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SUPER SUBMARINE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SUPER SUBMARINE 1050 N ASHLAND AVE, CHICAGO 60622 Restaurant
September 26, 2025 Complaint Re-Inspection License #2827666
12
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
8
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

12
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 6-301.14 : MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINK IN TOILET ROOM AND REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: 3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING UPPER FAN WALL SCREEN AND REAR DOOR WIDE OPEN WITH NO SCREEN MUST PROVIDE TO PREVENT INSECT ENTRY MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-102.11 : OBSERVED PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS BEING USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS MUST PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE.
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 #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM STORAGE SHELVES TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.MUST REMOVE TAPE WRAPPED AROUND LID OF CHEST FREEZER TO BE IN GOOD REPAIR.
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: 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP AND SPLATTER FROM INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOLERS,CHEST FREEZERS,FRYER CABINETS AND ANY OTHER EQUIPMENT.
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 #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND HOLES IN LOWER WALLS BEHIND 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND SODA STORAGE RACKS AND WHERE NEEDED,LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREAS,STAINED CEILING TILES.MUST SEAL ALL CRACKS AND CREVICES IN WALLS AND TRIM THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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: 6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN FOOD SPLATTER ,DUST AND BUILD UP FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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: 6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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: 6-201.16 : MUST SCRAPE CHIPPING PAINT FROM WALLS IN LOBBY AREA,REAR PREP AREA AND WHERE NEEDED TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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: : 6-501.114 : MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND BOXES FROM ON TOP OF EQUIPMENT AND ALONG WALL BASES BEHIND COOLERS AND FREEZERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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: : 6-501.114 : MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND BOXES FROM ON TOP OF EQUIPMENT AND ALONG WALL BASES BEHIND COOLERS AND FREEZERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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.

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