Fresh for Less
5555 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60639
Grocery Store ZIP 60639 Risk 2 (Medium)
Passed · as of Dec 26, 2025
Fresh for Less was last inspected on December 26, 2025 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 4 violations.
Latest inspection
December 26, 2025 · License Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
3 general1 paperwork-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-501.17// noted no covered receptacles in all washrooms. Instructed to provide
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-501.115// noted trash and debris from garage door to dumpster. Instructed to clean.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.114// noted unused office and refrigeration equipment and supplies in basement and on second floor. Instructed to remove any unnecessary and unused equipment from premises to prevent pest harborage
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: 2-102.13// 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
3 inspections on record
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Fail
License · Fail
3 critical7 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no soap at handsink in walk-in cooler prep and rear 3 compartment sink (near exit to dumpster). Must provide soap at all times for employees to wash hands. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no paper towels at handsinks in walk-in prep and rear 3 compartment sink (near dumpster exit) and all washrooms. Must provide paper towels at hand sinks and washbowls at all times for employees to dry hands. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFacility upkeep
Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water on premises. Hot water is not observed at the following sinks: walk-in cooler/prep handsink, all washroom sinks, and both 3-compartment sinks. Informed person in charge hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands through the retail food establishment. Must correct and maintain. Priority violation #7-38-030(c). No citation issued.
Official wording (code 50)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed large gaps at bottom right corner of rear garage door. Instructed to repair to prevent pest entry
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of rodent activity on the premises. Observed approximately 30 mouse droppings on the floor of the rear storage areas and upstairs office space. Instructed to remove all rodent droppings from all affected areas and sanitize. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity. Priority foundation #7-38-020(a).no citation issued.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: Observed facility without a chemical test kit for quatanery sanitizer at 3 compartment sinks. Informed person in charge a test kit that accurately measures the concentration in mg/l of sanitizing solution must be provided. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Noted no covered receptacles in all washrooms. Instructed to provide
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Noted trash and debris from garage door to dumpster. Instructed to clean.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Noted unused office and refrigeration equipment and supplies in basement and on second floor. Instructed to remove any unnecessary and unused equipment from premises to prevent pest harborage.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no mechanical ventilation in all washrooms. Must provide.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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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
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