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The full inspection history
6 inspections
Canvass
Jun 12, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE ICE BIN INTERIOR IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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 IN DISH AREA 3 COMPARMENT SINK MIDDLE BASIN LEAKING FROM DRAINING PIPE, INSTRUCTED 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.
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR & DRAINS UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES IN FRON AND REAR PREP, DRY FOOD & PAPER STORAGE AREA AND BAR.
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, Jun 12, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 9, 2025
Pass
7 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE UNISEX CUSTOMERS/EMPLOYEES WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE 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.
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
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
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND WALK-IN FREEZER. MUST ELEVATE ITEMS 6INCHED OFF FLOOR 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.
OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA AND FRONT BAR AREA. MUST PROPERLY STORED 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.
OBSERVED DIRT AND GREASE BUILD UP INSIDE LIGHT SHIELDS COVER ABOVE PREP TABLES IN REAR MAIN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED HEAVY ACCUMULATION OF DUST AND DIRT INSIDE VENTILATION VENTS ABOVE PREP TABLES FOOD STORAGE SHELVING IN MAIN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED A FEW DAMAGED BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF LOW TEMPERATURE DISHWASHING MACHINE IN REAR DISHWASHER AREA. MUST REPAIR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. OBSERVED DIRT AND GREASE UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND WALLS IN REAR KITHEN FOOD PREP AREA. 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.
PREP AREA 2-DOOR LOW BOY COOLER RIGHT SIDE DOOR RUBBER GASKET RIPPED. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR RUBBER GASKET.
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, Oct 8, 2024 · Original Source
License
Oct 8, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 8, 2024 · Original Source
License
Jun 18, 2024
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP BETWEEN FRONT ENTRANCE DOUBLE DOORS. MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOORS.
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.
NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLES IN UNISEX WASHROOMS. MUST 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.