Pass

Empire Food Mart

7052 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60636

Grocery Store ZIP 60636 Risk 3 (Low)

Passed · as of Apr 23, 2025

Empire Food Mart was last inspected on April 23, 2025 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 5 violations, including signs of pests.

Latest inspection

April 23, 2025 · License

Pass

Result: Pass

5 general
  • GeneralPests

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

    Inspector’s note: Observed a gap along bottom of front door must make door tight fitting.

    Official wording (code 38)

    Insects, rodents, & animals not present

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

    Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace worn door gasket on last 2- door glass reach in cooler.

    Official wording (code 47)

    Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Must clean mold build up on interior racks of last 2- door glass reach in cooler,dirt build up from service counter shelving units.

    Official wording (code 49)

    Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace holes in both doors of storage areas & ceiling in rear storage room,stained ceiling tiles throughout premises,missing flooring in rear storage/dish washing area,mop sink closet and front service counter.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

    Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace ventilation in toilet room not operable.

    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 18 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.