What is J J Fish & Chicken's health inspection score?

J J Fish & Chicken has a SafeDine safety score of 57 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was J J Fish & Chicken last inspected?

J J Fish & Chicken was last inspected on November 4, 2024. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does J J Fish & Chicken have?

J J Fish & Chicken has 11 total violations across 2 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is J J Fish & Chicken safe to eat at?

J J Fish & Chicken has a safety score of 57/100, which suggests room for improvement. Review the detailed inspection history on SafeDine for more information.

What type of cuisine does J J Fish & Chicken serve?

J J Fish & Chicken serves Chicken cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

J J Fish & Chicken

Name: J J Fish & Chicken
Address: 201-209 E 43RD ST, Chicago, 60653
Rating: 57

201-209 E 43RD ST , Chicago

Data may be outdated — inspected 11/4/2024

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Chicken•Chicago

Ranked #960 of 1000 in ChicagoBetter than 97% of chicken restaurants

Improving

2 inspections

Last: Nov 4, 2024

low confidence

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Inspections

Clean Rate

5.5

Avg Violations

17 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Pest issues

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Employee hygiene

Personal hygiene practices not followed

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-43

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-4 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-4 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-5 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-12 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

+32 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

Location

201-209 E 43RD ST , Chicago, IL 60653

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Inspection History

2 records on file

1 Canvass Re-Inspection1 Canvass

Nov 24

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionLatestPass w/ Conditions

1 High

1 total1 risk factor

85/100inspection score

−10 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY AS REQUIRED WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING HANDLED,PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS CHICKEN AND FISH. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012.

Base deductions−10 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Oct 24

Canvass InspectionFail

2 High2 Med6 Basic

10 total1 risk factor

53/100inspection score

−42 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY AS REQUIRED WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING HANDLED,PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS CHICKEN AND FISH. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AND NO SOAP AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA AS REQUIED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PAPER TOWELS AND SOAP AT THE HAND SINK(S). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c) CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WORKING THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED 20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON THE FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER. ALSO NOTED 15 TO 20 LIVE FLIES SCATTERD THROUGH OUT THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA AND IN THE HALLWAY TO THE WASHROOM. MUST REMOVE AND DETAIL CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. ALSO CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-020(A).

Basic (6)

−12 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAIN. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL PREP TABLES, STORAGE SHELVING, INSIDE SHELVES OF COOLERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN THE FIXTURE AND FLOOR INSIDE THE WASHROOM.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS THROUGH TO REMOVE SPILLS, GREASE AND DEBRIS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MISSINGS AND/OR DAMAGED CEILING TILES THROUGH OUT. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. NOTED DUSTY AND DIRTY AIR VENT,LIGHT SHIELDS AND WALLS THROUGH OUT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

Base deductions−42 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

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Data source: Chicago CDPH · Official government inspection records

Grading System

85 – 100

Excellent

70 – 84

Good

Below 70

Fair

About SafeDine Scores

Scores are calculated using official government inspection data. High Priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact, followed by Intermediate and Basic violations. Community reviews can adjust the score by up to 5 points when 3+ reviews are submitted.

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