Complaint Re-Inspection
Sep 22, 2026
11 recorded violations
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
5-204.11 OBSERVED A PREP TABLE AND STAND MIXER IN A BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA WITHOUT AN EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE THE MIXER AND FOOD PREP TABLE INTO THE ADJACENT FOOD PREP AREA OR INSTALL AN EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THIS AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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.
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FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
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3-602.11 OBSERVED SPICES AND SAUCES STORED OUTSIDE OF THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER WITH NO LABEL. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL SPICE CONTAINERS.
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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsOfficial wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
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6-501.112 OBSERVED MULTIPLE DEAD COCKROACHES ON THE FOOD PREP TABLES AND STORAGE COUNTERS, ON THE FLOOR AND WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL DEAD COCKROACHES THROUGHOUT.
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.
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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-305.12 OBSERVED SPICES AND PREP TABLES STORED BENEATH WASTE WATER LINES IN THE BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO MOVE THE PREP TABLES BENEATH THE WASTE WATE LINES OR PROPERLY SHIELD THE WASTE WATER LINES TO INTERCEPT POTENTIAL DRIPS.
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.
More about food not protected from contaminationOfficial wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-602.13 CLEAN THE BUILDUP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE OF THE OVENS. CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS, PREP TABLES OF BASEMENT AND 1ST FLOOR PREP AREAS, GRILL AND CONTAINER OF OIL COOKING ON THE 1-BURNER STOVETOP, DRY STORAGE SHELVES, PIPES BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND GREASE TRAP IN THE DISHWASHING 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.
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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT 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.
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GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
Inspector’s notes
5-501.115 MUST MAINTAIN THE AREA AROUND THE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS CLEAN.
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.
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.11 SEAL ALL GAPS AND OPENINGS IN THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP, DISHWASHING AND STORAGE AREAS. REGROUT THE BASEBOARD TILES UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DISHWASHING 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.
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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-501.14 CLEAN THE EXHAUST FANS IN THE WASHROOMS WIH CAKED ON DUST AND DEBRIS.
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.
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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
2-102.13 NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES WERE PROVIDED FOR CURRENT FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial wording
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2642765 ON 9/15/26 WERE NOT CORRECTED: 25 - OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOOD ITEMS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE OR DESCRIBE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS TO THE REMINDER STATEMENT WITH AN ASTERISK OR OTHER MEANS. 38 - OBSERVED OVER 20 LIVE COCKROACHES ON THE FLOOR, WALLS, DRY STORAGE SHELVES, CRAWLING ON BOXES OF OPEN POTATOES AND ON THE SHEET TRAY WITH DOUGH BALLS ON THEM, INSIDE OF THE DOOR OF THE 1-DOOR PREP COOLER, ON TOP OF THE PREP COOLER, AND INSIDE OF THE ELECTRICAL CABINET NEAR THE BASEMENT STAIRCASE AND EXIT DOOR. ALSO OBSERVED APPROX. 25 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE STORAGE AREA AND BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA NEXT TO THE WALK-IN COOLER. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 22, 2026 · Original Source