OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP SCRATHES AND STAINS IN THE REAR PREP AREA ON THE OTHER SIDE OF STEAM TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR RESURFACE CUTTING BOARDS 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 LOW WATER PRESSURE FOR THE HOT WATER IN THE WOMENS CUSTOMER RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED 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.
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND POOLS OF WATER FROM FLOORS UNDERNEATH COOKING AND COOLING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR PREP AREA 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 PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2619273 DATED 6/17/2025; VIOLATION #58 (2-102.13) "OBSERVED EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE UP TO DATE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS." INSTRUCTED TO RENEW ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CITY OF CHICAGO MANAGERS AND KEEP CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW. PRIORTIY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 8, 2025 · Original Source
License
Oct 8, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 8, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 17, 2025
Pass
6 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BACK DOOR CRACKED OPEN AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP ALL DOORS CLOSED AND TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DICED TOMATOES STORED DIRECTLY IN CONTACT WITH ICE INSIDE OF PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT NOT TO STORE FOOD ITEMS IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH ICE.
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 EXCESSIVE BUILD UP OF FOOD RESIDUE IN ALL REACH-IN COOLERS, AND DUST ACCUMULATION ON THE FAN GUARDS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FAN GUARDS AND IN BETWEEN GASKETS AND INTERIORS OF ALL REACH-IN COOLERS.
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 INSUFFICIENT LIGHTING IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.
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.
OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR FOOD EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO RENEW AND PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES THAT ARE NOT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.
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 EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE UP TO DATE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN RUBBER GASKET AROUND 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN THE KITCHEN.
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.
6-501.114 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REORGANIZE AND REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNUSED ITEMS STORED IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AND IN BASEMENT STORAGE 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.
OBSERVED DEBRIS ON GROUND UNDER AND AROUND GARBAGE DUMPSTER IN REAR OUTSIDE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REORGANIZE AND REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNUSED ITEMS STORED IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AND IN BASEMENT STORAGE 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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 2574364 ISSUED ON 04-17-2023 PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED #10 - OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK, LOCATED IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDSINKS AND MAINTAIN THEM #39 - OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS. #47 - OBSERVED RUSTED STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND THE TWO-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE RUST AND ENSURE SURFACES WERE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. #47 - OBSERVED MULTIPLE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP SCRATCHES AND STAINS IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO RESURFACE/REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN THEM. #49 - OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #55 - OBSERVED MULTIPLE HOLES IN CEILING PANELS LOCATED IN THE FRONT DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR CEILING PANELS AND MAINTAIN THEM. #55 - OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, AND DIRT ON FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, DISH WASHING, STORAGE AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS. #57 - OBSERVED MULTIPLE EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO RENEW EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES TO COMPLY WITH IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 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 NO LABEL AND DATE ON READY TO EAT FOOD (COOKED CHICKEN, COOKED RICE, BEEF, CHICKEN, REFRIED BEANS ETC ) STORED INSIDE WALK IN COOLER AND INSIDE PREP COOLER FOR OVER 24 HOURS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A DATE LABEL ON ALL READY TO EAT FOOD ITEMS IF STORED OVER 24 HOURS. MUST IDENTIFY FOOD PRODUCTS SHELF LIFE OR CONSUME BY DATING (7 DAYS FROM PREPARATION DATE). MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID FOOD PRODUCTS. TOTAL WEIGHT 50 LBS TOTAL VALUE $ 250.00 PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED INCOMPLETE CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON THE MENUS FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DISCLOSE OR DESCRIBE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS WITH AN ASTERISK (*) TO A REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING SENTENCE BEFORE THE REMINDER STATEMENT: "THESE FOODS ARE COOKED TO ORDER." CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER COOKED MEATS, SEAFOOD, SHELLFISH OR EGGS MAY INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOODBORNE ILLNESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
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.