ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
8 inspections
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jul 6, 2026
Pass
6 recorded violations
notedCode 43Equipment and utensils
Official wording
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
Inspector’s notes
3-304.12 OBSERVED STYROFOAM CUP AND BOWL USED AS DISPENSING UTENSILS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE LONG HANDLE DISPENSING UTENSILS TO PROTECT FOOD FROM CONTAMINATION. OBSERVED ICE SCOOP HANDLE LAYING ON ICE INSIDE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP HANDLE UPRIGHT TO PREVENT 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.
4-903.11 (A;B;D): OBSERVED LARGE MULTI-USE POTS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RE-WASH, RINSE, SANITIZE ALL MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT AND ELEVATE ALL MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS OFF FLOOR.
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.
4-501.11 OBSERVED DAMAGED DOOR GASKETS ON LIQUOR WALK-IN COOLER DOOR AND REACH-IN COOLER ALONG EAST WALL IN SALES AREA. OBSERVED ICE BUILDUP IN CHEST FREEZERS IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
4-603.15 OBSERVED SEVERAL LARGE POTS, CONTAINERS AND EQUIPMENT TOO LARGE TO SUBMERGE IN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ALTERNATIVE METHOD TO PROPERLY, WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE ALL LARGE EQUIPMENT.
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.
6-501.11 OBSERVED MISSING GROUT ON FLOOR TILES AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR IN KITCHEN. OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE ALL MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR AND CEILING TILES.
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.
2-102.13 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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, Jul 6, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Jun 25, 2026
Fail
21 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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 CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN COOKED BEEF (173.5F) PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
OBSERVED OPEN CUP OF COFFEE ON PREP TABLE IN MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLOSED LID CONTAINERS FOR EMPLOYEE BEVERAGES.
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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNS AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN STAFF AND CUSTOMER WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNS AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.
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 UNCOVERED RAW BEEF STORED ABOVE UNCOVERED COOKED PORK IN WALK-IN COOLER, UNCOVERED RAW FISH STORED NEXT TO UNCOVERED COOKED VEGETABLES IN REACH-IN COOLER. FOOD SHALL BE SEPARATED AND PROTECTED FROM CROSS CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED BULK SEASONINGS NOT LABELED IN MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.
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 INSECT CONTROL DEVICES HANGING FROM CEILING MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL INSECT CONTROL DEVICES FROM MEAT PREP AREA.
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 STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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 SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES IN HOT FOOD AND MEAT PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLTUION BETWEEN USES.
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 STYROFOAM CUP AND BOWL USED AS DISPENSING UTENSILS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE LONG HANDLE DISPENSING UTENSILS TO PROTECT FOOD FROM CONTAMINATION. OBSERVED ICE SCOOP HANDLE LAYING ON ICE INSIDE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP HANDLE UPRIGHT TO PREVENT 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 LARGE MULTI-USE POTS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RE-WASH, RINSE, SANITIZE ALL MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT AND ELEVATE ALL MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS OFF FLOOR.
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 ARTICLES STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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 RUST DEPOSITS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE. OBSERVED DAMAGED DOOR GASKETS ON LIQUOR WALK-IN COOLER DOOR AND REACH-IN COOLER ALONG EAST WALL IN SALES AREA. OBSERVED ICE BUILDUP IN CHEST FREEZERS IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SEVERAL LARGE POTS, CONTAINERS AND EQUIPMENT TOO LARGE TO SUBMERGE IN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ALTERNATIVE METHOD TO PROPERLY, WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE ALL LARGE EQUIPMENT.
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 LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE AT HANDWASHING SINK IN SECOND FLOOR STAFF WASHROOM AND AT RIGHT HANDWASHING SINK OUTSIDE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO 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 NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN AND UNISEX STAFF WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN ALL WOMEN AND UNISEX STAFF WASHROOMS.
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 MISSING LIDS ON OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE ALL MISSING LIDS ON DUMPSTER. OUTSIDE GARBAGED DUMPSTER SHALL BE COVERED WITH TIGHT-FITTING LIDS. 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.
OBSERVED MISSING GROUT ON FLOOR TILES AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR IN KITCHEN. OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE ALL MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR AND CEILING TILES.
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 VENTILATION FAN NOT OPERABLE IN SECOND FLOOR STAFF WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR VENTILATION FAN 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.
OBSERVED SOME EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. ALL EMPLOYEES HANDLING FOOD AND/OR EQUIPMENT MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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 NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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, Jun 25, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 16, 2026
Pass
12 recorded violations
notedCode 6Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED OPEN DRINKS STORED ON PREP TABLE IN REAR KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLOSED LID CONTAINERS FOR EMPLOYEE BEVERAGES.
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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNS AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN STAFF AND CUSTOMER WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNS AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.
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 BULK SEASONINGS NOT LABELED IN MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.
