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The full inspection history
5 inspections
Canvass
Mar 18, 2026
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE RIGHT HANDSINK IN THE MENS WASHROOM NOT STAYING ON THE REQUIRED MINIMUM TIME OF 20 SECONDS; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.
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.
FOUND NO LABEL ON STORAGE CONTAINER IN KITCHEN STORING RICE; INSTRUCTED TO 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.
OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR WITH A 1/2 INCH GAP IN THE LEFT CORNER; INSTRUCTED TO SEAL TO COMPLETELY RODENT PROOF DOOR AS REQUIRED. RECOMMENDED ADDING DOOR SWEEPS TO EXIT DOOR OF THE KITCHEN AS WELL.
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 CAN OPENER BLADE AT THE PREP TABLE IN NEED OF CLEANING; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN BLADE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED THE AREA UNDERNEATH THE GRILL IN THE KITCHEN IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN SAME.
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 NO SINK STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA AND BEHIND BARS. INSTRUCTED TO 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 UNUSED ITEMS STORED THE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FROM FACILITY 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 23, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Apr 14, 2025
No Entry
4 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
3-302.12: OBSERVED DRY INGREDIENT STORAGE CONTAINERS ON SITE NOT LABELED WITH THE COMMON FOOD NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS NOT IN THEIR ORIGINAL PACKAGING.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-307.11: OBSERVED THE HANDWASHING SINK AT THE BAR NEXT TO THE FOOD PREP AREA IN NEED OF A SPLASH GUARD ON THE RIGHT SIDE TO PROTECT SILVERWARE STORED ON TOP THE COOLER NEARBY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SPLASH GUARD OR RELOCATE SILVERWARE.
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.
4-903.11 (A;B;D): OBSERVED BOWLS, PLATES, STAINLESS STEEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT INVERTED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT AND MAINTAIN.
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.
6-501.114: OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN THE MOP SINK CLOSET FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STANDING WATER 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 14, 2025 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
Dec 13, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
3-302.12: OBSERVED DRY INGREDIENT STORAGE CONTAINERS ON SITE NOT LABELED WITH THE COMMON FOOD NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS NOT IN THEIR ORIGINAL PACKAGING.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-307.11: OBSERVED THE HANDWASHING SINK AT THE BAR NEXT TO THE FOOD PREP AREA IN NEED OF A SPLASH GUARD ON THE RIGHT SIDE TO PROTECT SILVERWARE STORED ON TOP THE COOLER NEARBY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SPLASH GUARD OR RELOCATE SILVERWARE.
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.
4-903.11 (A;B;D): OBSERVED BOWLS, PLATES, STAINLESS STEEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT INVERTED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT AND MAINTAIN.
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.
6-501.114: OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN THE MOP SINK CLOSET FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STANDING WATER 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, Dec 13, 2024 · Original Source
License
Nov 26, 2024
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON-SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010, NO 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 BLACK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE PANEL ABOVE THE ICE IN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE WITH ADEQUATE CHEMICALS AND MAINTAIN. ICE MACHINE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, NO 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.
OBSERVED PROBE STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE MISSING BATTERIES AND NOT ABLE TO TURN ON. MUST PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE PROBE STEM THERMOMETER FOR TAKING INTERNAL FOOD TEMPERATURES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005, NO 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 DRY INGREDIENT STORAGE CONTAINERS ON SITE NOT LABELED WITH THE COMMON FOOD NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS NOT IN THEIR ORIGINAL PACKAGING.
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 PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK MISSING THE IDPH LICENSE PROVIDING THE LICENSE NUMBER FOR PEST CONTROL COMPANY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK WITH RECORD OF VISITS AND A COPY OF SERVICE TICKET THAT SETS FORTH PEST CONTROL IDPH LICENSE NUMBER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020 (C), NO 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
OBSERVED THE HANDWASHING SINK AT THE BAR NEXT TO THE FOOD PREP AREA IN NEED OF A SPLASH GUARD ON THE RIGHT SIDE TO PROTECT SILVERWARE STORED ON TOP THE COOLER NEARBY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SPLASH GUARD OR RELOCATE SILVERWARE.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SANITIZER TEST STRIP KIT ON-SITE TO TEST CONCENTRATION OF SANITIZER IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND LOW TEMPERATURE DISHWASHER. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A TEST STRIP KIT ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TO MONITOR THE STRENGTH OF THE SANITIZER PROPERLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005, NO 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.
OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN THE MOP SINK CLOSET FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STANDING WATER 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 CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ONLY CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ARE REQURIED TO TAKE ALLERGEN COURSE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS 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.