OCT 20
2025
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violationsDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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JOE'S BAR.
YOUR CALL. 67/100
940 W WEED ST · GOOSE ISLAND, CHICAGO
Last inspected October 20, 2025 · passed with conditions
10 of 18 inspections passed, 4 failed, 4 passed with conditions. 7 critical violations across the record.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
18
10 passed · 4 w/ conditions · 4 failed
VIOLATIONS
64
includes 7 critical
RECORDS COVER
13 YEARS
since Jun 2012
INSPECTION HISTORY
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Found 60 lbs of cooked chicken wings held at 50.8f in walk-in cooler, chicken stored in large deep covered container in cooler a day before. Instructed manager to hold cold TCS foods at 41 f or lower. Priority violation 7-38-005. chicken discarded valued at $150.
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Bulk food container ( flour )not labeled, Instructed to label.
JUN 32024PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
JUN 3
2024
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
CLEAN THE SODA GUN NOZZLES AT THE BARS.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER THE BARS.
JUL 172023PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
JUL 17
2023
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED 2 URINALS IN 1 MEN'S TOILET ROOM DO NOT FLUSH. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED 1 CERTIFIED MANAGER WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
JUN 112019PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
JUN 11
2019
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
MUST REPAIR BROKEN LID ON PREP COOLER IN PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST DETAIL CLEAN GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS IN PREP AREA UNDER AND BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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MAR 272019PASS W/ CONDITIONS7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MAR 27
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
MUST PROVIDE DATE MARKINGS TO TCS/RTE FOODS PREPARED ONSITE AND HELD IN COOLERS OVER 24 HRS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSUME BY DATE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH COMMON FOOD NAMES WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL PACKAGING. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN,
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
MUST CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM MOUNTED CAN OPENER IN REAR PREP, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
MUST DETAIL DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF THE 2-DOOR REACH IN FREEZER IN THE PREP AREA. ALSO, CLEAN DRIED FOOD LOWER SHELVES ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
MUST REPAIR HOT WATER KNOB ON HAND SINK BEHIND THE CHAPTER BAR, KNOB STRIPPED. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST REMOVE OR ORGANIZE CLUTTER THROUGHOUT FRONT CLOSET ADJACENT TO THE CHAPTER BAR. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ITEMS 6" OFF FLOORS TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST DETAIL EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION FROM FAN COVERS IN THE WALK IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED MAINTAIN.
SEP 112018PASS W/ CONDITIONS3 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
SEP 11
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #2-201-11.
5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
APR 212017PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
APR 21
2017
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MUST REMOVE PINK BUILDUP FROM THE INTERIOR SURFACE OF THE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE RIPPED GASKETS AROUND THE DOORS, DEFROST THE INTERIOR TO REMOVE FROST BUILDUP, AND REATTACH THE INTERIOR DOOR PANEL OF THE 2-DOOR REACH-IN FREEEZER AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE BROWN BUILDUP FROM THE SODA GUN NOZZLE ATTACHED TO THE OFF TRACK BETTING BAR AND MAINTAIN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
THE HAND SINK LOCATED IN FRONT OF THE KITCHEN IS SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT A PLUMBER TO REPAIR SINK AND ALLOW ADEQUATE DRAINING AND MAINTAIN.
JUN 32016PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
JUN 3
2016
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST FROM THE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND THE BOTTOM SURFACE OF THE REAR PREP TABLE. MAINTAIN SAME.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE CAN OPENER IN THE REAR PREP AREA, THE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER, BOTTOM SURFACE OF ALL COOLERS, LOWER SURFACE OF PREP TABLES AND INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYERS.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE FLOOR DRAINS, FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS, IN THE WALK IN COOLER, BAR AREA AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROOF ALL FOOD HANDLERS TOOK THE ONLINE COURSE.
MAY 262016FAILED6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MAY 26
2016
FAILED
6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
FOUND DOORS NOT RODENT/INSECT PROOFED. OBSERVED 1/4" TO 1/2" GAP IN BETWEEN THE FRONT DOORS, UNDERNEATH THE REAR EXIT DOOR IN THE BAR AREA AND AT THE 2ND FL DOOR LEADING TO THE ROOF TOP PATIO. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT/INSECT PROOF ALL DOORS AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE PREPARING/SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (I.E. BEEF, CHICKEN, BEANS, DAIRY, ETC.). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ONE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST FROM THE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND THE BOTTOM SURFACE OF THE REAR PREP TABLE. MAINTAIN SAME.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE CAN OPENER IN THE REAR PREP AREA, THE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER, BOTTOM SURFACE OF ALL COOLERS, LOWER SURFACE OF PREP TABLES AND INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYERS.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE FLOOR DRAINS, FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS, IN THE WALK IN COOLER, BAR AREA AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROOF ALL FOOD HANDLERS TOOK THE ONLINE COURSE.
AUG 142015PASSED1 violationDETAILS
AUG 14
2015
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
LARGE MEAT SMOKER IN THE ALLEY, NOT BEING USED AT THIS TIME, MUST BE REMOVED FROM PREMISES.
AUG 62015FAILED7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 6
2015
FAILED
7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS.
OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES OF EMPLOYEE HANDLING READY TO EAT FOODS WITH BARE HANDS. EMPLOYEE NOTED DICING RAW,READY TO EAT TOMATOES WITH BARE HANDS. INSTRUCTED AGAIN, THERE IS TO BE NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOODS. MUST USE UTENSILS OR WEAR GLOVES AND HANDS MUST BE WASHED BEFORE AND AFTER EACH GLOVE USE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010(A).
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
TWO REAR EXIT DOORS LEADING FROM BARS AND STAGE AREA TO THE ALLEY NOT RODENT PROOF/TIGHT FITTING. OPEN 1/2 TO 1 INCH GAPS ON BOTTOMS OF DOORS. ONE DOOR TWO RUSTED OPEN HOLES. BOTH DOORS WITH DAMAGED DOOR SWEEPS REPAIRED WITH DUCT TAPE. MUST PROPERLY REPAIR/SEAL DOORS TO MAKE TIGHT FITTING AND SEAL HOLES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM 12-4-14 NOT CORRECTED. #32-FOUND TORN DOOR GASKETS ON THE KITCHEN PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.#35- FOUND THE WALL COVING IN THE KITCHEN IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.#42-INSTRUCTED FACILITY THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS AND TO MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
PREP AREAS WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE HELD IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MUST PROVIDE LIDS FOR ALL BAR ICE BINS.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
MUST INSTALL HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER ABOVE THE BAR FROZEN DRINK MACHINE TO ADEQUATELY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
LARGE MEAT SMOKER IN THE ALLEY,NOT BEING USED AT THIS TIME, MUST BE REMOVED FROM PREMISES.
DEC 42014PASS W/ CONDITIONS6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
DEC 4
2014
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS
UPON ARRIVAL FOUND A DOG ON PREMISES IN THE HALLWAY NEAR THE FRONT WASHROOMS. OWNER REMOVED ANIMAL FROM PREMISES. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO HAVE NO LIVE ANIMALS ON PREMISES AND TO MAINTAIN. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
FOUND A TORN GASKET ON THE KITCHEN PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. FOUND THE CAULK AT THE DISHROOM HANDSINK TO BE IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REMOVE, CLEAN, AND RECAULK AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
FOUND THE WALL COVING IN THE KITCHEN IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
FOUND MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE THE GRILL AND FLAT TOP AND ABOVE THE PREP COOLERS NEAREST THE HOT COOKING LINE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO SHIELD LIGHTS OR INSTALL SHATTERPROOF BULBS AND TO MAINTAIN.
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
INSTRUCTED FACILITY THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS AND TO MAINTAIN.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
OBSERVED COCKTAIL SHAKER STORED IN ICE BIN AS AN ICE SCOOPER. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO USE AN APPROPRIATE ICE SCOOP WITH A HANDLE AND TO STORE OUTSIDE OF BIN IN A SANITARY CONTAINER AND TO MAINTAIN.
MAR 72014PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
MAR 7
2014
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
PROPERLY STORE DISPOSABLE CUPS IN PREP AREA TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
REMOVE MILK CRATES AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
SEAL LOOSE BASEBOARDS NEAR PREP COOLER IN PREP AREA.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTERPROOF BULBS IN KITCHEN.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING. ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE IN OTB AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE
FEB 132013PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
FEB 13
2013
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Raw wood storage shelves in liquor room not maintained. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Several openings noted in walls around waterlines. Instructed to seal all openings.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Unnecessary clutter stored in all storage rooms. Instructed to elevate supplies 6inches or higher and away from wall and remove all unused articles.
FEB 42013FAILED9 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
FEB 4
2013
FAILED
9 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
Outer openings not protected or rodent proofed. East side adjacent room has revolving doors and a set of double doors not rodent proofed-1/4 to 1 inch gap at bottom. Instructed to rodent proof doors to prevent rodent and insect entry. Seriouscitation issued 7-38-020.
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED
DIsh washing facilities not maintained or operated. Low temp dishmachine sanitizing at 0 ppm of chlorine while in use. Instructed that dish machine must sanitize utensils and equipment at 100 ppm. Serious citation issued. "Held for Inspection" tag placed on dish machine.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Raw wood storage shelves in liquor room not maintained. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Exterior behind and along side of cooking equipment, can opener attacted to prep table, interior upper panel of ice machine not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor in storage rooms, along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Several openings noted in walls around waterlines. Instructed to seal all openings.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Rear bar cold water not provided at handsink. Instructed to repair and provide cold running water at handsink. Drainline at bar-adjacent side not provided at beverage dispenser. Instructed to install drainline. Sink stoppers not provided at three compartment sink. Instructed to provided stoppers for each compartment. Backflow preventer leaking at utility sink. Instructed to repair to prevent leak.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
Thermometer not provded at pizza cooler. Instructed to provided thermometer conspicuous for cooler.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Unnecessary clutter stored in all storage rooms. Instructed to elevate supplies 6inches or higher and away from wall and remove all unused articles.
JUN 282012PASSED1 violationDETAILS
JUN 28
2012
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
MUST CLEAN REAR STORAGE AREA, REMOVE ALL CLUTTER AND BETTER ORGANIZE
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