RestaurantLicence 59285

J & J Fish

10902 S Halsted St, Chicago 60628

Latest verdictPassSep 9, 2026 · 1 month ago

Inspections19since Apr 26, 2010

Fail rate15.8%3 of 19 verdictscitywide 22.4% · below average

City risk ratingMedium riskWhat this kind of business could do if it went wrong — not a grade it earned.

Read the pairs, not the count. A failure is normally followed within days by a re-inspection, and that re-inspection is a second row here. On the timeline below they sit almost on top of each other — one bad day, two marks.

The whole record

Pass58%
Conditional26%
Fail16%

19 inspections from 2010 to 2026 · hover a mark

201020132016201920222025

PassSep 9, 2026Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 2 (Medium)
FailAug 31, 2026ComplaintRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  Found the pic has no valid Chicago certified food manager (cfm) sanitation certificate. Instructed to obtain and maintain a valid Chicago cfm sanitation certificate. Citation combined with violation #2
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Found no Chicago certified food manager nor valid sanitation certificate on site while preparing/serving tcs foods (i.e. Chicken, fish, etc.). Instructed to have a cfm on site with a valid Chicago certificate at all times when preparing/serving tcs foods. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued
3. 35
  Approved thawing methods used
  Found fish in pans of water. Instructed to properly thaw under cool running water, in the cooler or by properly using the microwave. Maintain same.
4. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Found the hot water on the faucet in the toilet room stripped and has to be turned on/off from underneath the sink. Insructed to fix faucet and maintain good plumbing.
5. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  Found the previous core violations from report #2626373, dated 10/31/2025 not corrected and/or maintained. Instructed to correct and maintain: -40. Observed food handlers without hair restraints such as a hair net or beard guard and another male food handler with a beard and without a beard guard. Instructed to provide at all times. -49. Observed accumulated grease debris on the lower shelf of a small prep table next to the cooking equipment and on the cooking equipment. Observed accumulated food debris on all of the door handles of all refrigeration units. Instructed to clean and sanitize all. Observed some rust on the shelves in a refrigeration unit. Instructed to replace rusted shelving. -53. Observed no covered receptacle inside of the toilet room. Instructed to provide. -55. Observed floors throughout with minor accumulated dirt, food and grease debris. Instructed to clean all. -57. Observed two male food handlers without proof of food handler training. Instructed to meet requirement for all food handlers and within 30 days for all new hires. Priority foundation 7-42-090 citation issued
PassOct 31, 2025CanvassRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  6-301.14 observed no hand washing sign at the hand washing sink located in the toilet room. Instructed to provide.
2. 40
  Personal cleanliness
  2-402.11 observed food handlers without hair restraints such as a hair net or beard guard and another male food handler with a beard and without a beard guard. Instructed to provide at all times.
3. 45
  Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
  4-502.13 observed cardboard being re-used as a floor liner. Instructed not to re-use cardboard, all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.
4. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  4-601.11(c) observed accumulated grease debris on the lower shelf of a small prep table next to the cooking equipment and on the cooking equipment. Observed accumulated food debris on all of the door handles of all refrigeration units. Instructed to clean and sanitize all. Observed some rust on the shelves in a refrigeration unit. Instructed to replace rusted shelving.
5. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  5-501.17 observed no covered receptacle inside of the toilet room. Instructed to provide.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.12 observed floors throughout with minor accumulated dirt, food and grease debris. Instructed to clean all.
7. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  2-102.13 observed two male food handlers without proof of food handler training. Instructed to meet requirement for all food handlers and within 30 days for all new hires.
PassFeb 26, 2024ComplaintRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Large bulk food items in need of proper label to identify commodity. Instructed to correct and maintain.
2. 41
  Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
  All wiping cloths must be stored in a clean sanitizing solution when not in use. Instructed to add buckets and maintain.
3. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  All prep tables and interior of reach in coolers and freezers in need of cleaning to remove all food spills and build up. Instructed to clean and maintain.
4. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  No food handler certificates on site at time of inspection. Instructed manager to obtain and maintain certificates for all food handlers.
ConditionalJun 3, 2021ComplaintRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  See violation#2.
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Observed no valid city of Chicago food sanitation certificate posted. Manager on duty certificate expired, not valid. Premises cooking fish, chicken. Priority foundation violation issued 7-38-012.
3. 21
  Proper hot holding temperatures
  Observed improper hot holding temperature of( 97.0f)for approx 25lbs of cooked chicken wings in prep area .instructed to maintain at 135.0f or higher. Pic removed and discarded at cost approx $25.00-cos. Priority violation issued 7-38-005
4. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed low water pressure at rear handwashing sink. Must repair.
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed premises not maintained. Walls, doors ,floors not clean from debris, dirt throughout premises. Instructed to clean/maintain.
ConditionalMar 26, 2020CanvassRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 3
  Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
  **premises has no employee health policy. Instructed manager to comply with the new code or citations will follow. Priority foundation violation #7-38-010.
2. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  **premises has no cleaning procedure or supplies for responding to vomiting and diarreal events. Instructed manager to comply with the new code or citations will follow. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005.
3. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Instructed manager to label all bulk storage containers with the name of the contents.
4. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Must clean all prep station, counter tops, dry storage shelving, rolling racks, interior & exterior of all coolers and fryer to remove debris.
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed the walls and ceiling with peeling paint through out the rear. Must provide and maintain walls and ceiling smooth and easily cleanable.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Floors need detail cleaning through out premises to remove debris, spills and/or grease.
7. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Observed the hood and filters above the cooking equipment dirty. Must clean and maintain.
PassApr 19, 2018ComplaintRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 30
  Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
  Label all bulk containers in rear storage area.
2. 32
  Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
  Remove raw chicken from grocery bags and properly store in food storage bags or containers in two-door reach-in freezer in rear prep area.
3. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  Clean interior and exterior of all coolers, freezers, fryers, prep tables, shelving units and sinks.
4. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Clean floors under all fryers, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas.
5. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Clean walls along baseboards in rear prep and storage areas.
6. 38
  Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
  Install an exposed hand sink with hot and cold running water, soap and paper towels in rear prep/dish washing area. Repair leaking faucet on 3-compartment and utility sinks. Tighten loose faucet on utility sink.
7. 41
  Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
  Elevate all stock off floor in rear storage area.
8. 45
  Food handler requirements met
  Provide food handler training for all employees.
ConditionalJun 28, 2017ComplaintRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 3
  Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
  Found potentially hazardous food, cole slaws maintained at improper cold temperatures ( 72.8f, 72.9f ) inside to-go containers on prep able for customers orders. 2- individual porton cups, was removed and discarded by manager-cdi. Must maintain cold foods at 40.f or below. Critical violation 7-38-005a.
2. 28
  * inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
  Observed last inspection # 1953466 ,report summary dated 8-30-2016 not posted for public view to customers. Inspection report summsry must be posted in plain view of this establishment's customers. Serious violation 7-42-010b
3. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Walls not clean in rear dish washing area. Must clean
4. 36
  Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
  Lights not shielded in ceiling in rear dry storage room and rear dish washing/ prep area.must install.
ConditionalAug 30, 2016CanvassRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 29
  Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
  Previous minor violation not corrected from report #1559233 on 6-17-15: 45-instructed to meet the food handler requirements. Serious violation 7-42-090
2. 32
  Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
  Replace damaged door gaskets on rear 3-door cooler.
3. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  Clean interior and exterior of fryers, coolers, freezers, 3-compartment sink.
4. 41
  Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
  Elevate all stock off floor in rear storage area.
5. 43
  Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
  Provide long handle utensil for dispensing coleslaw in rear reach-in cooler.
PassJun 17, 2015Short Form ComplaintRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 45
  Food handler requirements met
  Instructed to meet the food handler requirements.
PassApr 13, 2015Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 45
  Food handler requirements met
  Nstructed to meet the food handler requirements.
FailApr 3, 2015ComplaintRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 18
  No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
  Found mice droppings on the premises, 5 along the ledge by the mopsink, 5 on the prep tables by the 3-compartment sink, 5 on the vacuum cleaner,5 in the corner and along the wall and 15 under the storage shelves all in the rear storage area. Instructed to remove droppings, sanitize the affected areas and recommended contacting the pest control for assistance. Serious violation 7-38-020
2. 29
  Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
  Found the previous minor violations from report #1115252 dated 06/26/14 not corrected and/or maintained. Instructed to correct and maintain: 33- found the interior of the deep fryers in the front and the cooler and the freezer in the rear in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain. 34-found floors not clean around the grease trap and under the deep fryers. Instructed to clean and maintain. 35-found the walls, pipes and conduits around the sinks, cooking equipment and in prep area not clean. Instructed to clean and maintain. 35-found water stained ceiling tiles in the dining area. Instructed to replace and maintain. Serious violation 7-42-090
3. 32
  Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
  Instructed to recaulk around the washbowl in the toilet and maintain.
4. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  Instructed to clean and maintain the exterior of the grease trap under the 3-compartment sink in the rear.
5. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Instructed to reattach the wall panels in the toilet room and seal all cracks/openings on the wall in the toilet room. Must maintain.
6. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Instructed to clean and maintain the walls and ceiling in the toilet room.
7. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Instructed to clean and maintain the ventilation hood. Remove excess dirt/dust and grease build up.
8. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Instructed to provide missing rubber wallbase to the ledge by the mopsink in the rear and throughout as needed. Must maintain.
9. 45
  Food handler requirements met
  Instructed to meet the food handler requirements.
ConditionalAug 12, 2014Short Form ComplaintRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 21
  * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
  Observed no certified food manager on site,while potentiall hazardous foods are prep aread and served such as,chicken and fish,serious violation,7-38-012
2. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  Found the interior of the deep fryers in the front and the cooler and the freezer in the rear in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain
3. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Found floors not clean around the grease trap and under the deep fryers. Instructed to clean and maintain
4. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Found water stained ceiling tiles in the dining area. Instructed to replace and maintain.
5. 41
  Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
  Found mop not properly stored when not in use. Instructed to store hanging up
PassJun 26, 2014ComplaintRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  Found the interior of the deep fryers in the front and the cooler and the freezer in the rear in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.
2. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Found floor tiles missing from around the toilet in the toilet room. Instructed to provide and maintain.
3. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Found floors not clean around the grease trap and under the deep fryers. Instructed to clean and maintain.
4. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Found the walls, pipes and conduits around the sinks, cooking equipment and in prep area not clean. Instructed to clean and maintain.
5. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Found water stained ceiling tiles in the dining area. Instructed to replace and maintain.
6. 41
  Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
  Found mop not properly stored when not in use. Instructed to store hanging up.
PassJul 10, 2013Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 32
  Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
  Repair top door of chest freezer.
FailJul 3, 2013CanvassRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 29
  Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
  Previous minor violations not corrected per municipal code from report #1154425 on 6-26-12. 30- label all bulk containers. 31-invert all single service containers and utensils to protect from contamination. 32-repair door gaskets on rear reach-in cooler. 36-replace missing end caps on light shields in rear prep area. 37-install self-closing device on washroom door. 38-install back flow device on utility sink. Serious violation 7-42-090 citation issued.
2. 30
  Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
  Label all bulk containers. Cover all seasonings, batter, etc under rear prep table.
3. 31
  Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
  Invert all carryout containers.
4. 32
  Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
  Repair top door of chest freezer. Paint grease trap.
5. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  Clean interior and exterior of all fryers, fryer cabinets, prep tables, coolers, freezers, ledges, outlets, storage shelves.
6. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Elevate all stock off floor. Floors need cleaning under all equipment along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas.
7. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Replace missing baseboards in rear storage area. Seal openings around electrical outlets in rear. Seal all openings in walls in prep and storage areas, near rear door, etc..
8. 36
  Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
  Provide adequate light inside reach-in coolers. Replace missing light shield above front counter.
9. 37
  Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
  Install self-closing device on washroom door.
10. 38
  Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
  Install back flow device on utility sink. Repair leaking hot water handle on 3-compartment sink.
11. 41
  Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
  Remove soiled water and store mop head upright to prevent insect breeding.
12. 43
  Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
  Store washcloths in sanitizing solution.
PassJun 26, 2012CanvassRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 30
  Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
  Label all bulk containers.
2. 31
  Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
  Invert all single service containers and utensils to protect from contamination.
3. 32
  Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
  Repair door gaskets on rear reach-in cooler.
4. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  Clean interior and exterior of all fryers, fryer cabinets, sinks, prep tables, coolers, freezers.
5. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Elevate all stock off floor. Floors need cleaning under all equipment along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas.
6. 36
  Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
  Replace missing end caps on light shields in rear prep area.
7. 37
  Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
  Install self closing device on washroom door.
8. 38
  Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
  Install back flow device on utility sink.
9. 41
  Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
  Remove unused equipment in rear storage area.
10. 42
  Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
  All food handlers must wear hair restraints.
PassAug 31, 2010ComplaintRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 32
  Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
  All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. Observed large dry storage container lids in poor repair in rear prep area and flour container lid missing,must replace all lids-3.
2. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. Observed gaskets on doors of coolers in rear with excessive old food, must detail clean. Also cleaninside cabinets in deep fryers.
PassApr 26, 2010Short Form ComplaintRisk 2 (Medium)

Fails sit above the line, passes below. Every inspection the city has published for this licence.

On the street

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What it gets cited for

3511×
Approved thawing methods used
338×
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
417×
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
327×
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
346×
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
455×
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
554×
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
374×
Food properly labeled; original container

Counted across every inspection on record here. A code that keeps coming back is the more telling signal.

Source

Published by the Chicago Department of Public Health as Food Inspections, updated weekly. This page shows every row the city holds under licence 59285 — a business that changed hands may carry history from its predecessor.