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

J & J Fish And Chicken has a SafeDine safety score of 85 out of 100 (Grade A). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was J & J Fish And Chicken last inspected?

J & J Fish And Chicken was last inspected on July 2, 2025. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

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

J & J Fish And Chicken has 46 total violations across 7 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is J & J Fish And Chicken safe to eat at?

Yes, J & J Fish And Chicken has an excellent safety record with a score of 85/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

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

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

Official Health Record

J & J Fish And Chicken

Name: J & J Fish And Chicken
Address: 1600 W MARQUETTE RD, Chicago, 60636
Rating: 85

1600 W MARQUETTE RD, Chicago

Last inspected 9mo ago

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0Excellent

Chicken•Chicago

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

Stable

7 inspections

Last: Jul 2, 2025

medium confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

14%

Clean Rate

6.6

Avg Violations

9 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature control

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

Pest issuesHigh Priority

Evidence of pests found during inspection

Plumbing issues

Plumbing or waste disposal problems

Sanitation

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Employee hygiene

Personal hygiene practices not followed

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-15

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-0 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-3 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-6 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-3 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

-2 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% 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

1600 W MARQUETTE RD, Chicago, IL 60636

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Violation Timeline

Dec 2023

2 inspections

1 high priority

1 intermediate

4 basic

Dec

Mar 2024

1 inspections

3 high priority

2 intermediate

11 basic

Nov 2024

3 inspections

2 high priority

2 intermediate

16 basic

Nov

Jul 2025

1 inspections

1 intermediate

3 basic

Inspection History

7 records on file

3 Complaint2 Complaint Re-Inspection1 License Re-Inspection1 License

Jul 25

Complaint InspectionLatestPass

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR PROPPED OPEN WITH A STICK; INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SCREEN DOOR IF DOOR IS GOING TO BE OPEN DURING BUSINESS HOURS TO PREVENT INSECTS OR RODENTS FROM ENTERING.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING: BOTTOM AREA OF FRYERS, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS, GRILL, AREA UNDER GRILL; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT, FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND EQUIPMENT AND CEILING VENTS TO REMOVE DUST.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN VENTS IN HOOD SYSTEM ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN HOODED SYSTEM.

Base deductions−11 pts

Nov 24

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

2 Basic

2 total

96/100inspection score

−4 pts

Basic (2)

−4 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL PANEL OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOMS.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
6-501.14 MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE BUILD UP AT HOOD & FILTERS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT.

Base deductions−4 pts

Nov 24

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionFail

5 Basic

5 total

90/100inspection score

−10 pts

Basic (5)

−10 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL PANEL OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOMS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP AND GREASE FROM FLOOR & FLOOR DRAINS ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT AND REMOVE WATER FROM FLOOR IN BOTH TOILET ROOMS AND KEEP DRY
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN DIRT AND FOOD SPLATTER FROM WALLS IN DISH WASHING & PREP AREAS
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE BUILD UP AT HOOD & FILTERS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT.
59PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2605858 11/04/24 NOT CORRECTED-#40-2-402.11 : MUST PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR FOOD HANDLERS. #49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR AREA,UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN UNUSED WALK IN COOLER. #55-6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE IN REAR AREA.MUST GROUT FLOOR AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT,MOP SINK BASIN, AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK. #56- 2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)

Base deductions−10 pts

Nov 24

Complaint InspectionFail

2 High2 Med9 Basic

13 total2 risk factors

42/100inspection score

−48 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (CHICKEN,COLESLAW,FRENCH FRIES, FISH,ETC)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
MUST PROVIDE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS FOR PREP COOLERS.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 50 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES INSIDE OF REAR MOPSINK AND WALLS AND FLYING AROUND,ON BOXES IN FRONT PREP AREA,MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 11/4/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)

Basic (9)

−18 pts

48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT TO CHECK SANITIZING SOLUTION PPM'S.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GARBAGE CORRAL IN DINING AREA & REACH IN FREEZER.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING DRAINE LINE PIPE AT 1- COMPARTMENT SINK.
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
OBSERVED TOILET IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM NOT FLUSHING AND ONE IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM WHEN FLUSHED WATER COMES SHOOTING OUT FRONT THE LID OF TOILET BOWL AND POOLING ON TO FLOOR MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES,LOOSE WALL PANEL OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOMS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN DIRT AND FOOD SPLATTER FROM WALLS IN DISH WASHING & PREP AREAS
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP AND GREASE FROM FLOOR & FLOOR DRAINS ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT AND REMOVE WATER FROM FLOOR IN BOTH TOILET ROOMS AND KEEP DRY.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE BUILD UP AT HOOD & FILTERS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT.
60PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED−2
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2591530 3/22/24 NOT CORRECTED-#37-3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SHAKERS) WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.#40-2-402.11 : MUST PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR FOOD HANDLERS.#45-4-903.11(A;C) : MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION. #49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR AREA,UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN UNUSED WALK IN COOLER,LOWER CABINET IN DINING AREA. #55-6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN & MISSING WALL BASE TILES EXTERIOR OF UNUSED WALK IN COOLER,STAINED CEILING TILE IN REAR AREA.MUST GROUT FLOOR AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT,MOP SINK BASIN, AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.#55-6-501.16 : MUST PROVIDE A HOOKING SYSTEM TO HANG UP WET MOPS. #55-6-501.114 : MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR IN UNUSED WALK IN COOLERS .56- 2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)

Base deductions−48 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Mar 24

Complaint InspectionPass w/ Conditions

3 High2 Med11 Basic

16 total3 risk factors

23/100inspection score

−62 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (FISH,COLESLAW,FRENCH FRIES, CHICKEN,ETC)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
3MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTINGRisk Factor−10
BSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SHAKERS) WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED A GAP ON BOTH SIDES OF REAR DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.

Basic (11)

−22 pts

40PERSONAL CLEANLINESS−2
MUST PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR FOOD HANDLERS.
45SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED−2
MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE TORN BOOTH SEATS IN DINING AREA.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR AREA,UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN UNUSED WALK IN COOLER,LOWER CABINET IN DINING AREA.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE OPENING AROUND PIPE LEADING INTO WALL UNDER REAR HAND SINK,BROKEN & MISSING WALL BASE TILES EXTERIOR OF UNUSED WALK IN COOLER,DINING AREA,LOOSE WALL PANEL IN DINING AREA,STAINED CEILING TILE IN REAR AREA.MUST GROUT FLOOR AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT,MOP SINK BASIN, AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST PROVIDE A HOOKING SYSTEM TO HANG UP WET MOPS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR IN UNUSED WALK IN COOLERS AND AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
61SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC−2
OBSERVED NO SUMMARY REPORT POSTED FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION FOR CUSTOMERS TO VIEW.A NEW SUMMARY WILL BE POSTED.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-010(B)(CITATION ISSUED)
64MISCELLANEOUS / PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS−2
OBSERVED A DEFAULT BEVERAGE OFFERED FOR SALE ON KIDS MENUS MUST OFFER ONE OF THE DRINK OPTIONS ABOVE

Base deductions−62 pts

Risk factor bonus (3× +5)−15 pts

Dec 23

License Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Dec 23

License InspectionFail

1 High1 Med4 Basic

6 total1 risk factor

72/100inspection score

−23 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

5PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTSRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE OR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND/OR DIARRHEA EVENTS AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

36THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE−5
OBSERVED A FEW COOLERS WITHOUT THERMOMETERS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WORKING THERMOMTERS.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER IN THE EMPLOYEE / CUSTOMERS WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C).
53TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED−2
MUST PROVIDE AND MAINATIN SMALL GARBAGE CANS WITH LIDS AS REQUIRED IN THE WOMEN WASHROOM.
54GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED−2
OBSERVED WEEDS, DEBRIS AND LITTER IN THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE CORRAL. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT HARBORAGE FOR PESTS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED FLOORS, WALL AND CEILING TILES IN POOR REPAIR THROUGH OUT PREMISES(PREP AREA, WASHROOMS,STORAGE AREA). MUST SEAL HOLES, REPLACE CEILING TILES AND GROUT THE FLOORS IN THE PREP AREAS.

Base deductions−23 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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