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

J & J Fish & Chicken has a SafeDine safety score of 88 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 & Chicken last inspected?

J & J Fish & Chicken was last inspected on February 9, 2026. 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 15 total violations across 5 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

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

Yes, J & J Fish & Chicken has an excellent safety record with a score of 88/100. This indicates strong compliance with health and safety standards.

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: 5612 W MADISON ST, Chicago, 60644
Rating: 88

5612 W MADISON ST, Chicago

Last Inspected: 2/9/2026

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0Excellent

Chicken•Chicago

Ranked #393 of 1000 in ChicagoBetter than 97% of chicken restaurants

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5 inspections

Last: Feb 9, 2026

high confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

20%

Clean Rate

Avg Violations

2 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

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

Other violationHigh Priority

Regulatory compliance issue

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

-1 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-5 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Inspection Timeline

-12 pts

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 85/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (88/100) which is computed during our regular data sync.

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

5612 W MADISON ST, Chicago, IL 60644

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Violation Timeline

Apr 2023

1 inspections

Apr

May 2023

1 inspections

1 high priority

2 intermediate

4 basic

Apr 2024

1 inspections

1 intermediate

1 basic

Apr

Jun 2025

1 inspections

1 basic

Feb 2026

1 inspections

1 high priority

4 basic

Feb

Inspection History

5 records on file

3 Canvass1 Complaint1 License

Feb 26

Canvass InspectionLatestPass

1 High4 Basic

5 total1 risk factor

77/100inspection score

−18 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

6PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USERisk Factor−10
OBSERVED OPEN CAN OF SODA STORED INSIDE DISPLAY COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLOSED LID BEVERAGE CONTAINERS AND PROVIDE SEPARATE AREA FOR EMPLOYEE MEALS.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS OF LEMON PEPPER AND SUGAR NOT COVERED IN PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER ALL BULK CONTAINERS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
41WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED−2
OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
45SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED−2
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED NO LIGHT INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−18 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Jun 25

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Basic

1 total

98/100inspection score

−2 pts

Basic (1)

−2 pts

55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ITEMS ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO STORE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−2 pts

Apr 24

Canvass InspectionPass

1 Med1 Basic

2 total

93/100inspection score

−7 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED REAR OPEN WITH SCREEN DOOR IN PLACE. NOTED SCREEN DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED DOOR HANDLES ON 2-DOOR COOLER STORING COLE SLAW, SAUCES, CHEES WITH MISSING HANDLES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.

Base deductions−7 pts

May 23

Complaint InspectionPass w/ Conditions

1 High2 Med4 Basic

7 total

72/100inspection score

−28 pts

High Priority (1)

−10 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO HAND SOAP AVAILABLE AT HANDSINK IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDSOAP AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C) CITATION ISSUED

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED TCS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT STORED IN PREP COOLER. FOUND INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF CHICKEN AT 86.0F AND 55.8F. INSTRUCTED ALL TCS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF BELOW 41.0F AND HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF ABOVE 135.0F. OPERATOR VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOODS DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATIONI 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
35APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED−5
OBSERVED FROZEN MEAT LEFT ON THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO THAW. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO THAW TCS FOODS UNDER COLD RUNNING WATER, IN THE REFRIGERATOR OR IN THE MICROWAVE AS PART OF A CONTINUOUS COOKING PROCESS.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEADS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOP HEADS TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
58ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED−2
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

Base deductions−28 pts

Apr 23

License InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

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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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