Fred & Jack's El Gran Burrito

7600 S Yale Ave, Chicago, IL 60620
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Oct 10, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Fred & Jack's El Gran Burrito has 28 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The most recent report on file is from Oct 10, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly five violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean”, which has been cited 12 times.

The city-wide average is 81, putting Fred & Jack's El Gran Burrito squarely in typical territory. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

28
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 10, 2025
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: BOTTOM OF TABLE HOLDING GRILL TO REMOVE RUST OBSERVED, BOTTOM AREA OF FRYERS, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF GRILL AND FRYERS, AREA UNDER GRILL, FAN COVERS INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED, BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS AND CAN OPENER BLADE AT REAR PREP TABLE; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE COLD WATER FAUCET KNOB IN THE REAR PREP AREA AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN POOR REPAIR; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE KNOB.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIORS OF ALL LIGHT SHIELDS WHERE NEEDED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN CORNER AREAS, AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER UNDER THE SHELVES AND EXHAUST FAN ON THE CEILING OF THE WASHROOM TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
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82
Jul 14, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: BOTTOM OF TABLE HOLDING GRILL TO REMOVE RUST OBSERVED, BOTTOM AREA OF FRYERS, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF GRILL AND FRYERS, AREA UNDER GRILL, FAN COVERS INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED, BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS AND CAN OPENER BLADE AT REAR PREP TABLE; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE COLD WATER FAUCET KNOB IN THE REAR PREP AREA AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN POOR REPAIR; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE KNOB.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIORS OF ALL LIGHT SHIELDS WHERE NEEDED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN CORNER AREAS, AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT.
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86
Jul 8, 2024
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP IN RIGHT CORNER OF REAR DOOR MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING.
38
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-305.11 : MUST ELEVATE FOOD PRODUCTS FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER "6" OFF OF FLOOR
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90
Jun 13, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 2- DOOR PREP COOLERAT 63.5F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON UNIT.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW.ONCE REPAIRED EMAIL:FOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE OF 2- DOOR PREP COOLER SUCH AS 2LBS. DICED TOMATO-51.8F.4LBS. RAW STEAK-60.1F.2LBS. PRIME RIB STEAK-60.3F.2LBS. RAW CHICKEN-53.6F.5LBS. PRE- COOKED CHICKEN WINGS-54.9F.1.5LBS. CUT LETTUCE & TOMATO-61.9F.3LBS. BREADED STEAK-64.2F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. APPX.19.5LBS. $73. (PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
22
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,GRILL TABLE,POTATO PEELER,LOWER SODA MACHINE CABINET.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD SPLATTER FROM WALL NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
55
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND SINK IN TOILET ROOM.
10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT FRONT HAND WASHING SINK.
10
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL SQUEEZE BOTTLES WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A GAP IN RIGHT CORNER OF REAR DOOR MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING.
38
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE FOOD PRODUCTS FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER "6" OFF OF FLOOR.
39
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOP STORED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE MUST STORE IN A CLEAN CONTAINER.
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Jun 26, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRY CUTTER DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.
16
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKY PIPES UNDERNEATH THE 2 & 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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90
Aug 26, 2022
Reinspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS STILL NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT # 2562506 ON 8-19-22: 57-OBSERVED NO VALID FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AVAILABLE. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. 58-OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AVAILABLE FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
60
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-903.11 (A;B;D) Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT LARGE BUSS PANS ON OVERHEAD SHELF IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE WATER FROM FLOOR AND KEEP DRY.
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Aug 19, 2022
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 12LBS. COOKED HAMBURGERS 129.4F-131.0F.21LBS. COOKED STEAK 105.4F ON TOPSIDE AND GRILL OF STOVE.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE. APPX. 33LBS. $160.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS .5LBS. DICED TOMATO 46.4F. TOPSIDE OF PREP COOLER.20LBS. COOKED POTATOES 47.8F. IN WALK IN COOLER. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX.20.5LBS. $27.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS(CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION)
22
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS STILL NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT # 2524054 ON 8-16-21: 57-OBSERVED NO VALID FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AVAILABLE. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. 58-OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AVAILABLE FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 30 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS, CEILINGS,AND BOXES ,EXTERIOR OF WALK IN COOLER IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. APPX. 6-8 LIVE LARGE FLIES FLYING AROUND PREMISES. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 8/19/22.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING HAND WASHING SIGN IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
10
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT LARGE BUSS PANS ON OVERHEAD SHELF IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.
44
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE 2- DOOR PREP COOLER DOORS NOT CLOSING PROPERLY IN FRONT PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF GRILL TABLE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM NOZZLES ON SODA MACHINE,POTATO PEELER,GRILL TABLES, PREP TABLES,FRYER CABINETS,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE BLACK BUILD UP ON CAULK AROUND 2- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE AT GREASE TRAP,ALONG WALLS IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA AND FLOOR TROUT IN FRONT PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE WATER FROM FLOOR AND KEEP DRY.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST PLACE COOKING EQUIPMENT COMPLETELY UNDER VENTILATION HOOD.
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Aug 16, 2021
Complaint
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2509706 ON 5-14-21: 57-OBSERVED NO VALID FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AVAILABLE. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. 58-OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AVAILABLE FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS IN SLIDING DOOR REACH-IN AND PREP COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE OPERABLE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
36
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE CONTAINERS NOT INVERTED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
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82
May 14, 2021
Complaint
1 critical violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONE CONTAINER OF RAW CHICKEN (51F) AND ONE CONTAINER OF CHICKEN WINGS (52.3F)STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE IN PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD APPROXIMATELY 20LBS AND $40 OF PRODUCT. ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY AND SERVICE. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
22
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGN AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.
10
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS IN SLIDING DOOR REACH-IN AND PREP COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE OPERABLE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
36
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL STOCK SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
39
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
41
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE CONTAINERS NOT INVERTED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
45
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CONDENSATION WASTE LINE NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED AND DRAINING INSIDE BULK CONTAINER IN WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
47
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AVAILABLE. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AVAILABLE. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Apr 8, 2021
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGN AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.
10
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS IN SLIDING DOOR REACH-IN AND PREP COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE OPERABLE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
36
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL STOCK SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
41
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE CONTAINERS NOT INVERTED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
45
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CONDENSATION WASTE LINE NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED AND DRAINING INSIDE BULK CONTAINER IN WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
47
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AVAILABLE. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AVAILABLE. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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67
Aug 4, 2020
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: nspector Comments: Violation Codes: 4-204.112(B) Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR SLIDING GLASS REACH IN COOLER.
36
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE
37
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON REACH IN FREEZER.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF GRILL TABLE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.17 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON REAR DELIVERY DOOR.
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82
Jul 9, 2020
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-204.112(B) Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR SLIDING GLASS REACH IN COOLER.
36
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE
37
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON REACH IN FREEZER.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF GRILL TABLE.
47
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.17 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON REAR DELIVERY DOOR.
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82
Jul 2, 2020
Routine
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 3LBS. COOKED PATTY SAUSAGES AT 116.8F INSIDE OF HOT HOLDING UNIT.MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.APPX.3LBS. $9.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 1.5LBS. COOKED DICED SAUSAGES 52.5F & .5LB. FULLY COOKED DICED HAM 46.4F INSIDE OF 1- DOOR PREP COOLER.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 2LBS. $6.(CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION )(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 1- DOOR PREP COOLER AT 51.2F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE. A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT.ONCE REPAIRED FAX OR EMAIL LETTER WHEN READY.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON REAR DELIVERY DOOR.
55
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR SLIDING GLASS REACH IN COOLER.
36
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON REACH IN FREEZER.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF GRILL TABLE.
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: Stay at Home; Social Distancing Requirements; and Essential Businesses and Operations 15. Social Distancing, Face Covering, and PPE Requirements. OBSERVED OVER CROWDING OF CUSTOMERS INSIDE OF PREMISES NOT ABLE TO SOCIAL DISTANCE.NO 6FT FOOT MARKINGS ON FLOOR.MUST PROVIDE PROPER 6FT.DISTANCE FOR CUSTOMERS.(7-28-060)
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50
Aug 20, 2019
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: FOUND WIPING CLOTHS NOT PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION (MUST BE AT THE REQUIRED PPM) WHEN NO IN USE. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN THE CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENT WITH FOOD, DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.
