FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
ZIAD FOOD AND LIQUOR Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
September 10, 2025
License
License #3045661
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #5
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE OR NECCESARY ITEMS OUTLINED IN THE POLICY FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIRHEAL INCIDENTS THAT CAN OCCUR IN THE ESTABLISHMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Food Code Requirement
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Specific Requirements
Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-501.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 70 SMALL AND LARGE RODENT DROPPINGS ON PREMISE IN THE FOLLOWING PLACES... ON LOWER SHELVING UNITS WHERE CHIPS AND PAPERTOWELS ARE STORED, SCATTERED ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN UNUSED SLOT MACHINES , SCATTERED ON DISPLAY LIQUOR CASING LOCATED NEAR REGISTERS, IN REAR PREP IN CORNER WHERE BROWN STORAGE CABINET AND MICROWAVE IS STORED , IN BETWEEN ALL BLACK RISERS LOCATED THROUGHOUT ALL LIQUOR STORAGE SPACES AND ON TOP OF VARIOUS UNOPENED LIQUOR BOXES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS , CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL SAID AREAS AND MAINTAIN PREMISE FREE OF PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-020 (A). NO 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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF PEST CONTROL AGREEMENT ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-020 (C). NO 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 #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BOXES OF LIQUOR STACKED AND STORED ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT REAR STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING TO STORE ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
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 BOXES OF LIQUOR STACKED AND STORED ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT REAR STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING TO STORE ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
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
Report Issues
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection