Pass

George's Beverage Depot

5401 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60609

Liquor ZIP 60609 Risk 3 (Low)

Passed · as of Jan 16, 2026

George's Beverage Depot was last inspected on January 16, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 3 violations.

Latest inspection

January 16, 2026 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

3 general
  • GeneralFood handling

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

    Inspector’s note: Observed liquor boxes stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to properly store and protect food items from contamination while stored by elevating at least six inches from the floor on raised shelving units.

    Official wording (code 39)

    Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

    Inspector’s note: Observed broken handle at faucet in employee restroom. Instructed to repair and maintain.

    Official wording (code 51)

    Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

    Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle for proper disposal of sanitary napkins in employee washroom. Instructed to provide covered waste receptacle.

    Official wording (code 53)

    Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspection history

2 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    License · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed exposed porous wood at front counter and shelves behind counter. (counter has large openings where polyurethane has been poured but not sealed.) Must make all surfaces non-porous, smooth and easily cleanable. Must maintain same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide thermometers in all refrigeration units in a conspicuous spot. Must maintain same.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 10 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.