cooking equipment.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

7. Mar 26, 2024 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

   4 critical11 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

     No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

     Inspector’s note: Pic doesn't have a valid certified food managers certificate posted to view.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hands weren’t washed properly or when required.

     Inspector’s note: Observed poor hygienic practicies by male food handler observed him go into the dining area and then returned to rear kitchen area and handle a pan to put food on without washing hands when he returned into food prep area.must wash hands after every possible contamination.(priority 7-38-010)(citation issued)(cos)

     Official wording (code 8)

     Hands clean & properly washed

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace leaky pipe at front hand sink near drive-thru.

     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 temperature of tcs foods such as 2.5lbs.pre-cooked chicken tenders ranging from 46.2f-52.9f on a rack inside of walk in cooler. Product was discarded by manager must have cold holding foods at 41.0f or below. Appx. 2.5lbs.$60.(cos)(priority 7-38-005)(citation issued)

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • GeneralFood handling

     Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

     Inspector’s note: 3-302.12 : must label shaker when food is not in original package.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 : observed rear door bent bristles at door sweep must repair or replace to be tight fitting.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of appx. 8-10 live small flies flying around in dining area and rear storage area and 2-4 live large flies in vestibule and rear storage area. Recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 3/26/24.(priority foundation 7-38-020(a)(citation issued)

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

     Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: 2-402.11 : observed male food handler with a long beard must provide a beard guard and maintain.

     Official wording (code 40)

     Personal cleanliness

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 4-501.11 : must repair or replace loose door handle on hot holding cabinet.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) : must clean excessive grease and food debris build up on interior and exterior of hot & cold holding units,prep tables, shelving units,storage racks,pipes of cooking equipment,fryer cabinets and wheel bases,fryer filter,soda caddy,oven & cart,walk in cooler- rolling carts,shelving units,fan guard covers.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 : must clean debris ,dust and splatter build up from walls and ceilings throughout premises.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-201.16 : must scrape and paint chipping paint and grafitti from walls in men's toilet room and lobby area.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.13 : must clean debris build up from mop sink floor drain,walk in cooler & freezer.must remove standing water under hot holding unit and dish washing area and keep dry.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-201.13 : must repair or replace damaged flooring and concrete where needed,wall bases in mop sink area.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.14 : must clean debris build up on filters and hood of cooking equipment.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no valid certified food managers certificate posted to view for food manager on duty only an expired certificate while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (chicken,mashed potatoe,cole slaw,etc).must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)(citation issued)

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

8. Feb 8, 2024 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   10 general Show violations

   • GeneralFood handling

     Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

     Inspector’s note: Must label shaker when food is not in original package.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed rear door bent bristles at door sweep must repair or replace to be tight fitting.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

     Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed male food handler with a long beard must provide a beard guard and maintain.

     Official wording (code 40)

     Personal cleanliness

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace loose door handle on hot holding cabinet.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean excessive grease and food debris build up on interior and exterior of hot & cold holding units,prep tables, shelving units,storage racks,pipes of cooking equipment,fryer cabinets and wheel bases,fryer filter,soda caddy,oven & cart,walk in cooler- rolling carts,shelving units,fan guard covers.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace damaged flooring and concrete where needed,wall bases in mop sink area.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean debris and splatter build up from walls and ceilings throughout premises.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must scrape and paint chipping paint and grafitti from walls in men's toilet room and lobby area.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up from mop sink floor drain,walk in cooler & freezer.must remove standing water under hot holding unit and dish washing area and keep dry.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up on filters and hood of cooking equipment.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

9. Apr 6, 2023 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   3 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed cooking equipment and fryers with attached piping to be heavily soiled with grease. Instructed person in charge to create a cleaning schedule to clean and sanitize equipment regularly.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed multiple leaks at the utility mop sink. Instructed person in charge to maintain sink in good repair.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed floors at the cookline, dishwashing area, back storage, and prep area to be heavily soiled with debris. Instructed person in charge to maintain all floors in a clean and dry condition.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

10. Sep 6, 2022 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    3 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated food debris and grease buildup on interior and exterior surfaces of fryers, counter tops and shelving units. Instructed to clean all food and non-food contact surfaces.

      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 toilet receptacles in women's restroom. Instructed 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 grease build-up on floors throughout the kitchen area. Instructed to clean and remove heavy grease from floors.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed an expired allergen training certificate for the manager on duty. Instructed to obtain allergen certification.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

11. Jun 15, 2022 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

12. Jun 6, 2022 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical3 general Show violations

    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed pipe connection under sanitizing (furthest right) basin of three compartment sink leaking excessively, and draining on to the floor. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain. Priority violation 7-38-025, citation issued.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed build up of residue around nozzles of soda machine in drive through area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed outside garbage dumpster area strewn with trash bags, food waste,and litter. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain area at all times. Manager voluntarily cleaned area during inspection. Priority foundation violation. Citation issued. 7-38-020(b).

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed build up of grease and food debris under and around all cooking equipment on floors. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain all areas.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

13. Mar 10, 2021 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the floors in the corners and under/around heavy equipment in dishwashing area, and floor areas on the side of grease trap, behind fryers, dirt and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain floors, wall areas. Also, clean the walls and ceilings to remove food and dirt/dust build up. Must maintain all areas.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

14. Aug 21, 2020 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the ground around dumper to remove debris and litter to prevent harborage.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floors need detail cleaning around cooking equipment to remove grease and debris.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the walls and the piping attached to the fryer to remove grease and debris.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

15. Dec 7, 2018 Closed

    Canvass · Out of Business

    The inspector found this business closed.

    No violations

16. May 10, 2017 Pass

    License · Pass

    No violations

17. May 3, 2017 Not Ready

    License · Not Ready

    No violations