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Jerky Jerk Rare

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DBA: Jerky Jerk Rare

2251-2253 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60612

License #2684305Inspected 50 days ago
Current
0
Violations
86
Corrections
0
Inspections
16
Failures
4
Pests
5

Last Inspection

Feb 18, 2026Pass
No Violations

No Violations During This Inspection

Nearby Pest Activity

6 pest reports within 100ft in the last 2 years
  • roaches! dead
    0ft away · 311 · 1mo ago
  • roaches! dead
    0ft away · 311 · 1mo ago
  • rat!
    85ft away · 311 Chicago · 9mo ago
  • rat!
    62ft away · 311 Chicago · 9mo ago
  • roaches!
    0ft away · 311 · 11mo ago
  • rat!
    62ft away · 311 Chicago · 1y ago

    Violation Categories

    🧹Facility Maintenance & Cleanliness24
    🍴Equipment & Utensils18
    🐀Pest Activity12
    🌡️Food Temperature & Holding8
    🧼Personal Hygiene & Handwashing5
    🚰Plumbing & Water3

    Inspection Timeline

    Jan 15, 20253 violationsFailed
    Sep 3, 20241 violation · 2 correctionsPass
    Apr 22, 20245 violationsFailed
    Nov 8, 2023No violationsPass

    +16 more inspections available

    Inspection data sourced from official Chicago health department records.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Has Jerky Jerk Rare passed its last health inspection?
    Yes, Jerky Jerk Rare passed its most recent health inspection on February 18, 2026.
    How many health violations does Jerky Jerk Rare have?
    Jerky Jerk Rare has 86 total health violations across 16 inspections on record.
    How often is Jerky Jerk Rare inspected?
    Jerky Jerk Rare has been inspected 16 times. Health inspections in Chicago are conducted by the local health department, typically 1-3 times per year.
    Has Jerky Jerk Rare ever failed a health inspection?
    Yes, Jerky Jerk Rare has failed 4 out of 16 health inspections (25% failure rate). However, the restaurant passed its most recent inspection.
    Does Jerky Jerk Rare have rats, cockroaches, or other pests?
    Jerky Jerk Rare has 5 pest-related citations on record from health inspections. Specific findings include: 4 rodent findings (rats or mice), 3 cockroach findings, 4 fly or insect findings.
    Is Jerky Jerk Rare safe to eat at?
    Jerky Jerk Rare passed its most recent health inspection on February 18, 2026. The restaurant has 86 total violations across 16 inspections. Check the full inspection history for details.

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