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The full inspection history
5 inspections
Canvass
Aug 21, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
4 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CHEST FREEZERS WITH ICE BUILD UP AND DEBRIS INSIDE. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST, 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.
FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FILTERS AND HOOD ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT DIRTY. 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.
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION #57 & #58 NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2626393 , DATE 11/3/25. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY OR MORE CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-42-090 Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE; INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN A VALID FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 21, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Nov 3, 2025
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED TO REMOVE GREASE AND OTHER MATTER.
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 CLEAN FLOORS IN VARIOUS AREAS WHERE NEEDED AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT. CLEAN CEILING VENTS WHERE NEEDED TO REMOVE DUST.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
SOME VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN VENTS WHERE NEEDED.
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.
INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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.
EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE; INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN A VALID FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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, Nov 3, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 25, 2024
Pass
7 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
5-202.12 (B-D) : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE OBSERVED LOW HOT & COLD WATER PRESSURE AT HAND SINKS IN MEN'S REAR TOILET ROOMS,WATER DOESN'T TURN OFF AT HAND SINKS IN WOMEN'S REAR TOILET ROOM
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.
3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SQUEEZE BOTTLES/BULK CONTAINERS) WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE
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.
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP INTERIOR & EXTERIOR OF FRYERS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,PREP TABLES,ROLLING CARTS, FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS,ALL HAND SINKS ,1 & 3 COMP SINK BASINS AND FAUCET HANDLES,SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS AND STORAGE AREAS,WHEEL BASES AND LEGS OF EQUIPMENT,USED AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT.
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.
5-205.15 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCETS AT 1- COMP & 3- COMP SINKS.
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.
: 6-201.15 : MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD LINED ON FLOOR IN PREP 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.
2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 25, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 7, 2024
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
: 5-202.12 (B-D) : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE OBSERVED LOW HOT & COLD WATER PRESSURE AT HAND SINKS IN MEN'S REAR TOILET ROOMS,WATER DOESN'T TURN OFF AT HAND SINKS IN WOMEN'S REAR TOILET ROOM
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.
3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SQUEEZE BOTTLES/BULK CONTAINERS) WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE
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.
4-101.19 : MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR STORAGE NEAR FRONT SERVICE COUNTER, DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA AND WHERE NEEDED.
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.
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP INTERIOR & EXTERIOR OF FRYERS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,PREP TABLES,ROLLING CARTS, FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS,ALL HAND SINKS ,1 & 3 COMP SINK BASINS AND FAUCET HANDLES,SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS AND STORAGE AREAS,WHEEL BASES AND LEGS OF EQUIPMENT,USED AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT.
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.
5-205.15 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCETS AT 1- COMP & 3- COMP SINKS
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.
6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN AND UNEVEN NOT SMOOTH CONCRETE FLOORING ,MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER,STAINED & MISSING CEILING TILES INCLUDING TOILET ROOM,DAMAGED CEILING IN REAR HALLWAY,HOLES IN WALLS AND DOOR OF TOILET ROOM IN FRONT PREP AREA,DAMAGED WALL BASES.MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE CAULKING FROM WALLS WHERE NEEDED.
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 TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES 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.
8-404.13(B:4) : PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2579847 8/9/23 NOT CORRECTED #49- 4-602.13 : MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE COOLERS AND FREEZER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DEBRIS. ALSO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE SMALL DEEP FREEZERS IN THE PREP AREA. #55-6-501.114 : OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER THRU OUT THE ENTIRE REAR OF THE FACILITY; BUCKETS BEING RE-USED, CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS, AND OLD EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY CLUTTER AND ELEVATE EVERYTHING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND TO PREVENT HARBORAGE.#55-6-501.12 : FLOORS THROUGH OUT NEED DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND GREASE. ALSO CLEAN THE WALLS, CEILING AND COUNTER TOPS.#56-.6-501.14 : OBSERVED THE VENTILATION SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 7, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 27, 2024
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE OBSERVED LOW HOT & COLD WATER PRESSURE AT HAND SINKS IN MEN'S REAR TOILET ROOMS,WATER DOESN'T TURN OFF AT HAND SINKS IN WOMEN'S REAR TOILET ROOM
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.
MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR STORAGE NEAR FRONT SERVICE COUNTER, DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA AND WHERE NEEDED.
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 EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP INTERIOR & EXTERIOR OF FRYERS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,PREP TABLES,ROLLING CARTS, FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS,ALL HAND SINKS ,1 & 3 COMP SINK BASINS AND FAUCET HANDLES,SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS AND STORAGE AREAS,WHEEL BASES AND LEGS OF EQUIPMENT,USED AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT.
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 BROKEN AND UNEVEN NOT SMOOTH CONCRETE FLOORING ,MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER,STAINED & MISSING CEILING TILES INCLUDING TOILET ROOM,DAMAGED CEILING IN REAR HALLWAY,HOLES IN WALLS AND DOOR OF TOILET ROOM IN FRONT PREP AREA,DAMAGED WALL BASES.MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE CAULKING FROM WALLS WHERE NEEDED.
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 TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES 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.
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SQUEEZE BOTTLES/BULK CONTAINERS) WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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.
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 100 OR MORE MICE & RAT DROPPINGS UNDER REAR HAND SINK,DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA ON WOOD LEDGE & SHELVING UNITS,ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN MASSIVE CLUTTER BY FURNANCE,UNDER LOCKERS,ON SEATING BOOTH AND ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH,IN WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS AND FLOOR,ON SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS.4-6 LIVE LARGE FLIES FLYING AROUND AND APPX. 25 OR MORE LIVE ANTS CRAWLING ON FLOOR & ON UNDER DESK AREA,ON WALLS AT HAND SINK.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 9/27/24.(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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCETS AT 1- COMP & 3- COMP SINKS.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2579847 8/9/23 NOT CORRECTED #49- 4-602.13 : MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE COOLERS AND FREEZER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DEBRIS. ALSO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE SMALL DEEP FREEZERS IN THE PREP AREA. #55-6-501.114 : OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER THRU OUT THE ENTIRE REAR OF THE FACILITY; BUCKETS BEING RE-USED, CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS, AND OLD EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY CLUTTER AND ELEVATE EVERYTHING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND TO PREVENT HARBORAGE.#55-6-501.12 : FLOORS THROUGH OUT NEED DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND GREASE. ALSO CLEAN THE WALLS, CEILING AND COUNTER TOPS.#56-.6-501.14 : OBSERVED THE VENTILATION SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.