Food code section 11

Food obtained from approved source

The 48th most-cited section of Chicago's food code over the last year.

Times cited170.0% of all citations

Inspections17carried this citation

Ended in a fail—too few inspections to rate

Rank#48of 58 sections in use

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Counted over Oct 13, 2025 to Oct 13, 2026. Inspection volume moves with the city's own scheduling, so a rise here is not necessarily a decline in standards.

Section numbers moved in 2018. Chicago renumbered its food code that July, so the same section number means something different in older inspections. Everything on this page is drawn from the last year only.

Recently cited

Let's Taco1149 W 69th St. · Restaurant
12 days agoFail
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  Observed person in charge without proof of food safety management training during time of inspection. Must provide.
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Observed facility food handlers preparing and handling time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods with no valid and original city of Chicago food service manager holder on site. Informed person in charge a valid and original city of Chicago food service certificate and its holder must remain posted on site during tcs food prep, cooking, serving and operating hours. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.
3. 11
  Food obtained from approved source
  Observed 9 containers of cake slices in display case for sale in the facility from an unknown unapproved source. Also noted 10 slices of cake in rear 2 door refrigerator without a business name and address of an approved facility. Instructed manager to discard and denature said items and to always purchase all food items from an approved source and approved facility. Manager discarded said items during the inspection. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-005
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed no current pest control logbook on the premises. Instructed person in charge that a licensed pest control company and operator must provide at least 2 pest inspections a year and the reports must be maintained in the logbook. Instructed to provide a current pest control logbook and pest inspection reports. Priority foundation 7-38-020(c). Citation issued.
5. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Noted heavy encrusted grease build-up in compartments under fryers. Instructed to deep clean and maintain.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Noted floors around 3 compartment sink grease trap, west wall storage racks and rear storage area in need of cleaning. Instructed to deep clean and maintain.
7. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Observed no proof of allergen training for cfm. Instructed all city of Chicago certified food managers obtain this certificate and maintain on site
Arzan Market4706-4708 N Kimball Ave · Grocery Store
13 days agoFail
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no exposed hand washing sinks located in the food prep areas and food service areas. Management instructed to install an exposed hand washing sink in all areas where food is prepared, served or where dishes are washed. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
2. 11
  Food obtained from approved source
  Observed several foods being sold on the retail shelves and in the display coolers from an unapproved source. Observed packaged snacks, yogurt drinks and bread with no label information or incomplete label information on them and no invoices provided stating where the food is produced. Management instructed that all food sold in the establishment must be from an approved source and properly labeled. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
3. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Observed incomplete label information provided on prepackaged foods (snacks, bread, drinks, raw meat) stored on the retail shelves and in the display coolers. Management instructed to properly label all prepackaged food items.
4. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed boxes of rice and meat stored on the floor in the rear prep area and walk-in cooler. Management instructed to store all food items at least 6" off of the floor.
5. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed raw meat and cut raw vegetables stored in plastic grocery bags in the walk-in cooler and freezers. Management instructed to use only food grade storage bags or containers.
6. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Clean all 3 basins of the 3-compartment sink. Clean the interior and exterior of the freezers in the rear food prep area. Clean all food prep tables and stand mixer, and wire storage racks in the walk-in cooler.
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Clean the dried animal blood on the floor of the walk-in cooler.
8. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Observed a food handling employee without a food handler training certificate. Management instructed that all food handling employees must provide proof of food handler training.
Taqueria La Herencia6828 S Pulaski Rd · Restaurant
1 month agoConditional
1. 11
  Food obtained from approved source
  Observed gallon of sour cream on site without label from commercial source. Instructed person in charge to dispose of sour cream and only obtain commercial sour cream from reputable source properly labeled with address, company name, and contact number. Priority foundation #7-38-005. Citation issued. Person in charge coluntarily disposed of gallon od sour cream at cost $20.
2. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed build of food residue on shelving in cooler. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Adom African Market4650 S Indiana Ave · Grocery Store
1 month agoFail
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  Observed no person in charge with valid Chicago food sanitation certificate.
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Observed facility food handlers preparing and handling time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods without original city of Chicago food service manager and certificate on site. (raw fish and other seafood. Also, hot holding fish and rice) informed person in charge city of Chicago original food service certificate must remain posted on site and certified manager on site during tcs food prep, cooking, serving and operating hours. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.
3. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed the following sinks not maintained with hot water: improper temperature of hot water observed at prep handsink (63f) and an employee washroom handsink (63f). Instructed person in charge hot water at all hand-washing sinks must be at least 100f. Service technician arrived on site and now all sinks are maintained between 102f - 105f. Priority violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
4. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no hanwashing signage at employee restroom washbowl or handsink at dishwash prep area. Instructed to provide and maintain.
5. 11
  Food obtained from approved source
  Observed approximately three containers of oxtails, rice, and bread dough for sale in the facility from an unknown unapproved source in rear of store. Also observed dried king fish for sale with no labels or proof of source. Instructed manager to discard and denature said items and to always purchase all food items from an approved source and approved facility. Manager discarded said items during the inspection. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-005 - cos.
6. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed evidence of rodent infestation on the premises. Observed approximately 150 mouse droppings on windowsills, along walls, inside refrigeration motor housing, on food equipment and throughout the store. Also observed approximately 100 rat droppings in the rear storage area under unsed shelves and throughout area. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings from all affected areas. Also observe approximately 20-30 large flies throughout premises. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity. Priority #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
7. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed a 1/4" gap at the bottom of all three rear exit doors. Must provide a tight fitting seal at all outer openings to prevent the entry of pests.
8. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed food containers stored on the floor inthrough out the store and storage areas. Instructed manager to properly store and protect food items from contamination while stored by elevating at least six inches from the floor on raised shelving units.
9. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Noted rear prep area not properly protected and enclosed. Instructed to provide additional barriers to properly protect the prep area from possible contamination. If rear storage area being converted to employee stock room, must provide barrier and or sinage to protect from possible contamination.
10. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed raw wood shelves, front counter floor, and fixtures throughout the store. Instructed to seal or paint to provide a smooth and easily cleanable surface. Whole produce display must be sealed with food safe product.
11. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed food debris and spills on shelving, in display cases, on meat slicers and meat saw, inside coolers ad freezers, and on the floors and surfaces throughout the facility. Instructed to detail clean under all shelving units, interior of all coolers including motor housing, window sills and all surfaces to remove spills, food debris, dirt buildup and/or grease. Must maintain at all times.
12. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed unused shelving and pallets piled up on floors throughout premises. Also noted clutter on windowsills, behind the front register, in the mopsink closet, in the furnace room, in storage areas, on the sales floor and throughout premises. Instructed manager to remove all unused articles and equipment to prevent pest harborage. Also instructed to remove bbq grill from premises.
13. +1 more
A.P. Deli INC. Xi1759 E 75th St · Restaurant
1 month agoFail
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  Observed person in charge without proof of food safety management training during time of inspection. Must provide.
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Observed facility food handlers preparing and handling time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods with no valid and original city of Chicago food service manager holder on site. Informed person in charge a valid and original city of Chicago food service certificate and its holder must remain posted on site during tcs food prep, cooking, serving and operating hours. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.
3. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  Observed no adequate supplies (disposable mop, disposable latex gloves, disposable mask, and adequate sanitizer *must eliminate norovirus*) and written clean up procedure on site to properly clean up any vomit or diarrhea events that can potentially occur inside of the food establishment. Instructed to provide adequate supplies for vomit and diarrhea clean up. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.
4. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed handsinks in front prep and rear disharea not stocked with hand soap. Informed person in charge that hand soap must be available at handsinks at all times.priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
5. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no paper towels at front prep area, rear disharea and toiletroom handsinks. Pic provided a roll of paper towels to inspector but could not supply all handsinks with dryin provisions at time of inspection. Informed person in charge that paper towels must be available at handsinks at all times. Priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued is combined with above vioaltion.
