License
Dec 1, 2025
4 recorded violations
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN OR POSTER NEAR HAND WASHING SINK IN THE BASEMENT CAFE AREA. 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.
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF ICE BUILD UP INSIDE UPRIGHT TALL REFRIGERATOR IN REAR PREPARATION 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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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK DRAINING SLOW IN THE GIRL'S AD BOY'S LOCKER ROOMS LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. MUST 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.
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GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
Inspector’s notes
FACILITY DOES NOT HAVE A COMMERCIAL DUMPSTER FOR REFUSE REMOVAL. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A COMMERCIAL GARBAGE DUMPSTER WITH A LICENSE DISPOSAL SERVICE COMPANY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B).
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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 1, 2025 · Original Source