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The full inspection history
2 inspections
Canvass
Apr 29, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
2 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED AND/OR PROOF OF CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY AS REQUIRED WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,POST AND MAINTAIN ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012.
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.
FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS TO REMOVE SPILL AND/OR DEBRIS: AROUND THE 3 COMP SINK, DISH WASHING MACHINE, ICE MACHINE AND IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS.
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, Apr 29, 2026 · Original Source
License
Nov 14, 2025
Pass
8 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE EXIT DOOR NEAR THE LAUNDRY ROOM IN THE BASEMENT WITH A GAP OF ABOUT 1/4 OF AN INCH. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST ACTIVITY.
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
OBSERVED THE STEAM TABLE ON THE THIRD FLOOR RUSTING AND MISSING SNEEZE GUARD ON THE LEFT SIDE AND THE RIGHT SIDE IS NOT EASY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN...ALSO OBSERVED THE STEAM TABLE ON THE SECOND FLOOR WITHOUT SNEEZE GUARDS...ALSO THE FIRST FLOOR WITH SNEEZE GUARDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS DURING HOLDING FOR SERVING.
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 HAND WASHING SINK IN THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM ON THE FIRST FLOOR COMING LOOSE FROM THE WALL (SEAL BREAKING) INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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 THE FLOOR PANEL IN THE WALK IN FREEZING UNIT COMING LOOSE FROM THE FLOOR CAUSING POTENTIAL TRIP HAZZARD AS WELL AS MAKING AREA NOT EASY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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 A LEAK AT THE DRAIN PIPE OF THE SANITIZING SINK AND OBSERVED THE SPRAYER HEAD AT THE DISH WASHING MACHINE LEAKING. ALSO OBSERVED THE BACKFLOW DEVICE AT THE TOP OF THE DISH WASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
OBSERVED ALL WOMENS TOILET ROOMS ON EACH FLOOR THAT THE STAFF MAY USE WITHOUT TRASH RECEPTACLE WITH LID. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL WOMEN TOILET ROOMS.
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 THE LOWER WALL ACROSS FROM THE DISH WASHING MACHINE DAMAGED AND IN NEED OF REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND INSECT ACTIVITY AS WELL AS MAKING AREA EASY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 MISSING LIGHT COVERING OVER THE BEVERAGE AREA IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.