SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

FIVE GUYS BURGERS & FRIES.

EAT. 91/100

22 S CLINTON ST · WEST LOOP, CHICAGO

Last inspected January 23, 2025 · passed

8 of 12 inspections passed, with 2 critical violations on file.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
12
8 passed · 2 w/ conditions · 2 failed
VIOLATIONS
16
includes 2 critical
RECORDS COVER
8 YEARS
since Mar 2016

INSPECTION HISTORY

JAN 23
2025
PASSED
0 violations
NOV 6
2024
PASSED
0 violations
JAN 27
2022
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

FOUND MIDDLE BASIN AT 3 COMP SINK SLOW DRAINING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINOROther
MISCELLANEOUS / PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS

FOUND DINE IN RESTAURANT WITHOUT A WRITTEN PROTOCOL FOR IMPLEMENTING AND ENFORCING THE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS ORDER. SUCH WRITTEN RECORD SHALL BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION UPON REQUEST OF ANY CITY OFFICIAL AUTHORIZED TO ENFORCE THIS ORDER. PUBLIC HEALTH ORDER. 2021-2.

JAN 10
2020
PASSED
0 violations
MAR 13
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

NO CLEAN UP KIT OR PROCEDURES ONSITE FOR VOMITING OR DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE KIT AND POST PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

MUST REPAIR LEAKY SPRAYER AT 3-COMP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST DETAIL CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOORS IN FRONT & REAR PREP AREAS, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ARE REQUIRED FOR EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE ONLINE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE.

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APR 18
2018
PASSED
0 violations
APR 10
2018
FAILED
2 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

Observed small live fly activity in the following areas: *20 or more along walls and ceiling junction, in rear dish washing area and rear dry storage area on ceiling above ice machine. *10 or more in dining area near ketchup dispenser unit, along walls and ceiling junction. Instructed manager to schedule visit with pest control operator to eliminate activity. Serious violation # 7-38-020

MINORSanitation
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Observed frozen dessert machine on site, in use, without proper plumbing. Must install faucet with hot and cold running water above the top of the machine to properly wash, rinse and sanitize. Must maintain same.

JAN 10
2018
PASSED
0 violations
JAN 3
2018
FAILED
2 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

Observed previous minor violations from report 2065092, date 6/27/17, not corrected: #38 Observed frozen desert machine on site, in use, without proper plumbing. Must install faucet with hot and cold running water above the top of the machine to properly wash, rinse and sanitize. Must maintain same. Instructed manager to correct violation by reinspection date. Serious violation #7-42-090

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Observed interior surfaces of ice tea dispensing machine located in front dining area with dried tea and scale deposits. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times.

JUN 27
2017
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORPest Activity
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

Observed standing water under 3 compartment sink in rear prep area, and under/behind coke machines in front dining room. Must keep all floor dry and clean to prevent pest harborage. Must maintain same.

MINORSanitation
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Observed frozen desert machine on site, in use, without proper plumbing. Must install faucet with hot and cold running water above the top of the machine to properly wash, rinse, and sanitize. Must maintain same.

JUN 8
2016
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED ALUMINUM FOIL BEING USED TO LINE THE METAL RACK THAT IS USED FOR BUN STORAGE ON THE FLAT TOP GRILL. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE MATERIAL AND PROVIDE A SURFACE FOR THE BUNS THAT IS SMOOTH, DURABLE AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

OBSERVED THAT NOT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MEET FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS. MUST PROPERLY TRAIN ALL FOOD HANDLERS.

MAR 30
2016
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN REMAINDER OF CONSTRUCTION DUST FROM PREP SURFACES, AND TO WASH AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES BEFORE USE.

MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN CONSTRUCTION DUST AND DEBRIS FROM FLOORS THROUGHOUT.

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