Chicago Mini Mart

5511 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Jun 26, 2020
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Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Chicago Mini Mart has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on Jun 26, 2020. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings. Public records show no inspections at Chicago Mini Mart since Jun 26, 2020, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around five violations each, up from closer to two violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events”, showing up three times.

That's lower than the typical Chicago restaurant, which scores around 81. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 26, 2020
Reinspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID PROCEDURE ALONG WITH REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR CLEAN-UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: NOTED THE BATHROOM DOOR AT THE REAR AREA NOT SELF CLOSING DUE TO BROKEN CLOSURE DEVICE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE DOOR AND MAINTAIN
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE WITH COVER FOR SANITARY NAPKINS IN UNISEX BATHROOM
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED HEAVY CLUTTER THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT ON FLOORS INSIDE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND IN STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY OR UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST UPGRADE HOUSING KEEPING.
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Jun 23, 2020
Reinspection
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID PROCEDURE ALONG WITH REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR CLEAN-UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
5
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2373561 06/11/2020 NOT CORRECTED. VIOLATION #38 OBSERVED THAT PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK IS MISSING REQUIRED INFORMATION.MISSING RECORD OF VISITS, MISSING COPY OF SERVICE TICKET THAT SETS FORTH PEST CONTROL IDPH LICENSE NUMBER VIOLATION #54 OBSERVED THAT FACILITY DOESNT HAVE COMMERCIAL TRASH RECEPTACLE. BY STATEMENT OF OWNER THEY USING BUILDING CONTAINER BUT NO COPY OF CONTRACT PROVIDED. FACILITY FAILED TO PROVIDE REQUIRED INFORMATION IN TIMELY MEANER . PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-42-090.NO CITATION ISSUED
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE WITH COVER FOR SANITARY NAPKINS IN UNISEX BATHROOM
53
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: NOTED THE BATHROOM DOOR AT THE REAR AREA NOT SELF CLOSING DUE TO BROKEN CLOSURE DEVICE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE DOOR AND MAINTAIN
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED HEAVY CLUTTER THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT ON FLOORS INSIDE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND IN STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY OR UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST UPGRADE HOUSING KEEPING.
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Jun 11, 2020
Routine
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: NO PREVIOUS INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT POSTED ON SITE FROM 10-25-10,REPORT #391247. NEW SUMMARY REPORT GIVEN AND POSTED PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-42-010(B),NO CITATION ISSUED
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THAT PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK IS MISSING REQUIRED INFORMATION.MISSING RECORD OF VISITS, MISSING COPY OF SERVICE TICKET THAT SETS FORTH PEST CONTROL IDPH LICENSE NUMBER. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ALL REQUIRED PEST CONTROL RECORDS AND DOCUMENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38.020 (C) NO CITATION ISSUED
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THAT FACILITY DOESNT HAVE COMMERCIAL TRASH RECEPTACLE. BY STATEMENT OF OWNER THEY USING BUILDING CONTAINER BUT NO COPY OF CONTRACT PROVIDED. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(b) NO CITATION ISSUED
54
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID PROCEDURE ALONG WITH REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR CLEAN-UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
5
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE WITH COVER FOR SANITARY NAPKINS IN UNISEX BATHROOM
53
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: NOTED THE BATHROOM DOOR AT THE REAR AREA NOT SELF CLOSING DUE TO BROKEN CLOSURE DEVICE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE DOOR AND MAINTAIN
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED HEAVY CLUTTER THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT ON FLOORS INSIDE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND IN STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY OR UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST UPGRADE HOUSING KEEPING.
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Oct 25, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Oct 14, 2010
License
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.//NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK FOR BUSINESS OR SERVICE
18
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance.//NO LICENSE DISPOSAL SERVICES FOR BUSINESS
19
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.//NO PAPPER TOWEL HOLDER IN RESTROOM /CONTER TOP IN FRONT NEED PAINTING
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.//FLOORS IN BASEMENT NEED CLEANING
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.//OBSERVED CLUTTER IN BASEMENT AREA HOT WATER TANK IN BASEMENT AREA
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No smoking regulations
Inspector notes: Smoking shall be prohibited in all public places except in designated smoking areas.//NO NO SMOKING SIGNS ON PREMISES & DOORS
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Oct 12, 2010
License
No violations found.
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Jul 26, 2010
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chicago Mini Mart last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chicago Mini Mart on file is from Jun 26, 2020. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chicago Mini Mart?

Across the inspection record, “procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chicago Mini Mart.

Has Chicago Mini Mart's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Chicago Mini Mart have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chicago Mini Mart means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.