License
Mar 24, 2026
6 recorded violations
Official wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE OF MILK COOLER IN THE FRONT PREP AREA OR IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER INSIDE OF ALL COOLERS AND WALK-IN FREEZER TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesOfficial wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A 1/4 INCH GAP AT BOTTLE LEFT CORNER OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO RODENT PROOF DOOR TO PREVENT PEST 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.
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED WALK-IN FREEZER DOOR UNABLE TO CLOSE PROPERLY WITH GASKETS IN NEED OF REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DOOR/GASKETS FOR PROPER CLOSURE.
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
OBSERVED A LEAK FROM THE PIPING UNDERNEATH HANDWASHING SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. 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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial wording
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SMALL PIECES OF CARDBOARD ON THE GROUND IN REAR OUTDOOR DUMPSTER ENCLOSURE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE 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.
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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS FOR LIGHT FIXTURES IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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 record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 24, 2026 · Original Source