CHICAGO, IL - Health inspectors discovered violations during an inspection of Twin Mart Food & Tobacco on 08/04/2025.
The establishment operates from 5360 W Division Street Chicago Illinois in West Humboldt Park, a busy area of Chicago known for its dining scene.
According to inspection records: "2-101. 6-301." This type of violation requires correction to maintain food safety standards.
The inspection found infractions involving hand washing, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Public health officials identify poor hand hygiene as a primary factor in foodborne illness transmission Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Federal guidelines require food service workers to wash hands for a minimum of 20 seconds using soap and warm water. Per CDC Hand Hygiene Guidelines, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
Health department officials noted violations related to pest control, which require attention for public health compliance.
Health experts emphasize that pest activity can rapidly contaminate food preparation surfaces and stored ingredients Data compiled by food safety institutions reveals that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. Per FDA Pest Control Guidelines, such standards maintain that dining facilities comply with comprehensive protection measures.
The examination revealed violations related to sanitation, which need to be addressed for proper compliance.
Industry best practices require establishments to maintain rigorous cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance According to FDA Sanitation Standards, The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
These compliance issues require correction to maintain proper standards for the restaurant and public health. Food safety professionals indicate that addressing non-compliance helps ensure customer safety standards.
Local regulatory authorities have ordered that Twin Mart Food & Tobacco swiftly remediate the documented deficiencies before reopening to customers. Additional review is planned to confirm remediation.
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 | 2621622 |
| DBA Name | TWIN MART FOOD & TOBACCO |
| AKA Name | TWIN MART FOOD & TOBACCO |
| License # | 2791509 |
| Facility Type | Grocery Store |
| Risk | Risk 1 (High) |
| Address | 5360 W DIVISION ST |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60651 |
| Inspection Date | 08/04/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Canvass Re-Inspection |
| Results | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violations | 2. CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: 2-101.11: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING THE INSPECTION |
| CITATION ISSUED | 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments | 6-301.14: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDWASHING SINK IN THE REAR FOOD PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. | 36. THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: 4-204.112(B):OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER IN THE PREP COOLER IN THE PREP.DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. | 37. FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: 3-602.11(A; B:1-4 |
| 7; C; D) | OBSERVED DELI SANDWICHES PREPARED AND PACKAGED ON SITE WITH NO FOOD LABEL ON DISPLAY FOR SALE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD LABELS MUST CONTAIN: THE NAME AND PLACE OF BUSINESS OF THE MANUFACTURER |
| AND CHEMICAL PRESERVES. | 46. GLOVES USED PROPERLY - Comments | 3-304.15(B-D): OBSERVED BOXES OF EXAMINATION GLOVES IN FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE EXAMINATION GLOVES TO HAND FOOD |
| MUST USE FOOD GRADE GLOVES WHILE HANDLING FOOD ITEMS. | 48. WAREWASHING FACILITIES | INSTALLED |
| MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments | 4-301.12: OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING TWO SINK STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. | 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C): OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLER WIT SLIGHT FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. | 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED |
| MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments | 6-501.12: OBSERVED THE FLOORS UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF CLEANING AND THE FLOORS BEHIND THE SHELVES WHERE CHIPS ARE STORED IN THE SHOPPING ASILES WITH A BUILD UP OF CHIPS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN MENTIONED FLOORS. |
| Latitude | 41.90230474661144 |
| Longitude | -87.76065826255068 |
| Location | (41.90230474661144 |
This inspection was conducted on August 4, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: hand-washing, pest-control, sanitation.
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.
