CHICAGO, IL - Health inspectors discovered violations during an inspection of Harold'S Chicken #34 on 08/13/2025.
Located in the heart of Grand Boulevard, Harold'S Chicken #34 operates from a prominent location at 503 E 47Th Street Chicago Illinois, making it easily accessible to area customers.
The inspection report documents: "Unable to ocate thermometers inside cooling units located in prep area. 38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present - comments: observed approximately 60 small rodent droppings scattered on floors in office/storage space, along side shelving racks..." Health officials note that these violations need attention to maintain proper compliance.
The inspection found infractions involving sanitation, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Sanitation violations encompass a broad spectrum of cleanliness and maintenance issues that affect food safety Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations. The FDA Sanitation Standards provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
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 Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that Temperature abuse remains the leading cause of foodborne illness outbreaks in restaurant settings. The FDA Temperature Safety Guidelines provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
Among the findings were infractions involving pest control, a key component of food safety protocols.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive pest control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Effective pest control is considered a critical control point in preventing foodborne illness outbreaks. The HACCP Prevention Guidelines offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
Such infractions require attention for the business to maintain compliance with community safety standards. Public health officials note that addressing these violations helps maintain trust in dining 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.
This incident highlights the critical importance of rigorous food safety protocols in commercial food service. Local residents are encouraged to review public inspection records when making dining decisions.
| Inspection ID | 2622210 |
| DBA Name | HAROLD'S CHICKEN #34 |
| AKA Name | HAROLD'S CHICKEN #34 |
| License # | 2971770 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 2 (Medium) |
| Address | 503 E 47TH ST |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60653 |
| Inspection Date | 08/13/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Complaint |
| Results | Fail |
| Violations | 36. THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: UNABLE TO OCATE THERMOMETERS INSIDE COOLING UNITS LOCATED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE | 38. INSECTS |
| & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments | OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. | 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED PREP TABLE SURFACES |
| FRYERS INCLUDING PIPING AND COOLING UNITS WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS . INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. | 53. TOILET FACILITIES | PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED |
| & CLEANED - Comments | OBSERVED PLUMBING FIXTURES INSIDE TOILET ROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. | 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED |
| MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments | OBSERVED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS UNDERNEATH FRYING EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. |
| Latitude | 41.809317684345686 |
| Longitude | -87.61371443505487 |
| Location | (41.809317684345686 |
This inspection was conducted on August 13, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: sanitation, temperature-control, pest-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.
