4-101.11(B, C, D, E)-- MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD BOXES AS FOOD CONTAINERS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST BE WASHABLE CONTAINERS.
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.
: 6-201.11--- FLOORS UNDER THE DEEP FRYERS AND ALSO IN THE WALK-IN COOLER WITH DIRT, WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.---- WALLS AT THE BACKSPLASH WALL AT THE GLASS WINDOW WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.----WALL MOUNTED RAW WOOD BRACE FOR PLUMBING MUST BE PAINTED/SEALED AND NON ABSORBENT. : 6-501.114--- ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS STORED THROUGHOUT THE REAR HALLWAY STORAGE MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES AND ALL OTHER ITEMS STORED ELEVATED AND ORGANIZED.
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, Mar 10, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 26, 2026
Fail
14 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
THE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING THE INSPECTION DOES NOT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE. 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
NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING THE INSPECTION WHILE TCS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGER WAS TELEPHONED BY EMPLOYEE ON SITE AND ARRIVE APPROXIMATELY 50 MINUTES LATER. 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.
NOTED TWO EMPLOYEES EATING IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED ALL FOODS MUST BE CONSUMED IN THE DINING AREA.
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.
PLASTIC ICE SHOOT ON THE ICE/SODA DISPENSING SYSTEM IN THE DINING ROOM DIRTY. 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.
NOTED BULK FLOUR CONTAINER NOT LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME. MUST PROPERLY LABEL.
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.
PREP AREA WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE HELD IN A CONTAINERS WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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 CARDBOARD BOXES AS FOOD CONTAINERS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST BE WASHABLE CONTAINERS.
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.
BULK FOOD CONTAINERS NOTED DIRTY. 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.
BOTH TOILETS IN BOTH WASHROOMS NOTED DIRTY WITH FECES. 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.
ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS STORED THROUGHOUT THE REAR HALLWAY STORAGE MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES AND ALL OTHER ITEMS STORED ELEVATED AND ORGANIZED.
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
NOTED EMPLOYEES PERSONAL BELONGINGS BEING STORED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE A DESIGNATED STORAGE AREA IN A NON-FOOD CONTACT 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.
NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 3-25-25 REPORT #2614483 NOT CORRECTED.#47- OBSERVED PREP TABLE COVERED WITH A TORN PLASTIC PROTECTIVE LAYER BELOW THE GRILL NEXT TO FRYERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.#49-- OBSERVED THE TOP OF THE FRYER UPPER COMPARTMENTS AND THE SIDES OF ALL FRYERS/DOORS TO BE HEAVILY COVERED IN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT FREE OF EXCESSIVE BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.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.
OBSERVED PREP TABLE COVERED WITH A TORN PLASTIC PROTECTIVE LAYER BELOW THE GRILL NEXT TO FRYERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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.
4-601.11(C) - OBSERVED THE TOP OF THE FRYER UPPER COMPARTMENTS AND THE SIDES OF ALL FRYERS/DOORS TO BE HEAVILY COVERED IN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT FREE OF EXCESSIVE BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.
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, Mar 25, 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
THE PERSON IN CHARGE AT THIS TIME DOES NOT HAVE CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORIY 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 CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHEN TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS CHICKEN NUGGETS, CHICKEN SANDWICHES, POTATO SALAD, MAC N CHEESES ETC. INSTRCUED ABOVE THAT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER HAS TO BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES FOOD IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED. MUST PROVIDE CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING HOURS OF OPERATION.
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.
NO THERMOMETER PRESENT IN 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER AT FRONT PREP AREA NEAR FRYERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A THERMOMETER TO MEASURE INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
OBSERVED NO MAINTAINED PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK CONTAINING RECENT SERVICE REPORTS OR THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY'S ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH LICENSE NUMBER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A MAINTAINED PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK CONTAINING ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION AS SPECIFIED IN THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF CHICAGO. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-020(c). 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 MULTIPLE FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREAS TO BE WORKING WITHOUGH EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS WHEN WORKING AND IN FOOD HANDLING AREAS.
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.
OBSERVED UTENSILS, TONGS, KNIVES STORED IN STAGNANT WATER AT THE FRONT PREP AREA NEAR HOT HOLDING IN BETWEEN USE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO APPROPRIATELY STORE ALL UTENSILS IN A CLEAN AND PROTECTED AREA IF NOT UNDER RUNNING WATER.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS STORED WITH FOOD CONTACT SURFACES EXPOSED AT THE FRONT PREP AREA AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT OR PROTECT ALL SINGLE SERVICE FOOD CONTACT SURFACES FROM POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CONTAMINATION.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
OBSERVED PREP TABLE COVERED WITH A TORN PLASTIC PROTECTIVE LAYER BELOW THE GRILL NEXT TO FRYERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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 TOP OF THE FRYER UPPER COMPARTMENTS AND THE SIDES OF ALL FRYERS/DOORS TO BE HEAVILY COVERED IN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT FREE OF EXCESSIVE BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.
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 HOT WATER HANDLE OF THE FRONT HAND SINK NEAR REGISTER TO BE LEAKING FROM HANDLE/BACK OF SPOUT WHEN HOT WATER IS TURNED ON. OBSERVED HAND SINK NEAR ENTRANCE TO KITCHEN TO BE LEAKING HOT WATER FROM SPOUT EVEN WHEN HANDLE IS TURNED OFF FULLY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
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 FLOORS BEHIND AND BELOW THE FRYERS AND GRILL PREP AREA TO BE HEAVILY COVERED IN BUILD UP GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS; OBSERVED HEAVY FOOD DEBRIS BELOW THE COOLERS IN FRONT PREP AND REAR PREP TABLES; OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF SPILLAGE AND GREASE BELOW RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL AREAS AND MAINTAIN FREE OF HEAVY GREASE, FOOD DEBRIS, AND SPILLAGE BUILD UP.
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 EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEMS STORED THROUGHOUT FOOD PREP AREAS ON SHELVES, ON FOOD BOXES, AND ON RACKS WITH SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS STORED. INSTUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEM AREA AND ENSURE ALL ITEMS ARE STORED IN SAID AREA.
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, Mar 18, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 10, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING AND BROKEN FLOOR TILES AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR. MUST REPAIR 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, Apr 10, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 1, 2024
Fail
11 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
THE PERSON IN CHARGE AT THIS TIME DOES NOT HAVE CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORIY 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 CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE NOR CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFOCATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS CHICKEN NUGGETS, CHICKEN SANDWICHES, POTATO SALAD, MAC N CHEESES ETC. INSTRCUED ABOVE THAT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER HAS TO BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES FOD IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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 WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND PREP TABLES. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN 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.
NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN.
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 PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2578147 ON 06/30/22023. #55.MUST INSTALL A SMOOTH CLEANABLE CEILING ABOVE THE ENTRANCE TO THE WALK-IN COOLER AND SEAL OPENING ABOVE THE WALK-IN COOLER.BROKEN/MISSING BASEBOARD COVING AT THE UTILITY SERVICE SINK MUST BE REPLACED. MOLDY, DAMAGED WALL CAULKING AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPLACE. WATER DAMAGED AND RUSTY CEILING TILES/METAL TILE FRAME MUST BE REPLACE. 55.ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS STORED THROUGHOUT THE REAR COMMON SHARED HALLWAY TO THE OUTSIDE WASTE RECEPTACLES MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING AND ALL NEEDED ITEMS MUST BE STORED ELEVATED AND ORGANIZED. 55. CEILING VENT COVERS IN BOTH WASHROOMS NOTED WITH EXCESSIVE DUST. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT THE FRONT HAND WASHING SINK NEXT TO COOKING EQUIPMENT INFRONT FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH HAND DRYING PROVISIONS AT ALL TIMES. MANAGEMENT PROVIDED HAND DRYING PROVISION DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-30-030(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 NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON PREMISES TO MONITOR FOOD TEMPERATURES. MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN PROPER THERMOMETER. PRIORITY FOUNDTION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
OBSERVED BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.
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 EMPLOYEES IN KITCHEN FOOD PREPARATION AREA NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS WHEN FOOD IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES FOOD IS PREPAED AND SERVED.
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.
OBSERVED MISSING AND BROKEN FLOOR TILES AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR. MUST REPAIR 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MECHANICAL REFRIGERATION INSIDE WOMEN'S WASHROOM NOT WORKING. MUST REPAIR 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.