FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
EL PROGRESSO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
July 15, 2025
Complaint
License #2924421
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 LARGE LIVE FLIES IN BUTCHER AREA AND REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE FLIES, AND REQUEST SERVICE FROM PEST CONTROL COMPANY FOR ABATEMENT OF FLY ACTIVITY. 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 #52
MAJOR
Violation Details
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED NO GREASE RECEPTACLE OUTSIDE FOR COLLECTION OF USED GREASE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PROPER WASTE CONTAINER FOR USED GREASE.
Why This Matters
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Specific Requirements
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-402.11
Violation #52
MAJOR
Violation Details
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED NO GREASE RECEPTACLE OUTSIDE FOR COLLECTION OF USED GREASE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PROPER WASTE CONTAINER FOR USED GREASE.
Why This Matters
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Specific Requirements
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-402.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection