Summit Grocery Rogers Park

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Jul 27, 2026 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   2 critical6 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Found old/torn handwashing signs. Must replace/post at all hand washing sinks.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Found evidence of rats at premises and infestation. Observed rat droppings at the following areas: observed over 60 droppings at rear storage areas, 30 rat droppings along walls by soda/chip areas, 5 along walls by preparation tables, and 15 droppings by canned food shelving units, and 4 by front door. Priority violation. Citation issued. 7-38-020a. Must notify pest control operator and remove all droppings. Have premises serviced by pest control company.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Using milk and soda crates to store food items. Must remove and provide raised shelving to store items.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Found following not clean: hot holding unit, shelving units, coolers and preparation table. Must clean and maintain all equipment.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Found bathroom door not self closing.must provide.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Found clutter at rear storage areas and behind front counter spaces: old fluorescent lights, boxes, etc. Must be decluttered, cleaned, and organized.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Found floors not clean at rear storage areas and throughout premises.must clean. Remove all litter, debris, droppings etc.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralRepeat violation

     A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: Found previous core violation not corrected from report dated 8-20-25 inspection #2622502. Observed damaged, stained, and cracked floor and ceiling tiles in main prep area above hot prep equipment and in grocery area under reach-in freezer units. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain. Priority foundation. Citation issued. 7-42-090. Must repair.

     Official wording (code 60)

     Previous core violation corrected

2. Aug 20, 2025 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   5 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed drainpipe leaking under three compartment sink. Instructed to repair leaking drainpipe.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables littered with unnecessary items trash. Instructed to remove and maintain mentioned areas shall be maintained free of unnecessary items.

     Official wording (code 54)

     Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed dirt and debris on floors in corners throughout rear prep area. Instructed to detail clean 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 damaaged, stained, and cracked, floor and ceiling tiles in main prep area above hot prep equipment and in grocery area under reach-in freezer units. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed to lights in main prep area missing sheilds. Instructed to provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

3. Nov 25, 2024 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   3 general Show violations

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Splash guard is needed between prep table and handwashing sink in the prep area surface must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent surface.

     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: Found interior of microwave with metal exposed(holes on the top of the unit). Instructed to remove and replace at once

     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: Handwashing sink in prep area slowly draining,also pipes under the open cooler unit in customers serving area are leaking on floor.repair issues.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

4. Nov 18, 2024 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   1 critical5 general Show violations

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: We observed milk stored at opened cooler at improper temperature: (7) 1/2 gallons of whole milk a temp of:48.9f; (9) 1/2 gallon 2% at temp of 45.8f; (3) 1/2 of chocolate milk at temp of 45.7f; (13) gallons of 2% milk at temp of 45.8f; and (13) gallons of whole milk at temp of 48.9f. Cold food must maintain temp of 41f and below, all seal broken,to return to milk company for proper disposal.tagged all milk gallons. Value 214 priority violation: 7-38-005,citation issued

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Splash guard is needed between prep table and handwashing sink in the prep area surface must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent surface.

     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: Found interior of microwave with metal exposed(holes on the top of the unit). Instructed to remove and replace at once

     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: Must not use broken porous bricks as a means of elevation for plumbing under reach-in coolers and other equipment. Remove,must provide a non-absorbent material.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Handwashing sink in prep area slowly draining,also pipes under the open cooler unit in customers serving area are leaking on floor.repair issues.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralRepeat violation

     A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: Previous core violations not corrected from july 24,2024.report#2578937 #49)4-601.11(c) observed shelves of open reach in cooler with dirt and debris. Clean and maintain shelves. #55)-201.11 observed floors are very unclean under all display shelving, behind all coolers, in the dry storage mop room and washroom. Must clean all floors in detail and maintain floors. Observed stained ceiling tiles above refrigeration units and food prep area. Replace all stained ceiling tiles. Priority foundation violation: 7-42-090,citation issued

     Official wording (code 60)

     Previous core violation corrected

5. Aug 8, 2023 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   3 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed shelves of open reach in cooler with dirt and debris. Clean and maintain shelves.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.18 observed plumbing fixtures unclean. Clean and maintain all plumbing fixtures.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed floors are very unclean under all display shelving, behind all coolers, in the dry storage mop room and washroom. Must clean all floors in detail and maintain floors. Observed stained ceiling tiles above refrigeration units and food prep area. Replace all stained ceiling tiles.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

