Haire's Gulf Shrimp
1900 N Austin Ave, Chicago, IL 60639
Mobile Food Preparer ZIP 60639 Risk 2 (Medium)
Passed · as of Mar 30, 2026
Haire's Gulf Shrimp was last inspected on March 30, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 4 violations.
Latest inspection
March 30, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
4 general-
GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: 7-38-120 observed food truck without license posted on sides of vehicle. Instructed to provide and ensure visibility at all times and maintain.
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 soda crates used as shelving.instructed to provide shelving that is 6 inches off the floor, smooth and easily cleanable
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 accumulation of grease inside fryer cabinet. Instructed 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 accumulation of grease and food debris on floors in front of equipment and 3-compartment sink. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspection history
8 inspections on record
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 observed accumulated grease and food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment. 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: 6-501.13 observed floor in around equipment not clean, grease accumulation, etc. Instd to clean and maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
License · Fail
2 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: Observed no supplies on site to properly respond to vomit and/or diarrheal events that can potentially occur inside of the facility. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFacility upkeep
Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water throughout truck. Found improper hot water temperature at hand washing sink at 66.5f and hot water temperature at 3-compartment sink found at 70.3f, 84f to 95.7f. Instructed manager proper hot water temperature at hand washing sinks must be at a minimum of 100.0f or higher through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Hot water temperature at 3-compartment sink must be at least 110.0f to properly wash, rinse and sanitize utensils and equipment. Priority violation. 7-38-030(c). No citation issued.
Official wording (code 50)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated grease and food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment. 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: Floor in around equipment not clean, grease accumulation, etc. Instd to clean and maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
License · Fail
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalFacility upkeep
Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.
Inspector’s note: OBSERVED NO HOT OR COLD WATER AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AN MAINATAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(c) NO CITATION ISSUED.
Official wording (code 50)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Floor in around equipment not clean, grease accumulation, etc. Instd to clean and maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous violations from 03/1/2023, report #2572642, observed not to be corrected as follows: #51 observed water at 3-compartment sink faucet splutters on and off. Instructed to correct and maintain in good condition. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed water at 3-compartment sink faucet splutters on and off. Instructed to correct and maintain in good condition.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed build-up of grease on hood above fryers. Instructed to clean and maintain in good condition.
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 one employee without food handler training at the time of inspection. Instructed all food employees must complete food handler training and maintain records thereof on site at all times.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
License · Fail
2 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed no chemical sanitizer on the food truck to sanitize dishes and utensils. Management instructed to provide. Priority violation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalFacility upkeep
Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.
Inspector’s note: Inadequate hot water provided to the exposed hand washing sink and 3 compartment sink. Must provide adequate hot water above 100f for hand washing and above 110f for utensil washing. Priority violation 7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 50)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed a gap along the side of the screen for the service window. Must install a tight fitting screen for the service window.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed unsecured equipment (hot holding lamp and propane tanks) stored unsecured inside of the truck. Management instructed to secure all food equipment. Propane tanks should not be stored inside of the truck.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no waste receptacle provided on the truck. Management instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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