CHICAGO, IL - A routine inspection at Royal Sub Fish and Chicken on 07/25/2025 resulted in citations for health code violations.
The dining establishment functions from 439 E 79Th Street Chicago Illinois in Chatham, a well-trafficked section of Chicago recognized for its restaurant culture.
The inspection details: "1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties - comments: observed no person in charge with valid chicago food sanitation certificate. Observed no chicago food sanitation manager on site or valid certificate posted when ..." These circumstances require correction according to industry standards.
The examination revealed violations related to sanitation, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
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 Food Safety Modernization Act, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
The inspection identified violations related to pest control, an important area of food safety.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper pest control protocols. The FDA Food Code Standards clearly states that Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving hand washing, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate hand washing procedures. As outlined in Chicago Health Department Requirements, Proper hand hygiene represents the single most effective method for preventing cross-contamination in food service. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving temperature control, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Industry research indicates that improper food temperatures can allow dangerous bacteria to multiply rapidly Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Temperature abuse remains the leading cause of foodborne illness outbreaks in restaurant settings. Per HACCP Temperature Monitoring, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
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.
Local regulatory authorities have ordered that Royal Sub Fish and Chicken swiftly remediate the documented deficiencies before reopening to customers. Additional review is planned to confirm remediation.
This inspection emphasizes the fundamental necessity of strict regulatory adherence in dining establishments. Area customers have the right to access compliance documentation when selecting food service establishments.
| Inspection ID | 2621298 |
| DBA Name | ROYAL SUB FISH AND CHICKEN |
| AKA Name | ROYAL SUB FISH AND CHICKEN |
| License # | 2851045 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 2 (Medium) |
| Address | 439 E 79TH ST |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60619 |
| Inspection Date | 07/25/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Complaint |
| Results | Fail |
| Violations | 1. PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT |
| AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments | OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION | 2. CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOOD (CHICKEN 206.4F) PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED | 38. INSECTS |
| & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments | OBSERVED OVER 30 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN REAR FURNACE ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE |
| STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments | OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR. | 40. PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: EMPLOYEE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL THAT COMES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA TO WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT. MAINTAIN SAME. | 41. WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES. | 45. SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION. | 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE |
| CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments | OBSERVED INADEQUATE STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. | 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT |
| FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. | 57. ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments | SEE VIOLATION #60 | 60. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2605587 ON 10-29-24:40-EMPLOYEE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL THAT COMES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA TO WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT. MAINTAIN SAME.57-FOOD HANDLERS ON SITE WITH NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLERS OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED |
| Latitude | 41.751035637179875 |
| Longitude | -87.61339828673648 |
| Location | (41.751035637179875 |
This inspection was conducted on July 25, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: sanitation, pest-control, hand-washing, 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.