6. Jul 24, 2023 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   5 general Show violations

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed 20 small flies in employee washroom. Observed 20 small flies throughout facility. Must eliminate all small fly activity and maintain. Observed 10 rodent droppings in rear right corner of store. Must remove all rodent doppings. Observed 20 rodent droppings under display shelves. Must elimiate all rodent activity. Contact pest control. Clean and sanitize all affected areas. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020 (a)

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed shelves of open reach in cooler with dirt and debris. Clean and maintain shelves.

     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 plumbing fixtures unclean. Clean and maintain all plumbing fixtures.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed floors are very unclean under all display shelving, behind all coolers, in dry storage mop room and washroom. Must clean all floors in detail and maintain floors. Observed stained ceilign tiles above refrigeration units and food prepa area. Replace all stained ceiling tiles.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralRepeat violation

     A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: Observed previous core violations not corrected from report dated 9/28/22 inspection # 2564869 previous core violation # 55: 256-501.114: unnecessary items / nonfunctional equipment found back storage area leading into the preparation area. The premises shall be free of items unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment. This includes equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090

     Official wording (code 60)

     Previous core violation corrected

7. Oct 5, 2022 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   2 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 4-101.19: crates used as elevation to store items found scattered throughout the facility must remove from use and replace with equipment that is durable and easily cleanable, and easy to monitor underneath that meets food standards.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.114: unnecessary items / nonfunctional equipment found back storage area leading into the preparation area and area next to outside dumpster. The premises shall be free of items unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment. This includes equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: the current city certified managers allergens certificate does not have a allergen certificate. All city-certified managers must obtain a valid food allergen certificate.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

8. Sep 28, 2022 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   4 critical12 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: The interior and exterior of the microwave are heavily soiled. Interior cavity, door seals, and exterior must be cleaned and sanitized.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Food wasn’t cooked to a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Per the manager, hot holding unit used to cook raw ground beef on site. A hot holding unit is not an approved equipment to cook raw tcs food. Discussed with the manager that cooking raw ground beef in a hot holding unit process must be eliminated. Hot holding unit tagged and held for inspection unitl facility provides documentation or an invoice for proper cooking equipment or of pre-made ground beef that is heated on site. Priority violation 7-38-005 no citation issued

     Official wording (code 18)

     Proper cooking time & temperatures

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cooked food wasn’t cooled quickly enough.

     Inspector’s note: Tcs food was found at improper temperatures, like ground beef, measured at 45.5f. Cheese, measured at 53 f, and meat liquid sauce, measured at 54.3f. Tcs food items did not cool to 41*f or less within 4hours. Tcs food items were prepared and cooled down a day prior. Cooling foods must start from cooking temperature to 70f in 2 hours and 70f to 41f in 4 hours, with a total of 6 hours of cooling. Inadequately cooled food was discarded on site. Approximately 10 pounds of tcs foods at an approximate cost of $35.00 was discarded on site. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued.

     Official wording (code 20)

     Proper cooling time and temperature

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

     Inspector’s note: Cooked ground beef and meat sauce in the walk-in cooler is not marked with a use-by date. Food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours must be marked to indicate the date or day by which the food must be consumed, sold, or discarded when held at a temperature of 41f or less for a maximum of 7 days. Tcs items were discarded on site. Priority foundation violation 7-30-005 citation issued.

     Official wording (code 23)

     Proper date marking and disposition

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY OVER 15 SMALL BLACK FLIES IN THE BACK STORAGE AREA NEAR THE MOP SINK. THE FACILITY MUST ENSURE ALL SMALL BLACK FLIES ARE ELIMINATED FROM THE PREMISES, ALL AREAS ARE CLEANED AND SANITIZED, AND A LICENCED PEST CONTROL COMPANY TREATS THE FACILITY FOR RODENT/INSECT ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (a) CITATION ISSUED.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Containers of food and drinks are stored on the floor in the customer aisle area near the walk-in cooler and inside the walk-in cooler. The facility must elevate items at least 6 inches above the floor.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: In-use wiping cloths are not stored properly. Found next to handsink. Cloths used to wipe surfaces and equipment shall be held in a proper sanitizer solution. Cloths in-use for wiping surfaces in contact with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes. In-use cloths must be laundered daily.

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Crates used as elevation to store items found scattered throughout the facility must remove from use and replace with equipment that is durable and easily cleanable, and easy to monitor underneath that meets food standards.

     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: Observed low water pressure hand washing sink fixture outside the restroom area. The facility must repair.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed leak from pipe near ceiling attached to water heater tank. The facility must repair.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: The area around the outdoor waste receptacle is heavily soiled, with garbage overflowing in dumpsters on and around the floors, creating a nuisance and pest attraction. Outside receptacles and receptacle area must be cleaned and maintained. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020 (b) citation issued.

     Official wording (code 54)

     Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Unnecessary items / nonfunctional equipment found back storage area leading into the preparation area. The premises shall be free of items unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment. This includes equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed soiled floors throughout the facility and under facility equipment. The facility must be clean and maintained.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Mop was found stored incorrectly in-between use. Mops shall be placed in a position that allows them to air-dry properly.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Lighting in the restroom was found insufficient. The facility must provide proper lighting.

     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 not corrected date back to 07/09/20. Report #:2382737 4-202.16: noted cardboard boxes used to line shelves. Instructed to clean and remove all cardboard boxes and duct tape from the table to prevent hiding places for pests. 4-501.11: noted ice build-up inside popsicle display freezer on the display floor. Instructed to defrost, clean, and maintain. Instructed to provide missing stoppers. 6-501.19: noted the bathroom door at the rear food prep area, not self-closing. Instructed to provide a self-closing device at the door and maintain it. 6-201.11: instructed to detail clean and maintain floors throughout the premise, especially along the wall base, underneath milk crates and equipment.noted multiple holes and openings on the ceiling at the rear and food display area, including stained ceiling tiles. Instructed to seal all holes and openings, clean and maintain…

     Official wording (code 60)

     Previous core violation corrected

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: The current city certified managers allergens certificate does not have a allergen certificate. All city-certified managers must obtain a valid food allergen certificate.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

9. Jul 9, 2020 Conditional

   License · Pass w/ Conditions

   2 critical8 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

     Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

     Inspector’s note: Noted no employee health policy on site at the time of inspection following the new code and guidelines. Instructed to have verification of policy for each employee one on site at all times. Priority foundation #7-38-010. No citation issued today

     Official wording (code 3)

     Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

   • CriticalManagement & training

     No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

     Inspector’s note: Management unable to provide a procedure for cleaning up vomiting and diarrhea.instructed to have one including the chemicals and supplies needed. Priority foundation #7-38-005. No citation issued

     Official wording (code 5)

     Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

   • GeneralFood handling

     Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

     Inspector’s note: Noted kitchen utensils (pots, spoons etc) drying on shelves lined with cardboard boxed. Instructed to provide appropriate drying rack for utensils that are easily cleanable and maintained.

     Official wording (code 44)

     Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted cardboard boxes used to line shelves. Also noted table with micro wave and some prepping equipment all taped with duck tape, and on shelves used for drying utensils. Instructed to clean and remove all cardboard boxes and duck tape from the table to prevent hiding places for pest.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted ice build up inside popsicle display freezer at the display floor. Instructed to defrost, clean and maintain. Instructed to provide missing stoppers.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted no drain board at the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to provide drain board or shelving for proper utensil drying.

     Official wording (code 48)

     Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean and maintain inside produce display cooler.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted wash rooms on premise with garbage receptacles and no lids. Instructed to provide trash cans with lids at all women wash rooms and unisex wash rooms.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted the bathroom door at the rear food prep area not self closing. Instructed to provide a self closing device at the door and maintain.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean and maintain floors throughout premise especially along wall base, underneath milk crates and equipment.noted multiple holes and openings on ceiling at the rear and food display area including stained ceiling tiles. Instructed to seal all holes and openings, clean and maintain ceiling tiles and/or replace. Must also seal holes and openings to prevent hiding places for pest.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Noted no employees at work with no food handler certificates. Instructed management that all employees are required to have the food handler certificates on site at all times and one month (30 days) grace period for new hires.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training