SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
3 inspections
Canvass
Aug 3, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL 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.
3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN ICE CREAM AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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.
FLOORS IN CORNERS AND UNDER EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED 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 FORKING ON THE DRYING RACK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA NEAR THE PREP AREA AND FOUND FOOD BASKETS ON THE SHELF ABOVE THE PREP TABLE NOT INVERTED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
OBSERVED A LEAKING PIPE UNDER THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 1, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 17, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
6 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
FOUND TCS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE STORED IN A COLD HOLD UNIT IN FRONT PREP AREA: CHICKEN AT 48.2F, BEEF AT 48.6F, HAM AT 48.7F, STEAK AT 50.5F, STUFFED PEPPERS AT 48.0F, PORK AT 47.7F, EGGS AT 61.3F, SHREDDED LETTUCE 53.8F, SLICED TOMATOES 55.2F AND SLICED ONION 58.1F APPROX. 25 POUNDS OF FOOD VALUED AT $200 WERE DISCARDED AND DENATURED BY THE MANAGER. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-005. 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.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF REFRIGERATOR (COLD HOLD UNIT) AT 50.0F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE FOR SALE. A HELD-FOR-INSPECTION TAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON THE UNIT. ONCE REPAIRED, FAX OR EMAIL TO CDPH.MUST HAVE COLD-HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. 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.
OBSERVED A COUPLE OF LARGE FOOD CONTAINERS WITH DRY PRODUCTS (CHILI) WITHOUT PROPER COMMON FOOD NAME MARKINGS. MUST LABEL BULK AND WORKING FOOD CONTAINERS WITH THE CONTENT'S COMMON NAME. 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.
OBSERVED TWO CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA DISCOLORED AND WITH DEEP CUTS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS.
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 MISSING CEILING TILES IN FRON OF WALK IN COOLER AND A SEVERAL STAINED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA, ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN WASHING AREA AND ABOVE SMALL 3 COMPARTMENT SINK BY THE ICE CREAM FREEZER. OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES BY THE ICE CREAM FREEZER. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES AND DAMAGED OR MISSING FLOOR TILES.
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 MISSING LIGHT BULBS PROTECTIVE SHIELDING IN THE EMPLOYEE BATHROOM IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE 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.