Food Safety Report: Little Joe's Circle Lounge Inc, 1041 W Taylor St, Chicago, Il, USA.

Chicago, 60607 Illinois, United States

Report date: Jan 22, 2026
16. Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
- comments: interior panel of ice machine with excessive black mold like substance. Ice is used for human consumption. Instd to remove ice, clean and sanitize machine. Citation issued 7-38-005 priority foundation

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: over 100 rat droppings noted on basement floor in storage area. Excessive clutter in same area. Instd to remove all droppings, remove clutter, organize and clean/sanitize area. Recommend additional pest control service to eliminate pest activity. Citation issued 7-38-20(a) priority foundation

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: rear door not protected, approx 1/4 inch gap noted on bottom, inbetween and top of door. Instd to repair same so as to be tight fitting and protected

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: missing floor drain cover in basement. Instd to provide and maintain

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: excessive mound of grease behind fryers in prep area. Instd to remove grease and maintain floor clean.

Source: chicago.gov