Did South Shore Hospital pass its last health inspection?

South Shore Hospital at 8012 S Crandon Ave was inspected on Aug 17, 2026 by the Chicago Department of Public Health and the result was "Pass". Across 21 inspections on record it has failed 4 times.

What violations were cited at South Shore Hospital?

The most recent inspection cited 5 violations, beginning with: INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15 OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR THAT LEADS TO THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER UNABLE TO CLOSE PROPERLY AND IS MAINTAINED OPEN DUE TO THE DOOR BEING DAMAGED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND ALWAYS CLOSE

What does "Risk 1 (High)" mean?

Chicago assigns every food establishment a risk category based on how much food handling it does. Risk 1 (High) covers full-service restaurants and is inspected most often; Risk 2 (Medium) and Risk 3 (Low) — such as places serving only pre-packaged food — are inspected less frequently.

Where does this inspection data come from?

The City of Chicago publishes every food-establishment inspection it performs, including the result and the full text of any violations cited. This page reads that dataset directly and updates as the city posts new inspections.

Restaurant inspections / Hospital

South Shore Hospital

8012 S Crandon Ave, Chicago 60617 · Risk 1 (High)

Pass

Most recent result

Aug 17, 2026

Inspections on record

Times passed

Times failed

Violations cited on Aug 17, 2026

#38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15 OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR THAT LEADS TO THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER UNABLE TO CLOSE PROPERLY AND IS MAINTAINED OPEN DUE TO THE DOOR BEING DAMAGED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND ALWAYS CLOSE ALL OUTER OPENINGS PROPERLY TO AVOID POSSIBLE PEST ENTRY.
#47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-101.19 OBSERVED GASKETS LOOSE ON THE DOORS OF THE 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN THE FRONT CUSTOMER SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
#49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11 OBSERVED LOWER STORAGE SHELVES FOR EQUIPMENT WITH ACCUMULATED DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
#51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15 OBSERVED A LEAK ON A PIPE THAT IS LOCATED AT THE BOTTOM OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
#55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11 OBSERVED A WALL IN POOR REPAIR BEHIND THE 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATED BEHIND THE CUSTOMER SERVICE COUNTER IN THE CUSTOMER CAFETERIA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WALL AND REPLACE COVING. 6-501.12 OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS ON THE FLOOR IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS.

Inspection history

Date	Type	Result	Risk
Aug 17, 2026	Canvass Re-Inspection	Pass	Risk 1 (High)
Aug 10, 2026	Canvass	Fail	Risk 1 (High)
Aug 4, 2025	Canvass Re-Inspection	Pass	Risk 1 (High)
Jul 23, 2025	Canvass	Fail	Risk 1 (High)
May 6, 2024	Canvass Re-Inspection	Pass	Risk 1 (High)
Apr 29, 2024	Canvass	Fail	Risk 1 (High)
Apr 11, 2023	Canvass Re-Inspection	Pass	Risk 1 (High)
Apr 3, 2023	Canvass	Fail	Risk 1 (High)
Sep 13, 2022	Canvass	Pass	Risk 1 (High)
Jul 16, 2019	Canvass	Pass w/ Conditions	Risk 1 (High)
Jun 22, 2018	Canvass	Pass	Risk 1 (High)
May 24, 2017	Canvass	Pass	Risk 1 (High)
Mar 25, 2016	Canvass	Pass	Risk 1 (High)
Jun 16, 2015	Complaint	Pass w/ Conditions	Risk 1 (High)
Mar 12, 2015	Canvass	Pass	Risk 1 (High)
Aug 18, 2014	Canvass	Pass	Risk 1 (High)
Oct 17, 2013	Complaint	Pass	Risk 1 (High)
Feb 26, 2013	Complaint	Pass	Risk 1 (High)
Jul 31, 2012	Canvass	Pass w/ Conditions	Risk 1 (High)
Aug 23, 2010	Canvass	Pass	Risk 1 (High)
Feb 17, 2010	Short Form Complaint	Pass	Risk 1 (High)

Source

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Inspection records are published by the Chicago Department of Public Health. A failed inspection does not necessarily mean an establishment closed — most are re-inspected after correcting violations.

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South Shore Hospital — questions

Did South Shore Hospital pass its last health inspection?: South Shore Hospital at 8012 S Crandon Ave was inspected on Aug 17, 2026 by the Chicago Department of Public Health and the result was "Pass". Across 21 inspections on record it has failed 4 times.
What violations were cited at South Shore Hospital?: The most recent inspection cited 5 violations, beginning with: INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15 OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR THAT LEADS TO THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER UNABLE TO CLOSE PROPERLY AND IS MAINTAINED OPEN DUE TO THE DOOR BEING DAMAGED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND ALWAYS CLOSE
What does "Risk 1 (High)" mean?: Chicago assigns every food establishment a risk category based on how much food handling it does. Risk 1 (High) covers full-service restaurants and is inspected most often; Risk 2 (Medium) and Risk 3 (Low) — such as places serving only pre-packaged food — are inspected less frequently.
Where does this inspection data come from?: The City of Chicago publishes every food-establishment inspection it performs, including the result and the full text of any violations cited. This page reads that dataset directly and updates as the city posts new inspections.

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