Jesse's Place Restaurant
3304 W 55th St, Chicago, IL 60632
Restaurant ZIP 60632 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Nov 20, 2025
Jesse's Place Restaurant was last inspected on November 20, 2025 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 5 violations.
Latest inspection
November 20, 2025 · Canvass
Result: Pass
4 general1 paperwork-
GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored in cooler(s)/refrigerator(s) uncovered. Instructed to provided food grade lids and/or covers.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed in-use utensils stored improperly in food prep areas. Instructed to properly store all utensils between usage.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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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 food items in coolers, refirgerator and freezers stored improperly in plastic grocery bags. Instructed to provide food grade storage bags and containers only.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed exposed ceiling in the dish wash and food prep area. Instructed to cover the ceiling so that it is sealed, smooth and easily cleanable.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed certified food service manager on duty with expired food allergen training certificate. Instructed to update and post.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
Inspection history
5 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
5 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 screen door in front dining area to be in poor repair with ripped screen. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed top of chest freezer covered in rust. Instructed person in charge to repair or replace.
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 multiple items (pots,pans, soda, water) stored on floor throughout rear prep area. Instructed person in charge to organize and maintain all items at least isx inches from the floor at all times.
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 food debris on floor in rear prep area behind and between equipment. Instructed person in charge to 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 filters in front prep and rear prep covered in grease and dust in ventilation hood system. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Missing handwash sign at rear handwash sink. Instd to provide signage and maintain
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Exterior sides of flat top grill and underneath with heavy grease accumulation. Instd to clean and maintain same
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical6 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Found no handwashing sign at rear handwashing sink. Instructed to provide sign and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Found approximately 1/4" gap on bottom right side of front exterior door. Instructed to make tight fitting to prevent pest entry, maintain.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: Found plastic food baskets in front food prep area not inverted. Instructed to invert during storage and maintain to prevent contamination.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Found door to toilet room (off warewashing area) not self-closing. Instructed to make door self-closing 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: Found damaged ceiling near hot water heater. Instructed to repair and maintain. Found missing wall tile in front prep area. Instructed to replace 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: Found ceiling vent cover missing in restroom. Instructed to provide and maintain for an easy to clean surface.
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: Found grease accumulated on wall behind cooking equipment in front prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
License · Fail
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: No handwash sink in rear prep area where stove and prep table located. Instd to provide handwash sink with running water (100f-120f) under city pressure in same area. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: All cooking equipment and attached piping through out not clean, grease/debris accumulation. Instd to 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: No service sink on site. Instd to install service sink under city pressure 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: Walls thorough out premises not clean, food debris/grease. Instd to clean and maintain same
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Stove in rear not completely under ventilation system. Instd to remove stove from premise or have larger ventilation system for stove.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 12 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.