White Castle #21
Last inspected: Nov 7, 2025
100
Score
Going back to 2010, White Castle #21 has 21 inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 7, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
“Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing 10 times across the record.
White Castle #21's latest score of 100 sits above the Chicago average of 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Nov 7, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Nov 5, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED WITHIN SPECIFIED TIME FRAME ON THE INSPECTION REPORT#2626135 DATED 10/27/2025: (54) 5-501.13 - OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER WITH BROKEN LIDS INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN TO ENSURE TIGHT-FITTING LIDS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT THE VIOLATION SHALL NOW BE CLASSIFIED AS A PRIORITY ITEM DUE TO PREVIOUS NONCOMPLIANCE. MUST CORRECT BEFORE RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 NOTED EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN UNDER EQUIPMENT, BEHIND ICE MACHINE, UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, AND HANDSINKS. ALSO NOTED BROKEN FLOOR TILES. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND REPAIR ALL BROKEN FLOOR TILES
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Oct 27, 2025
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: (54) 5-501.13 - OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER WITH BROKEN LIDS INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN TO ENSURE TIGHT FITTING LIDS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN UNDER EQUIPMENT,BEHIND ICE MACHINE, UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND HANDSINKS. ALSO NOTED BROKEN FLOOR TILES. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN, SANITIZE AND REPAIR ALL BROKEN FLOOR TILES
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Dec 26, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED AUTOMATIC FAUCET WATER SENSOR IN RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LITTER SURROUNDING DUMPSTERS OUTSIDE IN DUMPSTER ENCLOSURE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN REAR OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE FRYERS IN MAIN PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Dec 6, 2023
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Dec 4, 2023
Reinspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 11-20-2023, REPORT #2585451. #10-OBSERVED WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND WASHING SINK IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM AT 145F. WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND WASHING SINK IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM FOUND AT 149F. BOTH ARE AUTOMATIC HAND SINKS. A HANDWASHING SINK shall have maximum hot water temperature of 49�C (120�F) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13--OBSERVED NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING COMPLETION FOR EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.
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Nov 20, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 8/11/2021, REPORT #2523885. #47-4-501.11--OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 3 DOOR STAND-UP COOLER(MIDDLE DOOR). INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET. #55-6-201.17--INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN HALLWAY LEADING TO WASHROOMS. #55-6-501.12--OBSERVED DIRTY FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP UNDERNEATH THE FRYERS.MUST CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND WASHING SINK IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM AT 145F. WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND WASHING SINK IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM FOUND AT 149F. BOTH ARE AUTOMATIC HAND SINKS. A HANDWASHING SINK shall have maximum hot water temperature of 49�C (120�F) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING COMPLETION FOR EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN LITTER ON GROUND SURROUNDING OUTDOOR DUMPSTER AREA.
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Aug 11, 2021
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14-- INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS (3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA).
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11--OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 3 DOOR STAND-UP COOLER(MIDDLE DOOR). INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.17--INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN CUSTOMER DINING AREA AND HALLWAY LEADING TO WASHROOMS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12--OBSERVED DIRTY FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP UNDERNEATH THE FRYERS.MUST CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.13--OBSERVED LOOSE COVING TILES BEHIND THE ICE MACHINE.MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 4-202.18--INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS ABOVE THE FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD UP.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-202.11--INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD FOR LIGHT FIXTURE AT REAR ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.
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Aug 4, 2021
Routine
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE FOOD PREP AREA AND REAR DISHWASHING 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A),CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS (3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA).
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GAP OPENING APPROX:1/4" AT BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER OF REAR EXIT DOOR.MUST PEST PROOF SAID DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 3 DOOR STAND-UP COOLER(MIDDLE DOOR). INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH THE FAR LEFT COMPARTMENT OF THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.MUST REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN CUSTOMER DINING AREA AND HALLWAY LEADING TO WASHROOMS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRTY FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP UNDERNEATH THE FRYERS.MUST CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOOSE COVING TILES BEHIND THE ICE MACHINE.MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD FOR LIGHT FIXTURE AT REAR ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS ABOVE THE FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD UP.
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Jun 11, 2020
Complaint
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: FOUND REACH-IN COOLER WITH TCS FOODS NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE (AIR TEMPERATURE OF 46.8F). INSTRUCTED MANAGER COOLERS WITH TCS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41.0F. INSTRUCTED TO FIX. ALSO NOTED UNABLE TO CLOSE THE DOOR PROPERLY DUE TO BROKEN RUBBER GASKET. MUST REPAIR. REACH-IN COOLER IS TAGGED "HELD FOR INSPECTION". INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL REPAIRED. SEE COMMENTS BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: FOUND TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER (AIR TEMPERATURE OF 46.8F). NOTED SLICED CHEESE INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF 48.7F/47.5F/46.4F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, TCS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41.0F OR BELOW AND HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF ABOVE 135.OF. MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID FOOD PRODUCTS. TOTAL VALUE $100.00, TOTAL WEIGHT 15 LBS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING KITCHEN HOOD FILTERS ABOVE FRYER AND GRILL.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN COUNTER TOP BEHIND HEATING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR HEAVY LEAKY FAUCET NECK AT ONE COMPARTMENT SINK (NEXT TO HAND SINK) IN PREP/COOKING AREA.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN REAR OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER AREA. NOTED SOME LITTER ON GROUND.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS, UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION.
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Aug 6, 2019
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK ACCESSIBLE AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL AN EXPOSED HAND SINK AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c) NO CITATION ISSUED
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE/KIT ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE CLEAN UP PROCEDURE/KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GASKETS AT ALL COOLER DOORS WEARING AWAY.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE GASKETS AT ALL COOLER DOORS. CORE VIOLATION
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF THREE DOOR REACH IN COOLER HAS FOOD PARTICULATES AT BASE OF UNIT.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN INTERIOR OF THREE DOOR REACH IN COOLER.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW DEVICES AT MOP SINK AND ICE MAKER.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL BACK FLOW DEVICES AT ICE MAKER AND MOP SINK. CORE VIOLATION
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOLES IN CEILING PANELS AT REAR .INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR OR REPLACE CEILING PANELS. CORE VIOLATION
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BURNT OUT LIGHT BULBS AT REAR OF RESTAURANT.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE LIGHT BULBS. CORE VIOLATION
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Sep 23, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: TOPS AND SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT AND INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE DOOR NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ALONG WALLS, UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREP AND STORAGE AREAS,
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LOW WATER PRESSURE AT FAUCET OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR,
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER OUTSIDE STORAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE, PROVIDE SHELVING TO BETTER STORE WANTED ITEMS,
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Dec 28, 2015
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD OR SHATTERPROOF LIGHT BULB INSIDE HOT HOLDING (FRIES) UNIT IN PREP AREA.
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Dec 10, 2015
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD OR SHATTERPROOF LIGHT BULB INSIDE HOT HOLDING (FRIES) UNIT IN PREP AREA.
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Nov 20, 2015
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FOUND FACILITIES (BREAKFAST PREP COOLER) WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 53.6F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, COOLER WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW. ALL EQUIPMENT THAT HOLDS HOT/COLD FOODS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT THE APPROPRIATE TEMPERATURES TO MAKE SURE FOOD IS KEPT AT SAFE TEMPERATURES. THE SAID COOLER WAS TAGGED "HELD FOR INSPECTION". INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL REPAIRED. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENTS DURING STORAGE INSIDE BREAKFAST PREP COOLER. NOTED BREAKFAST SAUSAGE INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF 52.5F AND RAW EGGS INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF 50.4F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW AND HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 140F OR ABOVE. MANAGER DISCARDED BREAKFAST SAUSAGE AND RAW EGGS. APPROXIMATE TOTAL AMOUNT OF 8 LBS AND APPROXIMATE TOTAL VALUE OF $70.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A).
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, COOLERS AND FREEZERS WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS, STORAGE AND PREP SHELVES THROUGHOUT, BEVERAGE COUNTER IN DINING AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREP AND STORAGE AREA.-------MUST RESEAL UNSEALED BASEBOARD TILES WITH GAP/OPENING BEHIND ICE MACHINE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALLS WITH DRIED FOOD SPILLAGE AROUND PREP AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD OR SHATTERPROOF LIGHT BULB INSIDE HOT HOLDING UNIT IN PREP AREA.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Oct 3, 2014
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found some food items not properly dated in coolers, must properly date food items in coolers.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Caulk around sink in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Feb 25, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Gasket at (1) door cooler near front grill(loose).Instructed to repair gasket.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Hood/filters above grill not cleaned.Instructed to clean and remove grease build up and maintain.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors along walls and in all corners in need for further cleaning and repair coving(loose) along baseboards throughout.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Provide hair restraints for all food handlers when working around open foods.
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Jun 27, 2013
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found some food items not dated/labeled in reach in coolers, must date and label food items in reach in coolers.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced. Reach in coolers door gaskets that were in state of disrepair, shall be replaced/repaired.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving/racks not clean, need cleaning(detailed).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(had excess grease build up).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area, rear kitchen area not clean, need cleaning.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust vents(ventilation) in kitchen prep area, rear kitchen areas, and bathrooms not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Apr 24, 2012
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. INTERIOR PANEL OF THE SODA MACHINE UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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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. FLOORS AT THE REAR AREA,BOILER,MOPSINK,CORNER OF 3 DOOR COOLER UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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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. BASE WALLS AROUND MOPSINK,ENTRANCE DOOR TO PREP AREA ,UNDER HAND SINK IN BAD REPAIR ,INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/APPLY SEALANT
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. 2 BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD IN DISH AREA AND PREP AREA MUST BE REPLACED;UNCLEAN LIGHT FIXTURES IN FRONT PREP MUST BE CLEANED AND MAINTAINED
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Jun 24, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ice build-up inside reach-in freezer. Instructed to remove ice build-up from unit.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Interior deep fryer cabinets not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor behind equipment and under deep fryers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Stock stored on floor in rear. Instructed to elevate supplies 6 inches or higher off floor and away from wall.
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Jul 20, 2010
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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. INTERIOR OF 1 PREP COOLER NEAR CASHIER UNCLEAN-AIR FAN,WALLS -INSTRUCTED TO KEEP CLEAN ALL THE TIME
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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. FLOOR BEHIND ICE MACHINE,WALKIN FREEZER,FLOOR DRAINS MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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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. CEILING TILES ABOVE 1 COMPARTMENT SINK UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was White Castle #21 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at White Castle #21 on file is from Nov 7, 2025. The public record contains 21 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at White Castle #21?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at White Castle #21.
Has White Castle #21's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at White Castle #21 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at White Castle #21 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 White Castle #21 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, White Castle #21 is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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