Harold's Chicken Shack
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2025
82
Score
Public records show 27 inspections at Harold's Chicken Shack stretching back to 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 5, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around 12 violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean”, showing up 26 times.
Harold's Chicken Shack's latest score is in line with the Chicago average of 81. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
27
Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2025
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-307.11 : MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK NEXT TO 3- COMPARTMENT SINK TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION.
39
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) : MUST DEFROST AND CLEAN CHEST FREEZER.MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM SERVICE COUNTER.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE, FLOUR AND DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 : MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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82
Feb 13, 2025
Complaint
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 19 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 30LBS. RAW PERCH AT 47.0F. INSIDE OF 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER.1LBS. COLE SLAW AT 61.1F ON PREP TABLE PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION )(COS)
22
Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF APPX. 20LBS. A VARIETY OF COOKED CHICKEN (LEGS,WINGS, TIGHS,BREAST)RANGING FROM 86.7F-104.0F INSIDE OF FRYER BASKETS UNDER LAMP.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE. APPX. 20LBS. $80.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
21
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT TO CHECK SANITIZING SOLUTION PPM'S AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
48
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES MUST BE PROVIDED AND MAINTAINED.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
5
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2588991 2/1/24 NOT CORRECTED.#37-3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.#47-4-201.11 : MUST REPLACE DAMAGED PLASTIC BINS TO BE IN GOOD REPAIR. #47-4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER.#47- 4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES AND RUST FROM PREP TABLES AND SHELVING UNITS.#49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINET,REACH IN COOLERS.#53-5-501.17 : MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH LID IN UNISEX TOILET ROOM. #55-6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN GREASE FROM WALL BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND DUST FROM UPPER WALL IN TOILET ROOM.#55-6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORTILES THROUGHOUT,STAINED & DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN LOBBY.#54-5-501.12 : OBSERVED OUTSIDE REAR YARD WITH MASSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER AGAINST BUILDING AND THROUGHOUT(ABANDON CARS,ARTICLES,TRAILER CONTAINER,ETC)MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE AREA.:#56- 6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP ON FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
60
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN TOILET ROOM.
10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS IN PREP/DISH WASHING AREAS.
10
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK NEXT TO 3- COMPARTMENT SINK TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION.
39
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COATS AND JACKETS STORED ON REAR FOOD STORAGE SHELVES AND PREP TABLES MUST REMOVE AND STORE PROPERLY.
40
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 1- DOOR REAR REACH IN COOLER.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DEFROST AND CLEAN CHEST FREEZER.MUST CLEAN PREP TABLES AND SERVICE COUNTER.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING FAUCET AT MOPSINK.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE ,DUST BUILD UP AND FOOD SPLATTER FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HOLE IN WALL BEHIND CHEST FREEZER.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE, FLOUR AND DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM LIGHT SHIELD IN FRONT PREP AREA.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR PREP AREA.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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26
Feb 1, 2024
Reinspection
2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
5
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(O) OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES MUST BE PROVIDED AND MAINTAINED.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)
3
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP ON FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT
56
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE
37
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: 4-903.11 (A;B;D) : MUST INVERT PLASTIC FOOD BINS ON SHELVING UNITS.
44
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES AND RUST FROM PREP TABLES AND SHELVING UNITS.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-201.11 : MUST REPLACE DAMAGED PLASTIC BINS TO BE IN GOOD REPAIR.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINET,REACH IN COOLERS
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 : MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH LID IN UNISEX TOILET ROOM.
53
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 5-501.12 : OBSERVED OUTSIDE REAR YARD WITH MASSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER AGAINST BUILDING AND THROUGHOUT(ABANDON CARS,ARTICLES,TRAILER CONTAINER,ETC)MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE AREA.
54
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN GREASE FROM WALL BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND DUST FROM UPPER WALL IN TOILET ROOM
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: : 6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORTILES THROUGHOUT,STAINED & DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN LOBBY.
55
47
Jan 30, 2024
Reinspection
3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(O) : OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 : OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
5
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 50 OR MORE RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT,ON BRICKS,UNDER STAIRS AMONGST STANDING WATER AND A DEAD DECAYED RAT. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS, DEAD RAT AND STANDING WATER AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)
38
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-201.11 : MUST REPLACE DAMAGED PLASTIC BINS TO BE IN GOOD REPAIR.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES AND RUST FROM PREP TABLES AND SHELVING UNITS.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINET,REACH IN COOLERS
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 : MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH LID IN UNISEX TOILET ROOM.
53
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 5-501.12 : OBSERVED OUTSIDE REAR YARD WITH MASSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER AGAINST BUILDING AND THROUGHOUT(ABANDON CARS,ARTICLES,TRAILER CONTAINER,ETC)MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE AREA.
54
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORTILES THROUGHOUT,STAINED & DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN LOBBY.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN GREASE FROM WALL BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND DUST FROM UPPER WALL IN TOILET ROOM.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP ON FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT
56
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: 4-903.11 (A;B;D) : MUST INVERT PLASTIC FOOD BINS ON SHELVING UNITS.
44
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Jan 22, 2024
License
4 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONTRACT FOR OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)
54
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)
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
5
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA WITH HOT & COLD RUNNING WATER,SOAP & TOWELS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)
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 PLASTIC FOOD BINS ON SHELVING UNITS.
44
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE DAMAGED PLASTIC BINS TO BE IN GOOD REPAIR.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES AND RUST FROM PREP TABLES AND SHELVING UNITS.
47
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK OVERFLOWING WATER FROM LID AND POOLING ONTO FLOOR MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
48
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINET,REACH IN COOLERS.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT MOPSINK.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH LID IN UNISEX TOILET ROOM.
53
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE REAR YARD WITH MASSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER AGAINST BUILDING AND THROUGHOUT(ABANDON CARS,ARTICLES,TRAILER CONTAINER,ETC)MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE AREA.
54
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE FROM WALL BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND DUST FROM UPPER WALL IN TOILET ROOM.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORTILES THROUGHOUT,STAINED & DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN LOBBY.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP ON FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
56
35
Aug 23, 2023
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR DOOR WITHOUT A SCREEN. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
38
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE RUBBER GASKET AROUND THE 2-DOOR COOLER AND REACH IN COOLER IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
47
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENT.
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86
Feb 16, 2023
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR IN POOR REPAIR AT THE BOTTOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT PESTS ENTRY POINT.
38
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE RUBBER GASKET AROUND THE 2-DOOR COOLER AND REACH IN COOLER IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(B) Inspector Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF ALL FRYER TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS. Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, ALSO CLEAN PREP STATION, STORAGE SHEVLING.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NOTED A LEAK AT THE 3 COMP SINK FAUCET BASE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE REAR THROUGH OUT IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. Violation Codes: 6-201.17 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELDS IN POOR REPAIR AND/OR DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND/OR REPLACE AS NEEDED.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE COOK WITH OUT HIS FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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70
Feb 8, 2023
Complaint
2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN CHICKEN (156.4F)PREPARED AND SERVED. A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
2
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS OVERFLOWING WITH GARBAGE AND DEBERIS. ALSO NOTED ON THE GROUND AROUND THE DUMPSTER. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT POSSIBLE FOOD SOURCE FOR PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION #7-38-020(B).
54
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR IN POOR REPAIR AT THE BOTTOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT PESTS ENTRY POINT.
38
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE RUBBER GASKET AROUND THE 2-DOOR COOLER AND REACH IN COOLER IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF ALL FRYER TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, ALSO CLEAN PREP STATION, STORAGE SHEVLING.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NOTED A LEAK AT THE 3 COMP SINK FAUCET BASE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK STOPPED UP WITH WASTE WATER AND BACKING UP FROM THE GREASE TRAP TO THE FLOOR. ALSO NOTED WASTE WATER ON THE FLOOR THROUGH OUT REAR DISH WASHING AREA. PRIOIRTY CITATION ISSUED #7-38-030(C).
52
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE REAR THROUGH OUT IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LIGHT SHIELDS IN POOR REPAIR AND/OR DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND/OR REPLACE AS NEEDED.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE HOOD AND FILTER ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE AND DEBRIS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND REPLACE MISSING FILTERS.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE COOK WITH OUT HIS FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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47
Oct 28, 2021
Complaint
4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
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)
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
5
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN CHICKEN (156.4F)PREPARED AND SERVED. A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
2
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1" GAP ON BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER OF REAR DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
38
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
39
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL CARRYOUT CONTAINERS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
45
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS, COOLERS, FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, AND SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WASTE LINE FROM FURNACE UNIT DRAINING IN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE.
52
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OPENING ALONG BASEBOARD BEHIND FURNACE AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN PREP, WASHROOM AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AVAILABLE. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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43
Feb 19, 2021
Complaint
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
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)
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
5
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1" GAP ON BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER OF REAR DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
38
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS.
40
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL CARRYOUT CONTAINERS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
45
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS, COOLERS, FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, AND SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OPENING ALONG BASEBOARD BEHIND FURNACE AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AVAILABLE. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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Aug 12, 2020
Reinspection
3 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 18 violations
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)
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-501.17 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS FOODS BEING HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLER.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
23
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-501.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
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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
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-304.11 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE CLEAN WORK ATTIRE FOR EMPLOYEES.
40
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-304.14 Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
41
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-501.1 MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON FRONT 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF GARBAGE CANS ,FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,COOLERS,FRYERS,SHELVING UNITS,PREP TABLES.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 5-204.12 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.19 Inspector Comments: MUST MAKE TOILET ROOM DOOR SELF CLOSING.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.114 Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN REAR STORAGE AND DISH WASHING AREA.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.11 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST SEAL ALL GAPS AND OPENINGS IN WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING AND TILES THROUGHOUT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FORM FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON BASEMENT FLOOR.MUST REMOVE AND KEEP DRY.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-202.11 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE SHATTER PROOF BULBS AT HEAT LAMPS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE BUILD UP FROM HOOD & FILTERS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES.
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Aug 5, 2020
Routine
5 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 19 violations
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)
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY AND PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
5
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS FOODS BEING HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLER.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 40 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS AND CEILING IN PREP,DISH WASHING AND TOILET ROOMS,ON CONTAINER OF ONIONS AND FLYING AROUND PREMISES AND APPX.5-7 LIVE LARGE FLIES IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 8/5/2020.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3- COMPARTMENT SINK WITH WATER FLOWING FROM MIDDLE COMPARTMENT TO FAR LEFT COMPARTMENT.NOT HOLDING WATER IN SINK BASIN AND FILLING UP IN OTHER.MUST WELD SINK AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-025)
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE CLEAN WORK ATTIRE FOR EMPLOYEES.
40
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
41
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLE.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON FRONT 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF GARBAGE CANS ,FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,COOLERS,FRYERS,SHELVING UNITS,PREP TABLES.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST MAKE TOILET ROOM DOOR SELF CLOSING.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL ALL GAPS AND OPENINGS IN WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING AND TILES THROUGHOUT.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN REAR STORAGE AND DISH WASHING AREA.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FORM FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SHATTER PROOF BULBS AT HEAT LAMPS.
56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE BUILD UP FROM HOOD & FILTERS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES.
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Mar 9, 2018
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL ALL OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN PREP AREA. CLEAN ALL WALLS NEAR PREP TABLES, BEHIND SINKS AND FRYERS, UNDER HEAT LAMPS AND FRONT COUNTER, IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. WALLS NEED CLEANING AND PAINTING IN PREP, STORAGE, AND DISH WASHING AREAS. CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS AND VENTILATION HOOD IN PREP AREA.
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Feb 22, 2018
Complaint
8 minor violations.
View 8 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 OVER 40 MICE DROPPINGS ON BOTTOM SHELF OF TABLE ALONG SOUTH WALL IN REAR STORAGE AREA, 20 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE SMALL FRYER CABINET, 20 MICE DROPPINGS ON BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE UNDER HEAT LAMP, 20 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG NORTH WALL BEHIND SAFE AND CASH REGISTER, 20 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG EAST WALL NEAR PEPSI COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. FRONT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED, OBSERVED 1/4" GAP ON BOTTOM LEFT SIDE OF DOOR. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: LABEL BULK SUGAR CONTAINER IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE CHIPPED PAINT AND REPAINT SHELVES UNDER FRONT COUNTER. REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD ON BOTTOM OF SHELVES IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL FRYER CABINETS, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZER, SINKS, SHELVING UNITS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER FRYERS(GREASE BUILDUP), ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE, AND WASHROOM AREAS. REPLACE ALL DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN ALL AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL ALL OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN PREP AREA. CLEAN ALL WALLS NEAR PREP TABLES, BEHIND SINKS AND FRYERS, UNDER HEAT LAMPS AND FRONT COUNTER, IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. WALLS NEED CLEANING AND PAINTING IN PREP, STORAGE, AND DISH WASHING AREAS. CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS AND VENTILATION HOOD IN PREP AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND PERSONAL ITEMS UNDER TABLE IN REAR STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA. REMOVE ALL ITEMS FROM UTILITY SINK.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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Oct 24, 2017
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE BUILD UP INSIDE FREEZER IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE/DEFROST, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED LOOSE RUBBER GASKET AT COOLER IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON THE EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR DISHWASHING 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 LEAKY FAUCET AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND LOOSE FAUCET AT WASHBOWL IN RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MISSING BACKFLOW PREVENT DEVICE AT MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER INSIDE "PEPSI" REFRIGERATOR LOCATED AT FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Oct 5, 2017
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE BUILD UP INSIDE FREEZER IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE/DEFROST, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED LOOSE RUBBER GASKET AT COOLER IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON THE EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
33
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR DISHWASHING 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 LEAKY FAUCET AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND LOOSE FAUCET AT WASHBOWL IN RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MISSING BACKFLOW PREVENT DEVICE AT MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER INSIDE "PEPSI" REFRIGERATOR LOCATED AT FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 26, 2017
Complaint
9 minor violations.
View 9 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 APPROXIMATELY 50 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR NEXT TO "PEPSI" COOLER, UNDER THE FRONT COUNTER TOP, UNDER THE 2-DOOR COOLER AT FRONT FOOD PREP AREA, AND INSIDE RESTROOM. ALSO, REAR EXIT DOOR IS NOT RODENT PROOF WITH OVER 1/2 OPENING AT THE BOTTOM AND ON THE SIDE OF SAID DOOR. OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AVAILABLE AND MAINTAINED ON SITE AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION AND NO PEST CONTROL SERVICE DONE IN 2017. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND SEAL THE SAID DOOR TO BE TIGHT FITTING AND RODENT PROOF. ALSO INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE TO PREVENT/ELIMINATE CURRENT PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-020
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS/KITS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS/KITS TO MEASURE ACCURATE CONCENTRATION OF THE SANITIZING SOLUTION FOR PROPER DISHWASHING. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-030
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE BUILD UP INSIDE FREEZER IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE/DEFROST, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED INADEQUATE DRAIN BOARDS ABOVE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL. OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED LOOSE RUBBER GASKET AT COOLER IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON THE EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED/CRACKED FLOOR TILES UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, NEXT TO VENTILATION IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA, AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF PREP TABLE AND FRYERS IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED HOLES AND CREVICES ON FLOOR UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND UNDER THE WASHBOWL INSIDE REST ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/SEAL 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 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, ABOVE VENTILATION IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA AND INSIDE RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED WORN OUT CAULKING AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO RE-CAULKING. OBSERVED FOOD SPLASH WITH DEBRIS ON WALL BEHIND FRYERS AND PREP TABLES IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR DISHWASHING 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 LEAKY FAUCET AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND LOOSE FAUCET AT WASHBOWL IN RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MISSING BACKFLOW PREVENT DEVICE AT MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER INSIDE "PEPSI" REFRIGERATOR LOCATED AT FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 18, 2016
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, PLUMBING DISCONNECTED UNDER THE UTILITY SINK AND NO HOT OR COLD WATER TO THE UTILITY SINK IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, RECONNECT THE PLUMBING TO THE UTILITY SINK AND TO PROVIDE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER TO THE UTILITY SINK.
