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The full inspection history
4 inspections
Complaint
Aug 12, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSEREVD DEAD INSECTS IN BASEMENT AND IN BOILER ROOM. INSTUCTED TO REMOVE, DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 12, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Sep 4, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
2 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
NOTED FACILITY DID NOT PROVIDE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE FOR EMPLOYEES WORKING ON SITE. INFORMED A CERTIFIED MANAGER WITH A CURRENT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES AND A VALID MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE WHENEVER TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND/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 DEAD ROACHES IN BASEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE DEAD PEST CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 4, 2025 · Original Source
License
Jan 19, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
NO MECHANICAL EXHAUST VENTILATION AT BASEMENT TOILET ROOM. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN EXHAUST VENTILATION.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 19, 2024 · Original Source
License
Dec 18, 2023
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 27Other
Official wording
FOOD ADDITIVES: APPROVED AND PROPERLY USED
Inspector’s notes
PROPOSED MENU INCLUDES FOOD AND DRINK ITEMS THAT CONTAIN, OR MAY BE INFUSED WITH, CBD AND THC. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT FOOD OR DRINK CONTAINING, OR TO BE INFUSED WITH, UNAPPROVED FOOD ADDITIVES SUCH AS CBD AND THC CANNOT BE SERVED OR SOLD. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
NO MECHANICAL EXHAUST VENTILATION AT BASEMENT TOILET ROOM. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN EXHAUST VENTILATION.
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.
WASTE WATER BACKS-UP FROM FLOOR DRAIN WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN PLUMBING SO WATER DRAINS PROPERLY. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
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.
TOILET ROOM DOORS (2) ARE NOT SELF-CLOSING. MUST INSTALL SELF-CLOSING DEVICES ON BOTH TOILET ROOM DOORS.
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.