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PETE'S FRESH MARKET

3448 E 118TH ST · Chicago, IL 60617

Grocery Store

Chicago Department of Public Health reports Pass with Conditions for PETE'S FRESH MARKET on .

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Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Complaint Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
1
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
2638407

Location recorded for this inspection · PETE'S FRESH MARKET · 3448 E 118TH ST

The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.

Recorded violations

  • 61

    SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC - Comments: 8-301.11(A) OBSERVED THE MOST RECENT INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2637930 DATED 6/4/26 NOT POSTED FOR THE PUBLIC'S VIEW, AT THE TIME OF THE RE-INSPECTION THE INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FROM 10/22/25 WAS STILL POSTED. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS POST THE MOST RECENT INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FOR THE PUBLIC'S VIEW AFTER EVERY HEALTH INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-010(B).

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Inspection history

Chicago publishes inspection reports dating back to 2010. The city changed its procedures on July 1, 2018.

Suspected Food PoisoningPass with Conditions
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass with Conditions
Inspection type
Suspected Food Poisoning
Recorded citations
9
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1154740

Location recorded for this inspection · PETE'S FRESH MARKET · 3448 E 118TH ST

The source labels this outcome “Pass w/ Conditions”.

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 8

    SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME - Comments: HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IN DELI NOT ADEQUATELY SANITIZING FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS FINAL RINSE 158F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR DISH MACHINE. FINAL RINSE MUST MAINTAIN 180F. DISH MACHINE IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED.

  • 30

    FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN BAKERY AND PREPARED SALADS, CHICKEN ETC IN DELI COOLERS.

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL CABINETS IN DELI, FILTER IN VENTILATION HOOD, SLICERS, PREP TABLES, COOLERS.

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL DELI DISPLAY COOLERS, INSIDE MEAT WALK-IN COOLER (FOOD DEBRIS).

  • 36

    LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE 3-COMP SINK IN DELI DISH WASHING/STORAGE AREA.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INCREASE HOT WATER PRESSURE ON RIGHT SINK IN WOMEN WASHROOM.

  • 40

    REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: PROVIDE THERMOMETER IN HOT HOLDING DISPLAY CASE.

  • 41

    PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: ORGANIZE ALL PREP COOLERS IN DELI AREA. DO NOT OVERSTOCK DISPLAY COOLERS TO ALLOW PROPER AIR CIRCULATION.

  • 43

    FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED - Comments: STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION. REMOVE PLASTIC CUP AND PROVIDE LONG HANDLE UTENSILS FOR DISPENSING FETA CHEESE IN DELI.

Canvass Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1286152

Location recorded for this inspection · PETE'S FRESH MARKET · 3448 E 118TH ST

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.

Short Form ComplaintPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Short Form Complaint
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1285865

Location recorded for this inspection · PETE'S FRESH MARKET · 3448 E 118TH ST

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.

Canvass Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
0
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1285642

Location recorded for this inspection · PETE'S FRESH MARKET · 3448 E 118TH ST

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

The source lists no violation citations for this inspection.

CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
1285450

Location recorded for this inspection · PETE'S FRESH MARKET · 3448 E 118TH ST

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 18

    NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: EVIDENCE OF LIVE-(13) INSECTS/ANTS ON WALL AND GREASE TRAP IN BAKERY.MUST CONTACT PEST CO FOR SERVICE.ALSO OUTER OPENINGS/DOORS NOT RODENT PROOF,(REAR COMPACTOR DOOR,RECEIVING DOOR,FRONT DOOR,APPROX 1/4 INCH.MUST REPAIR ALL DOORS.SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST ELEVATE ALL STORAGE IN STORAGE AREAS OFF FLOORS,1ST,2ND FLOORS.

  • 35

    WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON BASEBOARDS IN MEAT PROCESSING ROOM.MUST REPAIR.ALSO WALLS/CEILING NOT CLEAN IN CLEANING MACHINE ROOM,AND CEILING IN PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN DEBRIS/DUST.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR LEAKY HAND SINK,2ND FL,EMPLOYEES/ LADIES BREAK ROOM

Short Form ComplaintPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Short Form Complaint
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
537742

Location recorded for this inspection · PETE'S FRESH MARKET · 3448 E 118TH ST

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.REMOVE RUST FROM 2 TIER CART LISTED IN REPORT 537619. 10/12/11

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage.CONTINUE TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE PREP TABLES, INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF MICROWAVES, BLENDERS, AS LISTED IN REPORT 537619 10/12/11.

