RestaurantLicence 2506880

Jieyi Sushi

1178 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago 60642

Latest verdictPassSep 9, 2026 · 1 month ago

Inspections17since Feb 7, 2017

Fail rate43.8%7 of 16 verdictscitywide 22.4% · above average

City risk ratingHigh 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

Pass38%
Conditional19%
Fail44%

17 inspections from 2017 to 2026 · hover a mark

20172019202120232025

PassSep 9, 2026Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  6-202.15 observed rear exit door leading to outside receptacle not rodent proof with at least 1/4 inch gap between ground and door. Instructed to provide to prevent pest entry.
2. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.13 observed grease and food debris pooled on floor under all heavy equipment (fyers, cooling units, prep tables) located in front and rear prep area and basment storage.instructed to remove, clean and sanitize.
3. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  2-102.13 observed no food handler certificates for all food handlers. Instructed to provide and maintain on site for review.
4. 58
  Allergen training as required
  2-102.13 observed person in charge without proof of allergen training certification. Instructed to obtain as required.
FailAug 31, 2026CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Observed food employee sneeze while preparing sushi roll, employee then rinsed the gloves under running water and wiped the gloves on a soiled towel stored on countertop. Instructed to remove gloves, properly wash hands following the sneezing incident, replace with clean gloves and proceed with food prep to prevent possible contamination. Sushi roll was discarded at this time. Priority violation. #7-38-010. Citation issued.
2. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Observed low temp dish machine located in rear prep area, sanitizer strength at 0ppm during time of inspection. Instructed to repair machine to properly sanitize between 50-100ppm. Must maintain. Unit tagged and held for inspection. Priority violation. #7-38-025. Citation issued.
3. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Observed ice machine located in rear prep area in need of cleaning. Noted black slime liquid and debris (moldlike) build up on interior surfaces of ice machine and dripping on to ice used for human consumption. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued.
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed rear exit door leading to outside receptacle not rodent proof with at least 1/4 inch gap between ground and door. Instructed to provide to prevent pest entry.
5. 48
  Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
  No chemical test strips on site for testing sanitizer strength for low temperature dish machine. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued.
6. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Observed all plumbing fixtures in both toiletrooms in need of cleaning. Instructed to provide and maintain
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed grease and food debris pooled on floor under all heavy equipment (fyers, cooling units, prep tables) located in front and rear prep area and basment storage.instructed to remove, clean and sanitize.
8. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Observed no food handler certificates for all food handlers. Instructed to provide and maintain on site for review.
9. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Observed person in charge without proof of allergen training certification. Instructed to obtain as required.
10. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  Observed previous cores not corrected from report #2610338 on january 10, 2025. They are as follows... 4-501.11 observed torn door gaskets inside of the 2-door prep cooler next to the ice machine. Management instructed to replace the torn door gaskets inside of the 2-door prep cooler. 4-602.13 clean the prep coolers in the food prep areas, prep tables and rolling cart in the rear food prep area, broiler, stove, microwave, stainless steel shelving above the 3-compartment sink, the top of the dish machine, wok station, and interior of the freezers in the basement. Instructed to correct as required. Priority foundation violation. #7-42-090. Citation issued. .
PassJan 10, 2025Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  4-501.11 observed torn door gaskets inside of the 2-door prep cooler next to the ice machine. Management instructed to replace the torn door gaskets inside of the 2-door prep cooler.
2. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  4-602.13 clean the prep coolers in the food prep areas, prep tables and rolling cart in the rear food prep area, broiler, stove, microwave, stainless steel shelving above the 3-compartment sink, the top of the dish machine, wok station, and interior of the freezers in the basement.
3. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.11 clean the ceiling tiles in the food prep area. Replace the sagging ceiling tiles in the food prep area.
FailJan 3, 2025CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  No chlorine sanitizer was detected at the final rinse of the low temperature dish washing machine. Management instructed to repair and maintain the machine with a final rinse of 100 ppm chlorine. Priority violation 7-38-025.
2. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed torn door gaskets inside of the 2-door prep cooler next to the ice machine. Management instructed to replace the torn door gaskets inside of the 2-door prep cooler.
3. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Clean the prep coolers in the food prep areas, prep tables and rolling cart in the rear food prep area, broiler, stove, microwave, stainless steel shelving above the 3-compartment sink, the top of the dish machine, wok station, and interior of the freezers in the basement.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Clean the ceiling tiles in the food prep area. Replace the sagging ceiling tiles in the food prep area.
5. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  Previous core violations from report #2591053 on 3/14/24 not corrected: 49 - clean the grease and food debris inside of the deep fryer. 55 - clean the grease and food debris from the walls of the rear food prep area around equipment and the cook's line. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.
PassMar 14, 2024Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  4-501.11 replace the torn door gasket inside of the 2 door prep cooler next to the cook's line.
2. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  4-602.13 clean the grease and food debris inside of the deep fryer.
3. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.114 remove excessive clutter and unused items from the basement storage rooms. Store all remaining items at least 6" off of the floor to eliminate pest harborage conditions.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.12 clean the grease and food debris from the walls of the rear food prep area around equipment and the cook's line.
FailMar 7, 2024CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 15
  Food separated and protected
  Observed cross contamination of cooked eggrolls. The eggrolls were stored in the prep cooler inside a cardboard box previously used to store raw chicken. Management instructed to store all foods in a proper container so as not to cross-contaminate the food. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
2. 25
  Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
  Observed no consumer advisory reminder statement on the menu to notify the customers that consuming raw or undercooked foods can lead to an increased risk of foodborne illness. Management instructed to provide the consumer advisory reminder statement on the menu after the disclosure that "rolls contain raw sashimi." priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued.
3. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed an electric bug zapper stored in the food prep area. Management instructed to remove from the food prep area.
4. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Replace the torn door gasket inside of the 2 door prep cooler next to the cook's line.
5. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Clean the grease and food debris inside of the prep coolers, on the outside doors and handles of the basement freezers, rolling prep cart at the cook's line used for spices, deep fryer, stove and broiler in the prep area.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Remove excessive clutter and unused items from the basement storage rooms. Store all remaining items at least 6" off of the floor to eliminate pest harborage conditions.
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Clean the grease and food debris from the walls of the rear food prep area around equipment and the cook's line.
8. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Clean the excessive grease and soot from the ventilation hood and filters above the cooking equipment.
9. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  Previous core violations from report #2580631 on 8/24/23 not corrected: 53 - observed no covered trash receptacle inside the women's toilet room and employee toilet room. Instructed to provide. 57 - observed no food handler training certificates on site at the inspection. Instructed all employees must complete food handler training and maintain records thereof on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.
10. 62
  Compliance with clean indoor air ordinance
  Observed a violation of the clean indoor air ordinance. Observed a container used as an ashtray in the basement employee washroom with ashes in the container and ashes and cigarette butts on the floor of the washroom. Management instructed that no smoking is allowed inside of the establishment and that ashtrays cannot be stored inside the establishment. Clean indoor air ordinance 7-32-020(c). Citation issued.
PassAug 24, 2023Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  3-305.12 observed food frozen in grocery bags. Instructed to correct and use only food-grade containers
2. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  3-307.11 observed aluminium foil used to line equipment and shelves in the rear prep area. Instructed to remove and maintain smooth, cleanable surfaces.
3. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  4-501.11 observed torn and dirty gaskets on refrigerators and freezers throughout the premises. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.
4. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  5-501.17 observed no covered trash receptacle inside the women's toilet room and employee toilet room. Instructed to provide.
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.114 observed broken and unused equipment in the basement. Instructed to remove from premises.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-201.13 observed baseboards coming off the wall in the basement employee toilet room. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.
7. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  2-102.13 observed no food handler training certificates on site at the time of inspection. Instructed all employees must complete food handler training and maintain records thereof on site at all times.
FailAug 17, 2023CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 3
  Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
  Observed no verifiable employee health policy on site at the time of inspection. Left template and instructed to maintain copies of employee health policy signed by all employees on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. Citation issued.
2. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Observed build-up of pink and black slime in the interior of ice machine used to produce ice for human consumption. Instructed to remove ice, celan, sanitize, and maintain machine free of slime. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
3. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed tcs food, cooked chicken, in 2 door prep cooler maintained at an improper ambient temperature of 55.4f. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 5 lbs of chicken valued at approximately $30. Instructed to maintain all tcs items at or below 41f at all times. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
4. 29
  Compliance with variance/specialized process/HACCP
  Observed no sushi rice letter on site at the time of inspection. Instructed to provide either lab results indicating sushi is at proper ph dated within the last 5 years of ph testing meter. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
5. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed food frozen in grocery bags. Instructed to correct and use only food-grade containers.
6. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed aluminium foil used to line equipment and shelves in the rear prep area. Instructed to remove and maintain smooth, cleanable surfaces.
7. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed torn and dirty gaskets on refrigerators and freezers throughout the premises. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.
8. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Observed no covered trash receptacle inside the women's toilet room and employee toilet room. Instructed to provide.
9. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed baseboards coming off the wall in the basement employee toilet room. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.
10. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed heavy build-up of grease, dirt, and food debris on the sides of cooking equipment, refrigerators, and walls throughout prep areas. Instructed to detail clean and maintain in good condition.
11. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed broken and unused equipment in the basement. Instructed to remove from premises.
12. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Observed no food handler training certificates on site at the time of inspection. Instructed all employees must complete food handler training and maintain records thereof on site at all times.
13. +1 more
No verdictAug 9, 2023Non-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
ConditionalJul 27, 2022ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Must provide handwashing sign at sushi prep handwashing sink
2. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed tcs foods chicken and beef at improper temperatures 51.6f-54f inside 2 door refrigerator. Instructed to discard approximately 3.5 pounds of food at a cost of $100. Priority. 7-38-005. Citation issued.
3. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed heavy grease build up on floor around cooking equipment and ventilation hood filters. Must clean and maintain.
4. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Observed expired allergen training for certified food manager. Must renew.
PassNov 19, 2021Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 35
  Approved thawing methods used
  Observed facility thaw vacuum packaged fish. Packge states fish must be removed from packaging before thawing. Instructed manager to remove fish from vacuum package before thawing.
2. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Found food handler without food handler training. Instructed manager to provide food handler training for all food handlers.
FailNov 10, 2021CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 23
  Proper date marking and disposition
  Observed ready-to-eat time/temeperature control for safety foods (tcs): cooked rice, and ready to eat raw fish held for over 24 hours without discard date. Instructed facility to provide discard date for any ready-to-eat tcs foods held for over 24 hours. Priority foundation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.
2. 25
  Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
  Observed raw fish on the menu said item is served raw. Instructed facility to providereminder for menu items that can be ordered under cooked. Priority foundation. 7-38-005
3. 35
  Approved thawing methods used
  Observed facility thaw vacuum packaged fish. Packge states fish must be removed from packaging before thawing. Instructed manager to remove fish from vacuum package before thawing.
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed pest control log book not maintained at time of inspection. Food establishment was last serviced by rose 1/30/20, found no other proof of service within a year. Every retail food establishment is required to maintain a pest control log book on its premises containing a contract with a licensed exterminator who shall provide insect and vermin services at the establishment at least twice a year. Instructed manager to provide. Priority foundation. 7-38-020(c).
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found floors and walls underneath and behind all cooking equipment filled with accumilated grease and food debris.
6. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Found food handler without food handler training. Instructed manager to provide food handler training for all food handlers.
ConditionalJun 25, 2019Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 23
  Proper date marking and disposition
  Must provide date markings to tcs/rte foods, prepared onsite and held in coolers over 24 hrs. Instructed to provide consume by dates and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-005 no citation issued.
2. 25
  Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
  Must provide a disclosure and reminder statement on menus regarding raw eggs. Instructed to maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-005 no citation issued.
3. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Must detail clean the exterior of bulk storage containers in basement storage area. Also remove paper and cardboard of storage shelving and spice racks, and clean shelving to remove spills. Instructed to maintain.
4. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced. Instructed to maintain.
5. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Must replace torn/broken door gaskets on multiple refrigeration units throughout facility. Must discontinue using milk crates as storage racks for food and equipment. Instructed to provide proper storage racks for equipment and food storage. Instructed to maintain all.
6. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Must detail the excessive grease accumulation from the exterior of all cooking equipment, (stove, wok, fryer) and lower shelves on prep tables. Instructed to maintain.
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Must remove or organize excessive clutter through out the basement storage area. Must remove all unnecessary items, properly elevate stock 6" off the floor and away from the walls for better cleaning and pest monitoring. Instructed to maintain.
8. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Must detail clean dried food debris from floors and walls throughout prep area. Instructed to maintain.
FailJun 17, 2019CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed 30 lbs of raw chicken in a prep cooler at improper temperatures, 57f, valued at $50. Manager voluntarily discarded and denatured chicken. Instructed hold tcs cold foods at 41f or below. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued.
2. 23
  Proper date marking and disposition
  Must provide date markings to tcs/rte foods, prepared onsite and held in coolers over 24 hrs. Instructed to provide consume by dates and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-005 no citation issued.
3. 25
  Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
  Must provide a disclosure and reminder statement on menus regarding raw eggs. Instructed to maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-005 no citation issued.
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed 35 live small flies on the walls in the prep and dry storage areas. Instructed to remove flies, clean and sanitize the affected areas. Contact pest control provider for service. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.
5. 41
  Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
