Pass

The BBQ Shack

2734 W 111th St, Chicago, IL 60655

Restaurant ZIP 60655 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Jul 1, 2026

The BBQ Shack was last inspected on July 1, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 3 violations, including signs of pests.

Latest inspection

July 1, 2026 · Complaint

Pass

Result: Pass

3 general
  • GeneralPests

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

    Inspector’s note: Observed a small opening in the rear door at the bottom left side. Must repair and maintain to prevent entry point for pests.

    Official wording (code 38)

    Insects, rodents, & animals not present

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Must clean the floors under and around cooking equipment and 3 comp sink to remove spills, debris and/or grease. Also clean the exterior of the grease trap.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

    Inspector’s note: Must clean the filters above the cooking equipment to remove grease and debris.

    Official wording (code 56)

    Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspection history

5 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed hand drying provisions and soap dispencer located over the prep sink. Instructed to remove as a way of making sure it is not being used as a hand washing station.

      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 a leak under the hand washing sink at the drain pipe. Instructed to repair and maintain in good working order.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the floor under the cooking equipment and the area under the three compartment sink and grease trap area in need of a detail cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  2. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed hand drying provisions and soap dispencer located over the prep sink. Instructed to remove as a way of making sure it is not being used as a hand washing station.

      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 a leak under the hand washing sink at the drain pipe. Instructed to repair and maintain in good working order.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the floor under the cooking equipment and the area under the three compartment sink and grease trap area in need of a detail cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  3. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: The side of the cooking equipment in need of cleaning to remove all build up. Instructed to clean and maintain

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: All unnecessary articles under counter in need of removal. Instructed to remove and maintain

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  4. Pass

    License · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Leak ar p-trap on 3 compartment sink. Instructed to correct and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 4 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.