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The full inspection history
6 inspections
Canvass
Sep 21, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER INSIDE THE HOT HOLDING UNITS IN THE REAR PREP AREA AND THE FRONT SERVING LINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. THE THERMOMETER WAS PROVIDED AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION.
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.
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGN AT THE HANDWASHING SINK AT THE FRONT SERVING LINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. SIGN WAS PROVIDED AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 21, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 22, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED OPENINGS AT THE BOTTOM CORNERS OF THE OVER HEAD DOCK DOOR IN THE GARBAGE AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINT FOR PEST.
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 CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR RIM AND LID OF THE ICE MACHINE.
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 THE HAND SINK IN THE KITCHEN WITH A SLOW DRAIN. 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, Sep 22, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 4, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.11 OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT ON THE FLOOR AND WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO SCRAPE AND REPAINT ALL AREAS OF CHIPPED PAINT ON THE FLOOR AND WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 4, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 2, 2024
Fail
2 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.11 OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT ON THE FLOOR AND WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO SCRAPE AND REPAINT ALL AREAS OF CHIPPED PAINT ON THE FLOOR AND WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP 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.
8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2603212 ON 9/20/24: 38 - OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROX. 30 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR ALONG THE CUBICLES IN ROOM 101 AND IN THE BREAKROOM 101B IN THE PLASTIC CABINET AND ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE REFRIGERATOR, APPROX. 50 MOUSE DROPPINGS ALONG THE CUBICLES AND WALLS OF ROOM 105 AND ON THE FLOOR OF 105B, AND APPROX. 50 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR AND WOODEN PALLETS IN ROOM 162. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL MOUSE DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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 2, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 20, 2024
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROX. 20 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF ROOM 101 ALONG THE WALL CUBICLE, 10 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN ROOM 105 NEAR THE ENTRY DOOR, AND APPROX. 100 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR AND WOODEN PALLETS IN ROOM 162. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A).
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.
OBSERVED GARBAGE AND FOOD WASTE BEING DUMPED INTO THE CONSTRUCTION DUMPSTER THAT LACKS A DUMPSTER LID. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD WASTE AND GARBAGE IN THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS WHICH HAVE A LID. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B).
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 CHIPPED PAINT ON THE FLOOR AND WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO SCRAPE AND REPAINT ALL AREAS OF CHIPPED PAINT ON THE FLOOR AND WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND SOAP PROVIDED AT THE SERVICE LINE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SOAP AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 20, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 18, 2023
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON WALL IN STAIRWELL LEADING FROM SECOND FLOOR TO FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR 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.