PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
MOSES BUTCHER SHOP Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
November 21, 2025
Complaint
License #2158051
4
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on November 21, 2025. The inspection type was "Complaint" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection, including 3 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #23
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED READY TO EAT, TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (HONEY TURKEY AND HONEY HAM SUB SANDWICHES) NOT PROPERLY DATED AND NO FOOD LOG STATING WHEN THE FOOD ITEMS WERE PREPARED. DELI SANDWICHES STORED IN SELF SERVICE COOLER, NEAR THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DATE MARKING WITH DISPOSITION DATE FOR RTE FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD OVER 24 HOURS IN COLD HOLDING UNIT. DISPOSITION DATE STARTS THE FIRST DAY OF PREPARATION AND SHOULD BE SOLD OR DISCARDED AFTER SEVEN DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.
Food Code Requirement
Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.
Specific Requirements
Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-403.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FROZEN PACKAGES AND BUCKETS OF CHITTERLINGS STORED AT ROOM TEMPERATURE IN FRONT OF THE DISPLAY COOLERS AT THE DELI/BUTCHER AREA. INTRUCTED TO STORE ITEMS IN A COLD HOLDING UNIT FOR DISPLAY TO BE SOLD AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED STICKY TRAPS FILLED WITH DEAD BUGS STORED ON THE CEILINGS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REPLACE.
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 STICKY TRAPS FILLED WITH DEAD BUGS STORED ON THE CEILINGS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REPLACE.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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