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Dec 7, 2018
Routine
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY POSTED NOR A DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS (EGGS, BEEF) THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW. INSTRUCTED TO POST A CONSUMER ADVISORY AND ADD A DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON THE MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT OR DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR BY THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NEEDS TO BE RE-GROUTED. INSTRUCTED REPAIR. OBSERVED STANDING WATER UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STANDING WATER.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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67
Sep 19, 2017
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS AROUND NOZZLES ATTACHED ON SODA MACHINE IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN,SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES ABOVE POTATO RACK IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINK IN REAR FOOD PREP/DISHWASHING AREA; ONE HANDSINK LOCATED BEHIND CASH REGISTER. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL ONE MORE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA FOR CONVENIENCE AND EASILY ACCESSIBLE USE.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN THERMOMETER IN HOT HOLDING MACHINE ABOVE HOT HOLDING TABLE IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ACCURATE THERMOMETER.
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Jan 15, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE GASKET TORN ON THE TACO PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN THE GASKET.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR TILES MISSING GROUT AND CAUSING POOLING WATER BETWEEN FLOOR TILES WHEN MOPPING IN THE DISH AREA AND NEAR THE BACK DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN GROUT BETWEEN FLOOR TILES.
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90
Jan 23, 2015
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: REPAIR OR REPLACE FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN THE REAR OF PREMISES NEXT TO ICE MACHINE
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Mar 11, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE WORN RUBBER GASKET ON TALL REACH IN COOLER NEXT TO EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK. MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST FIX AND MAINTAIN THE LEAK AT THE PIPE UNDER THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK.
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90
Jul 31, 2013
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Mar 14, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELD MISSING AT CEILING IN SODA/ICE CREAM AREA. MUST REPLACE.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOP OBSERVED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE. MUST PROPERLY STORE.
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86
Sep 21, 2012
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Aug 16, 2012
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND THE FOLLOWING PRE-COOKED FOODS STORED IN 2-DOOR COOLER AND WALK-IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES: CHICKEN WINGS-44.5F,STEAK-63.1F, STEAK-56.1F, STEAK-55.1F, CHICKEN WINGS-45.6F, BBQ PORK-63.1F - ALL PRE-COOKED FOODS STORED IN COOLERS MUST BE PLACED IN SHALLOW PANS, LABELED AND DATED WITH TIME TO AID IN KEEPING UP WITH THE 6 HOUR TIME FRAME FOR PROPER COOLING(140F-70F IN 2 HOURS, 70F-40F IN 4 HOURS). ALL PRODUCTS FOUND AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED(50LB VALUED AT $100.00). CITATION ISSUED-CRITICAL 7-38-005(A).
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OVERFLOWING TRASH OBSERVED IN GARBAGE DUMPSTER IN OUTSIDE CORALE, LIDS MUST BE KEPT SHUT ON DUMPSTERS AND BOXES SHOULD BE BROKEN DOWN-CITATION ISSUED-SERIOUS 7-38-020.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPAIR HOLE IN LOWER SECTION OF WALL UNDERNEATH AND IN SOUTHWEST CORNER UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE BLINKING LIGHTS IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA, AND CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS WHERE NEEDED.
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Jul 14, 2011
Tag Removal
4 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPAIR RIGHT BOTTOM CORNER OF REAR EXIT DOOR
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHTSHIELDS THRU-OUT NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: ATTACH SELF-CLOSING DEVICE TO WASHROOM DOOR.
