Grocery StoreLicence 2704436

The Corner Store Deli

4900 W Walton St, Chicago 60651

Latest verdictConditionalSep 30, 2026 · 13 days ago

Inspections8since Dec 19, 2019

Fail rate50.0%2 of 4 verdictscitywide 22.4% · above average

City risk ratingMedium riskWhat this kind of business could do if it went wrong — not a grade it earned.

Read the pairs, not the count. A failure is normally followed within days by a re-inspection, and that re-inspection is a second row here. On the timeline below they sit almost on top of each other — one bad day, two marks.

The whole record

Pass25%
Conditional25%
Fail50%

8 inspections from 2019 to 2026 · hover a mark

2020202120222023202420252026

ConditionalSep 30, 2026Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  2-102.14 observed no person-in-charge present with city of Chicago certified manager certificate.
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  2-101.11 observed no certified food manager on site or valid documentation while (tcs foods) (deli meat sandwiches,pizzas etc.) are being prepared/served to the customers. Instructed person in charge, a certified food manager with city of Chicago foodservice sanitation certificate must be present while preparing handling and or serving (tcs foods).priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued.
3. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  5-205.15 observed grease trap underneath the 3-compartment sink was not properly installed. Instructed to correct plumbing issue and maintain.
No verdictAug 20, 2026Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  2-101.11 observed no person-in-charge present with city of Chicago certified manager certificate.
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  2-101.11 observed no certified food manager on site or valid documentation while (tcs foods) (deli meat sandwiches, etc.)are being prepared/served to the customers. Instructed person in charge, a certified food manager with city of Chicago foodservice sanitation certificate must be present while preparing handling and or serving (tcs foods). Priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued.
3. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  3-602.11(a; b:1-4,6,7; c; d instructed to label repackaged food items on display for sale and maintain.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.114 all unused equipments/articles stored in the basement storage area must be removed from the premises and all other need items must be elevated at least 6" inches off the floor to facilitate cleaning and maintain.
5. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  4-301.14 observed no ventilation over the tabletop cooking grill. Instructed to provide adequate ventilation and maintain it as required.
6. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  2-102.13 observed food handler(s) with no proof of food handler training certificates. Instructed to provide and maintain as required.
7. 59
  Previous priority foundation violation corrected
  8-404.13 (b:3) previous priority foundation violations not corrected from inspection report#2633452 dated:4/2/2026 #51---5-203.13 **c** service sink premises have no mop sink. Instructed manager to install and maintain with hot and cold running water. Also provide and maintain a backflow device. #52---5-402.12: **c** grease trap instructed manager to provide and maintain a grease trap for the 3-compartment sink. #53---6-501.19: **c** closing toilet room doors: instructed manager to provide and maintain a self-closing device on the wash room door. Instructed to correct noted violations and maintain by april 23, 2026. Priority violation 7-42-090,
FailApr 21, 2026Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  Observed no person-in-charge present with city of Chicago certified manager certificate.
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Observed no certified food manager on site or valid documentation while (tcs foods) (deli meat sandwiches etc.)are being prepared/served to the customers. Instructed person in charge, a certified food manager with city of Chicago foodservice sanitation certificate must be present while preparing handling and or serving (tcs foods).priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued.
3. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Instructed to label repackaged food items on display for sale and maintain.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  All unused equipments/articles stored in the basement storage area must be removed from the premises and all other need items must be elevated at least 6" inches off the floor to facilitate cleaning and maintain.
5. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Observed no ventilation over the table-top cooking grill.instructed to provide adequate ventilation and maintain as required.
6. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  Observed food handler(s) with no proof of food handler training certificates. Instructed to provide and maintain as required
7. 59
  Previous priority foundation violation corrected
  Previous priority foundation violations not corrected from inspection report#2633452 dated:4/2/2026 #51---5-203.13 **c** service sink premises has no mop sink. Instructed manager to install and maintain with hot and cold running water. Also provide and maintain a back flow device. #52---5-402.12: **c** grease trap instructed manager to provide and maintain a grease trap for the 3 compartment sink. #53---6-501.19: **c** closing toilet room doors instructed manager to provide and maintain a self closing device on the wash room door. Instructed to correct noted violations and maintain by april 23 2026. Priority violation 7-42-090, citation issued.
No verdictApr 16, 2026Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  2-102.14:---observed no person-in-charge present with city of Chicago certified manager certificate.
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  2-101.11 observed no certified food manager on site or valid documentation while (tcs foods) (deli meat sandwiches, etc.)are being prepared/served to the customers. Instructed person in charge, a certified food manager with city of Chicago foodservice sanitation certificate must be present while preparing handling and or serving (tcs foods). Priority foundation violation 7-38-012.
3. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  3-602.11(a; b:1-4,6,7; c; d):---instructed to label repackaged food items on display for sale and maintain.
4. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  6-202.13:---observed sticky fly trap roll hanging at ertrance of the prep/dishwashing area.instructed to remove and maintain.
5. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  4-602.13:---instructed to detail clean the grease buildup underneath the flat-top cooking grill and maintain.
6. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  5-501.17:--- observed no covered waste receptacle provided in the washroom.must provide and maintain.
7. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  5-501.15:---observed outside garbage dumpster with overflowing trash lids preventing proper lid closure.instructed to increase service pick-up or larger garbage dumpster must be able to close and remain tigh fitting in order to prevent rodent harborage and maintain.priority foundation violation 7-38-020(b), citation issued.
8. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-201.11:---observed food debris and spills on the floors and surfaces throughout the food prep/dishwashing area instructed to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed missing and damaged floor tiles throughout the food prep/dishwashing area and maintain so to smooth, easily cleanable surfaces also, remove cigarette butts on the floor located in the basement storage area.
9. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.114:---all unused equipments/articles stored in the basement storage area must be removed from the premises and all other need items must be elevated at least 6" inches off the floor to facilitate cleaning and maintain.
10. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  4-301.14:---observed no ventilation over the table-top cooking grill.instructed to provide adequate ventilation and maintain as required.
11. 57
  All food employees have food handler training
  2-102.13:---observed food handler(s) with no proof of food handler training certificates. Instructed to provide and maintain as required.
12. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  8-404.13(b:4): **pf** enforcement by the regulatory authority (non-compliance) previous core violations not corrected from inspection report#2355654 dated:12/19/2019 #51---5-203.13: **c** service sink premises has no mop sink. Instructed manager to install and maintain with hot and cold running water. Also provide and maintain a back flow device. #52---5-402.12: **c** grease trap instructed manager to provide and maintain a grease trap for the 3 compartment sink. #53---6-501.19: **c** closing toilet room doors instructed manager to provide and maintain a self closing device on the wash room door. Instructed to correct noted vilations and maintain by 4/9/2026. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090.
FailApr 2, 2026ComplaintRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  Observed no person-in-charge present with city of Chicago certified manager certificate.
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Observed no certified food manager on site or valid documentation while (tcs foods) (deli meat sandwiches etc.)are being prepared/served to the customers. Instructed person in charge, a certified food manager with city of Chicago foodservice sanitation certificate must be present while preparing handling and or serving (tcs foods).priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued.
3. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed the handwashing sink in the food prep/dishwashing area not accessible for use.hand sink being blocked with multi-use comntainers and found storing bags of frozen meats inside said hand sink while food handlers were actively preparing foods at this time.instructed manager, handwashing sink must be accessible for employees to wash hands at all times.person-in-charge removed.priority foundation violation 7-38-030 (c), citation issued.
4. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no hand soap provided at the handwashing sinks at the prep/dishwashing area and inside the washroom.instructed to provide and maintain hand soap at all handwashing sinks at all times.priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c), violation consolidated with the above citation.
5. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no hand paper towels provided at handwashing sinks at the prep/dishwashing area and inside the washroom.instructed to provide and maintain hand paper towels at all handwashing sinks at all times.priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c), violation consolidated with the above citation.cos
6. 35
  Approved thawing methods used
  Observed improper thawing being done with frozen beef/chicken.thawing must occur with food being placed in the cooler over night, or under cold running water. Instructed to maintain correct thawing procedures and maintain.
7. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Instructed to label repackaged food items on display for sale and maintain.
8. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed sticky fly trap roll hanging at ertrance of the prep/dishwashing area.instructed to remove and maintain.
9. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Instructed to detail clean the grease buildup underneath the flat-top cooking grill and maintain.
10. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Observed no covered waste receptacle provided in the washroom.must provide and maintain.
11. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  Observed outside garbage dumpster with overflowing trash lids preventing proper lid closure.instructed to increase service pick-up or larger garbage dumpster must be able to close and remain tigh fitting in order to prevent rodent harborage and maintain.priority foundation violation 7-38-020(b), citation issued.
12. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed food debris and spills on the floors and surfaces throughout the food prep/dishwashing area instructed to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed missing and damaged floor tiles throughout the food prep/dishwashing area and maintain so to smooth, easily cleanable surfaces also, remove cigarette butts on the floor located in the basement storage area.
13. +4 more
No verdictDec 24, 2025Non-InspectionRisk 2 (Medium)
No verdictDec 16, 2025Non-InspectionRisk 2 (Medium)
PassDec 19, 2019LicenseRisk 2 (Medium)
1. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Premises has no mop sink. Instructed manager to install and maintain with hot and cold running water. Also provide and maintain a back flow device.
2. 52
  Sewage & waste water properly disposed
  Instructed manager to provide and maintain a grease trap for the 3 compartment sink.
3. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Instructed manager to provide and maintain a self closing device on the wash room door.

Fails sit above the line, passes below. Every inspection the city has published for this licence.

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What it gets cited for

556×
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
15×
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
25×
City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
374×
Food properly labeled; original container
564×
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
574×
All food employees have food handler training
533×
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
103×
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Counted across every inspection on record here. A code that keeps coming back is the more telling signal.

Source

Published by the Chicago Department of Public Health as Food Inspections, updated weekly. This page shows every row the city holds under licence 2704436 — a business that changed hands may carry history from its predecessor.