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SAMIR MARKET & TOBACCO INC.

8224 S ASHLAND AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60620 · Grocery Store

Inspection summary

SAMIR MARKET & TOBACCO INC. has been inspected 2 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since October 28, 2024. The most recent inspection, on December 15, 2025, found no infractions.

1 of 2 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 0 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control, Handwashing and staff hygiene and Pests.

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.

  • 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 2 times on October 28, 2024. For example: PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

  • 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 once on October 28, 2024. For example: ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

  • 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 once on October 28, 2024. For example: INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

  • 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 3 times on October 28, 2024. For example: PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

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.

2 inspections

  1. Canvass

    0 infractions

  2. License

    7 infractions

    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • OBSERVED REAR TOILET ROOM HAND SINK BASIN CRACKED IN SEVERAL AREAS AND NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE MUST REPLACE.
    • 22. PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
      • OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF TCS FOOD SUCH AS 2- DOZEN EGGS-50.0F.4LBS. POLISH SAUSAGE-55.4F.1LBS. SLICED CHICKEN BREAST DELI MEATS-52.5F.2.5LBS. CREAM CHEESE. THE PRODUCT WAS STORED IN A 1-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX.8.5LBS.$39.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)AIR TEMPERATURE IS NOW 42.0F MAY RESUME USAGE.
    • 33. PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
      • OBSERVED 1- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER AT 53.4F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON UNIT .ONCE REPAIRED EMAIL:[email protected].(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)AIR TEMPERATURE IS NOW 42.0F MAY RESUME USAGE.
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED A GAP IN LOWER RIGHT CORNER OF FRONT DOOR MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT INSECT ENTRY.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES & STAINED CEILING TILES ON SALES FLOOR ,SEAL HOLE IN LOWER WALL BASE BEHIND WALL OF REACH IN COOLERS,MISSING WALL TILE IN FRONT TOILET ROOM.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • MUST SCRAPE CHIPPING PAINT ON UPPER WALL IN FRONT TOILET ROOM.
    • 56. ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
      • MUST PROVIDE MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN FRONT TOILET ROOM.

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