CHICAGO, IL - A scheduled inspection at South Shore Hospital on 07/23/2025 documented several health code infractions.
Situated at 8012 S Crandon Avenue Chicago Illinois in South Shore, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of Chicago's bustling districts.
According to inspection records: "1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties - comments: observed person in charge without proof of food safety management training during time of inspection. Observed facility without a valid city of chicago food servi..." This type of violation requires correction to maintain food safety standards.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving pest control, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Health experts emphasize that pest activity can rapidly contaminate food preparation surfaces and stored ingredients Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. The HACCP Prevention Guidelines provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
Health department officials noted violations related to sanitation, which require attention for public health compliance.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive sanitation practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. The FDA Sanitation Standards offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving temperature control, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Temperature control violations pose immediate risks to public health and food safety According to USDA Safe Temperature Standards, The FDA requires continuous temperature monitoring for all potentially hazardous foods in commercial kitchens. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
Such infractions require attention for the business to maintain compliance with community safety standards. Public health officials note that addressing these violations helps maintain trust in dining establishments.
City health officials have required that South Shore Hospital promptly correct these infractions before continuing food service. Re-examination will be conducted to ensure corrections.
Food service professionals should take note of important insights from these findings, highlighting the importance of ongoing compliance to health code requirements. Public education continues to be an essential element in ensuring public health protection.
| Inspection ID | 2621132 |
| DBA Name | SOUTH SHORE HOSPITAL |
| AKA Name | SOUTH SHORE HOSPITAL |
| License # | 1045381 |
| Facility Type | Hospital |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 8012 S CRANDON AVE |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60617 |
| Inspection Date | 07/23/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Canvass |
| Results | Fail |
| Violations | 1. PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT |
| AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments | OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT PROOF OF FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT TRAINING DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE. | 2. CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ONSITE FOR FOOD EMPLOYEES. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED ALONG WITH THE CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHEN TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS ARE HELD. VOIDED COPY OF CERTIFICATE WAS PROVIDED.INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED. | 28. TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED |
| & USED - Comments | ALL PERSONAL ARTICLES MUST BE STORED IN A PERSONAL STORAGE AREA NOT IN PREP |
| & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments | OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY IN CAFETERIA. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20-30 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON ALL SHELVING UNDER CAFETERIA COUNTER AND IN DRAWERS OF COUNTER. OBSERVED 15-20 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE REACH IN BEHIND GARBAGE. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR BEHIND AND ON LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE WHERE THE MICROWAVE IS STORED IN CAFETERRIA. OBSERVED ABOUT 50-60 ANTS ON FLOOR NEXT TO COOKING EQUIPMENT. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 5-7 FRUIT FLIES IN CAFETERIA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ANTS |
| AND ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED. | 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments | OBSERVED LEAK AT PIPE UNDERNEATH AT HANDSINK BEHIND CAFETERIA LINE |
| AND LEAK AT DISH MACHINE. | 60. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments | OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2593568 ON 4-29-24 VIOLATION #47- COOKING EQUIPMENT SUCH AS STOVES |
| Latitude | 41.74945060417943 |
| Longitude | -87.5687786244394 |
| Location | (41.74945060417943 |
This inspection was conducted on July 23, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: pest-control, sanitation, temperature-control.
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.
All inspection data for this report is sourced directly from the Chicago Department of Public Health . View the original data source .
Food safety standards referenced in this report are based on:
Important Note: This article is based on official inspection reports at the time of inspection. Current conditions may differ. Always check the most recent inspection results before dining. Establishments have the opportunity to correct violations and request re-inspection.
