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White Castle #27

Chain

1550 E 79th St, Chicago, IL 60619

Far South Side

Oct 8, 2025 — Complaint inspection

Pass

Triggered by a public complaint about this restaurant.

Missing handwashing signs, soda mix stored on floor, and ice buildup in freezer.

Key Findings

  • No handwashing signs posted at employee sink in men's restroom.
  • Soda dispenser mix stored directly on floor in rear storage area.
  • Ice buildup inside walk-in freezer indicates lack of maintenance.
  • Food debris found on coolers, freezers, prep tables, and shelving units throughout facility.

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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Violation code #10 — ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector's Notes:

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND WASHING SINK IN MEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.

Violation code #39 — CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector's Notes:

OBSERVED SODA DISPENSER MIX STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE SODA DISPENSER MIX SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

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Inspection History

White Castle #27 has had 6 inspections in the last 5 years with a 67% pass rate. Last inspection was on Aug 12, 2026.

Aug 12, 2026Pass

Short Form Complaint — A shorter, targeted check prompted by a public complaint.

Aug 6, 2026Fail

Canvass — A routine, unannounced visit by a city health inspector.

2 violations
Oct 8, 2025PassVIEWING NOW

Complaint — Triggered by a public complaint about this restaurant.

7 violations