  Must store wiping cloths in sanitizer water (bucket) between uses, to prevent cross contamination. Instructed to maintain.
6. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Must detail clean the exterior of bulk storage containers in basement storage area. Also remove paper and cardboard of storage shelving and spice racks, and clean shelving to remove spills. Instructed to maintain.
7. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced. Instructed to maintain.
8. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Must replace torn/broken door gaskets on multiple refrigeration units throughout facility. Must discontinue using milk crates as storage racks for food and equipment. Instructed to provide proper storage racks for equipment and food storage. Instructed to maintain all.
9. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Must detail the excessive grease accumulation from the exterior of all cooking equipment, (stove, wok, fryer) and lower shelves on prep tables. Instructed to maintain.
10. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Must remove or organize excessive clutter through out the basement storage area. Must remove all unnecessary items, properly elevate stock 6" off the floor and away from the walls for better cleaning and pest monitoring. Instructed to maintain.
11. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Must detail clean dried food debris from floors and walls throughout prep area. Instructed to maintain.
12. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Allergen certificates are required for all employees that have a city of Chicago food sanitation license. Instructed to complete the online training and keep certificate onsite.
ConditionalSep 18, 2018Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  No clean up procedures. Instructed manager to comply with the new codes or citations will follow. Priority foundation violation #2-501.11.
2. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Noted the exterior of bulk storage containers and doors of the reach in cooler in the basement needs detail cleaning to remove spills. Also remove paper and cardboard of storage shelving and spice racks, and clean shelving to remove spills.
3. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Noted the exterior of all cooking equipment and prep tables are dirty. Must detail clean to remove spills, grease and debris.
4. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed the faucet at the 3 compartment sink wrapped with a towel due to a leak. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  #6-501.114:observer clutter through out the basement storage area. Must remove all unnecessary items, properly elevate stock 6" off the floor and away from the walls for better cleaning and pest monintoring. #6-501.13:floors and floor drains need detail cleaning through out premises on the 1st floor and in basement. Must remove spills,grease debris and litter. Also detail clean the exterior of grease trap underneath the 3 comp sink to remove spills and grease.
6. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Noted the filters above the cooking equimpment dirty. Must detail clean and maintain.
7. 58
  Allergen training as required
  No allergen training. Instructed manager to comply with the new codes or citations will follow.
FailSep 10, 2018CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 3
  Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
  No employee health policy. Instructed manager to comply with the new codes or citations will follow. Priority foundation violation #2-201.11.
2. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  No clean up procedures. Instructed manager to comply with the new codes or citations will follow. Priority foundation violation #2-501.11.
3. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed the exposed hand sink next to dish washing machine in poor repair. Observerd the hot water knob broken and leaking at the base. Instructed to repair and maintain. Priority foundation citation #7-38-030(c).
4. 21
  Proper hot holding temperatures
  Observed a tcs food item being held at improper interior temperature (cooked sushi rice at 78.8f) inside a rice steamer/cooker at the front sushi bar. Instructed manager to provide and maintain documentation or test kit (ph meter) . Manager discarded and denatured 10lbs at $15. Priority citation issued #7-38-005.
5. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Noted the exterior of bulk storage containers and doors of the reach in cooler in the basement needs detail cleaning to remove spills. Also remove paper and cardboard of storage shelving and spice racks, and clean shelving to remove spills.
6. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Noted the exterior of all cooking equipment and prep tables are dirty. Must detail clean to remove spills, grease and debris.
7. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed the faucet at the 3 compartment sink wrapped with a towel due to a leak. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
8. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observer clutter through out the basement storage area. Must remove all unnecessary items, properly elevate stock 6" off the floor and away from the walls for better cleaning and pest monintoring.
9. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Floors need detail cleaning through out premises on the 1st floor and in basement. Must remove spills,grease debris and litter.
10. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Noted the filters above the cooking equimpment dirty. Must detail clean and maintain.
11. 58
  Allergen training as required
  No allergen training. Instructed manager to comply with the new codes or citations will follow.
PassFeb 7, 2017LicenseRisk 1 (High)
1. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Must clean the floor around the grease trap to remove spills.
2. 36
  Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
  Must provide lights inside the cooler next to the ice machine.

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

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What it gets cited for

5522×
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
4714×
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
498×
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
576×
All food employees have food handler training
586×
Allergen training as required
395×
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
384×
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
164×
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

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 2506880 — a business that changed hands may carry history from its predecessor.