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JIMMY JOHNS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

JIMMY JOHNS (AKA: JIMMY JOHN'S) 2336 W LAWRENCE AVE, CHICAGO 60625 Restaurant
September 18, 2025 License License #3051321
10
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
7
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

10
Violation #39
MAJOR
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: NOTED BREAD BEING STORED DIRECTLY UNDER THE HAND WASHING SINK. MUST NOT STORE FOODS UNDER SINKS OF ANY KIND.----MUST NOT STORE CLEAN CUTTING BOARD OF FOOD CONTAINER LIDS BEHIND THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET.
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: NOTED RUSTY METAL RACK SHELVING INSIDE THE REAR TALL REACH-IN COOLER. MUST REPLACE OR REMOVE RUST.
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: MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR SHELVING INSIDE COOLERS.
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: EXTREMELY LOW COLD WATER PRESSURE IN THE WEST WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE GREATER COLD WATER FLOW.
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: MUST STORE SOILED MOP HEADS INVERTED IN THE UTILITY SERVICE SINK.
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: ALL UNNECESSARY STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES AND ALL OTHER NEEDED ITEMS MUST STORE ORGANIZED AND ELEVATED FROM THE FLOORS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING.
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: MISSING AND DAMAGED BASEBOARD COVING AT THE REAR EXIT DOOR. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE.
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 #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN BOTH WASHROOMS. VENTILATION NOTED IN THE CEILING DISTRIBUTES HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING, NOT AIR REMOVAL.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #57
MINOR
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
Violation #57
MINOR
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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