FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
SOUTH SHORE FOOD MART INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
SOUTH SHORE FOOD MART INC.
(AKA: SOUTH SHORE FOOD MART)
7900 S SOUTH SHORE DR, CHICAGO 60617
Grocery Store
September 28, 2023
Complaint
License #2340833
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 75 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES AT OVERFLOWING GARBAGE CAN ON SALES FLOOR,IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA ON A SOILED PIECE OF CARDBOARD ON FLOOR,ON LID OF A 5- GALLON CONTAINER OF BBQ SAUCE,CRAWLING ON AND INSIDE OF A DAMAGED CONTAINER OF NACHO PEPPERS ON SHELF IN REAR PREP AREA,INSIDE OF BOXES OF TRASH ,ON WALLS AND FLYING AROUND THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST REMOVE TRASH AND BOXES.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 9/28/23.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED BOXES BEING USED FOR GARBAGE MUST ELIMINATE AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE GARBAGE CANS.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED BOXES BEING USED FOR GARBAGE MUST ELIMINATE AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE GARBAGE CANS.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection