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91st South Chicago Apts.

9177 S SOUTH CHICAGO AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60617 · Restaurant (Golden Diner)

Inspection summary

91st South Chicago Apts. has been inspected 22 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since August 30, 2010. The most recent inspection, on June 11, 2026, found no infractions.

3 of 22 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 3 inspections with 4 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Handwashing and staff hygiene, Food temperature control and Pests.

The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are the main way germs like norovirus move from people to food. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing hands when required, hair restraints, and sick employees being kept away from food. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded 7 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on July 2, 2025. For example: ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.

    Recorded 5 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on April 12, 2023. For example: THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on June 1, 2026. For example: INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on April 19, 2024. For example: WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 18 times across 14 separate inspections, most recently on June 8, 2026. For example: TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

About this data

These results come from Chicago Department of Public Health, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

22 inspections

  1. Canvass Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Canvass Re-Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
    • 59. PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
      • 8-404.13(B:3) OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2637688 DATED 6/1/26; 38 - 6-501.111 OBSERVED ABOUT 20 LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND, ON THE WALLS AND CABINETS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE INSECT ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. UPON RE-INSPECTION OBSERVED ABOUT 50 LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND THE RESIDENT DINING AREA, ON THE CEILING OF THE RESIDENT DINING AREA AND ON THE CABINETS AND WALL IN THE FOOD PREP/SERVING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090.
  3. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • 6-501.111 OBSERVED ABOUT 20 LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND, ON THE WALLS AND CABINETS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE INSECT ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
  4. Complaint Re-Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • FLOORS AND WALLS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTERS AND FLIES. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
  5. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • NO HAND SOAP AT HANDSINK TO PROPERLY WASH HANDS AT FRONT PREP AREA. SOAP WAS BROUGHT TO THE SINK PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) NO CITATION ISSUED
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30-40 SMALL FLIES IN MAIN PREP AREA. FLIES ON CABINETS, COUNTERS AND WALLS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE PEST CONTROL SERVICE AND REMOVE ALL FLIES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020 NO CITATION ISSUED
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • FLOORS AND WALLS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTERS AND FLIES. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
  6. Canvass Re-Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS INSIDE LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
  7. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 1. PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
      • OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
    • 2. CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
      • OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012
    • 48. WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
      • OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TEST KIT FOR PROPER CONCENTRATION IN SANITIZING SOLUTIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS INSIDE LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
  8. Canvass Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  9. Canvass Re-Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 36. THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
      • Violation Codes: 4-204.112(B) Inspector Comments: Observed no thermometer inside of refrigerator in prep area. Instructed to provide and maintain.
    • 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
      • Inspector Comments: debris from cabinets. Instructed to clean all said equipment located in prep area and maintain
    • 59. PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
      • PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2573733 4/5/23 NOT CORRECTED #54-STILL OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER MISSING A LID AND DAMAGED LID ON SAME ON WEST SIDE OF BUILDING . MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LIDS TO BE TIGHT FITTING.(PRIORITY 7-42-090)
  10. Canvass

