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3 inspections
Canvass
Nov 19, 2025
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS ON THE 1ST FLOOR WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED. OBSERVED MAIN ENTRANCE DOUBLE DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF. DOOR HAS APPROXIMATELY 1/2 INCH OPENING ON BOTTOM DOOR. MUST MAKE DOOR RODENT PROOF 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.
OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER LOCATE ON THE SECOND FLOOR. MUST REPAINT OR 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 EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK DRAINING SLOW ON THE 2ND FLOOR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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 HEAVY ACCUMULATION OF DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTILATION VENTS THROUGHOUT FOOD PREPARATION AREAS LOCATED ON THE 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR OF BUSINESS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DIRT AND DUST BUILD UP INSIDE LIGHTSHIELD COVERS IN BOTH FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED A FEW MISSING CEILING TILES BY SYRUP MACHINE LOCATED ON THE FIRST FLOOR REAR PREP AREA AND SECOND FLOOR REAR PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR /REPLACE TILES. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR NEXT TO COOKING EQUIPMENT ON THE FIRST FLOOR KITCHEN PREP AREA. 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 19, 2025 · Original Source
Non-Inspection
Nov 13, 2025
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 13, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Aug 2, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
11 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
NO VERIFIED WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES ON SITE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. TWO AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW. MUST PROVIDE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 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 PREPARED, READY TO EAT TCS FOODS NOT PROPERLY DATE LABELED WITH EXPIRATION DATES AND OUTDATED. COOKED GROUND BEEF, COOKED BRISKET, COOKED MUSHROOMS WITH NO LABELS. CHIVE SOUR CREAM WITH A PREP DATE ONLY OF 7/26 AND CHIPOTLE AIOLI MAYONNAISE WITH A PREP DATE OF 7/21 BOTH EXCEEDING THE MAXIMUM OF 7 DAYS ALLOWED. ALL DISCARDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED TWO OPEN BUFFETS WITHOUT SNEEZE GUARDS OR COVERS FOR OPEN FOODS SUCH AS MINI BURGERS AND MINI HOT DOGS, GREEN SALADS, PIZZA, ALL FOR CUSTOMER SELF SERVICE. ONE BUFFET NOTED OUTDOORS ON AN OPEN OUTDOOR SEATING BALCONY.ALSO NOTED, DOZENS OF PRE-FILLED CUPS OF WATER FOR CUSTOMER CONSUMPTION BEING STORED ON AN OPEN COUNTER AT THE 2ND FLOOR BAR NOT PROTECTED FROM THE PUBLIC. MANAGEMENT REMOVED ALL FOODS AND BEVERAGES. REVIEWED PROPER FOOD PROTECTION FROM CONSUMERS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
NOTED EMPLOYEES PERSONAL BELONGINGS BEING STORED IN SEVERAL FOOD AND FOOD STORAGE AREAS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. MUST PROVIDE A DESIGNATED STORAGE AREA FOR EMPLOYEES BELONGINGS.
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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
NOTED SEVERAL DESIGNATED HAND WASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT BOTH BARS NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. SINKS OBSERVED WITH METAL STRAINERS INSIDE AND BEING USED AS DUMP SINKS. REVIEWED WITH MANAGEMENT THAT HAND WASHING SINKS MUST BE USED FOR HAND WASHING PURPOSES ONLY. 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.
ALL FOOD EXPEDITORS HANDLING FOODS AND FOOD PREPARERS MUST WEAR EFFECTIVE HAT/HAIR RESTRAINT/BEARD RESTRAINT.
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.
ALL PREP AREA WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE HELD IN A 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 MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY.
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 PROVIDE ACCESSIBLE WASTE RECEPTACLES AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS.
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.