Canvass
May 6, 2026
9 recorded violations
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
ALL BULK FOOD MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.
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.
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THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
MUST PROVIDE AN INTERNAL THERMOMETER INSIDE THE COOKS LINE TWO DOOR COOLER.
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.
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SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
NOTED BOXED FOOD ITEMS BEING STORED ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK-IN COOLER AND OIL CONTAINERS ON THE FLOOR OF THE COOKS LINE. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS. ALSO ALL STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE BAR AND DRY FOOD STORAGE HALLWAY MUST BE ELEVATED FROM THE FLOORS
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.
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST NOT USE CLOTH TOWELS AS LINER FOR SHELVING AT THE BAR.----NOTED DIRTY HAND WASHING SINK ON THE COOKS LINE HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.---- NOTED PEELING PLASTIC ON THE EXTERIOR METAL SURFACES OF THE COOKS LINE TWO DOOR COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE 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.
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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
LEAK UNDER THE COOKS LINE HAND WASHING SINK ONTO THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
NOTED SOILED MOP HEADS IMPROPERLY STORED INSIDE BUCKETS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE INVERTED AT THE UTILITY SERVICE SINK.
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.
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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
MISSING HOOD FILTER ON THE COOKS LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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.
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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. 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.
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ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s notes
NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL THE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. 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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 6, 2026 · Original Source