    11 infractions

    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • Observed handwashing sink in prep area not accessible during time of inspection. Instructed to remove rolling carts and hot holding units. Must have handwashing sink accessible at all times and maintain. Priority Foundation Violation. #7-38-030 (c). No citation issued.
    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • Observed no hand washing cleanser available at handwashing sink in prep area during time of inspection. provide and Must maintain. Priority Foundation Violation. #7-38-030 (c). No citation issued.
    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • Observed no hand drying provision available at hand sink in prep area during time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority Foundation Violation.#7-38-030(c). No Citation Issued.
    • 22. PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
      • OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 2-1/2 PINTS CARTONS OF MILK AT 48.2F .PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)
    • 36. THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
      • Observed no thermometer inside of refrigerator in prep area. Instructed to provide and maintain.
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • Observed evidence of 5 live roaches crawling inside of hot holding unit , inside crevice of the wall underneath 2 compartment sink, on wall next to handsink and cabinet and crawling near bait box. Observed approximately 15 live ants underneath the radiator in dining area, and observed approximately 50 mice droppings on counter top under microwave, under radiator in dining room, scattered on floor at folding wall doors and on pallets near vending machine in dining area. Instructed to clean and sanitize all said areas. Must eliminate all pest activity. Priority Foundation Violation. 7-38-020 (a). No citation issued.
    • 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
      • Observed excessive dried food debris on stove , rolling carts, hot holding units, and microwave,dead insects and debris from cabinets. Instructed to clean all said equipment located in prep area and maintain.
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • Must provide garbage can receptacle with lid inside of women's toilet room and maintain.
    • 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER MISSING A LID AND DAMAGED LID ON SAME ON EAST SIDE OF BUILDING AND WEST SIDE GARBAGE OVER FLOWING ABOVE RIM OF DUMPSTER. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LIDS TO BE TIGHT FITTING.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C)
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • Observed damaged lower walls near east entry door located in dining area. Must repair or replace.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • Observed dead insects inside of light shields in prep and dining area. Must clean and maintain.
  11. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • 6-501.12 OBSERVED A DEAD INSECT IN BETWEEN THE CABINETS AND REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
  12. Canvass Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  13. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • OBSERVED HANDSINK IN THE KITCHEN NOT STOCKED WITH HAND SOAP. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT HAND SOAP MUST BE AVAILABLE AT HANDSINKS AT ALL TIMES. FOOD HANDLER OBTAINED HAND SOAP FOR HAND SINK DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • OBSERVED ONE OUT OF THREE STALLS OF THE TOILETS OUT OF ORDER DUE TO NOT FLUSHING PROPERLY IN THE WOMENS WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
  14. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • OBSERVED ONE OUT OF THREE STALLS INSIDE THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM WITH OUT OF ORDER SIGNAGE ON DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
  15. Canvass

    6 infractions

    • 3. MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
      • OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
      • OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • OBSERVED NO SOAP INSIDE OF THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. FACILITY PROVIDED SOAP DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SOAP INSIDE OF THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 36. THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
      • OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER TO TAKE THE TEMPERATURE OF FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • OBSERVED ONE OUT OF TWO URINALS INSIDE OF THE MEN'S WASHROOM NOT FLUSHING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR TILES INSIDE OF THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
  16. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED ONE URINAL IN THE MENS WASHROOM OUTSIDE OF THE DINING AREA NOT WORKING; REPAIR URINAL. ALSO FOUND LOW HOT RUNNING WATER PRESSURE AT THE HANDSINK IN MENS WASHROOM; MUST INCREASE.
  17. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 21. * CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
      • OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR DISPLAYED DURING INSPECTION,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF COUNTER TOP CABINETS OF DIRT,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • MUST REMOVE PEELING PAINT FROM THE WALL IN DINNING AREA NEAR THE PATIO DOOR,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PEELING PAINT
  18. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • INTERIOR CABINETS UNDER THE COUNTER TOP NEEDS CLEANING TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • NOTED PEELING PAINT ON THE WALL NEXT TOO THE 2 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REMOVE AND REPAINT.
  19. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF CABINETS IN KITCHEN AREA
    • 40. REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
      • PROVIDE A THERMOMETER INSIDE THE REFRIGERATOR IN KITCHEN AREA
  20. Canvass

    5 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • CLEAN THE CABINET INTERIORS UNDERNEATH AND ABOVE ALL COUNTER TOPS IN KITCHEN AREA. CLEAN STORAGE SHELVES INSIDE ALL CLOSETS IN DINING ROOM WHERE NEEDED. REMOVE COFFEE STAINS FROM 2 COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN ARE.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • CLEAN FLOORS ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES(IN BOILER ROOM), DIRT, AND DEBRIS NOTED.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • CLEAN WALLS IN KITCHEN,DOORS LEADING INTO KITCHEN AREA, EXTERIORS OF HEAT V3NTS IN DINING ROOM, AND LIGHT SHIELDS IN DINING AREA(DIRT AND DEAD INSECTS OBSERVED).
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • REPAIR LEAK AT FAUCET ON 2 COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • ALL ARTICLES STORED IN CLOSETS INSIDE DINING ROOM MUST BE PROPERLY STORED 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM THE WALLS.
  21. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN STORAGE CLOSET.
  22. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF ALL CABINETS IN PREP AREA.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN CLOSETS IN THE DINING AREA.

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