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When was Shirley's Food Kitchen On Wheels last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Mar 18, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
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?
2 inspections on record, from Feb 24, 2026 to Mar 18, 2026.
Has Shirley's Food Kitchen On Wheels ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Feb 24, 2026.
The Full Inspection History
2 inspections
License Re-Inspection
Mar 18, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
6-202.15 OBSERVE GAP OF ~ 2 INCHES AT THE BOTTOM OF REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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.
5-2025.15 OBSERVE LEAK FROM A GRAY WATER TANK. ADVISED TO REPAIR AND MAINATIN.
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, Mar 18, 2026 · Original Source
License
Feb 24, 2026
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 25Food temperature
Official Wording
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
Inspector’s Notes
3-603.11 OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY ON MENUE. MUST PROVIDE A STATEMENT AND A REMINDER ON THE MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO 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.
3-602.12 OBSERVED NO LICENSE NUMBER ON BOTH SIDES OF TRUCK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 2 INCH SIZE LETTERING ON EACH SIDE.
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.
6-202.15 OBSERVE GAP OF ~ 2 INCHES AT THE BOTTOM OF REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s Notes
4-302.14 OBSERVED QUARTERNARY SANITIZING SOLUTION AND THE TEST STRIPS FOR CHLORINE. MUST HAVE MATCHING SANITIZER AND STRIPS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO 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.
5-2025.15 OBSERVE LEAK FROM A GRAY WATER TANK. ADVISED TO REPAIR AND MAINATIN.
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.