PASS
Risk 1 (High)
WHOLE FOODS MARKET Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
October 9, 2025
Complaint
License #2488666
4
Total Violations
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED SOFT DINKS BOXES STORED ON FLOOR IN FRONT OF FACILITY. MUST PROPERLY ELEVATE ITEMS 6INCHES OF THE FLOOR AAND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN BAKERY DEPARTMENT. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR BEHIND THE DISHWASHING ROOM AND IN THE PRODUCE COOLER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED WALL CAULKING IN THE DISHWASHING ROOM WITH BLACKEN SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED WET FLOOR INSIDE DISHWASHING ROOM. MUST MAINTAIN FLOOR DRY AT ALL TIMES. OBSERVED BROKEN AND DAMAGED FLOOR IN THE DISHWASHING ROOM. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR BEHIND THE DISHWASHING ROOM AND IN THE PRODUCE COOLER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED WALL CAULKING IN THE DISHWASHING ROOM WITH BLACKEN SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED WET FLOOR INSIDE DISHWASHING ROOM. MUST MAINTAIN FLOOR DRY AT ALL TIMES. OBSERVED BROKEN AND DAMAGED FLOOR IN THE DISHWASHING ROOM. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection