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CLARK Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store/gas station

CLARK 1952 W GARFIELD BLVD, CHICAGO 60609 GROCERY STORE/GAS STATION
July 18, 2025 Canvass Re-Inspection License #2744737
5
Total Violations
2
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-602.13 OBSERVED ALL COOLING UNITS LOCATED IN PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES. MUST REMVOE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS.
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 #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: 5-501.115 OBSERVED REFUSE AREA WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF CLUTTER, BOXES, CRATES, MISCELLANEUS ITEMS ALL THROUGHOUT GROUND AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE IN ORDER TO PREVENT HIDING SPACES FOR PEST AND MAINTAIN REFUSE AREA.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.13 OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON FLOORS WALK IN COOLER, REAR PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS AND REMOVE ALL DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS INCLUDING GROCERY 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 #57
MINOR
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: 2-102.13 OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW.
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
Violation #57
MINOR
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: 2-102.13 OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW.
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections