Canvass
Jul 1, 2026
8 recorded violations
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE PIC HAS NO CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE (CFM). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL PICs OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID CHICAGO CFMS CERTIFICATE. CITATION WRITTEN ON VIOLATION #2.
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.
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CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
FOUND NO CHICAGO CFM ON SITE WHEN PREPARING/SERVING TCS FOODS (I.E CHICKEN, EGGS, MAC N CHEESE, ETC.). INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE A CFM ON SITE WHEN PREPARING/SERVING TCS FOODS. 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.
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HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED
Inspector’s notes
POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES: FOUND FOOD HANDLERS PUTTING ON HAIR NETS, GLOVES AND NOT WASHING THEIR HANDS. INSTRUCTED PIC TO ENFORCE PROPER HAND WASHING AND MAINTAIN GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES. 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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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE REAR DOOR IN THE PREP AREA WITH 1/4" GAP UNDERNEATH. ALSO, THE SIDE DRIVE THRU IS COMPLETELY OPENED AND IS NOT RODENT/INSECT PROOFED. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT/INSECT PROOF BOTH DOORS IN BOTH AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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
FOUND EMPLOYEES PUTTING ON GLOVES AND NOT WASHING THEIR HANDS. ALSO, FOUND AN EMPLOYEE WEARING GLOVES AND TOUCHING HER PHONE. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY PUT ON GLOVES AFTER WASHING HANDS AND TO CHANGE GLOVES WHEN CONTAMINATING THEM. MAINTAIN PROPER USE OF GLOVES.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE RUBBER GASKET AT THE BOTTOM OF THE COOLER THAT'S IN FRONT OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT HANGING. INSTRUCTED TO REATTACH GASKET 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.
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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
FOUND WATER DRIPPING FROM THE RIGHT LOWER SIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO FIND THE SOURCE OF THE LEAK AND FIX IT. MAINTAIN SAME.
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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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
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FOUND THE FLOOR DRAINS UNDER THE ICE MACHINES AND 4-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH DIRT AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS.
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, Jul 1, 2026 · Original Source