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STARBUCKS COFFEE #2372

4701 S CICERO AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60632 · Restaurant

Inspection summary

STARBUCKS COFFEE #2372 has been inspected 11 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since June 9, 2011. The most recent inspection, on December 11, 2025, found no infractions.

3 of 11 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 3 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests, Cleaning and sanitizing and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

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.

  • 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 5 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on August 12, 2022. 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 2 separate inspections, most recently on December 4, 2025. For example: NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

  • 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 August 3, 2022. For example: PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be built from cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked shelf, a worn gasket or utensils stored the wrong way. They are generally lower risk but show how well the kitchen is maintained.

    Recorded 10 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on August 5, 2016. For example: WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

  • 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 7 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on December 4, 2025. For example: GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

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.

11 inspections

  1. Canvass Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
      • OBSERVED DEBRIS BUILD UP ON COUNTER TOPS UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT, INSIDE STORAGE CABINETS IN PREP AREA. OBSERVED WALK IN COOLER WITH SPILLAGE UNDER SHELVING RACKS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER WITH LIDS NOT CLOSED DUE TO TRASH OVERFLOWING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN TO ENSURE TIGHT FITTING LIDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED COFFEE GROUNDS AND DUST ALONG WALL BASE IN STORAGE AREA. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND DUST ALONG FLOOR CORNERS OF PREP AREA, AND BY 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
  3. Complaint Re-Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2" GAP IN CENTER OF OUTTER NORTH & SOUTH DOORS. MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER COUNTERS,WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER.
  4. Complaint

    7 infractions

    • 3. MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
      • OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)
    • 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
      • OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 5-6 LIVE LARGE FLIES AND 10- 12 LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND AND ON WALLS IN PREP/ DISH WASHING AREA,DINING AREAS. AT THIS TIME. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE APEST CONTROL OPETAOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 8/3/22.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2" GAP IN CENTER OF OUTTER NORTH & SOUTH DOORS. MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.
    • 48. WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
      • OBSERVED NO TEST STRIPS AT THE PLATE OR THERMOMETER FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
    • 49. NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
      • MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON COUNTER TOPS UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT,INTERIOR STORAGE CABINETS IN PREP AREA.WALK IN COOLER-FANGUARDS, SHELVING UNITS.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER COUNTERS,WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER.
  5. Complaint

    0 infractions

  6. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 19. OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
      • OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA IS NOT MAINTAINED CLEAN. THERE IS AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF GARBAGE AND LITTER ON THE GROUND SURROUNDING THE DUMPSTERS IN THE DUMPSTER CORRAL. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO KEEP THE GARBAGE AREA CLEAN AND MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES TO ELIMINATE PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
    • 21. * CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
      • NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PREMISES SERVES COFFEE AND SANDWICHES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • REPAIR THE MISSING BASEBOARD TILE AGAINST THE WALL IN THE DRIVE THRU AREA.
  7. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED SPLASH GUARD NEEDED AT HAND WASH SINK NEXT TO FOOD PREP AREA. INSTASLL AND MAINTIAN SPLASH GUARD.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • OBSERVED UNCLEAN FLOORS IN CORNERS AND UNDER LARGE EQUIPMENT. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED 1 SINK STOP PRESENT AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. 3 SINK STOPS ARE NEEDED IN ORDER TO PROPERLY WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE DISHES AND UTENSILS. CURRENTLY HOT WATER DISH MACHINE IS USED TO SANITIZE AT 191.0F. SINK STOPS STILL NEED TO BE PURCHASED IN CASE DISH MACHINE MALFUNCTIONS OR IS INOPERABLE.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED 1 COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP AREA WITH FAUCET IN DISREPAIR. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FAUCET.
  8. Canvass Re-Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK STOPPERS ARE MISSING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THEM.
  9. Complaint

    4 infractions

    • 19. OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
      • FOUND BAGS OF GARBAGE AND GARBAGE ON THE OUTSIDE AROUND THE TWO DUMPSTERS.OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN UP THE AREA. SOURCE OF FOOD FOR THE INSECT AND RODENTS.SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN 7-38-020.
    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT THE STOPPERS AND MISSING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THEM.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE STOREROOM CLOSET, AND UNDER AND AROUND THE CABINETS AND THE UNDER THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREA AND BACK STOREROOM ALL HAS DUST BUILDUPON THEM.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE MENS AND WOMENS TOILET ROOMS THEY ARE DUSTY.
  10. License Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. License

    4 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • STOPPERS MISSING FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. PROVIDE SAME.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • CRACKED FLOOR TILES IN REAR BY 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR SAME.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • CRACKED/MISSING WALLBASE IN FRONT AND REAR. REPLACE/REPAIR SAME. SMALL HOLES IN FRONT AND REAR. SEAL ANY HOLES NOTED.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • REPAIR VENTILATION IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM.

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