OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER AND 2 DOOR REFER UNIT IN PREP 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.
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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.
OBSERVED LOOSE DEBRIS, DIRT AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY OF FLOORS. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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 17, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 12, 2026
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 29Other
Official wording
COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP
Inspector’s notes
NOTED NO SUSHI RICE ANALYSES LETTER OR pH TEST KIT ON-SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SUSHI RICE ANALYSIS LETTER OR OBTAIN A pH TEST KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED AS CITATION WAS ISSUED ON 3/6/26 ON REPORT#2632327
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4-501.11: **C** Good Repair and Proper Adjustment- Equipment OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER AND 2 DOOR REFER UNIT IN PREP 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.
4-601.11(B): (B) The FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of cooking EQUIPMENT and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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.
6-501.12: **C** Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions OBSERVED LOOSE DEBRIS, DIRT AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY OF FLOORS. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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 12, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 6, 2026
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEMS INSIDE THE FOOD DISPLAY COOLER TO BE IMPROPER: BBQ PORK AT 48.9F,TUNA AT 60.6F, SALMON AT 58.9F, TUNA AT 48.9F SPICY TUNA AT 60.9F MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 40 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $950.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. 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.
COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP
Inspector’s notes
NOTED NO SUSHI RICE ANALYSES LETTER OR pH TEST KIT ON-SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SUSHI RICE ANALYSES LETTER OR OBTAIN A pH TEST KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED
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PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IN REAR PREP IMPROPER COLD-HOLD TEMPERATURE OF 58.9F . INFORMED ALL REFRIGERATOR UNITS SHALL MAINTAIN A PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 41F AND BELOW. REFRIGERATOR UNIT MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH (CDPH). PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. 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.
OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER AND 2 DOOR REFER UNIT IN PREP 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO QUATS CHEMICAL TEST KIT AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TEST KIT FOR PROPER CONCENTRATION IN SANITIZING SOLUTIONS. 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.
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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.
OBSERVED LOOSE DEBRIS, DIRT AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY OF FLOORS. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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 6, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 1, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-201.11----ALL OPEN HOLES IN BASEBOARDS, WALLS, CEILINGS, AROUND PIPING THROUGHOUT DISH ROOM MUST BE SEALED.----MOLDY, BLACKENED WALL CAULKING AT THE BASEMENT ONE COMPARTMENT PREP SINK. MUST REPLACE.----- DAMAGED BASEBOARD COVING UNDER THE 1ST FLOOR PREP ONE COMPARTMENT PREP SINK, MUST 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 1, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 28, 2025
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 9Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DURING THIS RE-INSPECTION BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOODS. EMPLOYEE OBSERVED CHOPPING RAW GREEN ONIONS TO BE USED AS FOOD INGREDIENT AND GARNISHES FOR PREPARED FOODS USING BAR HANDS. REVIEWED GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES AND THE PROPER USE OF GLOVES. ONIONS DISCARDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
4-101.19--- MUST NOT USE PLASTIC CRATES OR CINDER BLOCKS AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT.----MUST NOT USE PLASTIC WRAP AS A MEANS OF REPAIR FOR PREP TABLE LEGS IN THE 1ST FLOOR KITCHEN.
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.
6-201.11--- FLOORS AND WALLS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS WITH DIRT, GREASE, DEBRIS AND FOOD SPLATTER: THROUGHOUT THE BAR, THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM, ---RAW WOODEN WALL BRACKET FOR ICE BUCKETS MUST BE PAINTED SEALED TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.-----ALL OPEN HOLES IN BASEBOARDS, WALLS, CEILINGS, AROUND PIPING THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT, STORAGE ROOM, DISH ROOM MUST BE SEALED.----MOLDY, BLACKENED WALL CAULKING AT THE BASEMENT ONE COMPARTMENT PREP SINK. MUST REPLACE. 6-501.114-- ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE REAR PATIO MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORING AND ALL OTHER NEED ITEMS MUST BE ELEVATED AND ORGANIZED FROM THE FLOORS. : 6-201.13--- MISSING AND DAMAGED BASEBOARD COVING IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: UNDER THE 1ST FLOOR PREP ONE COMPARTMENT PREP SINK, IN THE REAR BASEMENT KITCHEN UNDER DISH MACHINE, THROUGHOUT THE STORAGE ROOM. MUST 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.
