Mcdonald's

207 E 35Th St, Chicago, IL 60616
American
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2013
100
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Mcdonald's 22 times, with records going back to 2010. Mcdonald's was last inspected on Feb 4, 2013. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit. The most recent inspection at Mcdonald's is from Feb 4, 2013, and nothing newer appears in the public record.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been the most frequent reason, cited 16 times.

The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Mcdonald's on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

22
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 28, 2013
Routine
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: FOUND LIVE SMALL FLIES ON THE PREMISES, 20 IN THE REAR BY THE WALK IN COOLER, 10 IN THE FRONT SERVICE LINE, AND 80 IN THE DINING AREA-ALL IN THE WINDOWS/ON THE WALLS. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SMALL FLIES, CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR ASSISTANCE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
18
* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY NOT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS. MUST DISPLAY AT ALL TIMES.
28
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A COVER TO THE FRONT ICE BIN IN THE SERVICE LINE AREA.
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF ALL FLOOR DRAINS, KEEP FLOORS IN REAR DRY AND CLEAN FLOORS IN CORNERS.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR BROKEN WALL TILE ON LOWER CORNER IN REAR BY WALK IN COOLER.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST FIX AND MAINTAIN THE LEAK AT THE PIPE UNDER THE FRONT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE ALL MOPS HANGING UP WHEN NOT IN USE.
41
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS, INCLUDING MANAGERS IF THEY ARE GOING TO HANDLE THE FOOD.
42
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
43
64
Sep 10, 2012
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: FOUND NO SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT EXPOSED HAND SINK AT MAIN KITCHEN. ALSO, FOUND NO SOAP AT MEN'S RESTROOM. CRITICAL VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED.
12
95
May 23, 2012
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN.
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN/GREASY AT MAIN KITCHEN.
34
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND EXPOSED HAND SINK NOT FASTENED PROPERLY TO WALL. (LOOSE)
38
86
Jan 6, 2012
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW. SERIOUS VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED.
21
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: FOODHANDLERS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS.
42
90
Dec 23, 2011
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Correct By: Sunday, September 09, 2012 Violation Codes: Inspector Comments: Correct By: Sunday, September 09, 2012 Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.CONTINUE TO CLEAN FLOOR AS NOTED IN REPORT 657253.
34
95
Dec 16, 2011
Complaint
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Toilet rooms enclosed clean, provided with hand cleanser, sanitary hand drying devices and proper waste receptacles
Inspector notes: FOUND URINAL INSIDE MEN'S RESTROOM CLOGGED/BACKED UP. SERIOUS VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED.
27
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Correct By: Sunday, September 09, 2012 Violation Codes: 7-38-005 (B), 7-38-025 Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.CONTINUE TO DEFROST FREEZER AS NOTED IN REPORT 657253 DATED 9/8/11.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Correct By: Sunday, September 09, 2012 Violation Codes: 7-38-005 (B), 7-38-025 Inspector Comments: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage.CONTINUE TO CLEAN ALL ITEMS NOTED ON REPORT 657253 9/8/11.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Correct By: Sunday, September 09, 2012 Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.CONTINUE TO CLEAN FLOOR AS NOTED IN REPORT 657253.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Correct By: Sunday, September 09, 2012 Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.CONTINUE TO CLEAN WALLS AND CEILING VENTS AS NOTED ON REPORT 657253 DATED 9/8/11.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Correct By: Sunday, September 09, 2012 Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.CONTINUE TO PROVIDE LIGHTING AS NOTED ON REPORT 657253 DATE 9/8/11.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Correct By: Sunday, September 09, 2012 Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.CONTINUE TO PROVIDE LIGHTING AS NOTED ON REPORT 657253 DATE 9/8/11.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Correct By: Sunday, September 09, 2012 Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: 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. Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens.CONTINUE TO ORGANIZE CLUTTER AS NOTED IN REPORT 657253 DATE 9/8/11.
41
67
Nov 10, 2011
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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.CONTINUE TO DEFROST FREEZER AS NOTED IN REPORT 657253 DATED 9/8/11.
32
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.CONTINUE TO CLEAN ALL ITEMS NOTED ON REPORT 657253 9/8/11.
33
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.CONTINUE TO CLEAN FLOOR AS NOTED IN REPORT 657253.
34
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.CONTINUE TO CLEAN WALLS AND CEILING VENTS AS NOTED ON REPORT 657253 DATED 9/8/11.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.CONTINUE TO PROVIDE LIGHTING AS NOTED ON REPORT 657253 DATE 9/8/11.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.CONTINUE TO REPAIR LEAKS AS NOTED ON REPORT 657253 DATED 9/8/11.
38
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. Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens.CONTINUE TO ORGANIZE CLUTTER AS NOTED IN REPORT 657253 DATE 9/8/11.
41
70
Oct 4, 2011
Complaint
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Correct By: Saturday, September 01, 2012 Violation Codes: 7-38-005 (B), 7-38-025 Inspector Comments: DEFROST FREEZERS AND AT CONDENSER INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Correct By: Saturday, September 01, 2012 Violation Codes: 7-38-005 (B), 7-38-025 Inspector Comments: CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, VENTILATION HOOD FILTERS ABOVE DEEP FRYERS, UNDER AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR OF FREEZERS, REFRIGERATION UNITS, METAL SHELVES IN PREP AREA, TOILETS/URINAL IN TOILET ROOMS, UNDER, AROUND BEVERAGE PREP AREA AT FRONT, DRY STORAGE TRACKS AND SHELVES.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observation Type: Out Correct By: Saturday, September 01, 2012 Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER, AROUND EQUIPMENT.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Correct By: Saturday, September 01, 2012 Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN CEILING PANELS IN PREP AREA AND STORAGE AREA TO REMOVE STAINS. CLEAN VENTS INSIDE TOILET ROOMS. REPAIR WALL SECTION BY SOFT SERVE UNIT. REPAIR CRACKED WALL BASE TILE IN EMPLOYEE BREAK ROOM AND REAR DISH WASHING AREA BY ELECTRICAL BOXES. CLEAN WALLS AT REAR AND VENTS AT CEILING WITH DUST BUILDUP. PROVIDE VENT COVERS FOR SAID VENTS.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Observation Type: Out Correct By: Saturday, September 01, 2012 Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: PROVIDE LIGHTING IN UTILITY SINK CLOSET.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: REPAIR LEAKS AT HOSE AT UTILTIY SINK AT REAR, HOSE BEHIND SWEET TEA UNIT, AND AT FAUCET AT EYEWASH ONE COMPARTMENT SINK.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Correct By: Saturday, September 01, 2012 Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Correct By: Saturday, September 01, 2012 Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: ORANIZE CLUTTERED STORAGE CLOSET AT REAR.
41
67
Sep 8, 2011
Reinspection
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION #657241 ON 09/01/11: #19 FOUND OUTSIDE GARABGE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH EXCESSIVE GARBAGE. DUMPSTER LIDS WIDE OPEN, UNABLE TO CLOSE DUE TO GARBAGE. SPILLS ON GROUND SURROUNDING DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GARBAGE, KEEP LIDS CLOSED, AND RECOMMEND ADDITIONAL GARBAGE PICKUP TO ACCOMODATE FLOW OF GARBAGE FROM OPERATIONS. EMPLOYEE CLEANING OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA DURING INSPECTION AT THIS TIME AND HAS CONTACTED DISPOSAL SERVICE FOR ADDITIONAL PICKUP. CRITICAL 7-42-090 ISSUED.
14
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #14.
19
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: DEFROST FREEZERS AND AT CONDENSER INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, VENTILATION HOOD FILTERS ABOVE DEEP FRYERS, UNDER AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR OF FREEZERS, REFRIGERATION UNITS, METAL SHELVES IN PREP AREA, TOILETS/URINAL IN TOILET ROOMS, UNDER, AROUND BEVERAGE PREP AREA AT FRONT, DRY STORAGE TRACKS AND SHELVES.
33
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. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER, AROUND EQUIPMENT.
34
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 ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN CEILING PANELS IN PREP AREA AND STORAGE AREA TO REMOVE STAINS. CLEAN VENTS INSIDE TOILET ROOMS. REPAIR WALL SECTION BY SOFT SERVE UNIT. REPAIR CRACKED WALL BASE TILE IN EMPLOYEE BREAK ROOM AND REAR DISH WASHING AREA BY ELECTRICAL BOXES. CLEAN WALLS AT REAR AND VENTS AT CEILING WITH DUST BUILDUP. PROVIDE VENT COVERS FOR SAID VENTS.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PROVIDE LIGHTING IN UTILITY SINK CLOSET.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKS AT HOSE AT UTILTIY SINK AT REAR, HOSE BEHIND SWEET TEA UNIT, AND AT FAUCET AT EYEWASH ONE COMPARTMENT SINK.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ORANIZE CLUTTERED STORAGE CLOSET AT REAR.
41
61
Sep 1, 2011
Complaint
11 minor violations.
View 11 violations
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. FOUND OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH EXCESSIVE GARBAGE, DUMPSTER LIDS WIDE OPEN, UNABLE TO CLOSE TO GARBAGE. SLUDGE BUILDUP AT SIDES OF GARBAGE DUMPSTER AND SPILLS ON GROUND SURROUNDING DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GARABGE, KEEP LIDS CLOSED, AND RECOMMEND ADDITIONAL GARBAGE PICKUP TO ACCOMODATE FLOW OF GARBAGE FROM OPERATIONS. SERIOUS 7-38-020 ISSUED.
19
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE NOR RECEIPT FOR PAYMENT FOR CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING PREPARED AND HANDLED IE. STEAK, EGGS, HAMBURGERS, ETC. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS 7-38-012.
21
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION #285242 ON 08/13/10 NOT CORRECTED: #32 INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERS FOR ICE BINS AT FRONT PREP/BEVERAGE AREAS, #38 INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKS AT FAUCET CONNECTION AND HANDLES AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. SERIOUS 7-42-090 ISSUED.
29
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: DEFROST FREEZERS AND AT CONDENSER INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, VENTILATION HOOD FILTERS ABOVE DEEP FRYERS, UNDER AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR OF FREEZERS, REFRIGERATION UNITS, METAL SHELVES IN PREP AREA, TOILETS/URINAL IN TOILET ROOMS, UNDER, AROUND BEVERAGE PREP AREA AT FRONT, DRY STORAGE TRACKS AND SHELVES.
33
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. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER, AROUND EQUIPMENT.
34
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. CLEAN CEILING PANELS IN PREP AREA AND STRORAGE AREA TO REMOVE STAINS. CLEAN VENTS INSIDE TOILET ROOMS. REPAIR WALL SECTION BY SOFT SERVE UNIT. REPAIR CRACKED WALL BASE TILE IN EMPLOYEE BREAK ROOM AND REAR DISH WASHING AREA BY ELECTRICAL BOXES. CLEAN WALLS AT REAR AND VENTS AT CEILING WITH DUST BUILDUP. PROVIDE VENT COVERS FOR SAID VENTS.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PROVIDE LIGHTING IN UTILITY SINK CLOSET.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKS AT HOSE AT UTILTIY SINK AT REAR, HOSE BEHIND SWEET TEA UNIT, AND AT FAUCET AT EYEWASH ONE COMPARTMENT SINK.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ORANIZE CLUTTERED STORAGE CLOSET AT REAR AND REMOVE BREAD PALLETS FROM OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA.
41
58
May 17, 2011
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERS FOR ICE BINS AT FRONT PREP/BEVERAGE AREAS.
32
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKS AT FAUCET CONNECTION AND HANDLES AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
38
90
May 10, 2011
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: FOUND 25 FRUIT FLIES AT FRONT SERVICE AREA FLYING BY JUICE MACHINES, UNDER, AROUND SOFT SERVE UNIT, FLYING INTO OFFICE, BREEDING FROM FLOOR DRAIN NEXT TO SOFT SERVE UNIT, OVER 50 DEAD FLIES ON FLOORS AND WINDOWS IN DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, AND RECOMMEND PEST CONTROL TO SERVICE PREMISES. ALSO, REMOVE STAGNANT WATER BETWEEN CRACKED FLOOR TILES AND GROUT LINES AROUND FLOOR DRAIN NEXT TO SOFT SERVE UNIT TO PREVENT FRUIT FLY BREEDING. SERIOUS 7-38-020 ISSUED.
18
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR GASKET AT WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERS FOR ICE BINS AT FRONT PREP/BEVERAGE AREAS.
32
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. KEEP FLOORS DRY AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, CLEAN FLOORS IN WALK-IN FREEZER AND ALONG WALL BASE THROUGHOUT PREMISES, AND REGROUT FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED. REPAIR CRACKED FLOOR TILES BY SOFT SERVE UNIT AT FRONT SERVICE AREA. CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
34
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKS AT FAUCET CONNECTION AND HANDLES AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
38
82
Apr 5, 2011
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR GASKET AT WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERS FOR ICE BINS AT FRONT PREP/BEVERAGE AREAS.
32
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. KEEP FLOORS DRY AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, CLEAN FLOORS IN WALK-IN FREEZER AND ALONG WALL BASE THROUGHOUT PREMISES, AND REGROUT FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED. REPAIR CRACKED FLOOR TILES BY SOFT SERVE UNIT AT FRONT SERVICE AREA. CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
34
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. REPAIR LOOSE WALL BASE TILES BY REAR EXIT DOOR, SEAL OPENINGS AROUND UTILITY SINK, AND OPENING AT WALL IN MENS TOILET ROOM. REPLACE WATER DAMAGED AND SOILED CEILING PANELS AS NEEDED IN PREP, STORAGE, DINING, AND REAR AREA BY THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR WALL AROUND SITTING STOOLS IN DINING AREA.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKS AT FAUCET CONNECTION AND HANDLES AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
38
82
Jan 12, 2011
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED ON SITE, NOR PROOF OF RECIPROCITY FOR CITY CERTIFICATE PROVIDED FOR ANESTASHIA C. FRANKLIN WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING SERVED AND HANDLED IE. EGG PATTIES, SAUSAGE, ETC. INSTRUCTED TO POST VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. DARIAN TARPLIN ARRIVED ON SITE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO WALLET AND LARGE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE COPY AN HOUR AFTER INSPECTION. SERIOUS 7-38-012 ISSUED.
21
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR GASKET AT REACH-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERS FOR ICE BINS.
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: KEEP FLOORS DRY AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, CLEAN FLOORS IN WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZER AND ALONG WALL BASE THROUGHOUT PREMISES, AND REGROUT FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED. REPAIR CRACKED FLOOR TILES BY SOFT SERVE UNIT AT FRONT SERVICE AREA
34
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. REPAIR LOOSE WALL BASE TILES NEXT TO WALK-IN COOLER AND BY REAR EXIT DOOR, SEAL OPENINGS AROUND UTILITY SINK, AND OPENING AT WALL IN MENS TOILET ROOM. REPLACE WATER DAMAGED AND SOILED CEILING PANELS AS NEEDED IN PREP, STORAGE, DINING, AND REAR AREA BY THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR WALL AROUND SITTING STOOLS IN DINING AREA.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKS AT FAUCET CONNECTION AND HANDLES AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
38
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOODHANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS-INCLUDING MANAGERS THAT HANDLE FOOD.
42
74
Dec 21, 2010
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKS AT FAUCET CONNECTION AND HANDLES AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. VIOLATION ABATED.
38
95
Oct 15, 2010
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER PREPARING SMOOTHIES, THEN SWITCH TO USING SOILED WIPING CLOTH TO WIPE PREP COUNTER, THEN PROCEED TO MAKE ANOTHER SMOOTHIE WITHOUT WASHING HANDS BETWEEN CHANGE IN TASK. ANOTHER FOOD HANDLER HANDLING MONEY AND THEN PACKAGE FRENCH FRIES INTO PAPER BAG WITHOUT WASHING HANDS. ALSO, NO PAPER TOWELS PROVIDED AT ONE OF ONE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES TO PROPERLY WASH AND DRY HANDS PER CITY CODE AS WELL AS WASH HANDS BETWEEN CHANGING TASKS. CRITICAL 7-38-010(A) ISSUED.
6
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR GASKET AT REACH-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERS FOR ICE BINS.
32
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. KEEP FLOORS DRY AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, CLEAN FLOORS IN WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZER AND ALONG WALL BASE THROUGHOUT PREMISES, AND REGROUT FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED. REPAIR CRACKED FLOOR TILES BY SOFT SERVE UNIT AT FRONT SERVICE AREA.
34
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKS AT FAUCET CONNECTION AND HANDLES AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
38
82
Sep 8, 2010
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR GASKET AT REACH-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERS FOR ICE BINS
32
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. KEEP FLOORS DRY AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, CLEAN FLOORS IN WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZER AND ALONG WALL BASE THROUGHOUT PREMISES, AND REGROUT FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED. REPAIR CRACKED FLOOR TILES BY SOFT SERVE UNIT AT FRONT SERVICE AREA.
34
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. REPAIR LOOSE WALL BASE TILES NEXT TO WALK-IN COOLER AND BY REAR EXIT DOOR, SEAL OPENINGS AROUND UTILITY SINK, AND OPENING AT WALL IN MENS TOILET ROOM. REPLACE WATER DAMAGED AND SOILED CEILING PANELS AS NEEDED IN PREP, STORAGE, DINING, AND REAR AREA BY THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR WALL AROUND SITTING STOOLS IN DINING AREA.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKS AT FAUCET CONNECTION AND HANDLES AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
38
82
Aug 20, 2010
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR GASKET AT REACH-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERS FOR ICE BINS.
32
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. KEEP FLOORS DRY AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, CLEAN FLOORS IN WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZER AND ALONG WALL BASE THROUGHOUT PREMISES, AND REGROUT FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED. REPAIR CRACKED FLOOR TILES BY SOFT SERVE UNIT AT FRONT SERVICE AREA.
34
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. REPAIR LOOSE WALL BASE TILES NEXT TO WALK-IN COOLER AND BY REAR EXIT DOOR, SEAL OPENINGS AROUND UTILITY SINK, AND OPENING AT WALL IN MENS TOILET ROOM. REPLACE WATER DAMAGED AND SOILED CEILING PANELS AS NEEDED IN PREP, STORAGE, DINING, AND REAR AREA BY THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR WALL AROUND SITTING STOOLS IN DINING AREA.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS TO REMOVE DUST/DEAD INSECTS. REATTACH LIGHT SHIELD AT PREP AREA. REPLACE LIGHT BULBS IN WALK-IN COOLER AND WALK-IN FREEZER.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKS AT FAUCET CONNECTION AND HANDLES AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
38
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOODHANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS-INCLUDING MANAGERS THAT HANDLE FOOD.
42
74
Aug 13, 2010
Complaint
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND 5LB BAG OF SHAKE MIX (DAIRY MILK) SITTING ON TOP OF SOFT SERVE MACHINE AT 70.1F.INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COLD FOODS AT 40F AND BELOW-KEEP REFRIGERATED. APPROXIMATE VALUE AT 26.00. FOUND 6 BAGS OF CHICKEN NUGGETS,4 BAGS SINGLE FILLETS, AND 1 BAG CRISPY CHICKEN-SAID PRODUCTS THAWED OUT AND SOFT INSIDE REACH-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN FROZEN FOODS AT 0F AND BELOW. REMAINING FROZEN PRODUCTS WERE RELOCATED INTO WORKING FREEZER. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED THAWED FOOD ITEMS, APPROXIMATE VALUE 150.00. CRITICAL 7-38-005(A) ISSUED. SUPERVISOR NOTIFED.
3
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: FOUND 5 FRUIT FLIES AT WALLS IN DINING AREA, 10 FRUIT FLIES AT SODA SYRUP UNITS AT REAR DRY STORAGE AREA, 3 HOUSE FLIES AT DINING AREA WINDOWS AND WALL, 3 HOUSE FLIES BY REAR EXIT DOOR/THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, AND DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, AND RECOMMEND PEST CONTROL TO SERVICE PREMISES. SERIOUS 7-38-020 ISSUED.
18
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: FOUND OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER NOT CLEAN NOR MAINTAINED. FOOD DEBRIS ENCRUSTED THROUGHOUT INTERIOR DUMPSTER AROUND SIDES, ROTTEN/SPOILED FOOD SURROUNDING DUMPSTER ON GROUND, LIDS WIDE OPEN. NOTED NUMEROUS HOUSE FLIES INSIDE, TOP OF LIDS, GROUND AROUND DUMPSTER. ALSO, NOTED UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DUMPSTER, SURROUNDING AREA, AND REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT TO ELIMINATE PEST HARBORAGE AND FOOD SOURCE FOR FLIES. SERIOUS 7-38-020 ISSUED.
19
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR GASKET AT REACH-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERS FOR ICE BINS.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF ALL EQUIPMENT, UTILITY SINKS, WALLS AROUND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, BREAD HOLDING SHELVES, BEVERAGE NOZZLES, UNDER, AROUND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, ELECTRICAL BOX AT REAR BY GARBAGE RECEPTICLE, WALLBASE THROUGHOUT PREMISES, TOILETS, VENT COVERS IN DINING AREA AND TOILET ROOMS.
33
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. KEEP FLOORS DRY AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, CLEAN FLOORS IN WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZER AND ALONG WALL BASE THROUGHOUT PREMISES, AND REGROUT FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED.
34
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. REPAIR LOOSE WALL BASE TILES NEXT TO WALK-IN COOLER, SEAL OPENINGS AROUND UTILITY SINK, AND OPENING AT WALL IN MENS TOILET ROOM. REPLACE WATER DAMAGED AND SOILED CEILING PANELS AS NEEDED IN PREP, STORAGE, DINING, AND REAR AREA BY THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR WALL AROUND SITTING STOOLS IN DINING AREA.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS TO REMOVE DUST/DEAD INSECTS. REATTACH LIGHT SHIELD AT PREP AREA. REPLACE LIGHT BULBS IN WALK-IN COOLER AND WALK-IN FREEZER AND UTILITY SINK CLOSET.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKS AT FAUCET CONNECTION AND HANDLES AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
38
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOODHANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS-INCLUDING MANAGERS THAT HANDLE FOOD.
42
61
Apr 6, 2010
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Mar 15, 2010
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERS FOR DINING AREA GARBAGE RECEPTICLES.
32
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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF ALL EQUIPMENT, ICE MACHINE, UTILITY SINKS, WALLS AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, PREP AREA, CEILING AT PREP AREAS, UNDER, AROUND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK/EQUIPMENT WALLBASE THROUGH OUT PREMISES, TOILETS, WALLS, VENT COVERS IN TOILET ROOMS, UNDER, AROUND SODA SYRUP UNITS, SOFT SERVE UNIT, AND TRASH CANS.
33
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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS THROUGH OUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO REGROUT FLOOR TILE SECTIONS AT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA.
34
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. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CRACKED WALL BASE TILES AT DINING AREA, PREP AREA, STORAGE AREA, UTILITY SINK AT REAR, REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING PANELS, SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPING AT UTILITY SINK AND MEN'S TOILET ROOM AT WALL.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKS AT FAUCET CONNECTION AND HANDLES AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, UTILITY SINK AT FAUCET AND BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE.
38
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mcdonald's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mcdonald's on file is from Feb 4, 2013. The public record contains 22 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mcdonald's?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited 16 times, more than any other issue at Mcdonald's.

Has Mcdonald's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mcdonald's have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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