CHICAGO, IL - An inspection conducted at Jewel Food Store #2602 on 07/24/2025 identified food safety violations.
The popular restaurant is located at 3644 S Archer Avenue Chicago Illinois in Chicago's McKinley Park district, serving local residents and visitors.
Health department documentation states: "Observed approximately 2 lbs chicken tenders located inside hot hold unit at improper hot holding temperatures. 005. Citation consolidated with violation #22." Such infractions require correction to meet regulatory 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 Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks. The FDA Food Code Standards provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
Among the findings were infractions involving sanitation, a key component of food safety protocols.
Food safety experts emphasize that consistent sanitation practices prevent the accumulation of harmful bacteria Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. Per FDA Sanitation Standards, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
Health department officials noted violations related to temperature control, which require attention for public health compliance.
Temperature control violations pose immediate risks to public health and food safety According to FDA Temperature Safety Guidelines, Maintaining proper food temperatures is the most effective method for preventing bacterial growth and foodborne illness. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
In addition to regulatory requirements, these issues may affect the business's standing and public trust. Community health organizations track health department findings to provide education to local residents.
City health officials have required that Jewel Food Store #2602 promptly correct these infractions before continuing food service. Re-examination will be conducted to ensure corrections.
These findings underscore the essential nature of comprehensive health compliance in restaurant operations. Community members should feel empowered to examine health department findings when choosing restaurants.
| Inspection ID | 2621203 |
| DBA Name | JEWEL FOOD STORE #2602 |
| AKA Name | JEWEL FOOD STORE #2602 |
| License # | 1402 |
| Facility Type | Grocery Store |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 3644 S ARCHER AVE |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60609 |
| Inspection Date | 07/24/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Canvass |
| Results | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violations | 21. PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 2 LBS CHICKEN TENDERS LOCATED INSIDE HOT HOLD UNIT AT IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES. NOTED TEMPERATURE @ 120-124F. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD ALL HOT TCS FOODS AT 135F AND HIGHER AND MAINTAIN. SAID PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED VOLUNTARILY BY PIC AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH VIOLATION #22. | 22. PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 80 LBS OF VARIETY DELI MEAT STORED INSIDE DIDPLAY COOLER LOCATED INSIDE DELI/PREPARED FOOD PREP AREA AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 48.7F-51.0F INSTRUCTED TO HOLD ALL COLD TCS FOOD AT 41F AND BELOW AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED. PRIROITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. PIC VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED SAIF FOOD ITEMS AT THIS TIME. TOTAL COST $700. | 36. THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING THERMOMETERS INSIDE DAIRY |
| MEAT AND SEAFOOD WALK IN COOLER AS WELL AS MULTIPLE BROKEN THERMOMETERS THROUGHOUT COOLING UNITS THROUGHOUT GROCERY DEPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN IN ORDER TO MONITOR TEMPERATURES OF EQUIPMENT . | 37. FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments | INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COMMON NAME LABEL ON BULK CONTAINERS CONTAINING WORKING INGREDIENTS IN PREPPED FOOD AREA. | 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT LOCATED IN DELI/PREPED FOODS/BAKERY DEPARTMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTUCTED TO REMOVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON PIPING BEHIND FRYERS |
| MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments | OBSERVED FLOORS IN WAREHOUSE/STORAGE AREA |
| Latitude | 41.82758389676358 |
| Longitude | -87.68245444246118 |
| Location | (41.82758389676358 |
This inspection was conducted on July 24, 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.
