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The full inspection history
7 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jun 25, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s notes
2-102.13--OBSERVED EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 25, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 23, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
4 recorded violations
notedCode 29Other
Official wording
COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO APPROVED HACCP PLAN ON SITE FROM CDPH. OBSERVED VACUUM PACKAGING MACHINE ON SITE IN MAIN KITCHEN PREPARATION AREA WITHOUT A HACCP PLAN APPROVED BY CDPH. TAGGED MACHINE "HELD FOR INSPECTION" AT TIME OF INSPECTION. EQUIPMENT NOT TO BE USED. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT CDPH (FOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG) TO START THE APPROVAL PROCESS FOR ANY SPECIAL PROCESSES SUCH AS VACUUM PACKAGING, SOUS VIDE, SMOKING/CURING, SPROUTING, FERMENTING ETC. PRIORITY VIOLATION, 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. OBSERVED ROP BEING USED FOR BEEF, FISH, SHORT RIBS, SQUAB, SPRUCE TIPS ALL WHICH WERE STORED MAINLY IN BASEMENT WALK IN COOLER AND CHEST FREEZER, GARAGE, OUTDOOR WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER. MUST PROVIDE HACCP PLAN WHICH IS APPROVED BY CDPH. FOOD HAS BEEN TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY OVER 1,000 POUNDS AT A COST OF APPROXIMATELY $3,000.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER CHOPPING VEGETABLES WITHOUT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. MUST WEAR AN EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINT.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
OBSERVED EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
4-101.19 - OBSERVED THE LID OF THE WHITE CHEST FREEZER IN GRARAGE DRY STORAGE AREA TO BE HEAVILY RUSTED AND DAMAGED THROUGHOUT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE TO PROVIDE A CORROSION-RESISTANT, NONABSORBENT, AND SMOOTH SURFACE.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
6-501.11 - OBSERVED THE CEILING IN THE GARAGE STORAGE AREA TO BE HEAVILY DAMAGED AND WATER STAINED THROUGHOUT, WITH A LARGE PATCH IN THE AREA OVER THE WHITE CHEST FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE CEILING AND MAINTAIN FACILITIES IN GOOD REPAIR.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
6-202.15 - OBSERVED THE GARAGE DOOR BOTTOM SEAL TO BE DAMAGED AND TORN WITH MULTIPLE HOLES OVER AN INCH THROUGHOUT TO EXTERIOR. INSTUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE TO RODENT PROOF THE BOTTOM SEAL OF GARAGE DOOR.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-305.12 - OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE BINS AND DRY GOODS STORED BENEATH UNPROTECTED/NOT SHIELDED WASTEWATER AND SEWER LINES IN THE CRAWL SPACE STORAGE ROOM LOCATED BEYOND THE EMPLOYEE LOCKER ROOM IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHIELDING OR MOVE ALL FOOD ITEMS AND STORAGE BINS FROM BELOW ANY UNPROTECTED SEWER AND WASTEWATER LINES.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
4-903.11 (A;B;D) - OBSERVED FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS STORED BENEATH UNPROTECTED/NOT SHIELDED WASTEWATER AND SEWER LINES IN THE CRAWL SPACE STORAGE ROOM LOCATED BEYOND THE EMPLOYEE LOCKER ROOM IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHIELDING OR MOVE ALL FOOD ITEMS AND STORAGE BINS FROM BELOW ANY UNPROTECTED SEWER AND WASTEWATER LINES.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 30, 2024 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Jul 22, 2024
Fail
11 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE BINS AND DRY GOODS STORED BENEATH UNPROTECTED/NOT SHIELDED WASTEWATER AND SEWER LINES IN THE CRAWL SPACE STORAGE ROOM LOCATED BEYOND THE EMPLOYEE LOCKER ROOM IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHIELDING OR MOVE ALL FOOD ITEMS AND STORAGE BINS FROM BELOW ANY UNPROTECTED SEWER AND WASTEWATER LINES.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
