FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Food 4 Less Midwest #552 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
July 17, 2025
Canvass
License #1596210
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. FOUND 20 OR MORE FLIES ON PREMISES IN THE DELI/BAKERY AREA; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ESTABLISHMENT SERVICED BY ECOLAB TO ELIMINATE THE PROBLEM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED THE DOOR SWEEP AT DOOR 3 IN THE RECEIVING AREA IN POOR REPAIR; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DOOR SWEEP.
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 WASTE WATER BACKING UP FROM THE FLOOR DRAIN IN THE PRODUCE PREP AREA; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
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 WASTE WATER BACKING UP FROM THE FLOOR DRAIN IN THE PRODUCE PREP AREA; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
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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CDPH Food Protection