FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
WENDY'S PROPERTIES, LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 9, 2025
Complaint
License #2423887
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 25 SMALL RODENT DROPPINGS IN DINING AREAS INSIDE BEVERAGE DISPENSING CABINET SCATTERED ON SHELF, ALONGSIDE BEVERAGE MACHINES IN BOTH CORNERS. NOTED 22 SMALL LIVE BLACK FLIES FLYING THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA, ON CARDBOARD BOXES STORING SINGLE USE ARTICLES, ON TOP OF COUNTER WHERE BEVERGAE DISPENSING EQUIPMENT IS LOCATED AND ON WALL ENTERING FACILITY. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. MUST ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD SPILLS INSIDE REACH IN COOLER CONTAINING SALADS AS WELL AS INSIDE BEVERAGE DISPENSING EQUIPMENT AND INSIDE CABINET WITH SYRUP SPILLS ON INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL SURFACES INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE IN ORDER TO PREVENT FOOD SOURCE FOR PEST. MUST MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED WATER POOLING WATER UNDERNEATH UNUSED DISHWASHER IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR EQUIPMENT OR REMOVE.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED WATER POOLING WATER UNDERNEATH UNUSED DISHWASHER IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR EQUIPMENT OR REMOVE.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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CDPH Food Protection