SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
7 inspections
Complaint
Jul 17, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS NEED CLEAN TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND SPILLS. ALSO KEEP FLOORS DRY AS POSSIBLE TO PREVENT BREEDING PLACE FOR PESTS.
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, Jul 17, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Feb 23, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH THE HAND SINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 23, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Nov 24, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT (CORRECTED ON SITE). INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS AT SINKS WHERE NEEDED.
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 24, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 5, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASE IN VESTIBULE,BROKEN CONCRETE FLOOR AT FRONT ENTRY WINDOW IN LOBBY.
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, May 5, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 25, 2025
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE NOR CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO VALID CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS(RICE,CHICKEN,BEANS,ETC)MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(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.
OBSERVED IMPROPER SANITIZING OF MULTI-USE UTENSILS AT 0.0 PPM'S BY A MALE FOOD HANDLER.OBSERVED MALE EMPLOYEE TAKE A SPOON TO 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND RINSE UNDER RUNNING WATER AND PLACED INTO A CONTAINER OF 7.8 LBS OF COOKED HONEY CHICKEN AND ANOTHER MALE DISH WASHER WAS SANITIZING AT 0.0 PPM'S AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK HE WAS WASHING AND RINSING UTENSILS AND NOT SANITIZING AND PLACING UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO SET UP SINK TO PROPERLY SANITIZING UTENSILS.(PRIORITY 7-38-025)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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 EVIDENCE OF APPX. 25 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS AND INSIDE OF FLOOR DRAIN IN UNISEX TOILET ROOM.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 4/25/25.(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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A PAN TURNED UPSIDE DOWN IN WALK IN COOLER TO STORE FOOD MUST PLACE FOOD ON ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS.
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 REPAIR OR REPLACE DOOR ON LOWER HOT HOLDING UNIT AT CALLING PREP STATION LINE TO BE TIGHT FITTING,MISSING INTERIOR ICE MACHINE PANEL.
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 FRYER CABINET AND WHEEL BASES OF EQUIPMENT.
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 REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASE IN VESTIBULE,BROKEN CONCRETE FLOOR AT FRONT ENTRY WINDOW IN LOBBY.
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
MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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.
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM ALL SHELVING UNITS UNDER HOT & COLD HOLDING LINE, FRYER CABINET,GRILL TABLES, PREP TABLES AT VEGETABLES.
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 REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILE AND GAP ALONG TRESHOLD OF REAR DOOR.
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.
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE NOR CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO VALID CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS(RICE,CHICKEN,BEANS,ETC)MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(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.
OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES BY FOOD HANDLERS OBSERVED FEMALE EMPLOYEE PUT HER PHONE IN REAR POCKET AND THEN REMOVED FOOD FROM REFRIGERATOR AND ANOTHER EMPLOYEE HAD ON PLASTIC GLOVES AND WALKING AROUND WITH A FOOD BOWL IN HIS HANDS WITH HIS FINGERS INSIDE OF BOWL ON HIS WAY TO PUT FOOD INSIDE ALSO A MALE EMPLOYEE PULLED OUT HIS PHONE WHILE MIXING RICE AND THEN PUT IT BACK INTO HIS PANTS POCKET ALL OF THEM DIDN'T WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION. MANAGER HAD EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS DURING INSPECTION.(PRIORITY 7-38-010)(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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT REAR HAND SINK.
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 REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING LOCKS ON ONE OF THE UNISEX TOILET ROOM DOOR FOR CUSTOMERS PRIVACY.
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 OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER LOCATED ALONG THE PATHWAY OF CARS AT REAR DOOR WITH SPILLED FOOD AMONGST THE ROCKS MUST CLEAN AREA AND STORE DUMPSTER IN CORRAL.
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 11, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Oct 6, 2023
Pass w/ Conditions
2 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO VALID CITY CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW OR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (CHICKEN,RICE,BEANS,ETC)MUST PROVIDE AND POST .(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.
OBSERVED THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR IN POOR REPAIR (WEATHER STRIPPING WORN). MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY POINT.
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.