Cali Mart
2800 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60612
Grocery Store ZIP 60612 Risk 3 (Low)
Passed · as of Jun 26, 2026
Cali Mart was last inspected on June 26, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 4 violations, 1 of them critical, including signs of pests.
Latest inspection
June 26, 2026 · License Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
1 critical3 general-
CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: 6-301.14: observed no handwashing signage in the toilet rooms. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: 6-202.15: observed the bottom of the rear exit door furthest away from the service area with openings. Instructed to rodent proof and maintain mentioned door.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-201.11: observed carpet on the floors in the rear storage area furthest away from the service area. Instructed to rmeove to make floors smooth and easily cleanable.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 6-303.11: observed toilet room and rear storage area furthest away from the service area with no light. No light due to power shortage, per person in charge. Instructed to restore light and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspection history
2 inspections on record
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Fail
License · Fail
2 critical6 general Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: Observed no vomiting and diarrhea procedure and clean-up kit on premises during the inspection. Instructed to have said procedure along with required equipment for clean-up. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, no citation issued
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage in the toilwet rooms. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood temperature
Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.
Inspector’s note: Observed cold holding units and freezer units not on and able to operate at the time of the inspection. The temperature of the unit was 84.0f. Instructed to repair so both refrigerators and freezer units meet compliance. Refrigerator must reach and maintain 41f or below. Priority 7-38-005, no citation issued
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no probe stem thermometer for take food temperatures (milk, raw chicken, etc). Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-005, no citation issued
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed the bottom of the rear exit door furthest away from the service area with openings. Instructed to rodent proof and maintain mentioned door.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed outside garbage receptacle overflowing and unable to properly close and remain tight fitting. Instructed to always have dumpster lid closed to prevent food source for pest. Priority foundation 7-38-020(b), no citation issued
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: Observed carpet on the floors in the rear storage area furthest away from the service area. Instructed to rmeove to make floors smooth and easily cleanable.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed toilet room and rear storage area furthest away from the service area with no light. No light due to power shortage, per person in charge. Instructed to restore light and maintain.
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 4 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.