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The full inspection history
5 inspections
Canvass
Jan 22, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF ALL FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
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.
FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS THROUGH OUT TO REMOVE SPILLS,DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE. ALSO WALLS NEED CLEANING BEHIND PREPPING AREAS TO REMOVE FOOD SPLATTER.
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.
4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE IN REAR PREP AREA.
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.
4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM PERSONAL FAN.
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.
6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE GAPS ALONG WALL BASES IN PREP /DISH WASHING AREA UNDER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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, Mar 19, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 12, 2025
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)
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.
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 75 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS IN PREP AREA ,IN REAR STORAGE AREAON FLOOR AND ALONG WOOD WALL BASE TRIM,BEHIND COOLERS AND FREEZERS,STORAGE RACKS,CHIP RACK,LOWER SHELF AT CANDY COUNTER,NEXT TO COUCH,TOILET ROOM (FURNANCE & HOT WATER TANK AREA).MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/12/25.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING HANDLE ON LID OF HOT HOLDING UNIT.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT TO CHECK SANITIZING SOLUTION PPM'S AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(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.
MUST CLEAN DUST AND SPILLS FROM POP COOLER,PERSONAL FAN.
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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE GAPS ALONG WALL BASES IN PREP /DISH WASHING AREA UNDER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT # 2596351 6/14/24 NOT CORRECTED-#36-4-204.112(B) : MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR SMALL TABLE TOP REFRIGERATOR.#37-3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND SQUEEZE BOTTLES WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE. #38-6-202.15 : OBSERVED GAPS ALONG BOTH SIDES OF REAR DOOR MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY. #47-4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON TABLE TOP REFRIGERATOR.#49- 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON EXTERIOR OF FRYERS, PREP TABLES,COUNTER TOPS UNDER SLUSHIE MACHINE.DEFROST GLASS CHEST FREEZERS. #55-6-201.16 : MUST SCRAPE CHIPPING PAINT ON WALLS & WINDOW SILLS IN LOBBY AREA.#55- 6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS SPLATTER FROM WALLS IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.#55-6-201.13 : MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE CAULKING FROM WALLS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES,STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED.#55-6-201.17 : MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM WALL VENTS.#57-2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.#58- 2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN FOR FOOD MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 12, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jun 14, 2024
Pass
10 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-201.17 : MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM WALL VENTS.
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
6-202.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BLINKING LIGHT IN REAR AREA.
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.
2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
: 2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN FOR FOOD MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
6-301.14 : MUST PROVIDE A HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND SINK IN PREP AREA
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.
3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND SQUEEZE BOTTLES WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
6-202.15 : OBSERVED GAPS ALONG BOTH SIDES OF REAR DOOR MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.
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.
4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON TABLE TOP REFRIGERATOR.
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.
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON EXTERIOR OF FRYERS, PREP TABLES,COUNTER TOPS UNDER SLUSHIE MACHINE.DEFROST GLASS CHEST FREEZERS.
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, Jun 14, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 7, 2024
Fail
14 recorded violations
notedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BLINKING LIGHT IN REAR AREA.
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 FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN FOR FOOD MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
MUST PROVIDE A HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND SINK IN PREP AREA.
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.
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 1LB. CUT LETTUCE-50.2F-51.8F .4-GALLONS REAL FRUIT SMOOTHIE MIX-48.9F.INSIDE OF PREP COOLER.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX.4 GALLONS/1LBS.$513.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 2- DOOR PREP COOLER AT 48.3F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT. ONCE REPAIRED EMAIL:FOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND SQUEEZE BOTTLES WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 75 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN REAR HOT WATER TANK AREA ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN CLUTTER AND BEHIND HOT WATER TANK,REAR STORAGE AREA NEXT TO CHEST FREEZER,HOT DOG MACHINE ON FLOOR NEAR REAR DOOR,SHELVING UNIT ON OTHER SIDE OF REAR DOOR, IN TOILET ROOM NEAR TOILET & IN HOT WATER TANK CLOSET, FRONT METER CLOSET.ALSO A DEAD DECAYED MOUSE ON REAR INTERIOR LEDGE OF 1- DOOR POP COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS & DEAD MOUSE,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 6/7/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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 BUCKETS OF FOOD STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA MUST STORE FOOD PRODUCT OFF OF FLOOR.
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.
MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN STORAGE AREA AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS.
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.
MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON EXTERIOR OF FRYERS, PREP TABLES,COUNTER TOPS UNDER SLUSHIE MACHINE.DEFROST GLASS CHEST FREEZERS.
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.
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.