Pass

McDonald's

11421 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60628

Restaurant ZIP 60628 Risk 2 (Medium)

Passed · as of Jul 9, 2025

McDonald's was last inspected on July 9, 2025 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 1 violation, 1 of them critical.

Latest inspection

July 9, 2025 · Complaint

Pass

Result: Pass

1 critical
  • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

    Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 observed hand washing signs are needed at the prep area hand washing sinks. Instructed to provide.

    Official wording (code 10)

    Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspection history

12 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sinks in front prep and rear dish washing areas. 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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food spills and debris on interior and exterior surfaces of coolers, freezers, prep tables, shelving units, holding units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed debris inside all floor drains, food debris on floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage and dish washing areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  2. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • 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 the hooking system in the mop sink closet not able to adequately hold maintenance supplies (mops, brooms, dust pans). Instructed to repair said hooking device, so the manintenance supplies can be properly stored and the area won't be cluttered.

      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) observed debris build up inside the freezer unit in the hot food prep line area. Instructed to clean and maintain said equipment.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed food debris and food splatters on the floor in the employee break room and behind the cooking equipment in the food prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain said floors.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  3. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the handwashing cleanser dispensers at the handwashing sinks in the rear food prep area and the dishwashing area not working. Instructed to repair said dispensers and maintain. Priority foundation #7-38-030(c), citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed when the freezer door is opened the gloves stored on the door makes contact with the garbage, in the hot food line prep area. Instructed to either relocate gloves or garbage to avoid possible contamination and maintain.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the hooking system in the mop sink closet not able to adequately hold maintenance supplies (mops, brooms, dust pans). Instructed to repair said hooking device, so the manintenance supplies can be properly stored and the area won't be cluttered.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed debris build up inside the freezer unit in the hot food prep line area. Instructed to clean and maintain said equipment.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food debris and food splatters on the floor in the employee break room and behind the cooking equipment in the food prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain said floors.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  4. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  5. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    4 critical9 general Show violations
    • 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 prep, dish washing and washroom areas. 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

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed hot water at hand washing sinks in men washroom(125.9f) and women washroom(125.6f) above maximum temperature of 120f. Instructed manager to maintain hot water 100-120f at all hand washing sinks. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c) citation issued

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed hand washing sink in front prep/drive thru area not accessible and wrapped in plastic. Instructed manager to repair and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c) see previous violation for citation

      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 the following cold tcs food stored at improper temperature in prep coolers:3 dozen raw eggs (64f), one pack of canadian bacon (63.2f), 3 packs of folded eggs (63.1f), 2 containers of liquid eggs (63f), 5 containers of raw hamburger patties (61.2f), 3 packs of cheese (49.5f). Instructed manager to discard approximately $81 and 30lbs of product. All cold tcs food must maintain 41f or below during preparation, display and service. Priority 7-38-005 citation issued

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

      Inspector’s note: Observed two drawer prep cooler (62.8f) and prep cooler under serving line (49.5f) not maintaining proper temperature. Instructed manager to repair and maintain coolers at 41f or below. Coolers are tagged held for inspection and must not be used until reinspected by chicago department of health. Priority 7-38-005 citation issued

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometers in prep coolers. Instructed manager to provide thermometers inside all coolers.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFood handling

      Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles stored on floor in rear drive thru area. Instructed manager to elevate all single service articles six inches off floor.

      Official wording (code 45)

      Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed rusty surfaces on shelving units in prep coolers in beverage area. Observed damaged gasket on prep cooler door under serving line. Instructed manager to repair/replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated spills on interior and exterior surfaces of beverage machines and coolers. Instructed manager 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 receptacles 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 floor tiles in need of grouting in rear storage area. Instructed manager re-grout floor tiles 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 dust buildup on fan guards in walk-in cooler. Observed standing water in floor drains and in grout between floor tiles in rear storage area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed damaged light shield in rear storage area. Instructed manager to replace.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  6. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    No violations

  7. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning behind cooking equipment and inside the walk in freezer to remove spills.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  8. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: NO HAND WASHING CLEANSER AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA. HAND WASHING SINKS SHALL BE EQUIPPED WITH LIQUID OR POWEDR HAND CLEANSER AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISIONS AT THE HAND WASH SINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA.HAND DRYING PROVISIONS SHALL BE AVAILABLE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c) CITATION COMBINED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed faucet of 3 compartment sink leaking at the sprayer and faucet handles. Instructed to repair 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 floor drain with debris buildup. Instructed to clean and maintain

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  9. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  10. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    3 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.11(B) OBSERVED PICKLE JUICE LIQUID BEING DUMPED IN THE REAR HAND SINK, INSTRUCTED THIS SINK IS HAND WASHING ONLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(c). CITATION ISSUED ON ABOVE VIOLATION.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.11(A) OBSERVED THE DISH AREA HAND SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE WITH TWO MOP BUCKETS BLOCKING THE FRONT OF THE HANDSINK. INSTRUCT TO KEEP THIS AREA CLEAR, MOVE THE MOP BUCKETS TO ANOTHER LOCATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(c). CITATION LISTED ON THE FIRST VIOLATION

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.11 OBSERVED THE REAR HAND SINK NOT WORKING WATER IS SHUT OFF AT BOTTOM OF SINK. DUE TO LEAKING FACUET/HANDLE WON'T SHUT THE WATER OFF. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(c). CITATION ISSUED.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed the freezer door with excessive ice, instructed to repair.

      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 observed the rear floor drain at rear hand sink, and eye washing station not clean, instructed to clean. Also clean up the standing water under the 3 compartment sink.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-202.11 observed the lights out in the rear walk-in freezer (due to the ice build up), instructed to repair/and replace the bulbs that are out.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  11. Conditional

    License · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical5 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Observed reach-in coolers in prep area not maintaining proper temperature 52.5f and 63.9f instructed manager to repair. Coolers must maintain 40f or below. Coolers are tagged held for inspection and must not be used until reinspected by chicago department of health. Critical violation 7-38-005a

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Inspector’s note: Observed liquid egg 47.5f, shell eggs 49.5f, folded eggs 49.5f, and sausage burritos 54.5f stored in reach-in coolers at improper temperature. Instructed manager to discard approximately $40 and 10lbs of product. All cold food must maintain 40f or below. Critical violation 7-38-005a

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of all coolers, freezers, mccafe, juice, pop, and creamer machines.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove excess grease off floor near grill. Clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas. Grout loose floor tiles in all areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Replace damaged light shield in front drive thru area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Tighten loose faucets on sinks in men and women washroom. Repair leaking cold water handle on rear exposed sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Store ice scoop handle up in beverage areas.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 16 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.