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When was Harolds Chicken And Fish 87 last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 23, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 3 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
4 inspections on record, from Dec 4, 2025 to Oct 23, 2026.
Has Harolds Chicken And Fish 87 ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Dec 4, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 23, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector’s Notes
6-201.11// NOTED MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE PREP AREA AND COOKS LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE 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.
2-102.13: **C** Food Handler Training (PA 100-0367 Food Handling Regulation Enforcement Act) OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
2-102.13: **C** Allergen Training - All certified food service sanitation managers employed by a restaurant must receive or obtain training in basic allergen awareness principles within 30 days after employment and every 3 years thereafter. Training programs must be accredited by the American National Standards Institute or another reputable accreditation agency under the ASTM International E2659-09 (Standard Practice for Certificate Programs). OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CFM. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS OBTAIN THIS CERTIFICATE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 23, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 15, 2026
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO CURRENT PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK ON THE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT A LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY AND OPERATOR MUST PROVIDE AT LEAST 2 PEST INSPECTIONS A YEAR AND THE REPORTS MUST BE MAINTAINED IN THE LOGBOOK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CURRENT PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK AND PEST INSPECTION REPORTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C). 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.
NOTED RUSTED FLOORS IN ALL WALK IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND SANITIZE, SAND AND RESEAL AND MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE
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.
NOTED MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE PREP AREA AND COOKS LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE 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.
OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CFM. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS OBTAIN THIS CERTIFICATE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE.
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 15, 2026 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
Dec 9, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s Notes
ALL FOOD HANDLERS IN NEED OF FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 9, 2025 · Original Source
License
Dec 4, 2025
Fail
11 recorded violations
notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s Notes
ALL FOOD HANDLERS IN NEED OF FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE ON SITE INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS IN TOILET ROOM MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) NO CITATION ISSUED
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
RAW CHICKEN IN WALK IN COOLER NOT SAFE FOR CONSUMPTION SPOILED WITH FOUL SMELL INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD ALL FOOD AND MAINTAIN FRESH WHOLESOME FOOD. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
OBSERVED APPROX 30-40 DROPPINGS IN REAR STORAGE AREA, 40-50 DROPPINGS IN WALKIN COOLER BEING USED FOR STORAGE AND 10-12 SMALL FLIES IN BATHROOM AND IN DISH AREA, INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF PEST CONTROL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) NO 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.
ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN 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.
MOP SINK IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING AND IN GOOD WORKING ORDER. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
TOILET ROOM IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN 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.
THE FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS, DUST AND FLOUR DEBRIS. FLOOR TILES IN FRYER AREA IN NEED OF REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, REPAIR 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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.