RestaurantLicence 2405951

Wendy's Properties,LLC

8645 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago 60617

Latest verdictConditionalAug 13, 2026 · 2 months ago

Inspections32since Sep 28, 2015

Fail rate28.1%9 of 32 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

Pass53%
Conditional19%
Fail28%

32 inspections from 2015 to 2026 · hover a mark

20172019202120232025

ConditionalAug 13, 2026CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  2-101.11 observed the manager on duty does not have the city of Chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate nor is there a city of Chicago food service manager's certificate posted while tcs foods (beef, eggs) are being prepared handled and served to the public. Instructed to always have a person in charge with a city of Chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate on site at all times while the facility is open and operating. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-012.
2. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  5-501.17 observed no fully covered receptacle inside of the women's toilet room. Half of the cover was missing during the inspection. Instructed to provide a fully covered receptacle at all times.
3. 58
  Allergen training as required
  2-102.13 observed no allergen awareness training certificate provided for the person in charge. Instructed to meet requirement for all persons in charge.
4. 61
  Summary report displayed and visible to the public
  8-304.11(a) observed the previous inspection report summary dated 8/14/25 not posted for the public's view. At the time of the inspection the previous inspection report summary was in a binder that was located in the back office. Instructed to always post the most recent inspection report summary for the public's view at all times. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-42-010(b).
ConditionalAug 14, 2025ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  All contact surfaces in need of detail cleaning after sewer water back up in food prep area. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-005 citation issued
2. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  All drink nozzles in need of detail cleaning to remove all build up. Instructed to detail clean and maintain
3. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  All cooking equipment in need of detail cleaning to remove all food spills and grease build up. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
4. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Leak at 3 compartment sink in need of correcting. Instructed to repair and maintain.
5. 52
  Sewage & waste water properly disposed
  2 sewar drains in main prep area with waste water coming out. Observed food handlers continuing food prep while tracking sewage throughout prep and dining area. Drain lines must be corrected with no evidence of waste water present. Priority violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued plumber arrived and corrected drain lines
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Floors throughout in need of detail cleaning to remove all food spills, water and grease. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
PassJul 2, 2025Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  All drink nozzles in need of detail cleaning to remove all build up. Instructed to detail clean and maintain
2. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  All cooking equipment in need of detail cleaning to remove all food spills and grease build up. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
3. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Leak at 3 compartment sink in need of correcting. Instructed to repair and maintain.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Floors throughout in need of detail cleaning to remove all food spills, water and grease. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
FailJun 25, 2025CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  All drink nozzles in need of detail cleaning to remove all build up. Instructed to detail clean and maintain
2. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  All cooking equipment in need of detail cleaning to remove all food spills and grease build up. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
3. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Leak at 3 compartment sink in need of correcting. Instructed to repair and maintain.
4. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  Observed all outside receptacles open and 1 receptacle with overflowing garbage. All containers must be closed with no garbage exposed. Instructed to correct and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-020(b) citation issued
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Floors throughout in need of detail cleaning to remove all food spills, water and grease. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
PassApr 11, 2024Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
FailApr 2, 2024ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no hot water (57.4f) at rear hand washing sink. Instructed manager to repair and provide 100f-120f water at hand washing sink. Priority 7-38-030(c) citation issued
2. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed leak under ice machine. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
3. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed spills on interior surfaces of pop machine, grease buildup and food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, shelving units, holding units, prep tables, cabinets, coolers and freezers. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
4. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed low water pressure, leaking drainpipe and water slowly draining at rear hand washing sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
5. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Observed lid missing on receptacle in women washroom. Instructed manager to replace missing lid and provide covered receptacle.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed soiled water and debris on floor, under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas. Observed food debris on floor inside walk-in freezer. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
7. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Observed grease buildup on filters in ventilation hood. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
ConditionalNov 21, 2023Short Form ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no hand drying devices at rear prep /dish washing hand sink while food is being prepped in that area during inspection manager provided paper towels at hand sink during inspection must provide and maintain at all times.(cos)(priority foundation 7-38-030(c)(citation issued)
PassJun 21, 2023Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
FailJun 16, 2023Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  4-601.11(c) : must clean excessive grease and food debris build up on interior and exterior of fryer cabinets,grills,prep coolers,reach in coolers and freezer,cup holders,rolling carts,shelving units, storage shelves,oven,wheel bases and legs of all cooking equipment.walk in cooler-shelving units.delime dish machine,frost machine,pipes and cords of equipment,light fixture above fryer.
2. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-201.13: must repair or replace damaged and missing wall bases throughout premises,hole in floor near coat closet, crack in floor & exterior wall in electrical room.must grout floor near cooking equipment in front prep area,ice machine and where needed.
3. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Violation codes: 6-201.13 inspector comments: must repair or replace loose flooring in walk in freezer.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-201.11 : must clean excessive grease and food debris build up , splatter,dirt from walls and ceilings throughout premises.
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.13 : must clean excessive,grease,food debris,water build up from floors under,around,along wall bases and floor drains throughout including walk in cooler and freezer.
6. 59
  Previous priority foundation violation corrected
  Still observed evidence of appx. 23 mice droppings on shelf next to register at drive-thru,in a holder underneath soda condiment station,on rolling cart & on floor behind same in rear storage area behind cooler & freezer.must remove droppings,clean and sanitize areas. Must have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 6/16/23.(priority 7-42-090)
FailJun 13, 2023Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  3-302.12 : must label shakers and squeeze bottles when food is not in original package.
2. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  6-202.15 : observed a gap along bottom and sides of north entry door . Must make door tight fitting to prevent entry.
3. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  4-501.11 : must repair or replace torn booth seats in dining area.
4. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  4-101.19 : must remove rust from walk in cooler shelving units.
5. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  4-601.11(c) : must clean excessive grease and food debris build up on interior and exterior of fryer cabinets,grills,prep coolers,reach in coolers and freezer,cup holders,rolling carts,shelving units, storage shelves,counter top & cabinets in lobby,oven,wheel bases and legs of all cooking equipment.walk in cooler-shelving units.delime dish machine,frost machine,dead insects and debris from window sills.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-201.13: must repair or replace damaged and missing wall bases throughout premises,hole in floor & exterior wall leading into electrical room.must grout floor near cooking equipment in front prep area,ice machine and where needed.
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-201.13 : must repair or replace loose flooring in walk in freezer.
8. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-201.11 : must clean excessive grease and food debris build up , splatter,dirt and spider webs from walls and ceilings throughout premises.
9. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Inspector comments: 6-501.13 : must clean excessive,grease,food debris,water build up from floors under,around,along wall bases and floor drains throughout including walk in cooler and freezer.
10. 59
  Previous priority foundation violation corrected
  Previous priority foundation violation from report #2576822 6/6/23 not corrected #38-still observed evidence of appx. 150 or more mice droppings on lower shelving units at soda and condiments station and of interior panel with trash and debris build up,on lower shelf at drive - thru cashier area mixed in with nesting material of shreeded paper & napkins and other debris build up,on floor next to dry food storage rack,rear electrical room behind walk in freezer along wall bases and on brick wall in same area. Must remove droppings clean and sanitize areas. Must have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 6/13/23.(priority 7-42-090)(citation issued)
FailJun 6, 2023ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  Pic doesn't have a certified food managers certificate. Must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Observed no certified food managers certificate posted to view for manager on duty while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (sausage,eggs,etc).must provide and maintain. Another manager arrived on site at 9:40 a.m. During inspection.(priority foundation 7-38-012)(cos)(citation issued)
3. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  3-302.12 : inspector comments: must label shakers and squeeze bottles when food is not in original package
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed evidence of appx. 100 or more mice droppings on lower shelving units at soda and condiments station,on lower shelf at drive - thru cashier area,on floor next to dry food storage shelf and a box on floor in chemical storage area,on floor in between wall and walk in freezer and dead mouse next to walk in freezer. Must remove droppings & mouse clean and sanitize areas. Recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 6/6/23.(priority foundation 7-38-020(a)(citation issued)
5. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed a gap along bottom and sides of north entry door & door closure on south door. Must make door tight fitting to prevent entry.
6. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  4-501.11 : must repair or replace torn booth seats in dining area.
7. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  4-101.19 : must remove rust from walk in cooler shelving units.
8. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  4-601.11(c) : must clean excessive grease and food debris build up on interior and exterior of fryer cabinets,grills,prep coolers,reach in coolers and freezer,cup holders,rolling carts,shelving units, storage shelves,counter top & cabinets in lobby,oven,wheel bases and legs of all cooking equipment.walk in cooler-shelving units.delime dish machine.
9. 50
  Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
