8524 S Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
Far South SideA routine, unannounced visit by a city health inspector.
Rear door gap risked rodent entry; ice machine had brown buildup inside.
We flagged this inspection for serious public health concerns.
Key findings are derived directly from the inspector's notes from the Chicago Department of Public Health. See the full violation notes below.
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4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH A BROWNISH SUBSTANCE AT THE BOTTOM, NO ICE WAS INSIDE OF THE MACHINE AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE PRIOR TO USE.
4-204.112(B) OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF THE REACH IN COOLER AND PREP COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Jj Fish & Chicken has had 7 inspections in the last 5 years with a 50% pass rate. Last inspection was on Aug 12, 2026.
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Complaint Re-Inspection — A follow-up to confirm complaint-related violations were fixed.
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