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The full inspection history
7 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 6, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
Violation Codes: 6-501.114 Inspector Comments: NOTED CLUTTER IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM. MUST MAKE BETTER AISLES IN REAR STORAGE AREA FOR EASY ACCESSIBLILITY FOR CLEANING AROUND PALLETS AND U-BOATS. ALSO FOR MONITORING FOR PESTS
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, Mar 6, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Mar 3, 2026
Fail
2 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
NOTED CLUTTER IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM. MUST MAKE BETTER AISLES IN REAR STORAGE AREA FOR EASY ACCESSIBLILITY FOR CLEANING AROUND PALLETS AND U-BOATS. ALSO FOR MONITORING FOR PESTS.
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 PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION (#54 OUTSIDE DUMPSTER NOT MAINTAIN) STILL NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2631610, DATE 2/23/26. PRIORITY CITATION ISSUED #7-42-090. OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH GARBAGE AND DEBRIS. OBSERVED LIDS OPEN AND TRASH ON THE GROUND AROUND THE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN DUMPSTER AND AREA AROUND TO PREVENT HARBORAGE AND POSSIBLE FOOD SOURCE.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 3, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Feb 23, 2026
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 50 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON THE CHIP DISPLAY BOTTOM SHELVING, NOTED 25 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERD ON THE CANDY DISPLAY SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND DETAIL CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION #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.
MUST CLEAN DUST & DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM SHELVING UNITS AT CASHIER BOOTHS,MERCHANDISE SHELVING UNITS ON SALES FLOOR ,WINDOW SILLS,REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
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 OUTSIDE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH GARBAGE AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN DUMPSTER AND AREA AROUND TO PREVENT HARBORAGE AND POSSIBLE FOOD SOURCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION #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.
MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGH OUT.
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, Feb 23, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Aug 19, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DUST & DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM SHELVING UNITS AT CASHIER BOOTHS,MERCHANDISE SHELVING UNITS ON SALES FLOOR ,WINDOW SILLS,REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-305.11 : OBSERVED FOOD PRODUCT STORED ON FLOOR OF WALK IN FREEZER MUST ELEVATE FOOD AND STORE PROPERLY.
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.
5-501.17 : MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH LID IN STAFF AND CUSTOMERS TOILETROOMS
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.
6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN HALLWAY OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOMS AND SALES FLOOR,DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA OF WALK WAY.
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, Aug 19, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Aug 8, 2024
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR AND FRONT ENTRY AND EXIT DOORS ON ALONG INNER SIDES OF DOOR FRAME MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD PRODUCT STORED ON FLOOR OF WALK IN FREEZER MUST ELEVATE FOOD AND STORE PROPERLY.
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 CRATES BEING USED FOR STORAGE ON SALES FLOOR MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS FOR STORAGE.
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.
MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH LID IN STAFF AND CUSTOMERS TOILETROOMS.
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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN HALLWAY OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOMS AND SALES FLOOR,DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA OF WALK WAY.MUST SEAL HOLE IN CONCRETE FLOOR NEXT TO AIR GAS TANKS IN REAR STORAGE 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.
MUST CLEAN DUST & DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM SHELVING UNITS AT CASHIER BOOTHS,MERCHANDISE SHELVING UNITS ON SALES FLOOR ,WINDOW SILLS,REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
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 DEBRIS AROUND THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER. MUST CLEAN 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.
FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGH OUT TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR LITTER.
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 PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2386010, DATE 8/12/20. Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments:(49) MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM REACH IN FREEZERS & COOLERS,CASHIER BOOTHS,SOME DISPLAY SHELVES. Violation Codes: 5-501.17 Inspector Comments:(53) MUST PROVIDE LIDS ON GARBAGE CANS IN UNISEX TOILET ROOMS AS REQUIRED. Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments:(55) MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER SOME DISPLAY UNITS ON SALES FLOOR Violation Codes: 6-501.114 Inspector Comments:(55) MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND OR ORGANIZE SHELVING UNITS ON FLOOR AND IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CORRECT ALL VIOLATION NOTED AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-42-090
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED 30 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON THE EMPLOYEE BREAK TABLE IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA. ALSO OBSERVED A FEW DROPPINGS SCATTERED OF THE CHIP DISPLAY SHELVING. MUST REMOVE AND DETAIL CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS AND CALL FOR PEST CONTROL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #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 THE WASH ROOMS DIRTY (FLOORS, WALLS AND FIXTURES). MUST 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.