Canvass
Jul 11, 2025
10 recorded violations
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial wording
HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES BY MALE AND FEMALE FOOD HANDLERS WITH PLASTIC GLOVES ON HANDLING DIRTY DISHES AND SOILED TOWELS AND HANDLING READY TO EAT FOODS FROM GRILL WITH SAME GLOVES ON.MUST WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.(PRIORITY 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE IN SMALL PREP AREA OBSERVED A LARGE PLASTIC CONTAINER WITH LIDS INSIDE OF SAID SINK. I REMOVED ARTICLES DURING INSPECTION .INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO KEEP HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MULTI-USE UTENSILS BEING SANITIZED AT 0.0 PPM'S AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.OBSERVED MALE EMPLOYEE WASHING DISHES AT SINK WITH A SCRUBBER AND SOAP AND RINSING UNDER RUNNING WATER AND PLACING DISHES ON DISH STORAGE SHELF WITHOUT SINK BEING SET-UP TO SANITIZE DISHES .INSTRUCTED MANAGER ON HOW TO SET-UP SINK TO PROPERLY WASH,RINSE AND SANITIZE UTENSILS.(PRIORITY 7-38-025)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK NEXT TO 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISH WASHING 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.
More about food not protected from contaminationOfficial wording
GLOVES USED PROPERLY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER USAGE OF GLOVES BY EMPLOYEES.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE LEAKING WATER INTO A PLASTIC BIN THAT IS OVERFLOWING ON FLOOR IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA IN BASEMENT.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST REMOVE POOLING AND STANDING WATER ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT AND KEEP DRY.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHTS IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 11, 2025 · Original Source