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Five Guys Burgers & Fries

22 S Clinton St, Chicago, IL 60661
American
Last inspected: Jan 23, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show 12 inspections at Five Guys Burgers & Fries stretching back to 2016. On Jan 23, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

The pattern that stands out is “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Five Guys Burgers & Fries on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

12
Inspections
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Inspection History
Jan 23, 2025
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Nov 6, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 27, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: FOUND DINE IN RESTAURANT WITHOUT A WRITTEN PROTOCOL FOR IMPLEMENTING AND ENFORCING THE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS ORDER. SUCH WRITTEN RECORD SHALL BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION UPON REQUEST OF ANY CITY OFFICIAL AUTHORIZED TO ENFORCE THIS ORDER. PUBLIC HEALTH ORDER. 2021-2.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FOUND MIDDLE BASIN AT 3 COMP SINK SLOW DRAINING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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90
Jan 10, 2020
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 13, 2019
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO CLEAN UP KIT OR PROCEDURES ONSITE FOR VOMITING OR DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE KIT AND POST PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
5
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LEAKY SPRAYER AT 3-COMP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOORS IN FRONT & REAR PREP AREAS, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
55
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ARE REQUIRED FOR EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE ONLINE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE.
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78
Apr 18, 2018
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 10, 2018
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: Observed small live fly activity in the following areas: *20 or more along walls and ceiling junction, in rear dish washing area and rear dry storage area on ceiling above ice machine. *10 or more in dining area near ketchup dispenser unit, along walls and ceiling junction. Instructed manager to schedule visit with pest control operator to eliminate activity. Serious violation # 7-38-020
18
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed frozen dessert machine on site, in use, without proper plumbing. Must install faucet with hot and cold running water above the top of the machine to properly wash, rinse and sanitize. Must maintain same.
38
90
Jan 10, 2018
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jan 3, 2018
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Observed previous minor violations from report 2065092, date 6/27/17, not corrected: #38 Observed frozen desert machine on site, in use, without proper plumbing. Must install faucet with hot and cold running water above the top of the machine to properly wash, rinse and sanitize. Must maintain same. Instructed manager to correct violation by reinspection date. Serious violation #7-42-090
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed interior surfaces of ice tea dispensing machine located in front dining area with dried tea and scale deposits. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times.
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90
Jun 27, 2017
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed standing water under 3 compartment sink in rear prep area, and under/behind coke machines in front dining room. Must keep all floor dry and clean to prevent pest harborage. Must maintain same.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed frozen desert machine on site, in use, without proper plumbing. Must install faucet with hot and cold running water above the top of the machine to properly wash, rinse, and sanitize. Must maintain same.
38
90
Jun 8, 2016
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALUMINUM FOIL BEING USED TO LINE THE METAL RACK THAT IS USED FOR BUN STORAGE ON THE FLAT TOP GRILL. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE MATERIAL AND PROVIDE A SURFACE FOR THE BUNS THAT IS SMOOTH, DURABLE AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THAT NOT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MEET FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS. MUST PROPERLY TRAIN ALL FOOD HANDLERS.
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Mar 30, 2016
License
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN REMAINDER OF CONSTRUCTION DUST FROM PREP SURFACES, AND TO WASH AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES BEFORE USE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN CONSTRUCTION DUST AND DEBRIS FROM FLOORS THROUGHOUT.
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90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Five Guys Burgers & Fries last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Five Guys Burgers & Fries on file is from Jan 23, 2025. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Five Guys Burgers & Fries.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Five Guys Burgers & Fries have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Five Guys Burgers & 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 & Fries inspected?

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

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