Jimmy Johns
520 N Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60642
Restaurant ZIP 60642 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Aug 10, 2026
Jimmy Johns was last inspected on August 10, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 1 violation.
Latest inspection
August 10, 2026 · Complaint Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
1 general-
GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 2-402.11 OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BEARD GUARD MAINTAIN. Edit
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
Inspection history
5 inspections on record
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
3 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: Observed no person in charge on site during time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain as required
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: Observed internal surfaces of ice dispensing chute with black and pink mold like residue buildup. Instructed to clean and sanitize food contact surfaces in order to prevent contamination of ice used for human consumption. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed the following tcs foods @ improper temperatures during time of inspection. Noted approximately 8 lbs prepared tuna @56f on prep table, 3.5 lbs portioned rotisserie chicken between 50-55f, 2.5 lbs pesto bow tie pasta @ 59f. Instructed to hold all cold tcs foods @ 41f and below and maintain. Priority violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued. All said food items discarded at this time. Total cost $40
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed food handler without effective hair restraint. Instructed to provide beard guard and maintain.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago certified food manager on site during time of inspection with valid certificate while preparing and serving tcs foods ( deli meat, potato salad, tuna). Instructed to provide and maintain at least one certificate holder on site at all times while open and operating. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-012. Citation issued
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed food item stored in prep cooler in container uncovered. Instructed to provide cover/lid.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in all-gender washrooms. Instructed to provide covered waste receptacle.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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Pass
License · Pass
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: Half inch gap at front door, instructed to seal.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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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 3 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.