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Avocado Supermarket

4755 W Madison ST, Chicago, IL 60644

Grocery Store ZIP 60644 Risk 3 (Low)

Pass with Conditions · as of Oct 21, 2026

Avocado Supermarket was last inspected on October 21, 2026 with a result of “Pass w/ Conditions”. Inspectors found 8 violations, 2 of them critical, including signs of pests.

Latest inspection

October 21, 2026 · License

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Result: Pass w/ Conditions

2 critical6 general
  • CriticalManagement & training

    No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

    Inspector’s note: Observed no procedures and supplies for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed manager to provide clean up policy and supplies. Priority foundation 7-38-005

    Official wording (code 5)

    Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

  • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

    Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

    Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing sign at handwashing sinks. Instructed manager to provide handwashing signs at all handwashing sinks used by employees.

    Official wording (code 10)

    Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

  • GeneralPests

    Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

    Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap at bottom of front door. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on door to prevent pest entry.

    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: Observed raw wood flooring behind front counter. Instructed manager to seal all raw wood surfaces to make smooth and easily cleanable.

    Official wording (code 47)

    Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

    Inspector’s note: Observed leaking sprayer and low water pressure at 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

    Official wording (code 51)

    Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed unused articles and crates outside along building. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items to prevent pest harborage.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed missing and damged baseboards along walls in sales and washroom areas. Instructed manager to replace baseboards and maintain.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

    Inspector’s note: Observed ventilation fan not operable in washroom. Instructed manager to repair ventilation fan in washroom.

    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 2 weeks ago. Always confirm with the official record.