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DAMEN FUEL Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store/gas station

DAMEN FUEL (AKA: CLARK) 7050 S DAMEN AVE, CHICAGO 60636 GROCERY STORE/GAS STATION
September 26, 2025 Complaint License #2895962
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #10
CORRECTED CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO POST HANDWASH SIGNAGE FOR ALL HANDSINKS AND MAINTAIN. CORRECTED ON SITE.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEAD ROACHES SEEN UNDER EQUIPMENT AS DESCRIBED IN COMPLAINT.
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 THE CAN OPENER BLADE AT THE PREP TABLE IN NEED OF CLEANING; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON WASHROOM DOOR; INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT WASHROOM DOOR.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED AND INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER TO REMOVE SPILLS, DIRT AND STICKINESS. ALSO CLEAN FLOORS IN CORNER AREA OF STORE BY THE ICE COOLER TO REMOVE ITEMS ON FLOOR AND DEBRIS. OBSERVED DUST ON SOME CEILING TILE AND CEILING VENTS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WHERE NEEDED AND MAINTAIN.
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: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED AND INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER TO REMOVE SPILLS, DIRT AND STICKINESS. ALSO CLEAN FLOORS IN CORNER AREA OF STORE BY THE ICE COOLER TO REMOVE ITEMS ON FLOOR AND DEBRIS. OBSERVED DUST ON SOME CEILING TILE AND CEILING VENTS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WHERE NEEDED AND MAINTAIN.
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.

Health Department Information

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