6. 11
  Food obtained from approved source
  Observed 6 containers of packaged banana cake slices in display case for sale in the facility from an unknown unapproved source. Also noted 4 whole cakes (2 german chocolate, 2 pound cakes) stored in walk-in cooler without a business name and address of an approved facility. Manager provided a picture of a receipt without the sources address. Instructed manager to discard and denature said items and to always purchase all food items from an approved source and approved facility. Manager discarded said items during the inspection. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-005
7. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed rusted storage racks and floors in walk-in cooler, surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.instructed to restore to smooth and easy to clean surface or replace and maintain
8. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Noted very slippery floors and food debris on floors throughout kitchen and prep area. Also noted stained ceiling tiles in toilet room. Instructed to deep clean floors and replace all broken/ stained tiles and maintain
9. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Noted loose mechanical ventilation in toilet room with heavy dust accumulating. Instructed to repair and clean
10. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Observed no proof of training for all food handlers. Instructed to provide and maintain records on site at all times.
Sinaloa Grocery Store INC4454 W Diversey Ave · Grocery Store
1 month agoFail
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  Observed person in charge without proof of food safety management training at the time of inspection. Must provide.
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Observed facility food handlers preparing and handling time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods without the original city of Chicago food service manager and certificate on site. Informed person in charge: city of Chicago original food service certificate must remain posted on site, and a certified manager must be on site during tcs food prep, cooking, serving, and operating hours. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.
3. 3
  Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
  Observed no written employee health policy on site. Instructed facility to establish an appropriate employee health policy and maintain verifiable, signed copies on site for all food employees in acknowledgment of the reporting agreement. Priority foundation violation #7-38-010. No citation issued.
4. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no handwashing signage at both prep handsinks and in the washroom. A sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees. Instructed to provide.
5. 11
  Food obtained from approved source
  Observed bags of tamales, bakery products, milk, and cheese products, with no label containing source, allergens, or ingredients. Instructed manager to discard and destroy said items and to always purchase all food items from an approved source and approved facility. Manager discarded said items during the inspection. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-005
6. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Observed facility without dishes and utensils and without an adequate 3-compartment dish sink. Facility is preparing tamales from frozen to hot, cutting vacuum-sealed cheeses, and melons. Informed that a 3-compartment sink shall be provided for manually washing, rinsing, and sanitizing equipment and utensils. Priority violation #7-38-025. Citation issued.
7. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Observed packaged bakery items not properly labeled. Instructed the person in charge to properly label all packaged food items with identity, net weight, ingredients, business name, and address where made and packaged.
8. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Small fly infestation. Observed small flies too numerous to count throughout premises, especially in rear produce area. Instructed to consult pest control, as additional services are needed to minimize or eliminate activity prior to re-inspection. Priority foundation violation #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
9. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed bulk food containers with broken and missing lids. Instructed to provide food-grade lids and/or coverings when storing all food items to prevent contamination.
10. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed produce container stored directly on top of open garbage. Instructed manager to properly store and protect food items from contamination while stored by elevating at least six inches from the floor on raised shelving units.
11. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed interior of all bulk storage containers in need of cleaning. Instructed to detail-clean, sanitize, and maintain.
12. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Must install mop sink with hot/cold running water and backflow prevention device and maintain.
13. +2 more
Kathy De's3642 S Parnell Ave · Restaurant
1 month agoConditional
1. 11
  Food obtained from approved source
  Unapproved source, found 20lbs of vacuum packaged dry sausage in front display cooler with no labels on packages, manager stated that " sausages are made at home" instructed manager to obtain food only from licensed food facility. Priority violation 7-38-005.
2. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Meat slicer not clean behind blade, instructed to clean and maintain.
3. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Restroom next to dish washing area not self-closing door, instructed to install a self-closing device.
Quick Food Mart 2, INC.547 N Kedzie Ave · Grocery Store
4 months agoConditional
1. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Observed no certified food manager on site with the original city of Chicago food service manager certificate, while open and operating. Instructed a city of Chicago certified food manager must be on site at all times with the original city of Chicago certified food manager certiticate while open and operating. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued
2. 11
  Food obtained from approved source
  Observed food on site prepared at home. Per person in charge at the time of the inspection food items are sometimes cooked at home and transported to facility. Found ground beef, italian beef, and nacho cheese on site.instructed all foom items must be prepared on site and never at home, per food code. Priority 7-38-005, citation issued
3. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Observed stove on site with no ventilation system above it. Instructed must install ventilation above stove in rear prep/dishwashing area and maintain.
Kido International Preschool, West Loop1000 W Washington Blvd · Children's Services Facility
5 months agoFail
1. 11
  Food obtained from approved source
  Premises plans on having catered cold/hot foods, however no verified signed contract on site for above location/specified address. Instd to provide verified contract and maintain. Priority violation 7-38-005
2. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  No mechanical equipment on site for hot food. Instd to provide mechanical equipment able to maintain tcs foods at 135f or above. Priority violation 7-38-005
Alatoo Restaurant5431 N East River Rd · Restaurant
5 months agoFail
1. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Observed no city of Chicago certified food manager certificate on site. Instructed manager to provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012
2. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  Observed no vomit and diarrhea clean up kit or instructions on site. Instructed manager to provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
3. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no hand washing sinks in convenient locations near 3 compartment sinks. Instructed manager to install hand washing sink near 3 compartment sink in front bar/prep area with 3 compartment sink and in rear dish area. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c)
4. 11
  Food obtained from approved source
  Observed leftover food in cooler from previous operator. No receipts or invoices provided as to the source of the food or how food was used. Food found included: unkown sauces, meat, produces, and cheeses. Instructed manager to discard all food products left by previous operator. Priority violation 7-38-005
5. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Observed several dishes left by previous operator with heavy soil build up. Instructed manager to wash, rinse, and sanitize or discard used dishes. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
6. 25
  Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
  Observed full menu not available. Instructed manager to provide full menu to determine consumer advisory requirements. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
7. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Observed several coolers not functioning. Instructed manager to ensure all coolers are functioning. Priroity violation 7-38-005
8. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  Observed no metal stem thermometer for measuring cold foods. Facility has 1 thermometer which starts at 50 f and goes up. Instructed manager to acquire metal stem thermometer capable of taking hot and cold food temperatures. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
9. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed no pest control logbook on site. Instructed manager to provide pest control logbook. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(c).
10. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed no drain plugs for 3 compartment sink in front bar area. Instructed manager to provide drain plugs for front 3 compartment sink area.
11. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed several utensils and equipment in upper storage area with heavy corrosion and dents. Food contact surfaces must be easily cleanable. Instructed manager to discard damaged utensils and equipment. Priority foudnation violation 7-38-025
12. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed large bowls which are too big for any 3 compartment sink. Instructed manager to create written clean in place procedure for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing bowls.
13. +11 more
Sunshines Place2902 W Roosevelt Rd · Restaurant
5 months agoConditional
1. 11
  Food obtained from approved source
  Observed food on site from an unapproved source. Found unlabeled packages of slices of chocolate cake stored on the food prep table in the rear food prep area. No invoice was provided for the items at the time of the inspection. Instructed food shall be obtained from sources that comply with law. Approximately 9lbs at $40 worth of product discarded. Priority 7-38-005, citation issued
2. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  Observed no ambient air thermometer in the hot holding unit and in the cold holding units in the rear food prep/ dishwashing area. Instructed to provide and maintain.
3. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed the left side of the splash guard of the handwashing sink in need of caulking. Observed water leaking through openings of the splash guard. Instructed to repair and maintain.
Super Mercado El Guerro1701 W 47th St · Grocery Store
6 months agoConditional
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Obstructed hand wash sink at main prep kitchen, a stack of bread crates placed infront of hand sink preventing access to wash hands as needed. Instructed mgr to keep all hand wash sinks unobstructed. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c).
2. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Additional hand wash sink is required in the basement's walk-in cooler where the meat grinder is located and meat is processed in.
3. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  No hands drying provision no paper towels provided in employees toilet room, instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c)