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 INSECT CONTROL DEVICES HANGING FROM CEILING MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL INSECT CONTROL DEVICES FROM MEAT PREP AREA.
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 STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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 STYROFOAM CUP AND BOWL USED AS DISPENSING UTENSILS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE LONG HANDLE DISPENSING UTENSILS TO PROTECT FOOD FROM CONTAMINATION. OBSERVED ICE SCOOP HANDLE LAYING ON ICE INSIDE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP HANDLE UPRIGHT TO PREVENT 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 RUST DEPOSITS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE. OBSERVED DAMAGED DOOR GASKETS ON LIQUOR WALK-IN COOLER DOOR AND REACH-IN COOLER ALONG EAST WALL IN SALES AREA. OBSERVED ICE BUILDUP IN CHEST FREEZERS IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SEVERAL LARGE POTS, CONTAINERS AND EQUIPMENT TOO LARGE TO SUBMERGE IN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ALTERNATIVE METHOD TO PROPERLY, WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE ALL LARGE EQUIPMENT.
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 STRIPPED FAUCET HANDLE ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO 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 NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN AND UNISEX STAFF WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN ALL WOMEN AND UNISEX STAFF WASHROOMS.
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 MISSING GROUT ON FLOOR TILES AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR IN KITCHEN. OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE ALL MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR AND CEILING TILES.
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 VENTILATION FAN NOT OPERABLE IN SECOND FLOOR STAFF WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR VENTILATION FAN 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
Oct 29, 2025
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED OPENING AT THE FRONT DOORS IN THE CORNERS. MUST SEAL TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS.
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 FRONT DISPLAY FREEZER WITH ICE BUILD UP. MUST DEFROST AND CLEAN.
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.
FLOORS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER NEEDS CLEANING TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FRONT FILTER ABOVE THE FRY IS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN THE REMOVE 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.
OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WITHOUT HER ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ONSITE AS REQUIRED.
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, Oct 29, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Dec 2, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 2, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Nov 25, 2024
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURES IN THE FRONT DISPLAY COLD HOLDING UNIT, SUCH AS 10LBS OF BEEF AT 50.2F 10LBS OF CHICKEN AT 49.8F. THE MANAGER DISCARDED AND DENATURED A TOTAL OF 20 LBS AT $200. ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS PREPPING FOOD WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR 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.
OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
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 DUMPSTER WITH MISSING LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT, REPLACE, AND MAINTAIN TO ENSURE TIGHT-FITTING LIDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 25, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 20, 2023
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
5-205.15: LEAK AT PIPE UNDERNEATH PREP SINK IN BAR AREA. INSTD TO 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.
2-102.13: ALL FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS ARE EXPIRED. INSTD TO PROVIDE VALID FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-307.11: MISSING SPLASHGUARD INBETWEEN HANDWASH AND PREP SINK IN BAR AREA. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
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.
6-201.11 LARGE SECTION OF MISSING TILES ON FLOOR IN MEAT/DELI AREA. INSTD TO REPAIR SO AS SURFACE TO BE EVEN, SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE 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 20, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass
Nov 13, 2023
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 25Food temperature
Official wording
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
Inspector’s notes
MISSING DISCLOSURE FOR CONSUMER ADVISORY ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE ON THE MENU WHICH FOODS (EGGS, STEAK, OYSTERS, CEVICHE) ARE RAW AND/OR CAN BE ORDERED UNDER COOKED/COOKED TO ORDER WITH AN ASTERISK NEXT TO THOSE SPECIFIC ITEMS; AND THEN BY ASTERISKING THEM TO A FOOTNOTE THAT STATES "THESE ITEMS ARE SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED". PROVIDE THIS FOOTNOTE ABOVE THE REMINDER STATEMENT SUCH AS "Consuming raw or undercooked MEATS, POULTRY, seafood, shellfish, or EGGS may increase your RISK of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions" PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
CLEAN MULTI USE PLATES AND BOWLS NOT BEING AIR DRIED AS REQUIRED. OBSERVED WATER ACCUMULATION ON PLATES AND BOWLS ON STORAGE SHELF. INSTD TO STORE SUCH MULTI USE EQUIPMENT IN A SELF-DRAINING POSITION THAT ALLOWS AIR DRYING.
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.
LARGE SECTION OF MISSING TILES ON FLOOR IN MEAT/DELI AREA. INSTD TO REPAIR SO AS SURFACE TO BE EVEN, SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE 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 HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
ALL HANDWASH SINKS THROUGH OUT MISSING HANDWASH SIGNAGE. INSTD TO PROVIDE HANDWASH SIGNAGE 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
MISSING SPLASHGUARD INBETWEEN HANDWASH AND PREP SINK IN BAR AREA. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
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.
LEAK AT PIPE UNDERNEATH PREP SINK IN BAR AREA. INSTD TO 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.
ALL FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS ARE EXPIRED. INSTD TO PROVIDE VALID FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL 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.