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4 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jun 1, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-305.11 : MUST ELEVATE FOOD & PAPER SUPPLIES IN REAR AREA FROM FLOOR TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION AND STORE PROPERLY.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 1, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 16, 2026
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
5-204.11 : OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR RIGHT SIDE DISH WASHING/PREP AREA FOR HAND WASHING.MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK WITH HOT & COLD RUNNING WATER,SOAP& TOWELS AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-305.11 : MUST ELEVATE FOOD & PAPER SUPPLIES IN ALL PREP AREAS FROM FLOOR TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION AND STORE PROPERLY.
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.
6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING IN REAR LEFT SIDE PREP AREA OVER PAPER GOOD STORAGE 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
: 6-202.11 : MUST PROVIDE SHATTER PROOF BULBS OR LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR LEFT & RIGHT SIDE PREP AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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, Apr 16, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 9, 2026
Fail
16 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (CHICKEN,MILK,LEAFY SPINACH,BEEF,ETC) FOOD MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 11:23 A.M.MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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
OBSERVED FRONT PREP AREA HAND WASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE OBSERVED 2- BLENDER, SQUEEZE BOTTLES, CUPS AND SILVERWARE INSIDE OF SAID SINK. ARTICLES WERE REMOVED DURING INSPECTION.MUST KEEP ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES.(COS)(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
OBSERVED IMPROPER SANITIZING AT 0.0 PPM'S OF MULTI-USE UTENSILS (BLENDERS, CUTTING BOARDS,CUPS,SPOONS,ETC)AT FRONT 2- COMPARTMENT SINK BY FOOD HANDLER. INSTRUCTED TO SET UP 3- COMPARTMENT SINK PROPERLY IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-025)(COS)(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 LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE WITH COMMON NAME(SQUEEZE BOTTLES, SHAKERS,ETC)
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. 30 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS, VENTILATION DUCTING SYSTEM IN FRONT PREP AREA ,DINING AREA,REAR PREP AREAS AND DISH WASHING AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 4/9/26.(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
MUST ELEVATE FOOD & PAPER SUPPLIES IN ALL PREP AREAS FROM FLOOR TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION AND STORE PROPERLY.
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.
OBSERVED EMPLOYEES NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE HANDLING OPEN FOODS AND DRINKS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
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 NO LID FOR GARBAGE CAN IN UNISEX TOILET ROOM MUST PROVIDE 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 OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA WITH A MASSIVE AMOUNT OF FOOD DEBRIS & TRASH SCATTERED ON GROUND,A BLACK PLASTIC BAG OF TRASH & A BOX ON GROUND AROUND GARBAGE DUMPSTER MUST REMOVE ARTICLES, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
MUST GROUT FLOOR IN FRONT PREP AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASE IN FRONT PREP AREA AT SERVICE COUNTER,DAMAGED CEILING IN REAR LEFT SIDE PREP AREA OVER PAPER GOOD STORAGE 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
MUST PROVIDE SHATTER PROOF BULBS OR LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR LEFT & RIGHT SIDE PREP AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2616362 4/24/25 NOT CORRECTED-#58-: 2-102.13 :STILL OBSERVED EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER INSTRUCTED TO RENEW CERTIFICATION AND KEEP CERTIFICATE(S) ON SITE FOR REVIEW.(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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HEAVY LEAK AT SPRAYER FAUCET OF 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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, Apr 9, 2026 · Original Source
License
Apr 24, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER INSTRUCTED TO RENEW CERTIFICATION AND KEEP CERTIFICATE(S) ON SITE FOR REVIEW.
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.