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Feb 16, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE PREP AREA EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK WITH NO HOT AND RUNNING WATER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT THE PREP AREA EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON THE PREMISES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (CHICKEN SND COLE SLAW) WAS BEING PREPARED AND HANDLED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON THE PREMISES AT ALL TIMES POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND HANDLED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, PLUMBING DISCONNECTED UNDER THE UTILITY SINK AND NO HOT OR COLD WATER TO THE UTILITY SINK IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, RECONNECT THE PLUMBING TO THE UTILITY SINK AND TO PROVIDE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER TO THE UTILITY SINK.
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86
Jun 19, 2015
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED THE INTERIOR OF THE COOLERS AND FREEZER WITH SPILLS AND ICE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS DIRTY ALONG THE WALL BASE, IN CORNERS AND AROUND EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, GREASE,LITTER AND DEBRIS.
34
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS. INFORMATION PROVIDED.
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86
Jun 10, 2015
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OBSREVERED THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER IN POOR REPAIR/ NOT RODENT PROOF (BROKEN LID).ALSO NOTED GREASE CONTAINER NOT MAINTAIN FOUND GREASE SPILLED ON THE LID AND GROUND AROUND CONTAINER. MUST REPAIR DUMPSTER AND CLEAN THE GREASE CONTAINER AND AREA TO PREVENT FOOD SOURCE FOR RODENTS AND OTHER PESTS. CITATION ISSUED #7-38-020.
19
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED THE INTERIOR OF THE COOLERS AND FREEZER WITH SPILLS AND ICE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS DIRTY ALONG THE WALL BASE, IN CORNERS AND AROUND EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, GREASE,LITTER AND DEBRIS.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS. INFORMATION PROVIDED.
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82
Apr 1, 2014
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 24, 2014
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT#671168,DATED 3/22/2012 STILL EXIST.34-REPLACE ALL FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT THAT ARE IN POOR REPAIR,38-MUST HAVE WORKING VENTILATION IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM.SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #29
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #29
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Mar 22, 2012
License
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: PAINT RUSTY STORAGE RACK IN REAR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS OF ALL DEEP FRYERS, HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, STORAGE SHELVES WHERE NEEDED, AND MOP SINK IN REAR. MUST DEFROST WHITE REACH-IN FREEZER IN FRONT PREP AREA. ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT STORED 0N PREMISES MUST BE KEPT CLEAN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS ALONG ALL WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT. KEEP FLOORS AND STAIRS LEADING INTO BASEMENT AS DRY AS POSSIBLE TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING. REPLACE ALL FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT THAT ARE IN POOR REPAIR.
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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. SEAL ALL CRACKS IN CORNERS OF WALLS, IN BASEBOARDS, AND AROUND PIPES THROUGHOUT.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: SHIELD LIGHTS INSIDE BOTH REACH-IN COOLERS IN REAR.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST HAVE WORKING VENTILATION IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ELIMINATE CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE ROOM.
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70
Jul 29, 2011
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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 DEBRIS BEHIND BETWEEN ALL EQUIPMENT. ALSO KEEP FLOORS DRY IN BASEMENT.
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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. CLEAN UNCLEAN DEEP FRYER IN DRY STORAGE ROOM OR REMOVE FROM PREMISES/CLUTTER.
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90
Nov 29, 2010
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. INVERT PLASTIC FORKS AND LIDS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
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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. REPAIR GASKET ON FRONT REACH-IN COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF VENTILATION HOOD, FRYERS
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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. SEAL ALL OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS, ELECTRICAL OUTLETS, ETC IN ALL AREAS.
35
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: PROVIDE LONG HANDLE UTENSIL FOR DISPENSING COLESLAW.
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78
Mar 4, 2010
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.OVERHEAD HOOD HOUSING NEED CLEANING. AND UNDERNEATH SHELF NEED CLEANING.
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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.WALLS IN THE REAR NEED CLEANING.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Harold's Chicken Shack last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Harold's Chicken Shack on file is from Mar 5, 2025. The public record contains 27 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Harold's Chicken Shack?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 26 times, more than any other issue at Harold's Chicken Shack.
Has Harold's Chicken Shack's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Harold's Chicken Shack have averaged around 12 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Harold's Chicken Shack 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 Harold's Chicken Shack inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Harold's Chicken Shack is inspected around two times per year on average.
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