OBSERVED THE CEILING IN THE GARAGE STORAGE AREA TO BE HEAVILY DAMAGED AND WATER STAINED THROUGHOUT, WITH A LARGE PATCH IN THE AREA OVER THE WHITE CHEST FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE CEILING AND MAINTAIN FACILITIES IN GOOD REPAIR.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO MECHNANICAL VENTILATION OF ANY KIND OVER THE 4 BURNER NATURAL GAS STOVE TOP LOCATED IN THE CARRIAGE HOUSE 2ND FLOOR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A SYSTEM OF MECHNICAL VENTILATION OF SUFFICIENT CAPACITY, AS REQUIRED BY LOCAL LAW AND CODES.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
OBSERVED NO APPROPRIATE "NO SMOKING" SIGNS POSTED AT THE FRONT AND REAR DOORS OF THE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO POST "NO SMOKING" SIGN AT EACH DOOR TO EXTERIOR. FIRST VIOLATION OF CLEAN INDOOR AIR ORDINANCE IN 2024, VIOLATION 7-32-020(a). CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND SINK WITH PLUMBED HOT AND COLD WATER AVAILABLE FOR USE IN THE 2ND FLOOR CARRIAGE HOUSE FOOD PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SINK WITH PLUMBED HOT AND COLD WATER, SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS IN THE CARRIAGE HOUSE FOOD PREPARATION AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-030(c). CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED TWO (2) VACUUM PACKAGING MACHINES ON SITE: ONE IN MAIN KITCHEN PREPARATION AREA AND ONE IN THE CARRIAGE HOUSE 2ND FLOOR PREPARATION AREA. SOUS VIDE EQUIPMENT ALSO AT CARRIAGE HOUSE 2ND FLOOR. NO HACCP PLAN OR VARIANCE APPROVAL IS AVAILABLE OR PROVIDED AT TIME OF INPSECTION. TAGGED BOTH MACHINES "HELD FOR INSPECTION" AT TIME OF INSPECTION. EQUIPMENT NOT TO BE USED. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT CDPH (FOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG) TO START THE APPROVAL PROCESS FOR ANY SPECIAL PROCESSES SUCH AS VACUUM PACKAGING, SOUS VIDE, SMOKING/CURING, SPROUTING, FERMENTING ETC. PRIORITY VIOLATION, 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED THE GARAGE DOOR BOTTOM SEAL TO BE DAMAGED AND TORN WITH MULTIPLE HOLES OVER AN INCH THROUGHOUT TO EXTERIOR. INSTUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE TO RODENT PROOF THE BOTTOM SEAL OF GARAGE DOOR.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
2-402.11 - OBSERVED EMPLOYEES IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA PREPARING FOOD WITHOUT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES FOOD IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
OBSERVED FOOD SERVICE EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS STORED BENEATH UNPROTECTED/NOT SHIELDED WASTEWATER AND SEWER LINES IN THE CRAWL SPACE STORAGE ROOM LOCATED BEYOND THE EMPLOYEE LOCKER ROOM IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHIELDING OR MOVE ALL FOOD ITEMS AND STORAGE BINS FROM BELOW ANY UNPROTECTED SEWER AND WASTEWATER LINES.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
OBSERVED THE LID OF THE WHITE CHEST FREEZER IN GRARAGE DRY STORAGE AREA TO BE HEAVILY RUSTED AND DAMAGED THROUGHOUT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE TO PROVIDE A CORROSION-RESISTANT, NONABSORBENT, AND SMOOTH SURFACE.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED BATHROOM DOOR OF CARRIAGE HOUSE 2ND FLOOR PREPARATION AREA AND FIRST FLOOR WOMEN'S LOCKER ROOM TO NOT BE SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE MECHANISM TO MAKE BATHROOM DOOR SELF CLOSING.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 22, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Apr 29, 2024
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 40Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EMPLOYEES IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA PREPARING FOOD WITHOUT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES FOOD IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER LOCATED IN REAR OUTSIDE OF PREMISES. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.