Jerky Jerk

7300 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60645
African
Last inspected: Jul 28, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Jerky Jerk has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The most recent visit was on Jul 28, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “adequate ventilation & lighting”, which has been cited two times.

Jerky Jerk's latest score of 86 sits above the Chicago average of 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 28, 2025
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD/GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR FOOD MANAGER. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FLOOR DRAIN IS DRAINING SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER SAID FLOOR DRAIN MUST DRAIN QUICKLY.
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86
Jul 24, 2025
License
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: PREP AREA STAND UP COOLER NOT MAINTAINED, AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE AT 54.1 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REPAIR SAID COOLER, AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE MUST BE 41.0 F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FLOOR DRAIN IS DRAINING SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER SAID FLOOR DRAIN MUST DRAIN QUICKLY.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD/GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN VENTILATIN HOOD AND FILTERS.
56
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR FOOD MANAGER. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jerky Jerk last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jerky Jerk on file is from Jul 28, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jerky Jerk?

Across the inspection record, “adequate ventilation & lighting” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Jerky Jerk.

Has Jerky Jerk's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jerky Jerk have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jerky Jerk means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.