  Observed no hot running water at all hand sinks and 3- compartment sink on premises during operation ranging from 63.3f-65.5f. Must have hot running water on site at all times. Hot running water was restored at 10:30 a.m. By plumber. Ranging from 110.4f-116.7f at this time.(priority 7-38-030(c)(cos)(citation issued)
10. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Must repair or replace loose flooring in walk in freezer.
11. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-201.13: must repair or replace damaged and missing wall bases throughout premises.must grout floor near cooking equipment in front prep area,ice machine and where needed.
12. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-201.11 : must clean excessive grease and food debris build up , splatter,dirt and spider webs from walls and ceilings throughout premises
13. +1 more
PassMar 24, 2023Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  Violation codes: 4-204.112(b) inspector comments: observed no thermometer for walk in cooler must provide and maintain.
2. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Inspector comments: must label shakers and squeeze bottles when food is not in original package.
3. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Inspector comments: observed a gap along bottom of north parking lot door must make door tight fitting.
4. 40
  Personal cleanliness
  Inspector comments: observed employees without hair restraints,long braids hanging from under visors must have hair restrained.
5. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Violation codes: 4-501.11 inspector comments: must repair or replace torn booth seats in dining area.
6. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Violation codes: 4-101.19 inspector comments: must remove rust from walk in cooler shelving units.
7. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Inspector comments: must clean excessive grease and food debris build up on interior and exterior of fryer cabinets,grills,prep coolers,reach in coolers and freezer,cup holders,rolling carts,shelving units, storage shelves,counter top & cabinets in lobby,oven,wheel bases and legs of all cooking equipment.walk in cooler-shelving units.delime dish machine.
8. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Violation codes: 5-205.15 inspector comments: must repair or replace leaky sanitizer line at 3- compartment sink.
9. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Inspector comments: observed no garbage can with lid in women's toilet room must provide and maintain.
10. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Inspector comments: must repair or replace damaged and missing wall bases throughout premises,hole in lower wall near oil tank.must grout floor near cooking equipment in front prep area,ice machine and where needed.
11. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Inspector comments: must clean excessive grease and food debris build up , splatter,dirt and spider webs from walls and ceilings throughout premises.
12. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Inspector comments: must clean excessive grease,food debris,water build up from floors under,around,along wall bases and floor drains throughout including walk in cooler and freezer.
13. +2 more
FailMar 16, 2023ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Observed male employee come from men's toilet room into front prep area and then removed a fryer basket of food from grease and placed them on topside of fryer holder without washing hands when he entered into prep area. Instructed manager to have employees to wash hands after every possible contamination.(cos)(priority 7-38-010)(citation issued)
2. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no hand drying devices at hand sinks in front prep and rear dish washing areas. Paper towels were provided during inspection.must provide and maintain at all times.(priority foundation 7-38-030(c)(citation issued)(cos)
3. 21
  Proper hot holding temperatures
  Observed improper temperatures of tcs ready to eat foods such as 1 lbs. Cooked fish at 99.7f-102.6f in a tray above french fry holder.product was discarded by manager. Must have hot holding foods at 135.0f or above.appx. 1lbs. $22.(cos)(priority 7-38-005)(citation issued)
4. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  Observed no thermometer for walk in cooler must provide and maintain.
5. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Must label shakers and squeeze bottles when food is not in original package.
6. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed evidence of appx. 30 or more mice droppings on floor in between wall and walk in cooler,on floor under co2 tanks mixed in with dirt and on floor next to a box of chemicals on floor in chemical/dry food storage areas. Must remove droppings.clean and sanitize areas. Recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 3/16/23.(priority foundation 7-38-020(a)(citation issued)
7. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed a gap along bottom of north parking lot door must make door tight fitting.
8. 40
  Personal cleanliness
  Observed employees without hair restraints,long braids hanging from under visors must have hair restrained.
9. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Must remove rust from walk in cooler shelving units.
10. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Must repair or replace torn booth seats in dining area.
11. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Must clean excessive grease and food debris build up on interior and exterior of fryer cabinets,grills,prep coolers,reach in coolers and freezer,cup holders,rolling carts,shelving units, storage shelves,counter top & cabinets in lobby,oven,wheel bases and legs of all cooking equipment.walk in cooler-shelving units.delime dish machine.
12. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Must repair or replace leaky sanitizer line at 3- compartment sink.
13. +6 more
PassNov 28, 2022Short Form ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
PassSep 9, 2022Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
FailSep 2, 2022ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed 45lbs of raw hamburer patties at an improper interior temp of 57.8f inside a prep cooler. Instructed manager to discard and denature, total cost $200. Priority violation #7-38-005.
2. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed 30 live flies scattered in the bottom cabinet were self serve pop machine located, noted live flies scattered inside and on the garbage cans in the dining area, noted 30 live flies on the wall and floor around the rear frosty machine and 15 flies on the wall behind the front frosty machine. Instructed manager to remove and detail clean affected areas and call for service. Priority foundation citation #7-38-020(a).
3. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Must clean all prep tables, storage shelving, exterior of cooking equipment and counter tops to remove spills and debris.
4. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed a leak coming from underneath the rear frosty machine. Instructed to find source and repair.
5. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  Observed garbage dumpsters in the dining area not maintain. Must detail clean and maintain to prevent further food source.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Must detail clean the floors, walls and ceiling to remove spills and food splatter to prevent further food source for pests.
PassMar 3, 2022Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed soap in mens restroom howerver the dispenser is inoperable. Instructed manager to repair the soap dispenser and maintain.
2. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed gaskets on walk in cooler for bun storage damaged/torn. Observed gaskets on reach in coolers underneath front prep area encrusted with crumb. Instructed manager to repair,clean and maintain.
3. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed grease build up underneath fryers. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed food debris, liquid spillage and general debris on floors along walls, corners and underneath equipment throughout the facility. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
5. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Observed two burned out light bulbs underneath the ventilation hoods. Instructed manager to replace bulbs and maintain.
FailFeb 24, 2022ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed soap in mens restroom howerver the dispenser is inoperable. Instructed manager to repair the soap dispenser and maintain.
2. 40
  Personal cleanliness
  Observed a female employee with a hat and loose unrestrained ponytail. Instructed manager to provide a hair net and maintain. Employee put hair net over hat during inspection.
3. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed gaskets on walk in cooler for bun storage damaged/torn. Observed gaskets on reach in coolers underneath front prep area encrusted with crumb. Instructed manager to repair,clean and maintain.
4. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed grease build up underneath fryers. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
5. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  Observed outside dumpster with open lids and spillage on ground of enclosure. Instructed manager that lids must be closed and tight fitting to prevent rodent harborage. Instructed to maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-020(b) citation issued.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed food debris, liquid spillage and general debris on floors along walls, corners and underneath equipment throughout the facility. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
7. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Observed two burned out light bulbs underneath the ventilation hoods. Instructed manager to replace bulbs and maintain.
PassJul 20, 2021Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed an excessive amount of debris and ice buildup on the floor/walls/ceiling of the walk in freezer. Must remove excess ice, detail clean, and maintain.
2. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on floor under cooking equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, dish washing area, and dry storage area. Instructed manager to clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in all areas. Observed dust buildup on fan in walk-in cooler, light shields in cooking area and ceiling and wall vents in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain all fans, light shields and ceiling/wall vents.
FailJul 13, 2021ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Observed ice machine located in rear food prep area with a build-up of black slime substance, dripping onto ice cubes stored at below ice bin.ice is used for human consumption. Instructed to clean,sanitize and maintain. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued
2. 40
  Personal cleanliness
  Observed food handlers handling/prepping food without hair restraints. Instructed person in charge that all food handlers must wear a hair restraint.
3. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed an excessive amount of debris and ice buildup on the floor/walls/ceiling of the walk in freezer. Must remove excess ice, detail clean, and maintain.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on floor under cooking equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, dish washing area, and dry storage area. Instructed manager to clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in all areas. Observed dust buildup on fan in walk-in cooler, light shields in cooking area and ceiling and wall vents in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain all fans, light shields and ceiling/wall vents.
PassApr 9, 2021Short Form ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Instructed to label food storage containers inside walk in cooler with common name.
2. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed interior, shelves inside coolers, display shelves behind front counter, storage racks in rear prep areas.instructed to clean. Must maintain.
3. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed the floors thru out the food prep area with accumulated food and grease debris under and around all cooking equipment and refrigeration units and standing water under the ice cream machine, mop sink area, rear storage area underneath storage units. Instructed to clean and sanitize all.
ConditionalJan 15, 2021CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 3
  Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
  Observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to provide an employee health policy that includes a signed acknowledgement from each employee. Priority foundation 7-38-010. No citation issued
2. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Instructed to label food storage containers inside walk in cooler with common name.
3. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Must detail clean exterior of all cooking equipment of heavy grease build up and debris at grill and prep area.
4. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed interior, shelves inside coolers, display shelves behind front counter, storage racks in rear prep areas.instructed to clean. Must maintain.
