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Quick Answers
When was McDonald's last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 4, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
6 inspections on record, from Dec 19, 2023 to Nov 4, 2026.
Has McDonald's ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 6 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Dec 19, 2023.
The Full Inspection History
6 inspections
Complaint Re-Inspection
Nov 4, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector’s Notes
5-205.15: OBSERVED FAUCETS LEAKING IN FACILITY. OBSERVED FAUCET AT HANDWASHING SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA AND AT BOTH UTILITY SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. OBSERVED DRAIN PIPE OF RINSE COMPARTMENT AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 4, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Oct 14, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
4 recorded violations
notedCode 13Contamination
Official Wording
Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED ADULTERATED BAG OF BAGELS IN FACILITY. OBSERVED ONE BAG OF MOLDY BAGELS. INSTRUCTED FOOD SHALL BE SAFE, UNADULTERATED AND HONESTLY PRESENTED. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED SAID FOOD VALUED AT $5 WEIGHING 0.5LBS PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 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 COLD TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN OF 52.7-55.8F. OBSERVED COLD TCS FOODS, YOGURT(52.7F), CREAMER CONTAINING MILK(52.7F) AND WHIPPED CREAM( 55.8F) HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD VALUED AT $30 WEIGHING 3LBS PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED TWO DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT IN BEVERAGE AREA OF DRIVE THRU AT IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 50.0F. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON TWO DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT BEVERAGE AREA OF DRIVE THRU. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
OBSERVED FAUCETS LEAKING IN FACILITY. OBSERVED FAUCET AT HANDWASHING SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA AND AT BOTH UTILITY SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. OBSERVED DRAIN PIPES OF RINSE AND WASH COMPARTMENTS AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 14, 2026 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Nov 20, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 20, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Jul 17, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official Wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED ITEMS IN BOXES STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.
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 ICE BUILDUP ON THE FLOOR AT THE THRESHOLD/ENTRANCE OF THE WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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 DRAINPIPE LEAK UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISHWASH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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.
CRACKED LID ON ICE BIN FOR FRAPPE UNIT, USING CLEAR TAPE TO REPAIR. INSTD TO REPLACE CRACKED LID 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.
ATTACHED PIPING UNDERNEATH 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FROM CHEMICAL LINES DRAINING WITH WATER ACCUMULATING ON FLOOR FROM EXCESSIVE PRESSURE WITH CONTACT OF OPEN AIR GAP. INSTD TO REPAIR AND HAVE DRAINING PROPERLY INTO THE DRAIN AND NOT ONTO THE SURROUNDING FLOOR
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 22, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Dec 19, 2023
Pass w/ Conditions
7 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
MISSING HANDWASH SIGNAGE AT HANDWASH SINKS IN TOILET ROOM. INSTD TO PROVIDE SIGNAGE AND MAINTAIN
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.
INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE WITH PINK SUBSTANCE. INSTD TO CLEAN, REMOVE PINK SUBSTANCE 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.
ATTACHED PIPING UNDERNEATH 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FROM CHEMICAL LINES DRAINING WITH WATER ACCUMULATING ON FLOOR FROM EXCESSIVE PRESSURE WITH CONTACT OF OPEN AIR GAP. INSTD TO REPAIR AND HAVE DRAINING PROPERLY INTO THE DRAIN AND NOT ONTO THE SURROUNDING FLOOR
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.
MISSING COVER ON TRASH RECEPTACLE IN FEMALE TOILET ROOM. INSTD TO PROVIDE 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.
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s Notes
PIC WITHOUT VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER CERTIFICATE. INSTD TO PROVIDE ORIGINAL VALID CERTIFICATE ON SITE AND HAVE POSTED.
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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s Notes
NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WITH A VALID CERTIFICATE WHILE HANDLING TCS FOODS (EGGS, SAUSAGE, ETC.). CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 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.
CRACKED LID ON ICE BIN FOR FRAPPE UNIT, USING CLEAR TAPE TO REPAIR. INSTD TO REPLACE CRACKED LID 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.