SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
8 inspections
Canvass
Apr 24, 2026
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 35Food temperature
Official wording
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED
Inspector’s notes
FOUND TCS FOODS NOT PROPERLY BEING THAWED. TWO COMPARTMENTS OF THE 4 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH MEAT SITTING IN WATER. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY THAW UNDER COLD RUNNIN WATER, IN THE COOLER OR BY WAY OF THE MICROWAVE. MAINTAIN PROPER THAWING PROCESSES.
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.
WIPING CLOTHS NOT PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION (SANITIZER MUST BE AT THE REQUIRED PPM) WHEN NOT IN USE. MAINTAIN 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.
FOUND THE FLOORS IN THE CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND THE STORAGE RACKS WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
FOUND THE VENTILATION FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE, DIRT AND DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENTILATION FILTERS.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 24, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 3, 2025
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED A BLACK SUBSTANCE ON A PIPE AND THE TOP PART OF THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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.
3-302.12 OBSERVED SPICES, OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING, WITHOUT LABELS ON THE CONTAINER WITH THE PRODUCT NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL CONTAINERS.
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.
6-202.15 OBSERVED THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS OPENED WITHOUT SCREENING TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SCREENING ON THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR OR MAINTAIN THE DOOR CLOSED.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
4-603.15 OBSERVED FACILITY MUST PROVIDE A WRIITEN PROCEDURE ON WASHING RINSING AND SANITIZING CLEAN IN PLACE EQUIPMENT THAT IS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 3, 2025 · Original Source
Non-Inspection
Sep 26, 2025
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 26, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Aug 20, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
7 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE BLOCKED BY REACH-IN FREEZER AND FILLED WITH LARGE YELLOW RUBBER GLOVES, INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL ITEMS INSIDE AND AWAY FROM HAND WASHING. HAND WASHING SINK SHALL BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) 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.
OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
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 ACCUMULATED DIRT, GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, SHELVING UNITS, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO 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.
OBSERVED OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS AND WALL SURFACES NEAR HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, CREVICES IN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN ALL AREAS.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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 LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 20, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
May 2, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS UNDER AND AROUND ALL OF THE COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT ON THE FLOORS AND WALLS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.
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 LARGE WHITE CONTAINERS WITH WORN COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE COMMON NAME CLEAR AND EASY TO READ.
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 A BUILD UP OF DIRT, GREASE, FOOD DEBRIS AND FOOD SPLATTER OM THE LOWER SURFACES, SIDES AND LOWER SHELVING OF PREP TABLES AS WELL AS FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE OF THE REACH IN COOLERS BASE LEVEL AND OPENINGS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS TO AVOID POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ISSUES.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HEAVY ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILD UP ON THE HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM AND FILTERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS BEING PREPARED.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 2, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 7, 2023
Pass
10 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-305.11 : OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER MUST ELEVATE OFF OF 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.
3-304.14 : MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE AND NOT ON PREP TABLES.
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.
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM PREP TABLES,STORAGE SHELVES & RACKS,ROLLING CARTS,INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE,INTERIOR LEDGES OF WOK STATION,FREEZER AND COOLER,WINDOW SILL NEAR 3- COMP SINK,LOWER SHELVES OF ALL FISH TANKS.DEFROST ICE BUILD UP FROM CHEST FREEZERS.
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.
5-501.113(A) : OBSERVED BUCKETS BEING USED FOR GARBAGE CANS MUST PROVIDE PROPER GARBAGE CANS.
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.
3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE
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.
4-501.11 : MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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.
6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN GREASE ,DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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, Nov 7, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 2, 2023
Fail
12 recorded violations
notedCode 41Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
Inspector’s notes
3-304.14 : MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE AND NOT ON PREP TABLES.
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.
5-501.113(A) : OBSERVED BUCKETS BEING USED FOR GARBAGE CANS MUST PROVIDE PROPER GARBAGE CANS
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.
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT # 2584043 10/25/23 NOT CORRECTED.#49- 4-602.13 : OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN COOLERS AND PREP COOLERS DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN TO REMOVE FOOD AND DEBRIS. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.#55- 6-201.17 : OBSERVED THE ATTACHED PIPES BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE BUILD UP. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN THE AIR VENT ABOVE COOKING AREA TO REMOVE DUST.#55- 6-501.12 : FLOORS NEED CLEANING AROUND AND BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS. ALSO CLEAN THE WALLS AT THE SMOOTHIE STATION TO REMOVE FOOD SPLATTER.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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
3-305.11 : OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER MUST ELEVATE OFF OF 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.
4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE RUST FROM PREP TABLES & WALK IN COOLER SHELVES,FOIL FROM TOPSIDE OF STOVE AND CARDBOARD FROM SHELVING UNITS , PREP TABLES AND SOILED SIGNS AND CARDBOARD WRAPPED AROUND LEGS OF SAME,TORN BOOTH SEATS
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.
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM PREP TABLES,STORAGE SHELVES & RACKS,ROLLING CARTS,INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE,INTERIOR LEDGES OF WOK STATION,FREEZER AND COOLER,WINDOW SILL NEAR 3- COMP SINK,LOWER SHELVES OF ALL FISH TANKS.DEFROST ICE BUILD UP FROM CHEST FREEZERS.
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.
6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN GREASE,DIRT AND DUST BUILD UP FROM WALLS ,DOORS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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.
2-102.13 : OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 2, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 25, 2023
Fail
13 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 50 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER REAR STORAGE CABINET,GENERATOR,FRONT SERVICE COUNTER.ALSO APPX. 5-7 LIVE LARGE FLIES FLYING AROUND PREMISES. SEVERAL DEAD ROACHES IN SAME ABOVE AREAS. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS & DEAD ROACHES,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 10/25/23.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(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.
MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE AND NOT ON PREP TABLES.
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.
MUST CLEAN GREASE,DIRT AND DUST BUILD UP FROM WALLS ,DOORS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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 EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT # 2564539 9/29/22 NOT CORRECTED.#49- 4-602.13 : OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN COOLERS AND PREP COOLERS DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN TO REMOVE FOOD AND DEBRIS. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.#55- 6-201.17 : OBSERVED THE ATTACHED PIPES BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE BUILD UP. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN THE AIR VENT ABOVE COOKING AREA TO REMOVE DUST.#55- 6-501.12 : FLOORS NEED CLEANING AROUND AND BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS. ALSO CLEAN THE WALLS AT THE SMOOTHIE STATION TO REMOVE FOOD SPLATTER.#56- 4-202.18 : MUST CLEAN THE HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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 CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER MUST ELEVATE OFF OF 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.
MUST REMOVE RUST FROM PREP TABLES & WALK IN COOLER SHELVES,FOIL FROM TOPSIDE OF STOVE AND CARDBOARD FROM SHELVING UNITS , PREP TABLES AND SOILED SIGNS AND CARDBOARD WRAPPED AROUND LEGS OF SAME,TORN BOOTH SEATS.
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.
MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM PREP TABLES,STORAGE SHELVES & RACKS,ROLLING CARTS,INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE,INTERIOR LEDGES OF WOK STATION,FREEZER AND COOLER,WINDOW SILL NEAR 3- COMP SINK,LOWER SHELVES OF ALL FISH TANKS.DEFROST ICE BUILD UP FROM CHEST FREEZERS.
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 BUCKETS BEING USED FOR GARBAGE CANS MUST PROVIDE PROPER GARBAGE CANS.
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.