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The full inspection history
4 inspections
Canvass
Mar 12, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED 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.
OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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 HANDSINK IN REAR PREP UNABLE TO TURN OFF HOT WATER LEVER IN DISREPAIR INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTIAN.
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, Mar 12, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 16, 2025
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
: 3-307.11-- NOTED FOOD AND FOOD CONTACT TO GO CONTAINERS STORED IN THE BASEMENT DIRECTLY UNDER WASTEWATER PIPELINES. MUST REMOVE ALL AND STORE PROTECTED FROM POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
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.
4-101.11(B, C, D, E)--- METAL INTERIOR WALL OF THE WALK-IN COOLER IN POOR REPAIR, SEPARATING FROM THE WALL AND EXPOSING INSULATION. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE. 4-101.19--- TORN/DAMAGED PLASTIC DOOR CURTAINS ON THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REPLACE OR 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.
: 6-201.11--DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN BOTH WASHROOMS. MUST REPLACE ALL.
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.
2-102.13--- NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. MUST PROVIDE.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 16, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 8, 2025
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 43Equipment and utensils
Official wording
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
Inspector’s notes
NOTED IN-USE COOKS LINE UTENSILS BEING STORED IN A CONTAINER OF WATER AT A TEMPERATURE OF 60.7F. IF STORED IN HOT WATER, MUST MAINTAIN A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 135F OR STORE ON/IN A CLEAN SURFACE/CONTAINER AND WASH, RINSE, SANITIZE AS NEED OR EVERY 4 HOURS.
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.
METAL INTERIOR WALL OF THE WALK-IN COOLER IN POOR REPAIR, SEPARATING FROM THE WALL AND EXPOSING INSULATION. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
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 EMPLOYEE EATING IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. EMPLOYEES MUST CONSUME FOODS IN THE DINING AREA OR A DESIGNATED NON-FOOD PREP AREA.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
NOTED FOOD AND FOOD CONTACT TO GO CONTAINERS STORED IN THE BASEMENT DIRECTLY UNDER WASTEWATER PIPELINES. ----MUST NOT STORE UTENSILS, BOWLS, SPICES UNDER THE PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE ALL AND STORE PROTECTED FROM POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.-----NOTED A FLY SWATTER BEING STORED HANGING WITH CLEAN UTENSILS AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST NOT STORE CONTAMINATED PEST CONTROL TOOLS IN THE FOOD PREP, DISH AREA.
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.
FOOD HANDLERS NOTED WITHOUT EFFECTIVE HAT/HAIR RESTRAINTS. MUST PROVIDE.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE HELD IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.
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 BLACKENED, MOLDY WALL CAULKING AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.----DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN BOTH WASHROOMS.----MISSING FLOOR TILE IN THE NORTH WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE ALL.
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
NOTED INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHT INTENSITY IN THE COOLER.
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.
NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. MUST PROVIDE.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 2-14-24 REPORT #2589599. #56- OBSERVED MISSING CEILING LIGHT BULB END CAPS/CEILING LIGHT COVERS ABOVE BOTH PREP AREAS. MUST PROVIDE CEILING BULB END CAPS/CEILING LIGHT COVERS AT PREP AREAS. PRIORITY 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, Apr 8, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 14, 2024
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SMALL HOLES IN WALL BEHIND/ABOVE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST SEAL ALL HOLES IN WALL 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING CEILING LIGHT BULB END CAPS/CEILING LIGHT COVERS ABOVE BOTH PREP AREAS. MUST PROVIDE CEILING BULB END CAPS/CEILING LIGHT COVERS AT PREP AREAS.
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.