PASS
Risk 2 (Medium)
WHALE FISH & CHICKEN Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
WHALE FISH & CHICKEN
5650 W DIVISION ST, CHICAGO 60651
October 5, 2026
Short Form Complaint
License #2881903
3
Total Violations
3
Minor
Inspection Summary
This facility was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on October 5, 2026. The inspection type was "Short Form Complaint" and resulted in a Pass outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: 2-402.11---OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-602.13---INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE FRONT WINDOW LEDGE AT FRONT CUSTOMER AREA TO REMOVE LITTER DEBRIS AND DEAD FLY AND BETTER 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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-602.13---INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE FRONT WINDOW LEDGE AT FRONT CUSTOMER AREA TO REMOVE LITTER DEBRIS AND DEAD FLY AND BETTER 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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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