FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
SOUTHSIDE SHRIMP Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
June 16, 2025
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License #2796551
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER PRESENT WHILE FOODS; SUCH AS, SHRIMP, FISH, AND OTHER SEAFOODS ARE BEING PREPARED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED. INSTRUCTED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE FACILITY IS OPENED AND OPERATING AND WHILE FOOD IS BEING PREPARED. PIC ARRIVED ONSITE AT 12:50PM.
Why This Matters
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Specific Requirements
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED GREASE RECEPTACLE IN REAR TRASH AREA WITH A HEAVY ACCUMULATION OF GREASE ON RECEPTACLE AND SURROUNDING AREA ON THE GROUND. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE RODENT ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (B) CITATION ISSUED.
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 GREASE RECEPTACLE IN REAR TRASH AREA WITH A HEAVY ACCUMULATION OF GREASE ON RECEPTACLE AND SURROUNDING AREA ON THE GROUND. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE RODENT ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (B) CITATION ISSUED.
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
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