FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Culver's of Chicago JPSTA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
November 20, 2025
Complaint
License #2939113
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED LOW TEMPERATURE CHEMICAL DISH MACHINE NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING, CHEMICAL SANITIZER CHLORINE OBSERVED AT 0PPM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN CHEMICAL SANITIZING AT MINIMUM OF 50PPM OF CHLORINE. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED. MACHINE IS TAGGED AT THIS TIME BY CDPH. MAY NOT BE USED UNTIL RE-INSPECTION.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 SMALL FRUIT FLIES ON PREMISES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS; DINING ROOM/COUNTER, REAR STORAGE, MEN'S AND WOMEN'S RESTROOMS, MOP SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ABATE SMALL FRUIT FLY ACTIVITY AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF FOOD GRIME ON SHELVING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED CLEAN WATER SEEPING FROM BASE AREA OF TOILET IN WOMEN'S RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED CLEAN WATER SEEPING FROM BASE AREA OF TOILET IN WOMEN'S RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection