4-501.11 OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF BOTH DOORS OF THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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.
5-205.15 REPAIR THE LEAKING HOT WATER VALVE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 3, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Feb 20, 2026
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WHILE TCS FOODS (PIZZA AT 140F) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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 THE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED THE LAST PEST INSPECTION REPORT FROM 2024 KEPT IN THE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A MINIMUM OF TWO PEST CONTROL SERVICE REPORTS MUST BE KEPT IN THE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK FROM THE PAST YEAR AND BE AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(C). 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.
OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF BOTH DOORS OF THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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.
REPAIR THE LEAKING HOT WATER VALVE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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.
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector’s notes
PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FROM 6/10/24 WAS NOT POSTED IN THE PUBLIC VIEW. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN THE PUBLIC VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B). 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, Feb 20, 2026 · Original Source
License
Jun 10, 2024
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.
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
PAPER TOWEL DISPENSERS FOR THE HAND WASHING SINKS AT THE BAR MUST BE MOVED TO BE CLOSER TO THE HAND SINKS.
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.
INTERIOR UPPER ICE SHOOT INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING. MUST 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.
RAW WOODEN SHELVING IN THE REAR WALK-IN COOLER ROOM WITH STORED LIQUOR MUST BE PAINTED/SEALED.----MUST NOT USE CLOTH TOWELS AS LINERS INSIDE COOLERS.----NOTED PEELING PLASTIC ON METAL SURFACES OF THE KITCHEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK USED AS A PROTECTANT MUST BE REMOVED.
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.
FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE BAR AND AT THE ICE MACHINE HAND SINK DIRTY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. NOTED RAW BRICK WALL INSIDE THE FOOD PREP KITCHEN THAT IS POROUS, UNEVEN WITH CRACKS AND CREVICES. MUST SEAL TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
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.