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
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
More in ZIP 60636
Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 18 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.