Fun Wash
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2025
95
Score
Inspectors have visited Fun Wash 11 times, with records going back to 2011. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 11, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to two violations per visit.
“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.
Fun Wash's latest score of 95 sits above the Chicago average of 81. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspection History
Mar 11, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Mar 5, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: 8-404.13(B:3) OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2612661 DATED 2/24/25; 38-6-501.111 OBSERVED NO UP-TO-DATE PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK WITH SERVICE REPORTS PROVIDED FOR THE INSPECTOR'S REVIEW. THE PERSON IN CHARGE PROVIDED A PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK WITH SERVICE REPORTS FROM 2019 AND 2018 AND THE STATE LICENSE FROM 2019. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A MOST RECENT PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK WITH THE MOST RECENT SERVICE REPORT AND UP-TO-DATE PEST CONTROL STATE LICENSE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 OBSERVED THE HOT WATER NOT TURNING ON PROPERLY AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Feb 24, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.111 OBSERVED NO UP-TO-DATE PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK WITH SERVICE REPORTS PROVIDED FOR THE INSPECTOR'S REVIEW. THE PERSON IN CHARGE PROVIDED A PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK WITH SERVICE REPORTS FROM 2019 AND 2018 AND THE STATE LICENSE FROM 2019. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A MOST RECENT PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK WITH THE MOST RECENT SERVICE REPORT AND UP-TO-DATE PEST CONTROL STATE LICENSE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(C).
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 OBSERVED THE HOT WATER NOT TURNING ON PROPERLY AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Dec 18, 2019
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURES FOR CLEANING UP VOMIT, AND DIARRHEA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE TO PROVIDE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES AT THIS TIME, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010, NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE AT THIS TIME, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON PREMISES AT THIS TIME, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM TRASH RECEPTACLE WITHOUT LID, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CRACKED FLOOR TILE IN THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Aug 2, 2016
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NOZZLES FOR DRINK MACHINE WITH ACCUMULATED DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS WITH ACCUMULATED DIRT DEBRIS BEHIND AND UNDER THE ICE MACHINE INSIDE OF SHELVES BEHIND THE COUNTER AND UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER FOR REFRIGERATOR UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 26, 2016
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BLACK SUBSTANCE ON AND AROUND THE ICE MAKER INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICEE DRINK MACHINE WITH ACCUMULATED DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN EXTERIOR OF MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NOZZLES FOR DRINK MACHINE WITH ACCUMULATED DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS WITH ACCUMULATED DIRT DEBRIS BEHIND AND UNDER THE ICE MACHINE INSIDE OF SHELVES BEHIND THE COUNTER AND UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER FOR REFRIGERATOR UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 24, 2015
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND STORAGE SHELVES UNDER FRONT COUNTER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AROUND REFRIGERATOR, FREEZER UNDER STORAGE SHELVES AND SINKS IN PREP AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTERPROOF BULBS IN PREP AREA.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Dec 5, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: ALL RAW WOOD SURFACES AT REAR CANDY ROOM(STORAGE SHELVES, ETC) MUST BE SEALED/PAINTED SO AS SURFACE TO BE SMOOTH EVEN, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: THE WOMENS WASHROOM DOOR DOES NOT CLOSE BY ITSELF, INSTALL A DOOR CLOSING DEVICE AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR VENTILATION FANS IN BOTH WASHROOMS AND MAINTAIN. REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE HANDSINK CABINET INSIDE THE MENS WASHROOM AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER NOTED AT REAR STORAGE ROOMS. INSTD TO REMOVE ANY UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND ORGANIZE AREA AND ELEVATE STORED ARTICLES 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS FOR EASIER CLEANING.
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Nov 18, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NEED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE SODA NOZZLES AT SNACK BAR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NEED TO CLEAN ALL DUSTY CEILING VENTS,FANS AND REMOVE ALL GRAFFITI TILES IN IN THE RESTROOMS. ALSO NEED TO FILL ALL HOLES IN DRY WALL THRU-OUT LAUNDRY.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MENS ROOM HANDSINK LEAKING AT P-TRAP NEED TO REPAIR.
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Mar 23, 2011
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. THE WALLS AND CEILING NOT CLEAN AND ALSO SOME CEILING TILES ARE STAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.
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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. THE BACK AREA HAS A LOT OF CLUTTER AND OLD EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE OLD UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND CLEAN AND ORGANIZE SO NO INSECT OR RODENT HARBORAGE.
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Mar 16, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
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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. THE OUT SIDE DUMPSTER IS MISSING ONE LID (COVER) AND THE OTHER FIVE COVERS WERE NOT CLOSED AND NOT RODENT PROOFED. INSTRUCTED TO CALL YOUR WASTE COMPANY TO COME HERE AND PROVIDE A NEW COVER. MANAGER CLOSED THE OTHER COVERS DURING INSPESTION. SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN 7-38-020H000063645 17 COURT DATE 04/28/11 AT 9:00AM ROOM112 400 WEST SUPERIOR CHICAGO,IL OR YOU MAY PAY THE FINE BY MAIL SEE THE BACK OF THE CITATION. I
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. THE ICE MACHINE, REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZER, POP MACHINE AND NOZZLES, CHILLY WILLY SOFT ICE MACHINE AND HOT HOLDING UNIT NOT CLEAN HAS DUST AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THEM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE SAME.
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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. CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER THE SHELVES IN THE PREP AREA AND THROUGHOUT PREMISES HAS DUST AND DIRT ON THEM.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. THE WALLS AND CEILING NOT CLEAN AND SOME CEILING TILES ARE STAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: None of the operations connected with food establishments shall be conducted in any room used as living or sleeping quarters. BOTH TOILET ROOMS DOORS NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SPRING OR OTHER DOOR CLOSERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. THE BACK AREA HAS A LOT CLUTTER AND OLD EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE OLD UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND CLEAN AND ORGNIZE SO NO INSECT OR RODENT HARBORAGE.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fun Wash last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fun Wash on file is from Mar 11, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fun Wash?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Fun Wash.
Has Fun Wash's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Fun Wash have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Fun Wash 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 Fun Wash inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Fun Wash is inspected about once every two years on average.
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