CHICAGO, IL - Multiple violations were discovered at Dollar Tree #650 during a health inspection on 08/13/2025.
Dollar Tree #650 is positioned at 112 W 87Th Street Chicago Illinois in the Chatham area, drawing neighborhood patrons and tourists.
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Health department documentation states: "38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present - comments: observed 3 dead rodents on glue trap under shelving in clothing aisle. 47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used - comments: must remove carpet und..." Such infractions require correction to meet regulatory standards.
Health department officials noted violations related to sanitation, which require attention for public health compliance.
Industry best practices require establishments to maintain rigorous cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance According to Food Safety Modernization Act, Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. 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.
Restaurant industry studies show that pest-related violations often correlate with other sanitation deficiencies According to FDA Food Code Standards, Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks. This regulatory framework ensures that food service establishments meet rigorous safety standards.
These types of violations require attention to maintain compliance standards for the establishment and its customers. Health officials note that addressing such conditions helps maintain public confidence in food service establishments.
Regulatory authorities have scheduled an extensive follow-up review to confirm that every infraction has been adequately corrected. Management are required to show complete correction before these violations will be deemed closed.
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.
📋 Complete Inspection Data
| Inspection ID | 2622148 |
| DBA Name | DOLLAR TREE #650 |
| AKA Name | DOLLAR TREE #650 |
| License # | 1958738 |
| Facility Type | Grocery Store |
| Risk | Risk 3 (Low) |
| Address | 112 W 87TH ST |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60620 |
| Inspection Date | 08/13/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Complaint Re-Inspection |
| Results | Fail |
| Violations | 38. INSECTS |
| & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments | OBSERVED 3 DEAD RODENTS ON GLUE TRAP UNDER SHELVING IN CLOTHING AISLE. | 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE |
| CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments | MUST REMOVE CARPET UNDER SHELVING TO IMPROVE CLEANABILITY AND FACILITATE EASIER MAINTENANCE. MUST HAVE SMOOTH NON-POROUS SURFACE. RECCOMMEND REMOVE KICK PLATE AT BOTTOM OF ALL SHELVES | 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL FOOD STORAGE AND NON FOOD STORAGE SHELVES WHERE NEEDED IN STORE TO REMOVE DROPPINGS AND DUST/DIRT | 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED |
| & CLEANED - Comments | INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN TOILETS AND SINKS IN BOTH WASHROOMS AND MAINTAIN. | 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED |
| MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments | OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL OUTSIDE MEN'S RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO COVER AS A MEANS TO PREVENT ENTRY FOR PESTS. | 59. PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM AUGUST 6TH |
| Latitude | 41.736380045588184 |
| Longitude | -87.62750921902564 |
| Location | (41.736380045588184 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was this inspection conducted?
This inspection was conducted on August 13, 2025.
Who conducted this inspection?
Chicago Department of Public Health
What violations were found during this inspection?
The following violations were found: sanitation, pest-control.
Why are these violations concerning?
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.