St. Bess Jerk
5215 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60651
Restaurant ZIP 60651 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Aug 18, 2026
St. Bess Jerk was last inspected on August 18, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations.
Latest inspection
August 18, 2026 · License Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-501.17---A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13---observed the certified food manager without the allergen training certificate.allergen training is required for all employees that have a city of chicago food sanitation certificate.instructed to complete training and keep certificate on site.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
Inspection history
3 inspections on record
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Fail
License Re-Inspection · Fail
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CriticalFacility upkeep
Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.
Inspector’s note: 5-103.12---observed very low hot running water pressure at the 3-compartment sink in rear prep/dishwashing area.instructed to repair and maintain.adequate pressure must be maintained at all fixtures during peak demand including the capacity to provide hot water at peak hot water demand. Priority violation 7-38-030 (c).
Official wording (code 50)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: 3-307.11---splash guard is needed at right side of the handwashing sink at front prep area. Surface must be smooth, cleanable and non-absorbent surface.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-501.17---A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13---observed the certified food manager without the allergen training certificate.allergen training is required for all employees that have a city of chicago food sanitation certificate.instructed to complete training and keep certificate on site.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Fail
License · Fail
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: Observed no employee health policy available. Instructed manager to provide signed acknowledgement of employee responsibility to report any illness transmissible through food. Priority foundation 7-38-010
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hand soap provided at the handwashing sinks at the prep/dishwashing areas and inside the washrooms.instructed to provide hand soap at all handwashing sinks at all times. Priority foundation 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 provided at the handwashing sinks at the prep/dishwashing areas and inside the washrooms.instructed to provide and maintain paper towels at all handwashing sinks at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Consolidated with the above violation.
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 very low hot running water pressure at the 3-compartment sink in rear prep/dishwashing area.instructed to repair and maintain.adequate pressure must be maintained at all fixtures during peak demand including the capacity to provide hot water at peak hot water demand. Priority violation 7-38-030 (c).
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 front door with gap opening approx:1/4" inch at bottom of said door.instructed to make door tight fitting to prevent pest entry and to maintain.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Splash guard is needed at right side of the handwashing sink at front prep area. Surface must be smooth, cleanable and non-absorbent surface.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed water leak at drainpipe underneath the hand sink at front prep area.instructed to repair plumbing leaks and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed missing screw fixture securing the top lid of the grease trap system located on ground floor in front of the 3-compartment sink area.instructed to provide and maintain in good repair at all times.
Official wording (code 52)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
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: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS WITH OVERFLOWING TRASH LIDS PREVENTING PROPER LID CLOSURE. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE SERVICE PICK-UP OR PROVIDE LARGER GARBAGE DUMPSTER THAT MUST BE ABLE TO CLOSE AND REMAIN TIGHT-FITTING IN ORDER TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE AND MAINTAIN.OUTSIDE ENCLOSED GARBAGE AREA MUST BE MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(b).
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 missing coving at wallbase in the following areas: adjacent to the cooking equipments and 3-compartment sink area at rear prep/dishwashing area and front dining room area.instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed mechanical ventilation in washrooms not working.instructed to provide and maintain adequate working ventilation in washrooms.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed the certified food manager without the allergen training certificate.allergen training is required for all employees that have a city of chicago food sanitation certificate.instructed to complete training and keep certificate on site.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 3 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.