Papa John's Pizza Chi
Last inspected: Dec 10, 2025
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Score
Going back to 2014, Papa John's Pizza Chi has 16 inspections in the public record. On Dec 10, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Papa John's Pizza Chi on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Dec 10, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
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Nov 12, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK NEAR THE UTILITY SINK TO BE SPACED FROM WALL AND MISSING ADEQUATE SEALING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE SEAL BETWEEN HANDWASHING SINK AND ADJOINING WALL TO PREVENT SPILLAGE OR SEEPAGE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF CAN OPENER ASSEMBLY TO BE HEAVILY-SOILED AND DIFFICULT TO DISASSEMBLE FOR CLEANING OR REPLACEMENT OF CUTTING PARTS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN OR REPLACE CAN OPENER ASSEMBLY TO ALLOW FOR CUTTING PARTS TO BE EASILY-REMOVABLE AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DRAIN PLUMBING OF WASH BASIN (LEFT-MOST BASIN) OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO BE IN POOR REPAIR, LEAKING AND UNABLE TO MAINTAIN SEAL TO FILL SINK BASIN WITHOUT REPLENISHING BASIN WITH WATER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WASH BASIN DRAIN PLUMBING TO ALLOW FOR COMPLETE SEAL FOR WAREWASHING AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN GOOD REPAIR.
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Nov 29, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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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 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PIZZA PREP COOLER.
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Oct 28, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: REPAIR THE DRAIN LINE WATER LEAK AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK NEXT TO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FOOD DEBRIS ON THE WALLS OF THE PREP AREA.
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Nov 23, 2021
License
1 major violation.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: SOME VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP ITEMS MISSING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY CLEAN UP ITEMS AS OUTLINED IN POLICY ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Apr 24, 2020
Reinspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: 8-304.11(A) OBSERVED THE INSPECTION REPORT FROM 4/16/20 NOT POSTED ON THE PREMISES IN VIEW OF THE PUBLIC. PREMISES HAD THE 2018 REPORT SUMMARY POSTED. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-010(B). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 CLEAN THE DUST ON THE TOP OF THE PIZZA OVEN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 MUST PROVIDE A COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE WASHROOM.
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Apr 16, 2020
Routine
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK ADJACENT TO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT CONNECTED TO A DRAIN. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE HAND WASHING SINK AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WORKING METAL STEM PROBE THERMOMETER ON THE PREMISES TO TAKE HOT AND COLD FOOD TEMPERATURES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.
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Jun 8, 2018
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jun 6, 2018
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the handwashing sink next to the three compartment sink with no running water. Water was shut off due to a constant, unstoppable flow of hot water, which would drain the hot water tank. Instructed facility to repair the sink so hot and cold running water is available at the faucet knobs and to maintain. Critical violation 7-38-030.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed dirt accumulation in the refrigeration gaskets at the pizza prep cooler. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed slight dirt accumulation on the floor in the rear near the three compartment sink. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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Jul 17, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Caulk around 3 compartment sink and exposed hand sinks in kitchen prep area in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced. Reach in cooler shelving/rack that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, had excess food debris accumulation, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors in walk in cooler under shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in rear kitchen areas under shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls in rear kitchen area by 3 compartment sink, and exposed hand sink not clean need detailed cleaning. Walls that had peeling paint by exposed hand sink in rear kitchen and bathroom, shall be repaired/sealed.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: 3 compartment sink drain pipe leaking, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Oct 20, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Oct 19, 2016
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: NOTED THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1966181 DATED 10-7-2016 NOT CORRECTED: #18) NOTED OVER 30 FLYING INSECTS ON WALLS, CEILING, BOXES AND SHELVING AT THE UTILITY ROOM AND REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. MUST HAVE PREMISES SERVICED BY PEST CONTROL COMPANY. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-42-090.
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Inside containers or receptacles: adequate number, properly covered and insect/rodent proof
Inspector notes: NO COVERS OR LIDS FOR ANY OF THE INSIDE GARBAGE CONTAINERS. MUST PROVIDE LIDS FOR ALL GARBAGE CONTAINERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARD AT REAR SLICING/CAN OPENER TABLE IS STAINED AND IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPLACE OR REFINISH SURFACE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS, AND MAINTAIN DRY FLOORS.
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Oct 7, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: NOTED OVER 30 FLYING INSECTS ON WALLS, CEILING,BOXES AND SHELVING AT THE UTILITY ROOM AND REAR PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS INSIDE THE UTILITY ROOM AND MAINTAIN DRY FLOORS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED DUST ACCUMULATION ON VENTS AT THE REAR STORAGE AREA BY THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 12, 2015
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST ACCUMULATION ON VENTILATION VENTS ABOVE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR OF PREMISES. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 4, 2014
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jul 28, 2014
License
2 minor violations.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GARBAGE OUTSIDE OF DUMPSTERS ON GROUND, SCATTERED ABOUT. OBSERVED DUMPSTERS WITH LIDS NOT FULLY CLOSED DUE TO OVERFILLED CANS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS AROUND DUMPSTERS AND INCREASE GARBAGE PICKUP OR NUMBER OF DUMPSTERS IN ORDER TO KEEP GARBAGE AREA CLEAN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND UNUSED TRAYS STORED ON FLOOR NEAR MOP CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO STORE OFF FLOOR AT LEAST SIX INCHES AND TO MAINTAIN. FOUND DIRT BUILDUP ON FLOOR NEAR MOP CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Papa John's Pizza Chi last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Papa John's Pizza Chi on file is from Dec 10, 2025. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Papa John's Pizza Chi?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Papa John's Pizza Chi.
Has Papa John's Pizza Chi's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Papa John's Pizza Chi have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Papa John's Pizza Chi 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 Papa John's Pizza Chi inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Papa John's Pizza Chi is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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