Canvass
Oct 19, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 19, 2026 · Original Source
Grocery Store · Chicago, IL
Hentry Citgo
8300 S Stony Island Ave
Last inspected Oct 19, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗
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Quick Answers
- When was Hentry Citgo last inspected?
- The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 19, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
- Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
- No. No violations were recorded at the most recent inspection.
- How many inspections are on record?
- 4 inspections on record, from Sep 18, 2024 to Oct 19, 2026.
- Has Hentry Citgo ever been closed by the health department?
- No closure appears in the 4 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Sep 18, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
4 inspectionsCanvass
Aug 28, 2025
Pass
6 recorded violations
notedCode 36Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s Notes
NO STEM THERMOMETER IN REACH IN COOLERS TO MEASURE TEMPERATURE AT ALL TIMES. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN
In Plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
GLUE BOARDS IN NEED OF REPLACING. BOARDS HAVE DUST AND DEBRIS, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPLACE.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 39Contamination
Official Wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s Notes
INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING AT ICE CHUTE INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
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.
More about food not protected from contaminationnotedCode 41Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
Inspector’s Notes
ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
FLOORS IN CORNERS AND UNDER SHELVES IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s Notes
ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE NEEDED FOR CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE HOLDERS. 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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 28, 2025 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
Sep 25, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 25, 2024 · Original Source
License
Sep 18, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.
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.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official Wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED PACKAGED SLICED MELON NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL PACKAGED ITEMS WITH BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS, INGREDIENTS, ETC
In Plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 5Other
Official Wording
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO PROCEDURES AND SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY AND SUPPLIES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 48Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT LARGE ENOUGHT TO SUBMERGE LARGEST FOOD EQUIPMENT (POZZA PAN). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL LARGER TO 3-COMPARTMENT SINK OR PROVIDE SMALLER FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS TO FULLY SUBMERGE IN ALL COMPARTMENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-025 CITATION ISSUED
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 18, 2024 · Original Source