4. 11
  Food obtained from approved source
  Found a 10 lbs container of fresh oysters with no tag attached, unable to find tag that came with oysters, not keeping tags for 90 days of site. Instructed manager to keep oyster tag attached to product until sold and keep on file for 90 days. Priority violation 7-38-005. Oysters discarded valued at $30.
5. 15
  Food separated and protected
  Observed raw and cooked shrimp stored together without separation in seafood display case, raw beef stored above cheese in deli display case. Instructed manager to separate ready-to-eat food items from raw meats. Priority violation 7-38-005.
6. 48
  Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
  Using only sprayer to fill 3-comp sink, instructed to provide a faucet neck for easy filling.
7. 48
  Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
  No sink stoppers provided to 3-comp sink, instructed to provide for proper wash rinse and sanitize.
8. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Unable to locate the back flow prevention device for the ice maker in basement, instructed to install in a easy to view location.
9. 52
  Sewage & waste water properly disposed
  Minor leak noted at the 3-comp sink grease trap, instructed to repair and maintain.
10. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Minor leak noted at hand wash sink at main prep kitchen, instructed to repair. No splash guard installed between sink and cutting board at front vegetable prep station. Instructed to install.
95th Citgo2855-2863 E 95th St · Grocery Store
7 months agoFail
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  2-101.11 observed no person in charge on site. Instructed to always have a person in charge on duty at all times. Priority foundation. Citation issued under violation #2.
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  2-101.11 observed no city of Chicago food service sanitation manager on site nor an original/valid city of Chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate posted while tcs foods (cheese) are being prepared handled and served to the public. Instructed to always have a city of Chicago food service sanitation manager on site at all times the facility is open operating and preparing open foods (nachos with cheese and jalapenos) to the public. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-012.
3. 3
  Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
  2-102.14 observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to provide at all times. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-010.
4. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  2-501.11 observed no written procedure nor adequate supplies on site to properly respond to vomit and diarrhea accidents that can potentially occur inside of the facility. Instructed to provide at all times. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-005.
5. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  6-301.11 observed no handwashing cleanser available in the toilet room or by the food prep area handwashing sink. Instructed to provide handwashing cleanser at all handwashing sinks at all times. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-030(c).
6. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  6-301.12 observed no hand drying provision located at the handwashing sink in the food prep area and in the toilet room. Instructed to provide a hand drying provision at all handwashing sinks at all times. Priority foundation. Citation issued under violation above.
7. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  6-301.14 observed no handwashing sign in the toilet room. Instructed to provide.
8. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  5-203.11 observed the handwashing sink missing at the drink prep station where coffee and slushies are available for customer self service. Instructed to re-install the handwashing sink or remove self serve coffee and slushies. Priority foundation. Citation issued under violation above.
9. 11
  Food obtained from approved source
  3-201.11(a) observed pre-made deli meat sandwiches in a cold holding unit without a label containing the source of the foods. Employee could not provide a receipt for the source of said tcs foods being sold to the public. Instructed to always provide proof of an approved source for all foods being sold inside of the facility. Employee discarded said foods during the inspection. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-005.
10. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  3-501.16 observed tcs foods at inadequate cold holding temperatures located in a cold holding unit in the customer service area; about 50 lbs of deli meat lunchables, deli meat packages and prepackaged deli meat sandwiches ranging from 50f-56f, about 15 lbs of coffee creamer and milk at 51f, about 10 lbs of beef sausages at 53f and about 20 lbs of cheese at 52f. Instructed to discard and denature said tcs foods and always maintain all tcs foods at 41f or below at all times. Employee discarded said tcs foods during the inspection. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-005.
11. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  4-301.11 observed a cold holding unit with tcs foods inside, at an inadequate cold holding temperature of 53f during the inspection. Instructed to always maintain all cold holding units at 41f or below at all times. Unit tagged and held for inspection and may not be used. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-005.
12. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  4-302.12 observed the metal stem thermometer that is on site is not turning on. Instructed to provide a metal stem thermometer that is fully functional. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-005.
13. +9 more
Sharks Fish & Chicken119 E 75th St · Restaurant
8 months agoFail
1. 11
  Food obtained from approved source
  Observed approximately 8 containers of packaged taffy grapes for sale in the facility from an unknown unapproved source in front display cooler. Also noted about 30 containers of prepackaged spaghetti, tuna, crab, pasta salads and pudding. Person in charge could not provide an invoice for the taffy grapes during inspection. Instructed person in charge to properly label all packaged food items with identity, net weight, ingredients and major allergens listed, business name and address where made and packaged. Manager discarded and denatured items during the inspection. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-005
2. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Noted top interior of ice machine not clean. Instructed to remove ice, clean and sanitize all surfaces and maintain.
3. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed pest control logbook with reports from 3/5/25, 4/5/25 and 7/9/25; no 2026 service reports. All retail food establishments must maintain a log book which shall be kept for a period of twelve (12) months and include a copy of the service tickets and the pest control company’s Illinois department of public (idph) health license number. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation #7-38-020(c).
Aswaq Kan Zaman3952 N Harlem Ave · Grocery Store
9 months agoFail
1. 11
  Food obtained from approved source
  Observed approximately 8 containers of packaged "kuba" for sale in the facility from an unknown unapproved source in front freezer. All of the containers of kuba where not labeled. Inspector was informed by pic that it was prepared at home. Instructed manager to discard and denature said items and to always purchase all food items from an approved source and approved facility. Manager discarded said items during the inspection. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-005 - cos.
2. 36
  Thermometers provided & accurate
  Noted no metal stem thermometer on site to monitor the internal food temperature of cold held tcs foods delivered and sold. Thermometer on site measures temperatures 110 f - 220 f. Facility must obtain and maintain proper thermometers. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued
3. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Noted cutting board above 3 compartment sink and at meat prep table with deep cuts and stains. Instructed to restore to a smooth and easy to clean surface by sanding and resealing or replace and maintain.
4. 48
  Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
  Observed facility without a chemical test kit for chlorine sanitizer used at warewashing area. Informed person in charge a test kit that accurately measures the concentration in mg/l of sanitizing solution must be provided. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Noted excessive clutter in dishroom and rear storage. Instructed to remove all items unnecessary to business. Store kept items on proper shelving that is non-porous, smooth and easy to clean and a minimum of 6 inches off the floor
Whole Sale Market6355 S Cottage Grove Ave · Grocery Store
10 months agoFail
1. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  Observed no vomit and diarrhea clean up procedure posted on site or neccesary items outlined in the policy for responding to vomit and diarrheal events that can occur in the food establishment. Intructed to provide and maintain as required. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-005.citation issued.
2. 11
  Food obtained from approved source
  Observed prepackaged unlabeled meat products (whole chicken and various beef parts) in damaged/inadequate packaging stored inside reach in freezer in grocery. Pic unable to provide proof verifying that said food items were purchased from approved source to include supplier name, invoices, buyer specification, etc. Instructed to provide and maintain. Pic voluntarily discrded said food items. Total cost $1200. Priority violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued.
3. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  Observed the following c vioaltions not corrected from report #2615192 on 4/4/2025. They are as follows... 38)6-202.15observed the far rear exit door not rodent proofed at the bottom as required; instructed to rodent proof door to avoid possible rodent entry. 51)5-203.13 no utility sink on premises to be used to dispose of any wastewater; instructed to install with hot and cold running water and a backflow device on water line. 56)6-304.11 the mechanical ventilation fan in the washroom is not working properly. Instructed to correct violations. Priority foundation violation. #7-42-090. Citation issued.
Urban Essentials5300-5302 W Chicago Ave · Restaurant
11 months agoConditional
1. 8
  Hands clean & properly washed
  Observed food hanlders not washing hands when changing task. Observed food handlers touching glasses/face, on the phone, touching computer screen to take orders and then without washing hands started to prepare food/beverage items for customers. Instructed must wash hands after contaminating hands before preparing food items. Food handler washed hands after asked to. Priority 7-38-010, citation issued
2. 11
  Food obtained from approved source
  3-201.11 (a): observed food obtained from an unapproved source. The following food items are on display for sale: baked cookies and slices of cake and cookies in single plastic containers/bags at the front service counter with no labels or original boxes present. An inadequate invoice was provided that read diana's sweet boutique with no address, phone number or email address to confirm this is an approved food source. Must only provide food items from approved food sources and must provide adequate proof. All said food items were voluntarily discarded and denatured during inspection. Approximately 10 lbs of product were discarded at $80 worth of product. Priority violation 7-38-005, citation issued
3. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed the interior of the microwave with food splatters. Instructed to clean and maintain.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed the floor under the food prep table in the front with slight debris instructed to clean and maintain.

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