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed the floors thru out the food prep area with accumulated food and grease debris under and around all cooking equipment and refrigeration units and standing water under the ice cream machine, mop sink area, rear storage area underneath storage units. Instructed to clean and sanitize all
ConditionalJun 18, 2020ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Noted no certified food manager on duty. Instructed management that the person in charge must have a city of Chicago certificate by next inspection(upon being inspected). Priority foundation violation 7-38-012.
2. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  Noted no thermometer in walk-in cooler. Must provide.
3. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Noted ice build up on the floor inside walk-in freezer. Instructed to repair and maintain the condensation unit.
4. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Must detail clean exterior of all cooking equipment of heavy grease build up and debris at grill and prep area.
5. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Must repair drain at floor where line from soda machines in front prep area drains into.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed the floors thru out the food prep area with accumulated food and grease debris under and around all cooking equipment and refrigeration units and standing water under the ice cream machine. Instructed to clean and sanitize all.
ConditionalAug 27, 2019CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 3
  Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
  2-102.14(o) observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to provide an employee health policy that includes a signed acknowledgement from each employee. Priority foundation 7-38-010.
2. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  2-501.11 observed no written procedure on site for responding to vomit and diarrhea events that can potentially occur inside of the facility. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005.
3. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.13 observed the floors thru out the food prep area with accumulated food and grease debris under and around all cooking equipment and refrigeration units and standing water under the ice cream machine. Instructed to clean and sanitize all.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-201.11 observed floors need to be re-grouted thru out the entire food prep area. Instructed to re-grout all floors.
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.12 observed the vents above the cooking equipment with accumulated grease debris. Observed a slite brown substance around the nozzles of the ice machine. Instructed to clean all.
6. 58
  Allergen training as required
  2-102.13 observed the city of Chicago food service sanitation manager without the required allergen training certificate. Instructed to meet requirement.
PassMay 11, 2018CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  Instructed to clean interior bottoms of fryers and exterior surfaces of grills to remove grease.
2. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Instructed to detail clean floors under around and behind kitchen and cooking equipment to remove grease and other debris and maintain. Instructed to detail clean all floor drains and maintain.
3. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Instructed to clean walls around and behind cooking equipment. Instructed to repair loose metal panel inside of front walk-in cooler by door. Instructed to remove dust from ceiling tile, vents and light shields through out kitchen where needed. Instructed to clean inside hooded areas above cooking equipment (grills and fryers) and to remove any peeling paint.
PassApr 11, 2017ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  Must remove ice build-up inside the walk-in freezer in rear of premises
2. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Must clean the floors inside both walk-in coolers in rear of premises ,instructed to clean and maintain area
PassJan 24, 2017Short Form ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  Must clean exterior of ice machine,has accumlication of food spills on outside of machine,instructed to clean and maintain area
2. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Must clean floors inside the walk-in freezer underneath shelves,has accumlication of food debris,instructed to clean and maintain area
3. 41
  Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
  Must remove clutter from the rear of premises storage area,to prevent rodent harborage
PassJan 6, 2017CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  Must clean exterior of ice machine,has accumlication of food spills on outside of machine,instructed to clean and maintain area
2. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Must clean floors inside the walk-in freezer underneath shelves,has accumlication of food debris,instructed to clean and maintain area
3. 41
  Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
  Must remove clutter from the rear of premises storage area,to prevent rodent harborage
PassMay 9, 2016ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 33
  Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
  Must clean the exterior of cooking equipment to remove grease and interior of walk in cooler and freezer.
2. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Floors need detail cleaning through out premises to remove grease,spills and debris.
3. 35
  Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
  Walls need cleaning behind equipment to remove grease and debris.
PassDec 14, 2015Short Form ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
PassNov 17, 2015ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Clean the floors in the dry storage area,alomg wall base and corners
PassSep 28, 2015LicenseRisk 1 (High)
1. 34
  Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
  Clean the floors inside the rear storage closet,along wall base and corners

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

5533×
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
4918×
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
4712×
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
518×
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
567×
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
387×
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
347×
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
376×
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 2405951 — a business that changed hands may carry history from its predecessor.