Five Guys Burgers and Fries

703 S Seeley Ave, Chicago, IL 60612

American

Last inspected: Sep 10, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at Five Guys Burgers and Fries stretching back to 2021. The latest inspection on file is from Sep 10, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “city of chicago food service sanitation certificate” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Five Guys Burgers and Fries is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 10, 2025

Complaint

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

Inspector notes: 2-101.11 NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WAS PRESENT WHILE TCS FOODS (HAMBURGERS AND HOT DOGS) WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: 6-501.12 FLOORS NEED CLEANING AROUND THE SELF-SERVE POP MACHINE AND ALONG THE WALL UNDER THE 3 COMP SINK.

Sep 5, 2025

Complaint

2 minor violations.

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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WATER UNDERNEATH THE SELF-SERVE POP MACHINE, POSSIBLE LEAK. MUST FIND SOURCE AND REPAIR.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING AROUND THE SELF-SERVE POP MACHINE AND ALONG THE WALL UNDER THE 3 COMP SINK.

Oct 28, 2024

Routine

1 major violation.

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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WAS PRESENT WHILE TCS FOODS (HAMBURGERS AND HOT DOGS) WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

Feb 23, 2022

Routine

No violations found.

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Jun 9, 2021

Reinspection

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-102.14(O) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF DOUBLE ENTRY ,EMERGENCY AND REAR DOORS.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.

Jun 8, 2021

License

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

Inspector notes: PIC DOESN'T HAVE FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)

City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)

Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE CAULK AROUND PIPES IN REAR AREA TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.MUST PROVIDE A COVER TO OPEN OUTLET BOX UNDER SERVICE COUNTER.MUST GROUT FLOOR AT WINDOW IN DINING AREA.

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF DOUBLE ENTRY ,EMERGENCY AND REAR DOORS.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Five Guys Burgers and Fries last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Five Guys Burgers and Fries on file is from Sep 10, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Five Guys Burgers and Fries?

Across the inspection record, “city of chicago food service sanitation certificate” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Five Guys Burgers and Fries.

Has Five Guys Burgers and Fries' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Five Guys Burgers and Fries have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Five Guys Burgers and Fries means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Five Guys Burgers and Fries inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Five Guys Burgers and Fries is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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