Papa John's
1241-1245 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60660
Restaurant ZIP 60660 Risk 2 (Medium)
Passed · as of Dec 12, 2025
Papa John's was last inspected on December 12, 2025 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 4 violations.
Latest inspection
December 12, 2025 · Canvass
Result: Pass
3 general1 paperwork-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed broken backflow preventer device on the utility sink. Instructed to install to ensure device can be located, serviced, and maintained.
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: Observed missing ceilings tile panels in the side storage closet near rear exit door. Instructed to repair, replace missing panels and/or replace the stained ceiling tiles. .
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 cracked/hole in floor in walk in cooler. Instructed to repair to create a smooth and easily cleanable surface. Must maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of training for all food handlers. Instructed to provide and maintain records at all times.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
Inspection history
4 inspections on record
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
License · Fail
1 critical4 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: No valid city of chicago food service sanitation certificate on the premises.
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: No pest control log book on site with all the required documentation. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(c).
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Walls and baseboards in various areas throughout in poor repair. Damaged with open seams, cracks, crevices. Must repair all to be smooth and cleanable.
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: All unused construction material, piled wood, toilet, must be removed from the rear outdoor walkway to prevent rodent harboring.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Inoperable mechanical ventilation and missing vent cover in the employee washroom. Must repair/replace.
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: No valid city of chicago food service sanitation certificate on the premises.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Not Ready
License · Not Ready
No violations
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 11 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.