PASS
Risk 2 (Medium)
DAVEENS AFRICAN FOOD AND GROCERY LLC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
DAVEENS AFRICAN FOOD AND GROCERY LLC
6421 S DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DR, CHICAGO 60637
Grocery Store
November 12, 2025
Canvass
License #2929877
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED DEAD FLIES ON WINDOWSILLS; INSTUCTED TO REMOVE DEAD INSECTS FROM WINDOWSILLS.
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 #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN REAR STORAGE AREA. SOME UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN AREA MAKING AREA CLUTTERED AND A HARBORAGE FOR RODENTS.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: TWO SMALL AREAS OF THE WALL IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA WERE PLASTERED; INSTRUCTED TO PAINT OVER PLASTERED AREA TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: TWO SMALL AREAS OF THE WALL IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA WERE PLASTERED; INSTRUCTED TO PAINT OVER PLASTERED AREA TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection