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The full inspection history
8 inspections
Canvass
Sep 2, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
Bulk food container not labeled ( salt ) instructed to label.
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.
Unable to locate backflow prevention device for front coffee maker. Instructed to install.
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 2, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Sep 3, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
-501.114 OBSERVED CLOSET NEXT TO WALK-IN COOLER WITH CLUTTER AND UNECESSARY ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL ITEMS NOT IN USE AND ELEVATE ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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, Sep 3, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Aug 27, 2025
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED TWO LIVE MEDIUM SIZE COCKROACHES CRAWLING ALONG THE WALL NEAR POP DISPENSER AND COUNTERTOP IN FRONT PREP AREA. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 25 LARGE LIVE BLACK FLIES THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AND SITTING AREA AS WELL AS 30 SMALL BLACK LIVE FLIES INSIDE CABINETS LOCATED IN FRONT PREP AREA. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICE. MUST ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #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.
OBSERVED WHITE CABINETSA LOCATED IN FRONT PREP ARE WITH A BUILDUP OF A STICKY SUBSTANCE AND SPILLAGE ON THE INSIDE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ACCUMULATED BUILD UP, ORGANIZE
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 DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT LOCATED IN REAR PREP AREA, NOTED BUILDUP ON SHELVING RACKS LOCATED INSIDE WALK IN COOLER AND BEVERAGE COOLER IN FRONT PREP .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 CLOSET NEXT TO WALK-IN COOLER WITH CLUTTER AND UNECESSARY ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL ITEMS NOT IN USE AND ELEVATE ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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 CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS NEXT TO THE COLD HOLD UNIT. MUST 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.
NOTED STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE ROOM WITH ICE MACHINES AND IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES AND DAMAGED WALL BEHIND THE ICE CREAM FREEZER.
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.
NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON WASHROOM DOOR LOCATED INSIDE THE CAFE; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE/INSTALL.
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 DEAD INSECTS INSIDE OF THE LIGHT SHIELDS IN CENTER AREA OF KITCHEN WHERE ICE MACHINES LOCATED; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE.
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.