CHICAGO, IL - Multiple violations were discovered at Fresh African & Caribbean Market during a health inspection on 08/12/2025.
Located in the heart of Grand Crossing, Fresh African & Caribbean Market operates from a prominent location at 356 E 79Th Street Chicago Illinois, making it easily accessible to area customers.
The inspection report documents: "Observed no procedures and supplies for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Observed no hand washng sign at hand washing sink." Health officials note that these violations need attention to maintain proper compliance.
Health department officials noted violations related to hand washing, which require attention for public health compliance.
Restaurant industry standards emphasize hand washing as fundamental to food safety protocols According to Chicago Health Department Requirements, The CDC emphasizes that inadequate hand washing contributes to approximately 89% of foodborne illness outbreaks. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
Health department officials noted violations related to pest control, which require attention for public health compliance.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate pest control procedures. As outlined in HACCP Prevention Guidelines, Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving sanitation, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate sanitation procedures. As outlined in FDA Sanitation Standards, Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
Health department officials noted violations related to temperature control, which require attention for public health compliance.
Industry research indicates that improper food temperatures can allow dangerous bacteria to multiply rapidly According to FDA Temperature Safety Guidelines, 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.
Beyond regulatory requirements, such infractions may affect the restaurant's standing and customer relationships. Local food safety organizations monitor inspection results to provide information to the public.
City health officials have required that Fresh African & Caribbean Market promptly correct these infractions before continuing food service. Re-examination will be conducted to ensure corrections.
Regular health inspections serve as critical safeguards for public health in Chicago's dining landscape. Transparency in reporting inspection findings ensures that community members can make informed decisions about their dining options.
| Inspection ID | 2622129 |
| DBA Name | FRESH AFRICAN & CARIBBEAN MARKET |
| AKA Name | FRESH AFRICAN & CARIBBEAN MARKET |
| License # | 3040904 |
| Facility Type | Grocery Store |
| Risk | Risk 3 (Low) |
| Address | 356 E 79TH ST |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60619 |
| Inspection Date | 08/12/2025 |
| Inspection Type | License |
| Results | Fail |
| Violations | 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURES AND SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 | 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHNG SIGN AT HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGN AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES. | 36. THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE COOLERS AND FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS AND MAINTAIN. | 38. INSECTS |
| & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments | OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AVAILABLE. PREMISES MUST BE SERVICED BY A LICENSED EXTERMINATOR AND LOG BOOK AVAILABLE UPON INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C) | 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO UTILITY SINK ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL UTILITY SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AND BACKFLOW DEVICE FOR PROPER WASTE WATER DISPOSAL. | 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED NO OUTSIDE COMMERCIAL DUMPSTER AVAILABLE FOR PROPER WASTE DISPOSAL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE OUTSIDE COMMERCIAL DUMPSTER AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B) |
| Latitude | 41.75121040572136 |
| Longitude | -87.61590918201216 |
| Location | (41.75121040572136 |
This inspection was conducted on August 12, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: hand-washing, 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.
