Canvass
Jan 28, 2026
9 recorded violations
Official wording
HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES BY FOOD HANDLER OBSERVED FEMALE EMPLOYEE WITH PLASTIC GLOVES ON SCRATCHING HER BACK AND A SMALL PAN IN THE OTHER HAND,PLACED ON DISH SHELF,OPENED WALK IN FREEZER DOOR AND BOUGHT OUT A FROZEN BAG OF SOUP PLACED IN HOT HOLDING UNIT,WENT TO LINE AND PREPARED TWO SANDWICHES WITHOUT REMOVING GLOVES AND WASHING HANDS.MUST WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION (COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-010)(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.
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ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
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OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE OBSERVED A LARGE PLASTIC CONTAINER ON LEDGE OF SAID SINK AND ICE CUBES INSIDE OF SAME MANAGER REMOVED ARTICLES FROM SAID SINK. MUST KEEP ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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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PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
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OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 30- 7 OZ. MILK AT 46.0F INSIDE OF FRONT PREP COOLER. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. APPX. 1.64 GALLONS.$75.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
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PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
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OBSERVED FRONT MILK PREP COOLER AT 46.3F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE. A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON UNIT.ONCE UNIT IS REPAIRED EMAIL:FOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
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OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT PATIO DOOR MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT INSECT ENTRY.
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.
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GLOVES USED PROPERLY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER USAGE OF PLASTIC GLOVES BY EMPLOYEE.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
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MUST CLEAN UNDERSIDES OF COUNTER TOP EQUIPMENT,WHEEL BASES OF FRYERS,UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN EMPLOYEE BREAK ROOM.
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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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
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MUST REPLACE MISSING LIDS ON GARBAGE CANS IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM STALLS.
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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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
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MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 28, 2026 · Original Source