CHICAGO, IL - City health officials cited Jj Fish for health violations during an inspection on 08/14/2025.
Situated at 411 S Kedzie Avenue Chicago Illinois in East Garfield Park, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of Chicago's bustling districts.
According to inspection records: "No valid city of chicago certified manager on duty while tsc foods are being prepared, handled and served such as chicken and fish. 012.. 40." This type of violation requires correction to maintain food safety standards.
The inspection found infractions involving sanitation, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Industry experts consistently emphasize the critical importance of proper sanitation protocols. The FDA Sanitation Standards clearly states that The FDA Food Code establishes comprehensive sanitation requirements that form the foundation of safe food service operations.
The inspection found infractions involving hand washing, a fundamental aspect of food service operations.
Restaurant industry standards emphasize hand washing as fundamental to food safety protocols According to CDC Hand Hygiene Guidelines, 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.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving pest control, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Public health authorities continually highlight the fundamental significance of comprehensive pest control practices. Studies from public health organizations show that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. The FDA Pest Control Guidelines offers detailed requirements for maintaining compliance.
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.
Health department officials will conduct a comprehensive re-inspection to ensure that all violations have been properly addressed. The establishment must demonstrate full compliance before the matter can be considered resolved.
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 | 2622286 |
| DBA Name | JJ FISH |
| AKA Name | JJ FISH |
| License # | 2511352 |
| Facility Type | Restaurant |
| Risk | Risk 2 (Medium) |
| Address | 411 S KEDZIE AVE |
| City | CHICAGO |
| State | IL |
| Zip | 60612 |
| Inspection Date | 08/14/2025 |
| Inspection Type | Complaint Re-Inspection |
| Results | Fail |
| Violations | 2. CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TSC FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED |
| HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS CHICKEN AND FISH. INSURCTED MANAGER A CITY CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY/SITE AT ALL TIME. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012. | 40. PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments | 2-402.11 OBSERVED THE FOOD HANDLER IN THE PREP AREA WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINT. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS. | 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-602.13 MUST CLEAN THE PLASTIC STORAGE SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN COOLER |
| THE EXTERIOR OF THE BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS AND INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN COOLERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DEBRIS. | 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments | 5-205.15 OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE 3 COMP SINK FAUCET NECK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. | 59. PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: 8-404.13 (B:3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #54 DUMPSTER IN POOR REPAIR (MISSING LIDS) NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2621920 |
| DATE 8/7/25. PRIORITY CITATION ISSUED #7-42-090. Violation Codes | 5-501.115 Inspector Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE AREA AROUND THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AND GREASE CONTAINER. MUST MAINTAIN TO PREVENT HARBORAGE FOR PESTS. |
| Latitude | 41.875484228979744 |
| Longitude | -87.70582210007383 |
| Location | (41.875484228979744 |
This inspection was conducted on August 14, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were found: sanitation, hand-washing, 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.