  • 36

    LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.CONTINUE TO REPLACE BURNT OUT BULBS UNDER HOOD, IN CHICKEN ROOM AND CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD OUT SIDE CHICKEN ROOM. FROM REPORT 537619 10/12/11.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.CONTINUE TO REPAIR LEAK UNDER 2ND COMP. OF 3 COMP. SINK AS LISTED IN REPORT 537619 10/12/11.

ComplaintPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Complaint
Recorded citations
5
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
537619

Location recorded for this inspection · PETE'S FRESH MARKET · 3448 E 118TH ST

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.OBSERVED RUSTY 2 TIER CART IN DELI/COOKING AREA INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST.

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.CLEAN AND SANITIZE REAR COOKING PREP TABLE, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF MICROWAVE, MIXER AND BLENDER

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.CLEAN THE FLOOR IN REAR COOKING/DELI AREA

  • 36

    LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.1 LIGHT OUT REAR COOKING AREA UNDER HOOD NEED TO REPLACE. ALSO INSIDE CHICKEN ROOM LIGHT OUT, AND CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS OUTSIDE CHICKEN ROOM DOOR

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.2ND COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMP. SINK LEAKING AT LOWER PIPE INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.

ComplaintPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Complaint
Recorded citations
6
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
579574

Location recorded for this inspection · PETE'S FRESH MARKET · 3448 E 118TH ST

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.OBSERVED RUSTY 2 TIER CARTS IN MEAT AND FISH AREA INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST. OBSERVED THE 3 COMPARTMENT IN MEAT DEPARTMENT WITH A CRACK AT THE TOP ON THE DIVIDER INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR MUST WELD/ AND OR REPLACE SINK.

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN BULK CONTAINERS IN BAKERY, MEAT COOLER FAN GUARD COVER DUSTY,CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL CUTTING BOARDS IN MEAT AND FISH PREP AREAS AS WELL AS THE REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA.ALSO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE BAND SAW, SLICER, GRINDER.

  • 34

    FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.OBSERVED THE FLOOR DRAIN NOT CLEAN IN FRONT OF THE PROOFERS IN BAKERY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

  • 36

    LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.OBSERVED THE LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS NOT CLEAN BAKERY, MEAT AREA OVER BAND SAW, REPLACE BROKEN SHIELDS IN THE MILK COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPLACE.

  • 38

    VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline.CLEAN THE VENT FAN IN THE BAKERY DUSTY, Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.REAR FISH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING AT THE BASE OF THE FAUCET.

  • 39

    LINEN: CLEAN AND SOILED PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES IMPROPERLY STORED IN THE BAKERY INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN 100PPM CHLORINE SANITIZER.

Canvass Re-InspectionPass
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Pass
Inspection type
Canvass Re-Inspection
Recorded citations
1
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
414070

Location recorded for this inspection · PETE'S FRESH MARKET · 3448 E 118TH ST

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST STILL REPAIR TOP OF 3-COMP SINK1ST COMP SINK AT RIM TO PREVENT LEAKING.

CanvassFail
Inspection date
Reported outcome
Fail
Inspection type
Canvass
Recorded citations
4
Source risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Inspection ID
413799

Location recorded for this inspection · PETE'S FRESH MARKET · 3448 E 118TH ST

This visit predates Chicago’s July 1, 2018 inspection procedure change.

Recorded violations

  • 18

    NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines OBSERVED REAR DELIVERY/INSIDE LEFT DOOR NOT PROTECTED FROM RODENT ENTRY,AND FRONT DOOR ENTRY DOOR IN PRODUCE AREA OF STORE.(BOTTOM CENTER OF DOOR ACCESSIBLE) MUST MAKE REPAIRS TO MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING-1/4 INCH AERA. CITATION ISSUED FOR IMPROPER PEST CONTROL.

  • 21

    * CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY,OR PERSON WITH CITY OF CHGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZAEROUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED,(HOT FOOD AREA,CABBAGE,SHORT RIBS,CHICKEN,DELI SALADS,ETC) CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS.

  • 32

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST REPAIR TOP OF 3-COMP SINK 1ST COMP SINK AT RIM,TO PREVENT LEAKING.

  • 33

    FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN/ MAINTAIN CAN OPENER ON PREP TABLE IN KITCHEN PREP AREA.

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242 of 303 establishments with a Pass, Pass with Conditions or Fail outcome since July 1, 2018 have a Pass outcome.

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