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McDonald's

2844 W 47th St, Chicago, IL 60632

Restaurant ZIP 60632 Risk 2 (Medium)

Pass with Conditions · as of Oct 14, 2026

McDonald's was last inspected on October 14, 2026 with a result of “Pass w/ Conditions”. Inspectors found 4 violations, 3 of them critical.

Latest inspection

October 14, 2026 · Complaint

Conditional

Result: Pass w/ Conditions

3 critical1 general
  • CriticalFood source

    Food was spoiled, contaminated, or unsafe.

    Inspector’s note: Observed adulterated bag of bagels in facility. Observed one bag of moldy bagels. Instructed food shall be safe, unadulterated and honestly presented. Corrected on site manager voluntarily discarded said food valued at $5 weighing 0.5lbs priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued

    Official wording (code 13)

    Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated

  • CriticalFood temperature

    Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

    Inspector’s note: Observed cold tcs foods held at improper temperatures ranging between of 52.7-55.8f. Observed cold tcs foods, yogurt(52.7f), creamer containing milk(52.7f) and whipped cream( 55.8f) held at improper temperature. Instructed all cold tcs food must be held at 41f or below. Corrected on site manager voluntarily discarded and denatured food valued at $30 weighing 3lbs priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued

    Official wording (code 22)

    Proper cold holding temperatures

  • CriticalFood temperature

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

    Inspector’s note: Observed two door cold holding unit in beverage area of drive thru at improper ambient temperature of 50.0f. Instructed all cold holding units must be maintained at 41f or below. Corrected on site held for inspection tag placed on two door cold holding unit beverage area of drive thru. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued

    Official wording (code 33)

    Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

    Inspector’s note: Observed faucets leaking in facility. Observed faucet at handwashing sink in dishwashing area and at both utility sinks. Instructed to repair. Observed drain pipes of rinse and wash compartments at three compartment sink leaking. Instructed to repair.

    Official wording (code 51)

    Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspection history

8 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    No violations

  2. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed items in boxes stored on the floor in the dry storage area. Instructed to correct.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no splashguard between hand wash sink and drainboard of 3-compartment sink in dish wash area. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ice buildup on the floor at the threshold/entrance of the walk in freezer. Instructed to remove.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed drainpipe leak under 3-compartment sink in dishwash area. Instructed to repair.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  3. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Cracked lid on ice bin for frappe unit, using clear tape to repair. Instd to replace cracked lid and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Attached piping underneath 3-compartment sink from chemical lines draining with water accumulating on floor from excessive pressure with contact of open air gap. Instd to repair and have draining properly into the drain and not onto the surrounding floor

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  4. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical4 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Pic without valid city of chicago certified manager certificate. Instd to provide original valid certificate on site and have posted.

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Missing handwash signage at handwash sinks in toilet room. Instd to provide signage and maintain

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Cracked lid on ice bin for frappe unit, using clear tape to repair. Instd to replace cracked lid 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: Interior panel of ice machine with pink substance. Instd to clean, remove pink substance and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Attached piping underneath 3-compartment sink from chemical lines draining with water accumulating on floor from excessive pressure with contact of open air gap. Instd to repair and have draining properly into the drain and not onto the surrounding floor

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Missing cover on trash receptacle in female toilet room. Instd to provide and maintain

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified manager on site with a valid certificate while handling tcs foods (eggs, sausage, etc.). Citation issued 7-38-012 priority foundation

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  5. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the counter top where drink stations are located to remove spills and debris. Must clean the interior of the milk cooler in same area to remove spills.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaks underneath the 3 comp sink. Must repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  6. Pass

    License · Pass

    2 critical Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signs on washbowls sinks or hand sinks. Must provide.

      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 water flow automatically turns off within 3-6 seconds after being activated on exposed hand sinks. Must set all faucet timers to a minimum of 15 seconds of continuous flow after being activated on all exposed hand washing sinks.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

  7. Not Ready

    License · Not Ready

    No violations

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