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The full inspection history
5 inspections
Complaint
Sep 23, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector’s notes
Front door is not closing completely, instructed to repair and maintain.
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.
Upper interior panel of ice maker not clean, noted a pink film forming, 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.
4-201.11 OBSERVED INTERNAL LID OF ICE MACHINE IN DISREPAIR AND FALLING INTO PREPARED ICE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT IN GOOD CONDITION.
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.
5-203.13 INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL DUMP SINK/SERVICE SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA FOR DISPOSING OF EXCESS WASTE OF (COFFEE, SLUSHEE, SMOOTHIES) WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING
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.
6-501.13 OBSERVED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
2-102.13 OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS' CERTIFICATES ON SITE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW.
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, Sep 19, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Sep 10, 2025
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION WITH VALID ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING MILK, EGGS, SAUSAGE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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.
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 45 SMALL AND LARGE BLACK LIVE FLIES FLYING THROUGHOUT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS , STANDING ON DONUT RACKS LOCATED ON DISPLAY CASES, ON PREP TABLES, CARDBOARD BOXES, AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COFFEE SYRUPS AND MIXER. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICE. CLEAN AND SANITIZE EFFECTED AREAS. 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 INTERNAL LID OF ICE MACHINE IN DISREPAIR AND FALLING INTO PREPARED ICE . INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT IN GOOD CONDITION.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL DUMP SINK/SERVICE SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA FOR DISPOSING OF EXCESS WASTE OF (COFFEE, SLUSHEE , SMOOTHIES) WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING.
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.
OBSERVED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO 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 NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES ON SITE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW.
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, Sep 10, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Oct 2, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-201.13 OBSERVED A FEW STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE CUSTOMER AREA. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES.
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 COVERED RECEPTACLES IN ALL-GENDER EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. MUST PROVIDE TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE WITH COVER FOR SANITARY NAPKINS.
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 DIRT AND OIL BUILDUP AROUND OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT ATTRACTING THE BEES AND OTHER PEST.
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.
NOTED CLUTTER OF CARDBOARD BOXES AND OTHER UNUSED ITEMS ON FLOORS IN THE BACK AREA AND UNDER THE RACKS .MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS TO ALLOW CLEANING AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS.
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 EXCESSIVE PINK SLIMY SUBSTANCE BUILD UP ON INSIDE INTERIOR PANEL OF LARGE ICE MACHINE AND DRIPPING ONTO ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION.MUST REMOVE BUILD UP, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. 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.
OBSERVED ~ 50 BEES IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA NEAR THE THRU WINDOW AND HOT PREP AREA AND ~30-40 ANTS ON THE FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR PROPER ABATEMENT BEFORE RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
NOTED USE OF MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION AT THE KITCHEN AREA, DISHWASHING AREA, AND DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST PROVIDES APPROPRIATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE. ALL FOOD ITEMS MUST ALSO BE STORED 6" AWAY FROM THE WALL
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.