SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Family Dollar #31914 last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 2, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Fail”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 2 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
4 inspections on record, from Jul 24, 2024 to Nov 2, 2026.
Has Family Dollar #31914 ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jul 24, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
Short Form Complaint
Nov 2, 2026
Fail
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector’s Notes
6-202.15: 6-202.15: OBSERVED THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS WITH OPENINGS IN THE MIDDLE. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF MENTIONED DOORS AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
6-501.13: OBSERVED THE FLOORS UNDER ALL THE SHELVES WITH DUST AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL MENTIONED FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 2, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Oct 13, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector’s Notes
6-202.15: OBSERVED THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS WITH OPENINGS IN THE MIDDLE. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF MENTIONED DOORS AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
6-501.13: OBSERVED THE FLOORS UNDER ALL THE SHELVES WITH DUST AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL MENTIONED FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 13, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Oct 5, 2026
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 5Other
Official Wording
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID PROCEDURE ALONG WITH REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR CLEAN-UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 80 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON SITE AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. MICE DROPPINGS WERE FOUND ON THE SHELVES AND THE FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: AISLES 1, 10, 11, 13,14, 18, 19, IN THE MEN'S TOILET ROOM, ON THE FLOOR WHERE THE ENERGY DRINKS ARE STORED, NEAR THE RACK WHERE CHARCOAL IS STORED. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL ITEMS FROM SHELVES FOUND WITH DROPPINGS, REMOVE MICE DROPPINGS, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
OBSERVED THE TWO OUTDOOR RECEPTACLES NOT ABLE TO CLOSE AND REMAIN TIGHT FITTING, DUE TO THE RECEPTACLE BEING FILLED WITH BOXES AND OBSERVED ONE OF RECEPTACLES MISSING A LID. INSTRUCTED TO ENSURE BOTH RECEPTACLE LIDS ARE ABLE TO CLOSE AND REMAIN TIGHT FITTING AND TO REPAIR/ REPLACE THE MISSING LID FOR THE OUTDOOR GARBAGE RECEPTACLE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B), CITATION ISSUED
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
OBSERVED THE FLOORS UNDER ALL THE SHELVES WITH DUST AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL MENTIONED FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 5, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Jul 24, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
2 recorded violations
notedCode 5Other
Official Wording
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP SUPPLIES ON THE PREMISES TO RESPOND TO A VOMIT OR DIARRHEAL EVENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER THE RETAIL STORAGE SHELVES. CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA AND MEN'S WASHROOM.
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.