Complaint
May 6, 2026
4 recorded violations
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GAP GREATER THAN 1/4" BETWEEN REAR EXTERIOR DOOR (NEAR OUTDOOR WASTE ENCLOSURE) AND DOOR FRAME. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE REAR EXTERIOR DOOR TO ELIMINATE GAP AND MAINTAIN ALL OUTER OPENINGS ADEQUATELY PROTECTED FROM ENTRY OF 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
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED OPEN FOOD (TOMATOES, POTATOES) DIRECTLY NEXT TO HANDWASHING SINK AT THE MAIN GRILL LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SPLASH GUARD OR OTHER MEASURE TO PREVENT POTENTIAL CONTAMINATION OF OPEN FOOD FROM SPLASH OR SPILLAGE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
More about food not protected from contaminationOfficial wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE REAR WAREWASHING AREA UTILITY SINK FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR, MISSING CAP BUT FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE UTILITY SINK BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN GOOD REPAIR.
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
OBSERVED STAINLESS STEEL FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR, LIFTING OR BUCKLING IN SOME AREAS WITH GAPS PRESENT BETWEEN PANELS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE WALK-IN FREEZER FLOOR TO ELIMINATE GAPS AND MAINTAIN ALL PHYSICAL 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 6, 2026 · Original Source