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BP FUEL & MINI MART Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

BP FUEL & MINI MART 5600-5616 S WESTERN AVE, CHICAGO 60636 Restaurant
August 8, 2025 Canvass License #2501559
9
Total Violations
3
Critical
6
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

9
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. FOUND 40 OR MORE MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE SHELVES IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA AND ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE POTATO CHIPS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) ISSUED.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED TWO REAR DOORS AND FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED; INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF DOORS TO AVOID RODENT ENTRY. OWNER BEGAN WORKING ON DOORS DURING INSPECTION.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DIRT ON THE FAN COVERS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FAN COVERS. OBSERVED DUST ON SOME CEILING VENTS IN STORE; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING VENTS WHERE NEEDED.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A CRACK IN THE TOILET BOWL COVER IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE COVER.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS IN NEED OF CLEANING UNDER SHELVES ON SELLING FLOOR, INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER, IN REAR AREA WHERE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM LOCATED AND IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE WALL COVING AT THE BASE OF THE WALL IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM IN POOR REPAIR ON ONE SIDE OF THE WALL; INSTRUCTED TO RESEAL WHERE NEEDED.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND UNNECESSARY ITEMS STORED IN THE UTILITY SINK IN THE REAR AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SO THAT SINK IS ACCESSIBLE FOR USE.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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