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Jul 12, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FOUND REFRIGERATED PREP TABLE BY GRILL HOLDING AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 47.8F, 2-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER BY WINDOW HOLDING AT 54.1F, AND WALK-IN COOLER HOLDING AT 48.9F. SMALL REFRIGERAT3D PREP TABLE'S TEMPERATURE DIAL WAS TURNED UP AND UNIT NOW HOLDING AT ADEQUATE TEMPERATURE OF 38.6; CAN RESUME NORMAL USE OF THIS UNIT. REFRIGERATION REPAIRMEN ARRIVED DURING INVESTIGATION, 2-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER MUST REMAIN TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. RIGHT HOPPER OF SOFT-SERVE MACHINE FOUND HOLDING AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE, PRODUCT TEMPERATURE FOUND AT 48.7F-INSTRUCTED TO EMPTY MACHINE AND HAVE UNIT SERVICED - CITATION ISSUED-CRITICAL 7-38-005(A)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING ITEMS FOUND IN SMALL REFRIGERATED PREP TABLE AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: SOUR CREAM-50.1F, CUT TOMATOES-47.7F, CUT TOMATOES-47.5F, AND CUT TOMATOES-47.7F. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS FOUND IN WALK-IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES: PARTIALLY-COOKED STEAK WITH ONIONS-50.1F-54.8F(105LB), PARTIALLY COOKED CHICKEN WINGS-50.6F & 50.1F(40LB),POLISHES-49.8F-52.1F(20LB), EGGS-49.8F(20 DOZEN). THE FOLLOWING ITEMS FOUND IN THE 2-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES: POLISHES-50.3F - 53.3F(100LB), PRE-COOKED CHICKEN-82.3F-98.7(80LB), TACO MEAT-53.0F-89.0(120LB), PRE-COOKED SAUSAGE-53.8F(10LB), HAM-50.1-52.3F(20LB), -ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 40 DEGREES OR BELOW IN COOLERS AND ALL PRE-COOKED FOODS MUST BE COOLED WITHIN 6 HOURS AS FOLLOWS(140F-70F IN 2 HOURS AND FROM 70F-40F IN 4 HOURS). ALL PRE-COOKED FOODS SHOULD ALSO HAVE TIMES PRODUCT START THE COOLING PROCESS(ONCE IT FALLS BELOW 140 DEGREES)-CITATION ISSUED-CRITICAL 7-38-005(A)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: SOFT-SERVE MIX IN WALK-IN COOLER FOUND AT 49.5F, MILK-52.6F, BUTTERMILK -52.7F - INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD ALL PRODUCT AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE-CITATION ISSUED-CRITICAL 7-38-005(B1)
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPAIR RIGHT BOTTOM CORNER OF REAR EXIT DOOR
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: ATTACH SELF-CLOSING DEVICE TO WASHROOM DOOR.
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Jun 30, 2011
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: LABEL AND DATE ALL COOKED AND PREPARED FOODS STORED IN ALL COOLERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: LEVEL ALL GROUT ON FLOOR IN REAR ALONG WALL BASE TO PREVENT WATER FROM PUDDLING.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN CUSTOMER WAITING AREA.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: KEEP THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS & FREEZERS.
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Apr 11, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: LABEL AND DATE ALL COOKED AND PREPARED FOODS STORED IN COOLERS.
30
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: LEVEL GROUT IN FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES TO PREVENT WATER FROM PUDDLING.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN CUSTOMER WAITING AREA.
35
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
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Aug 4, 2010
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: UPRIGHT REACH IN COOLER IN POOR REPAIR, AIR TEMPERATURE 57.9F. UNIT TAGGED AT THIS TIME. INSTD NOT TO USE UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CDPH. INSTD TO FAX LETTER TO 312 746-4240 TO REQUEST REINSPECTION. UNIT MUST BE REPAIRED AND ABLE TO MAINTAIN PRODUCT TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005A CRITICAL
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN COOLER: 10LBS OF HAM 57.9F, 10LBS OF SAUSAGE 54.9F, 3LBS OF STEAK 54.9F. MGR DISPOSED OF AND DENATURED SAME. APPROX 23LBS 100 VALUE. INSTD TO MAINTAIN PRODUCT TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005A CRITICAL
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: INSTD TO LABEL AND DATE ALL COOKED FOODS IN COOLER.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: CLEAN EQUIPMENT OF FLOOR. INSTD TO ELEVATE SAME.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CRACKED FLOOR TILES IN REAR BY 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR SAME.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHTSHIELDS THRU-OUT NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: THERMOMETERS MISSING IN COOLERS. PROVIDE SAME.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fred & Jack's El Gran Burrito last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fred & Jack's El Gran Burrito on file is from Oct 10, 2025. The public record contains 28 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fred & Jack's El Gran Burrito?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 12 times, more than any other issue at Fred & Jack's El Gran Burrito.

Has Fred & Jack's El Gran Burrito's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Fred & Jack's El Gran Burrito have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Fred & Jack's El Gran Burrito 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 Fred & Jack's El Gran Burrito inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Fred & Jack's El Gran Burrito is inspected around two times per year on average.