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FAIRPLAY FOODS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

FAIRPLAY FOODS 2323 W 111TH ST, CHICAGO 60643 Grocery Store
June 16, 2025 Short Form Complaint License #10947
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE KNIFE DRYING RACK IN THE FISH DEPARTMENT WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND DUST, ALSO COMING LOOSE FROM THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, MAINTAIN AND REPAIR
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE REACH IN COOLING UNITS IN THE REAR DELI AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF DEBRIS ON THE BOTTOM BASES OF ALL UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE DRAIN PIPE UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR PRODUCE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING AREAS WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, DUST AND OR DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER SHELVING AND OR AROUND EQUIPMENT AND OR TABLES: THE FLOOR AND WALL IN THE PRODUCE PREP AREA... THE FLOOR IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA ALONG THE WALL AND UNDER SHELVING... THE FLOOR BEHIND THE HOBART MEAT GRINDER IN THE MEAT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS
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: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING AREAS WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, DUST AND OR DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER SHELVING AND OR AROUND EQUIPMENT AND OR TABLES: THE FLOOR AND WALL IN THE PRODUCE PREP AREA... THE FLOOR IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA ALONG THE WALL AND UNDER SHELVING... THE FLOOR BEHIND THE HOBART MEAT GRINDER IN THE MEAT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS
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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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections