Popeye's
5050 S Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL 60638
Restaurant ZIP 60638 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Oct 13, 2026
Popeye's was last inspected on October 13, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
October 13, 2026 · Short Form Complaint
Result: Pass
No violationsNo violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
17 inspections on record
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Short Form Complaint · Fail
1 general Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 30 large and small lives flies on site in rear prep area and mop sink area. Instructed person in charge to contact licensed pest control company and abate activity. Priority foundation #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed pands and utensils stored in containers with food/flour build up. Instructed person in charge to properly clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed rust build up on shelving in walk in cooler. Instructed person in charge to remove rust and maintain surface smooth and easily cleanable.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Observed previous core violations not corrected from report #2625383 dated: 10/15/2025 as follows: #47-observed the interior and exterior of the microwave not clean. Instructed to clean and maintain. #49-observed an excessive amount of ice buildup on the condensor, floor, walls of the walk in freezer. Instructed to remove. #57-observed no food handler trainings. Instructed to provide. Instructed person in charge to come into compliance and maintain. Priority foundation #7-42-090. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
1 critical8 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 observed no handwashing signage at the handwashing sink in the dishwash area. Instructed to provide
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-501.13 observed the interior and exterior of the microwave not clean. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 observed an excessive amount of ice buildup on the condensor, floor, walls of the walk in freezer. Instructed to remove.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed continuous leaking at 3-compartment faucet. Instructed to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed trash around the dumpsters. Instructed to clean and maintain to prevent pests.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed coving along base of wall peeling. Instructed to seal and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed small cooler not in use. Instructed to remove all unnecessary items.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed excessive build up of food spills, debris and grime on cooking equipment, walls and floors throughout the prep and dishwash areas. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 6-202.11 observed dirty light shields in the dry storage areas. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler trainings. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
1 critical5 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 observed no handwashing signage at the handwashing sink in the dishwash area. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: 3-305.11 observed food items in boxes stored improperly on the floor in the walk-in cooler, prep/dish wash and storage areas. Instructed to store properly by elevating at least six inches from the floor on raised shelving units. Observed food items stored in prep areas in food containers uncovered. Instructed to provide food grade lids and/or coverings when storing all food items to prevent contamination.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-501.13 observed the interior and exterior of the microwave not clean. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 observed an excessive amount of ice buildup on the condensor, floor, walls of the walk in freezer. Instructed to remove.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed excessive build up of food spills, debris and grime on cooking equipment, walls and floors throughout the prep and dishwash areas. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 6-202.11 observed dirty light shields in the dry storage areas. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed no certified food manager on duty with allergen training. Instructed to provide documentation.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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No Entry
Complaint Re-Inspection · No Entry
2 critical7 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 observed no handwashing signage at the handwashing sink in the dishwash area. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(a) observed interior of ice machine surface with black substance. Ice is used for human consumption. Instructed to dispose of ice, clean and sanitize. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued (previously on 8/21/25).
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: 3-305.11 observed food items in boxes stored improperly on the floor in the walk-in cooler, prep/dish wash and storage areas. Instructed to store properly by elevating at least six inches from the floor on raised shelving units. Observed food items stored in prep areas in food containers uncovered. Instructed to provide food grade lids and/or coverings when storing all food items to prevent contamination.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-501.13 observed the interior and exterior of the microwave not clean. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(b) observed an accumulation of food debris on food equipment in the prep areas. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 observed an excessive amount of ice buildup on the condensor, floor, walls of the walk in freezer. Instructed to remove.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-501.15 observed outside dumpster with broken lid(s). Instructed to correct, replace and maintain to ensure tight fitting lid(s). Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(b). Citation issued (previously on 8/21/25).
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed excessive build up of food spills, debris and grime on cooking equipment, walls and floors throughout the prep and dishwash areas. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 6-202.11 observed dirty light shields in the dry storage areas. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: 2-101.11 observed no valid city of chicago food service sanitation manager on duty at the time of inspection. Instructed that a certified manager with a current city of chicago certificate must be present and certificate posted on site at all times during operating hours while time and temperature control for safety, tcs, foods are being prepared, handled, stored and served. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-012. Citation issued (previously on 8/21/25).
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed no certified food manager on duty with allergen training. Instructed to provide documentation.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
2 critical7 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage at the handwashing sink in the dishwash area. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed interior of ice machine surface with black substance. Ice is used for human consumption. Instructed to dispose of ice, clean and sanitize. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed food items in boxes stored improperly on the floor in the walk-in cooler, prep/dish wash and storage areas. Instructed to store properly by elevating at least six inches from the floor on raised shelving units. Observed food items stored in prep areas in food containers uncovered. Instructed to provide food grade lids and/or coverings when storing all food items to prevent contamination.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed the interior and exterior of the microwave not clean. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed an accumulation of food debris on food equipment in the prep areas. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed an excessive amount of ice buildup on the condensor, floor, walls of the walk in freezer. Instructed to remove.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed outside dumpster with broken lid(s). Instructed to correct, replace and maintain to ensure tight fitting lid(s). Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(b). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed excessive build up of food spills, debris and grime on cooking equipment, walls and floors throughout the prep and dishwash areas. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed dirty light shields in the dry storage areas. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no valid city of chicago food service sanitation manager on duty at the time of inspection. Instructed that a certified manager with a current city of chicago certificate must be present and certificate posted on site at all times during operating hours while time and temperature control for safety, tcs, foods are being prepared, handled, stored and served. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-012. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on duty with allergen training. Instructed to provide documentation.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
6 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: 3-302.12 observed mising labels on bulk containers. Instructed person in charge to label all bulk items not in original container with common name.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-501.11 observed 3-compartment sink stoppers missing/not working at three-compartment sink. Instructed manager must provide working stoppers at 3-compartment sink.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.18 observed 3-compartment sink stoppers missing/not working at three-compartment sink. Instructed manager must provide working stoppers at 3-compartment sink.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed no covered receptacle in the women's restroom. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed broken/missing wall tile in the middle prep area near the handsink and instructed the person in charge to repair all damaged wall tile and maintain it. Observed damaged floor tile in front fryers to be severely cracked. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.14 observed vents in the dining room, restrooms, and throughout prep areas to have accumulated dust. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical8 general Show violations
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CriticalFacility upkeep
Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed facility with inadequate wastewater disposal at drain in rear prep under heating equipment. Soiled water is observed coming from the drain onto the floor in the prep area when the handsink is used or hot hold equipment is emptied. The building plumber arrived on site to correct the plumbing. Water is not backing up at the floor drain at the time of the report. Priority violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 52)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed mising labels on bulk containers. Instructed person in charge to label all bulk items not in original container with common name.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed 3-compartment sink stoppers missing/not working at three compartment sink. Instructed manager must provide working stoppers at 3-compartment sink.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed shelving in walk in cooler to be covered in rust and food debris. Instructed person in charge to replace/repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in women's restroom. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed toilets and washbowls in men's and women's sinks to be soiled and men's toilets to be cracked at the base. Instructed the person in charge to clean all fixtures and repair or replace the toilet.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed broken/missing wall tile in the middle prep area near the handsink and instructed the person in charge to repair all damaged wall tile and maintain it. Observed damaged floor tile in front fryers to be severely cracked. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed vents in dining room, restrooms, and throughout prep areas to have accumulated dust. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Observed previous core violations from report # 2587716, dated 1/8/24, not corrected; #49 observed build of grime on equipment throughout facility. Instructed person in charge to detail clean and maintain. #55-observed excessive build-up of food spills and grime on all walls and floor throughout the entire prep area. Instructed person in charge to detail clean and maintain. Priority foundation #7-42-090. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed build of grime on equipment throughout facility. Instructed person in charge to detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed excessive build up of food spills and grime on all walls and floor throughout the entire prep area. Instructed person in charge to detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
3 critical5 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Observed no person in charge with valid chicago food sanitation certificate. Instructed manager to designate person in charge during all hours of operation. Priority foundation
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Staff were eating, drinking, or smoking where food is prepared.
Inspector’s note: Observed food handler drinking from open cup in food prep area. Instructed manager o provide closed lid drinking cups for employees.
Official wording (code 6)
Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing sign at front hand washing sink. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed bulk containers not labeled. Instructed manager to label all bulk containers with common name of food.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers not wearing hair restraints. All food handlers must wear effective hair restraints.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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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 inside walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed grease buildup and food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of fryers, oven, prep tables, prep coolers, prep freezers, holding units, shelving units, sinks, counters, beverage machines. Instructed manager to clean and maintain
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated food debris and grease buildup on floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no chicago food sanitation manager on site or valid certificate posted when tcs food (chicken 135.6f) prepared and served. A chicago food sanitation manager must be on site and valid certificate posted at all times tcs food prepared and served. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training available. All certified managers must provide allergen training.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed all cooking equipment in need of detail cleaning to remove all build up of food debris. Instructed person in charge to detail clean and maintain equipment at all times.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed floors and walls throughout in need of detail cleaning to remove all food spills and build up of grime, flour, debris. Floors under pop shelves in need of cleaning to remove spilled syrup. Instructed person in chare to clean and maintain area at all times.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed person in charge with no callergen training at this time. Instructed person in charge to obtain allergen training and retain certificate on site.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical4 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Pic without city of chicago certificate. Instd to maintain and have original certificate on site
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: All cooking equipment in need of detail cleaning to remove all build up of food debris. Detail clean and maintain clean at all times.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: All non food equipment such as box drink dispenser racks in need of detail cleaning, all bottoms of equipment, and storage shelves in need of detail cleaning to remove all build up. Detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Leak at bottom of 3 compartment sink in need of repair. Must correct and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Floors and walls throughout in need of detail cleaning to remove all food spills and build up. Floors under pop shelves in need of cleaning to remove spilled syrup. Walls with breading in need of cleaning. Must clean and maintain area at all times.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified manager on duty while handling tcs foods (chicken, etc). Instd to have on duty at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Allergen training certificate for all individuals with sanitation certificate. Must obtain and maintain.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Pic without city of chicago certificate. Instd to maintain and have original certificate on site
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Interior panel of ice machine with slight build up. Instd to clean and maintain
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Improper stoppers for 3-compartment sink, using styrofoam cups. Instd to use proper stoppers and maintain on site.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified manager on duty while handling tcs foods (chicken, etc). Instd to have on duty at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 3 weeks ago. Always confirm with the official record.