Canvass
Jul 27, 2026
6 recorded violations
Official wording
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 2-DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN THE PREP AREA WITH AN INTERIOR AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 51F, SAID COOLER HOLD FRESH VEGETABLE AND OTHER TCS FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL FOOD ITEMS (TCS FOODS ITEMS RANGE FROM 41F TO 43F). PRIORITY CITATION ISSUED #7-38-005
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureOfficial wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE REAR DOOR IN POOR REPAIR (WEATHER STRIPPING WORN) AT THE BOTTOM. MUST REPLACE TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FLOOR OF THE WALK IN FREEZER UNIT WITH A BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS UNDER AND AROUND THE SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MULTIPLE PLUMBING ISSUES AT THE HAND SINK (FAUCET & PIPING UNDERNEATH). THE 3 COMP SINK PIPING UNDERNEATH. MUST 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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT, UNDERNEATH STORAGE SHELVING. ALSO WALLS BEHIND THE SYRUP STORAGE.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE HOOD ABOVE THE WOKS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE DUST,DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 27, 2026 · Original Source