OBSERVED THE LOWER SHELVING OF THE PREP TABLES IN THE REAR FOOD SERVICE AREA IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING FROM HEAVY GREASE AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
OBSERVED A HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE, DIRT, FOOD DEBRIS AND SPLATTER ON THE SIDES OF ALL THE COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE REAR FOOD SERVICE AREA IN NEED OF A DEATIL CLEANING OF HEAVY GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP UNDER AND AROUND ALL OF THE COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT AND SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
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
OBSERVED A VER HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP ON THE HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM AND FILTERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF THE FOOD CONTACT SURFACES BELOW.
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, May 13, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
May 4, 2026
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SOAP IN THE MENS TOILET ROOM AND OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISIONS IN THE MEN AND WOMEN TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED THEY MUST PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES FOR PROPER CLEANING AND DRYING OF HANDS AS A MEANS OF PROPER HAND WASHING. 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.
OBSERVED APPROX 40-50 RAT DROPPINGS LOCATED IN THE FURNACE ROOM BETWEEN THE FURNACE AND THE UTILITY SINK AND THE AREA BY THE DOOR WHERE THE TIRES ARE STORED. OBSERVED APPROX 8-10 RAT DROPPINGS BEHIND THE LARGE CHEST FREEZER IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA...OBSERVED APPROX 30-40 DROPPINGS IN THE FRONT SERVICE AREA UNDER THE COUNTER FAR RIGHT SIDE AT THE END WHERE THE UTENSIL AREA STORED. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL AND HAVE SERVICE PROVIDED BY THE NEXT INSPECTION DATE OF 05/11/2026 WITH PROOF OF SERVICE ON SITE...INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS OF OBSERVED PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B) 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 THE OVER HEAD SHELVING IN THE REAR WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
OBSERVED THE WALLS, FLOOR AND SHELVING INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLING UNIT IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING OF A BUILD OF DUST ON THE WALLS...RUST ON THE SHELVING UNITS AND A BUILD OF DIRT AND DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE REAR FOOD SERVICE AREA IN NEED OF A DEATIL CLEANING OF HEAVY GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP UNDER AND AROUND ALL OF THE COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT AND SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
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
OBSERVED A VER HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP ON THE HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM AND FILTERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF THE FOOD CONTACT SURFACES BELOW.
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.
OBSERVED A OPENING AROUND THE PIPE OF THE FURNACE AND A HOLE AT THE LOWER WALL ACROSS FROM THE UNIT WHERE PIPE GOES INTO THE GROUND. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL HOLES AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ENTRY AND ACTIVITY.
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 THE UPPER AND LOWER SHELVING IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA WITH A HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE, DUST AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL SHELVING AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOOD CONTACT ITEMS.
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 CORNER OF WALL NEAR THE SODA MACHINE BROKEN AND EXPOSING INSIDE WALL EDGE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF MAKING AREA EASY TO 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.
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATION ON SITE FOR EMPLOYEE COOKING AND PREPPING IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE ON SITE.
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 A OPENING AROUND THE PIPE OF THE FURNACE AND A HOLE AT THE LOWER WALL ACROSS FROM THE UNIT WHERE PIPE GOES INTO THE GROUND. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL HOLES AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ENTRY AND ACTIVITY.
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 THE UPPER AND LOWER SHELVING IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA WITH A HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE, DUST AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL SHELVING AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOOD CONTACT ITEMS.
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 HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD SPILLAGE ON THE SIDES OF ALL THE COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR FOOD PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA WITH A LEAK AT THE BASE OF THE DRAIN PIPE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.
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 BADLY STAINED AND SINKING IN CEILING COVERINGS AT THE END OF THE FRONT SERVING LINE JUST IN FRONT OF THE SMALL TELEVISION AT THE A/C VENT UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE 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.
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATION ON SITE FOR EMPLOYEE COOKING AND PREPPING IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE ON SITE.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 27, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 18, 2025
Fail
12 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED A PERSON IN CHARGE WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON PREMISES DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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 PERSON IN CHARGE WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, CHICKEN, BEEF, LANB AND MORE. INSTRUCTED A PERSON IN CHARGE WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON PREMISES DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. MANAGER DID ARRIVE ON SITE AT 10:52 AM. 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISIONS IN BOTH MEN AND WOMNEN TOILET ROOM AT START OF THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED THAT HAND DRYING PROVISIONS MUST BE PROVIDED AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER DID PROVIDE WHEN HE ARRIVED. 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.
OBSERVED A OPENING AROUND THE PIPE OF THE FURNACE AND A HOLE AT THE LOWER WALL ACROSS FROM THE UNIT WHERE PIPE GOES INTO THE GROUND. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL HOLES AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ENTRY AND ACTIVITY.
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
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS IN BOXES ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK IN COOLING UNIT. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL ITEMS MUST BE ELEVATED SIX INCHES OR MORE FROM THE FLOOR ON PROPER SHELVING AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS.
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 THE UPPER AND LOWER SHELVING IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA WITH A HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE, DUST AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL SHELVING AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOOD CONTACT ITEMS.
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 HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD SPILLAGE ON THE SIDES OF ALL THE COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR FOOD PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA WITH A LEAK AT THE BASE OF THE DRAIN PIPE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.
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 CORNER OF WALL NEAR THE SODA MACHINE BROKEN AND EXPOSING INSIDE WALL EDGE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF MAKING AREA EASY TO 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.
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATION ON SITE FOR EMPLOYEE COOKING AND PREPPING IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE ON SITE.
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 CONTINUED NO COMPLIANCE OF CORE VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION #2597903 DATED 07/23/24 WITHA CORRECT BY DATE OF 10/23/24 VIOLATION #51 5-205.15 OBSERVED PIPE OF THE THE FAN COOLING UNIT IN THE WALK IN COOLER WITH A LEAK AT THE BEND OF THE PIPE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PRODUCT FROM AREA TO AVOID POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF THE PRODUCT BELOW, TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER. VIOLATION# 5-501.17 OBSERVED MISSING LID FOR TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMENS RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. STILL NOT CORRECTED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 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, Mar 18, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 23, 2024
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE SHELVING OF THE WALK IN COOLER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND THICK DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL SHELVING.
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 PIPE OF THE THE FAN COOLING UNIT IN THE WALK IN COOLER WITH A LEAK AT THE BEND OF THE PIPE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PRODUCT FROM AREA TO AVOID POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF THE PRODUCT BELOW, TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.
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 MISSING LID FOR TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMENS RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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 BROKEN AND MISSING WALL TILES STARTING AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE OF THE FACILITY ALONG THE WALL COVING AND THE WALL UNDER THE WINDOWS ACROSS FROM FRONT SERVICE LINE. OBSERVED BLACK BAG HANGING OVER THE HOT FOOD LINE (STATED THE COVERING IS THERE) INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE BAG, REPLACE COVERING IF NEEDED.
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
OBSERVED MISSING LIGHTS AT THE START OF THE FOOD SERVICE LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR REPAIR AS NEEDED.
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.