Jerky Jerk Rare
Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026
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Score
Jerky Jerk Rare has been inspected 17 times since 2019. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 9, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near five violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” is the recurring theme, flagged 12 times.
Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
17
Inspections
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Critical latest
4
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 9, 2026
Complaint
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING THE INSPECTION WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. INSTRUCTED A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012, CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT THE TWO HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE PREP AREA AND IN THE TOILET ROOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. EMPLOYEE LEFT FACILITY TO BUY PAPER TOWELS AND PROVIDED THEM AT THE HANDWASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK NEXT TO THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK MISSING HAND-WASHING SOAP. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. SOAP PROVIDED BEFORE THE CONCLUSION OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C), CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN INACCESSIBLE HANDWASHING SINKS AT THE DISHWASHING AREA AND AT THE FRONT BAR AREA. FOUND A PITCHER OF WATER IN THE SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA AND AN ICE SCOOP IN THE FRONT BAR HANDWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL HANDWASHING SINKS SO THAT IT IS ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES FOR EMPLOYEE USE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C), CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE CITATION
10
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C): OBSERVED THE SHELVES UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN ON SITE FOR THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD MANAGERS MUST TAKE COURSE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE.
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Feb 18, 2026
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.112: OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES ON SITE. DEAD ROACHES OBSERVED ON FLOOR NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR, ON THE CART WITH CLEAN PANS, ON THE LOWER WALL UNDER THE DRAINBOARD OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEAD ROACHES, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C): OBSERVED THE SHELVES UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN ON SITE FOR THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD MANAGERS MUST TAKE COURSE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE.
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86
Feb 10, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 05/09/2025 , REPORT #2684305 #49: OBSERVED THE HANDLES, DOOR AND THE INSIDE OF COOLERS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #51: OBSERVED THE REAR HAND SINK WITH A LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. #55: FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILING TILES NEED CLEANING THROUGH OUT TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE. #56: MUST CLEAN THE HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DEBRIS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION:7-42-090, CITATION ISSUED
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES ON SITE. DEAD ROACHES OBSERVED ON FLOOR NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR, ON THE CART WITH CLEAN PANS, ON THE LOWER WALL UNDER THE DRAINBOARD OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEAD ROACHES, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE SHELVES UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN ON SITE FOR THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD MANAGERS MUST TAKE COURSE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE.
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May 9, 2025
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WORKING THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
36
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT WEATHER STRIPPING WORN AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES LAYING ON THE PREP STATIONS. MUST PROPERLY STORE WHEN NOT IN USE IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION.
41
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE HANDLES,DOOR AND THE INSIDE OF COOLERS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR HAND SINK WITH A LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILING TILES NEED CLEANING THROUGH OUT TO REMOVE SPILLS,DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
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70
Dec 19, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Dec 12, 2024
Complaint
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED 3 LIVE COCKROACHES ON THE WALL, CEILING, AND DOOR OF THE REFRIGERATOR. ALSO OBSERVED 2 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS ON THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP SUPPLIES ON THE PREMISES TO RESPOND TO A VOMIT OR DIARRHEAL EVENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK NEXT TO THE 1 COMPARTMENT PREP SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND SOAP AVAILABLE AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND SOAP AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). SEE VIOLATION #10 ABOVE FOR CITATION.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF THE PREP TABLES AND PREP COOLER CUTTING BOARDS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL WET WIPING CLOTHS IN A CONTAINER OF SANITIZER WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE DEEP FRYERS.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE GREASE BUILDUP ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
56
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Feb 13, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Feb 2, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 11 minor violations.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD-HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE THE REACH-IN PREP COOLER. OBSERVED LEAFY GREENS AND CUT TOMATOES AT 50F INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL COLD FOODS BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN INFESTATION OF LIVE INSECTS OBSERVED IN THE KITCHEN AND DRY STORAGE AREA. APPROX. 25 LIVE COCKROACHES WERE OBSERVED ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE KITCHEN AND DRY STORAGE ROOM. ALSO OBSERVED APPROX. 10 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR BENEATH THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BAR AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM THE AFFECTED AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 50F. THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE TCS FOODS SUCH AS LEAFY GREEN AND CUT TOMATOES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE PREP COOLER BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED BEHIND THE RESTAURANT AND AROUND THE GARBAGE DUMPSTER NEXT TO THE RESTAURANT. OBSERVED MULTIPLE BAGS OF GARBAGE ON THE GROUND CONTAINING FOOD WASTE AND ANIMAL BONES, GARBAGE, AND LITTER BEHIND THE BACK DOOR AND SURROUNDING THE GARBAGE DUMPSTER AND GREASE DUMPSTER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE AREA BEHIND THE RESTAURANT AND SURROUNDING THE GARBAGE AND GREASE DUMPSTER. ALL GARBAGE MUST BE STORED IN THE DUMPSTER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WAS PRESENT WHILE TCS FOODS (RICE AT 160F) WERE PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS PREPARED OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP SUPPLIES ON THE PREMISES TO RESPOND TO A VOMIT OR DIARRHEAL EVENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK NEXT TO THE HOT HOLDING UNIT NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. THERE WAS A PLASTIC CONTAINER STORED INSIDE THE HAND-WASHING SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL EXPOSED HAND-WASHING SINKS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR USE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND SOAP PROVIDED AT BOTH OF THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND SOAP AT ALL TIMES AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). SEE VIOLATION #10 ABOVE FOR CITATION.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES PROVIDED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEAD COCKROACHES ON THE STORAGE SHELVES AND FLOOR OF THE DRY STORAGE ROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL DEAD INSECTS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS AND FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, STOVE, HOT HOLDING UNITS, STEAM TABLE, SMOKER, INTERIOR OF CABINET ACROSS FROM THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND DEEP FRYERS.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: REPAIR THE LEAK UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE KITCHEN AREA.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: BOTH WASHROOM DOORS LACK A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL ON BOTH DOORS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL ALL WALL OPENINGS AND OPENINGS IN THE CEILING IN THE KITCHEN AREA AND DRY STORAGE ROOM. OBSERVED A LARGE OPENING IN THE WALL NEXT TO THE REAR EXIT DOOR OF THE KITCHEN. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLOSE AND SEAL THE OPENING. OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE BROKEN FLOOR TILES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOOR AND WALLS THROUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AREA AND DRY STORAGE ROOM.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LIGHTING IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE AND SOOT ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE SMOKE THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AND DINING AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE VENTILATION TO PREVENT THE BUILDUP OF SMOKE INSIDE OF THE RESTAURANT.
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Jan 26, 2023
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GRIME ON INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS OF COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CEILING TILES IN REAR PREP AREA TO BE WATER STAINED AND DAMAGED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ORGANIZE ITEMS AND ELEVATE AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR
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Jan 19, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOT WATER ABOVE 120F, (HOT WATER AT 145F) AT THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK NEXT TO THE DISHWASHING SINK. NO COLD WATER WAS PROVIDED TO THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK. MUST PROVIDE HOT WATER BETWEEN 100-120F AT THE HANDWASHING SINKS. PIC PROVIDED COLD WATER FOR PROPER MIXING DURING INSPECTION, WATER AT PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 108F. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 60 SMALL FLIES TOTAL; IN REAR DRY STORAGE AREA WHERE MOPS ARE STORED, AS WELL AS IN FOOD PREP AREA AROUND BOTTOMS OF TABLES AND HANDSINKS. INSTRUCTED PIC TO CONSULT PEST CONTROL AS ADDITIONAL SERVICES ARE NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE ACTIVITY PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GRIME ON INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS OF COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ORGANIZE ITEMS AND ELEVATE AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CEILING TILES IN REAR PREP AREA TO BE WATER STAINED AND DAMAGED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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70
Feb 24, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOOD (GOAT AND OX TAILS) AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 57.2F AND 62.4F. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD 36 POUNDS OF FOOD PRODUCTS AT A COST OF $350. ALL COLD FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DOZEN OF DONUTS IN VEGETABLE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DESIGNATE SPOT FOR EMPLOYEE FOOD ITEMS.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE COOLERS TO MEASURE INTERNAL TEMPERATURE. MUST PROVIDE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARD AT PREP COOLER IS DISCOLORED WITH DEEP GROOVES. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 22, 2021
Routine
2 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 3- DOOR PREP COOLER AT 51.8F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE. A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON UNIT.ONCE REPAIRED EMAIL A LETTER FOR RE-INSPECTION. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW.(PRIORITY 7-38-0050(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE OF 3- DOOR PREP COOLER SUCH AS .5LB. SHREEDED LETTUCE 51.8F-54.9F.5LBS. COLESLAW-53.1F-54.5F.2.5LBS. SPRING MIX SALAD 53.2F.1.5LBS. COOKED YAMS 54.7F. 8 OZ. COOKED PASTA 54.7F. 12LBS. COOKED RICE 54.0F-54.9F. 5LBS. MACARONI & CHEESE 55.4F. 1/2 GALLON MILK 54.9F. 2.5 LBS. SOUR CREAM 56.4F. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.25.8LBS. 1/2-GALLON.$81.50.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A LOCK ON REFRIGERATOR OR REMOVE FROM DINING AREA FOR FOOD PROTECTION.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LID OF GREASE TRAP.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE PANEL,OVEN,FRYER CABINETS.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT 1- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREP/ STORAGE AREA
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON HOOD AND FILTERS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 4, 2021
Routine
1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
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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)(NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER FRYERS AND ALONG WALL BASES IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN 3- COMPARTMENT AND 1- COMPARTMENT SINKS.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON CAN OPENER BLADE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE .
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM ROLLING CARTS,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,ALL COOLERS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD AT COOKING EQUIPMENT.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 7, 2020
Complaint
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER/CERTIFICATE ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED . INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-012
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL MANAGERS WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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86
Mar 17, 2020
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE FROM INSPECTION 10-16-19 (2315969) FOR VIOLATION 58 OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FROM THE CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL MANAGERS WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED BY THE DATE SPECIFIED ON THE INSPECTION REPORT SHALL BE CLASSIFIED AS A PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR FOOD HANDLERS ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS AND MAINTAIN
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86
Oct 16, 2019
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FROM THE CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL MANAGERS WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Aug 12, 2019
License
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA EVENTS DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST AND DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FROM THE CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL MANAGERS WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jerky Jerk Rare last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jerky Jerk Rare on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains 17 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jerky Jerk Rare?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 12 times, more than any other issue at Jerky Jerk Rare.
Has Jerky Jerk Rare's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jerky Jerk Rare have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Jerky Jerk Rare means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Jerky Jerk Rare inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Jerky Jerk Rare is inspected around three times per year on average.
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