DEC 5
2025
PASS 1 violation
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA WITH A HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WHILE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA.
Chicago Health Dept
2620 N NARRAGANSETT AVE · BELMONT CRAGIN, CHICAGO
Passed most recent inspection (Dec 2025).
15 inspections on record since 2010 · Last inspected Dec 2025.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
15
VIOLATIONS
52
total on record
LAST INSPECTED
DEC 2025
INSPECTION HISTORY
AUG 16
2023
PASS 1 violation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
REPAIR THE WALL NEXT TO THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE WASHROOM.
NOV 17
2022
PASS 6 violations
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE PREPARING FOOD WITHOUT A HAIR RESTRAINT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPARING FOOD.
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
FOUND NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE INSIDE THE UNISEX WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED NEAR THE UTILITY SINK. MUST REMOVE ALL ITEMS THAT ARE UNNECESSARY TO THE OPERATION, DETAIL CLEAN AREA, AND RE-ORGANIZE ALL REMAINING ARTICLES.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED STANDING WATER AND DIRT ON THE FLOOR INSIDE THE TOILET ROOM. MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR INSIDE THE WASHROOM AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
NOTED BASE COVING TILES DAMAGED/MISSING BENEATH THE DISH AREA HANDWASHING SINK. MUST REPAIR BASE COVING AND MAINTAIN.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED HEAVY DUST BUILD UP ON THE VENTILATION FAN COVER INSIDE THE UNISEX WASHROOM. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
DEC 2
2019
PASS · 0 violations
MAY 30
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS 2 violations 2 CRITICAL
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE AND SUPPLIES ON THE PREMISES TO RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BOTH. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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JUN 16
2017
PASS 7 violations
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED INTERIOR DOOR PANEL ON WALK IN COOLER
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST FROM WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARDS
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT AND IN WALK IN COOLER
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE THRESHOLD ON REAR DOOR,MISSING WALL BASES AT SERVICE COUNTER.MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FILTERS AT HOOD.
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A COMPLETE SEPERATION OF LIVING AND SLEEPING QUARTERS FROM FOOD PREP AREA IN REAR PREP AREA(COUCH,TOYS,GAMES,BOXING EQUIPMENT)ETC.MUST REMOVE ARTICLES AND MAINTAIN
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
JUN 9
2017
FAIL 9 violations
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1948356 7/28/16 NOT CORRECTED #32-OBSERVED REAR TOILET NOT MAINTAINED WATER KEEPS RUNNING INTO TOILET AND IS NOW BEING SHUT OFF BY HAND AT SHUT OFF VALVE TO KEEP TOILET FROM RUNNING AND FLUSHING AT THIS TIME.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE TOILET AND MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED INTERIOR DOOR PANEL ON WALK IN COOLER.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST CLEAN DUST FROM WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARDS.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT AND IN WALK IN COOLER.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE THRESHOLD ON REAR DOOR,MISSING WALL BASES AT SERVICE COUNTER.MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FILTERS AT HOOD
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
MUST PROVIDE A COMPLETE SEPERATION OF LIVING AND SLEEPING QUARTERS FROM FOOD PREP AREA IN REAR PREP AREA(COUCH,TOYS,GAMES,BOXING EQUIPMENT)ETC.MUST REMOVE ARTICLES AND MAINTAIN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
JUL 28
2016
PASS 4 violations
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED REAR TOILET NOT MAINTAINED, WATER KEEPS RUNNING INTO TOILET, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
OBSERVED THE REAR CUTTING BOARD, AND #10 CAN OPENER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER UNDER STORAGE SHELVES NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
OBSERVED THE REAR CEILING VENT DUSTY, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
OCT 2
2015
PASS 2 violations
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
FOUND LARGE SOFA AND WORKOUT EQUIPMENT AT REAR OF PREMISES. MUST REMOVE. FOUND MOPS AND BROOMS NOT STORED APPROPRIATELY.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
FOOD HANDLER AT PREMISES WITH NO FOODHANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE.
SEP 18
2014
PASS 4 violations
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). prep table lower shelving not clean, needs detailed cleaning(crevices).
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floors under 3 compartment sink, rear storage areas not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Walls in kitchen front prep area not clean, need cleaning(detailed).
SEP 4
2012
PASS 3 violations
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Front counter not properly designed. Instructed to extend front counter or install door to prevent any possible customer contamination.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Can opener and slicer not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize after each use.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Ventilation covers in rear not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
AUG 27
2012
FAIL 4 violations
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED
Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While running and draining water in right side of three compartment sink, water coming up left amd middle of sink with food debris and foul smell. Instructed to detail clean drainline and grease trap to prevent inadequate disposable of waste water. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Front counter not properly designed. Instructed to extend front counter or install door to prevent any possible customer contamination.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Can opener and slicer not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize after each use.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Ventilation covers in rear not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
DEC 7
2011
PASS · 0 violations
NOV 30
2011
FAIL 6 violations 2 CRITICAL
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA
Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees. FOUND NO SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICE OR PAPER TOWEL AT ALL HAND SINK (2 EXPOSED HAND SINK, TOILET ROOM HAND SINK) ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MUST BE CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO ALL EMPLOYEE. (MANAGER PROVIDED PAPER TOWEL) CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030.
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED
All dish washing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health. FOUND DISH WASHING FACILITIES (3 COMPARTMENT SINK) NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. NOTED WASTE WATER BACKING UP FROM 1ST COMPARTMENT AND 3RD COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO FIX. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
NOTED KNIFE STORED HANGING IN BETWEEN DRAIN RACKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE KNIFE RACK FOR PROPER KNIFE STORAGE.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED BEHIND/NEXT TO HOT WATER TANK TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE.
SEP 28
2010
PASS 3 violations
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF PIZZA PREP COOLER DOOR (TOP PART) AND HINGES WITH FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN REAR STORAGE AREA (BY HOT WATER TANK) ESPECIALLY UNDER SHELVES.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE SMALL PREP COOLER.
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