Pass

Dave's 's Red Hot

3422 W Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL 60624

Restaurant ZIP 60624 Risk 2 (Medium)

Passed · as of Dec 19, 2025

Dave's 's Red Hot was last inspected on December 19, 2025 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 6 violations, including signs of pests.

Latest inspection

December 19, 2025 · Complaint

Pass

Result: Pass

5 general1 paperwork
  • GeneralPests

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

    Inspector’s note: Observed exterior door leading directly outside not tightly sealed on sides with 1/4in gaps. Instructed person in charge to repair door to be tight fitting in all spaces.

    Official wording (code 38)

    Insects, rodents, & animals not present

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

    Inspector’s note: Observed three compartment sink not properly marked designating wash-rinse-sanitize compartments. Instructed person in charge to label and maintain sink.

    Official wording (code 48)

    Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

    Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in restroom. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain covered receptacle in restroom for female hygiene products.

    Official wording (code 53)

    Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed multiple holes in walls in rear prep area. Instructed person in charge to repair all areas to be smooth and easily cleanable and tight sealed for the prevention of pest.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed debris and trash inside of walk in cooler space where drinks are stored. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • PaperworkManagement & training

    Not all food employees had food-handler training.

    Inspector’s note: Observed food handler certificates on site expired. Instructed person in charge to direct food handlers to obtain updated training and maintain on site.

    Official wording (code 57)

    All food employees have food handler training

Inspection history

5 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 observed rear exit door not rodent proof. Instructed to provide

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed storage space where beverages are stored in need of organizing. Instructed to elevate all items at least 6 inches off the floor to prevent pest harborage.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed floors cracked, damaged, and missing tiles in spots throughout front, rear prep area well, and dining area. Instructed to repair all surfaces underneath floor mats, cardboard, etc. Instructed to provide floors that are smooth and easily cleanable. Must maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food debris and grease buildup on floors in the rear prep area in need of cleaning. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed inadequate lighting in the front prep area near handsink. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  2. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 28 SMALL RODENT DROPPINGS IN THE REAR PREP AREA UNDER 3 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS SCATTERED NEAR THE BAIT BOX AND UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE, REMOVE DROPPINGS AND CLEAN SAID AREAS.MUST ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VISION. #7-38-020 (a). CITATION ISSUED.

      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: 6-202.15 observed rear exit door not rodent proof. Instructed to provide

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed storage space where beverages are stored in need of organizing. Instructed to elevate all items at least 6 inches off the floor to prevent pest harborage.

      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 observed floors cracked, damaged, and missing tiles in spots throughout front, rear prep area well, and dining area. Instructed to repair all surfaces underneath floor mats, cardboard, etc. Instructed to provide floors that are smooth and easily cleanable. Must maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed food debris and grease buildup on floors in the rear prep area in need of cleaning. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-303.11 observed inadequate lighting in the front prep area near handsink. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  3. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical6 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AVAILABLE AT HANDSINK LOCATED IN TOILET ROOM DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED TEMPERATURE @46F. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER @ 100F AND MAINTAIN WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (c). CITATION ISSUED.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 28 SMALL RODENT DROPPINGS IN THE REAR PREP AREA UNDER 3 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS SCATTERED NEAR THE BAIT BOX AND UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE, REMOVE DROPPINGS AND CLEAN SAID AREAS.MUST ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VISION. #7-38-020 (a). CITATION ISSUED.

      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 rear exit door not rodent proof. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed floors cracked, damaged and missing tiles in spots throughout front, rear prep as well as dining area. Instructed to repair all surfaces underneath floors mats, cardboard etc. Instructed to provide floors that are smooth and easily cleanable. Must maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food debris and grease buildup on floors in rear prep area in need of cleaning. Insturucted to provide.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed storage space where beverages are stored in need of organizing. Instructed to elevat all items at least 6 inches off floor to prevent pest harborage.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed inadequate lighting in front prep area near handsink. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      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 city of chicago certified food manager on site with valid original chicago certificate during time of inspection.instructed to provide and maintain on-site at all times while open and operating. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-012. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  4. Pass

    License · Pass

    1 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the front hand sink with a slow drain. Must repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Premises has no mop sink. Instructed manager to install and maintain. Instructed manager to provide proper back flow device and hot and cold running water.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the toilet room door not self closing. Instructed manager to provide and maintain a self closing device on the wash room door.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Noted floors damaged in spots in the prep area and dining area. Instructed manager that floors need to be smooth and easily cleanable. Must repair and/or replace cracked and damaged floor tiles.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 11 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.