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FAMILY DOLLAR Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

FAMILY DOLLAR 6349 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE, CHICAGO 60637 Grocery Store
November 12, 2025 Canvass License #1801556
6
Total Violations
3
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED STORAGE RACKS CONTAINING TCS FOODS AND BEVERAGES INSIDE COOLING UNITS THROUGHOUT WITH ACCULULATED MOLD LIKE AND DIRT BUILDUP AND FOOD SPILLS INSIDE REACH IN DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
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: OBSERVED ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN BOTH MEN AND WOMEN TOILET ROOMS IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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 #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED LARGE CARDBOARD BOX USED AS RECEPTACLE IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE AND PROVIDE RECEPTABLE WITH LID AS REQUIRED.
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 #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE RECEPTACLES ENCLOSED AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED TRASH, DIRT, FOOD ITEMS AND MISCELLANUES UNDERNEATH ALL SHELVING RACKS THROUGHOUT PREMISE, OFFICE AND ENTRANCE WAY OF STOCK ROOM NEAR MOP SINK AND TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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: OBSERVED TRASH, DIRT, FOOD ITEMS AND MISCELLANUES UNDERNEATH ALL SHELVING RACKS THROUGHOUT PREMISE, OFFICE AND ENTRANCE WAY OF STOCK ROOM NEAR MOP SINK AND TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections