Canvass
Aug 6, 2026
9 recorded violations
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE INTERIOR OF THE FRYER WITH GREASE AND CHARRED MATERIALS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FRYER.
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.
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HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED
Inspector’s notes
FOUND FOOD HANDLERS MULTI-TASKING, HANDLING CASH TRANSACTIONS, PUTTING ON HAIRNETS, TOUCHING BODY/PHONES AND PUTTING ON GLOVES WITHOUT WASHING HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY WASH HANDS WHENEVER MULTI-TASKING, PUTTING ON GLOVES, TOUCHING BODY/PHONES, ETC. PRIORITY 7-38-010 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.
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ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
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FOUND NO HANDWASHING CLEANSER AT THE HAND-WASHING SINK IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE HANDWASHING CLEANSER AT ALL HAND-WASHING SINKS AND TO USE IT. MOD SENT AN EMPLOYEE TO THE STORE TO PICK UP SOME HAND SOAP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
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FOUND A FLY STRIP HANGING IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REFRAIN FROM HANGING FLY STRIPS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. MAINTAIN SAME.
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.
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GLOVES USED PROPERLY
Inspector’s notes
FOUND FOOD HANDLERS PUTTING ON GLOVES WITHOUT WASHING THEIR HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO WASH HANDS BEFORE AND AFTER WEARING GLOVES. MAINTAIN SAME.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
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FOUND THE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER WITH RUST. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE RACK TO MAINTAIN A RUST-FREE, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE 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.
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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE MOP SINK IN THE REAR WITH NO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN SINK WITH A BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE.
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.
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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
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FOUND FOOD HANDLER ON SITE WITH NO PROOF SHE MET THE FOOD HANDLER'S REQUIREMENTS. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE.
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.
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ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE CFM ON SITE HAS NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 6, 2026 · Original Source