The Fresh Market
1233 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610
Grocery Store ZIP 60610 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Jul 13, 2026
The Fresh Market was last inspected on July 13, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 4 violations.
Latest inspection
July 13, 2026 · Complaint
Result: Pass
4 general-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed the floor drains in the rear at dish washing area, the rear bakery area under the hand washing sink and in the front coffee area in need of a detail cleaning. Instructed to keep all drains clean and clear as a means of preventing possible insect activity.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed the low reach in cooler of the sushi area left door at the bottom the gasket badly worn. Instructed to repair or replace as needed.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the floors in the following areas in need of a detail cleaning: the floor under and behind the cooking equipment in the rear bakery area...the floor under equipment along the wall in the front bakery area and the floor under equipment at the drain area of the coffee & bar area. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed the hood filters in the rear cooking area in need of a detail cleaning from dust build up. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspection history
4 inspections on record
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the floor of the walk in seafood cooler in need of a detail cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the floor in the sushi area under and around the low two door reach in cooling units in need of a detail cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
License · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Noted unfinished wood used for shelving at the rear food/dry storage. Instructed to provide shelves with non porous wood that are easily cleanable and maintained.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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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 4 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.