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #60 FROM REPORT #2614302 ON 3-21-25 NOT CORRECTED. #38- OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP AT REAR EXIT DOOR SWEEPS ON BOTH DOORS. MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR.#56- OBSERVED CRACKED CEILING LIGHT BULB COVERS ABOVE DISHWASH AREA. MUST REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING LIGHT BULB COVERS.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED. #38-NOTED 10 TO 15 DROPPINGS IN NUMEROUS AREAS THROUGHOUT. MANAGER REMOVED DURING THE INSPECTION. PEST CONTROL CO. ON SITE AND TREATED PRIOR TO THIS REINSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO CONTINUE TO MONITOR AND REMOVE ANY NEW DROPPINGS AND CONTINUE WITH PEST SERVICE UNTIL ALL ACTIVITY IS ELIMINATED. COS.
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Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 28, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 21, 2025
Fail
12 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
NOTED THE DISH ROOM HAND WASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. SINK WITH DISHWARES STORED INSIDE AND CLEAN LINENS STORED ON THE SPLASH GUARDS.ALSO NOTED THE BAR HAND WASHING SINK WITH A MESH STRAINER INSIDE. SINK BEING USED AS A DUMP SINK.ALL HAND SINKS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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.
NOTED RAW ANIMAL ORIGIN SHRIMP AND SCALLOPS BEING STORED DIRECTLY ABOVE PREPARED, SLICED CARROTS, ONION, AND BAGGED LETTUCE INSIDE THE KITCHEN TWO DOOR TALL REACH-IN COOLER. REVIEWED PROPER FOOD PROTECTION FROM RAW FOODS AND PREVENTING CONTAMINATION. ALL FOODS REMOVED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.
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.
NOTED OPEN FLY TRAP STICKY ROLLS THROUGHOUT AND ABOVE FOOD PREP AND DISHROOM AREAS. MUST REMOVE.
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
NOTED A WASTE WATER PIPE FROM AN UNKNOWN SOURCE DRAINING INTO THE 1ST FLOOR KITCHEN ONE COMPARTMENT PREP SINK. MUST REMOVE DRAINPIPE.
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.
ALL PREP AREA WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE HELD IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.
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 NOT USE PLASTIC CRATES OR CINDER BLOCKS AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT.----MUST NOT USE PLASTIC WRAP AS A MEANS OF REPAIR FOR PREP TABLE LEGS IN THE 1ST FLOOR KITCHEN.
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.
INTERIOR OF THE BASEMENT TALL REACH-IN COOLER AND COOKS LINE COOLERS WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS.----NOTED DIRTY BULK FOOD CONTAINERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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 AND WALLS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS WITH DIRT, GREASE, DEBRIS AND FOOD SPLATTER: THROUGHOUT THE BAR, IN BASEMENT REFRIGERATION AREA, UNDER ALL BASEMENT PREP TABLES AND SHELVING, THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM, THROUGHOUT THE 1ST FLOOR KITCHEN.----DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT THE DISH ROOM AND AT THE BASEMENT TALL REACH-IN FREEZER. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.-----RAW WOODEN WALL BRACKET FOR ICE BUCKETS MUST BE PAINTED SEALED TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.-----ALL OPEN HOLES IN BASEBOARDS, WALLS, CEILINGS, AROUND PIPING THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT, STORAGE ROOM, DISH ROOM MUST BE SEALED.----MOLDY, BLACKENED WALL CAULKING AT THE BASEMENT ONE COMPARTMENT PREP SINK. MUST REPLACE.----MISSING WALL TILE AT THE 1ST FLOOR HAND WASHING SINK. MUST 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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 2-16-24 REPORT #2589726 NOT CORRECTED. #38- OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP AT REAR EXIT DOOR SWEEPS ON BOTH DOORS. MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR. #55- FLOOR TILES WITH LOW GROUT AT BAR. MUST REGROUT FLOOR TILES AT BAR AREA AND MAINTAIN.#55-OBSERVED BASEMENT FLOOR LITTERED BEHIND FREEZERS AND IN WATER BOILER ROOM. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN BASEMENT FLOOR AND WATER BOILER ROOM.#56- OBSERVED CRACKED CEILING LIGHT BULB COVERS ABOVE DISHWASH AREA. MUST DAMAGED CEILING LIGHT BULB COVERS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
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Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 21, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 16, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
1ST FLOOR REAR PREP AREA HANDWASH SINK PIPE DRAINING SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER SAID HANDWASH SINK MUST DRAIN QUICKLY.
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.
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DIRT BUILD UP ON WALLS THROUGOUT DISHWASH AREA. MUST CLEAN WALLS 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.
OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP AT REAR EXIT DOOR SWEEP. MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR.
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.
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.