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The full inspection history
7 inspections
Complaint Re-Inspection
Oct 1, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector’s notes
3-602.11(A; B:1-4,6,7; C; D): OBSERVED PREPACKAGED SLICES OF TRES LECHES CAKE IN THE REFRIGERATOR NEAR THE FRONT PREP AREA WITH NO FOOD LABEL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THE COMMON NAME OF THE FOOD, A LIST OF INGREDIENTS; THE NAME AND PLACE OF BUSINESS OF THE MANUFACTURER, PACKER, OR DISTRIBUTOR; AND THE NAME OF THE FOOD SOURCE FOR EACH MAJOR FOOD ALLERGEN CONTAINED IN THE FOOD.
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.
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector’s notes
3-307.11: OBSERVED A BULK CONTAINER OF DICED TOMATOES IN THE THREE-DOOR COOLER WITH A BOWL BEING USED TO TRANSFER THE FOOD ITEM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN UTENSIL WITH A HANDLE TO TRANSFER THE FOOD ITEM
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.
2-402.11: OBSERVED A FEMALE FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT A HAIR RESTRAINT, WHILE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST HAVE ON HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 1, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Sep 23, 2026
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 40Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
Personal cleanliness
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A FEMAL FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT A HAIR RESTRAINT, WHILE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST HAVE ON HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
OBSERVED IMPROPER HOT HODLING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS. FOUND A CONTAINER OF COOKED BEEF (127.8F) AND COOKED CHICKEN (129.7F) ON THE FLAT TOP GRILL IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED ALL HOT HOLDING FOOD MUST REACH AND MAINTAIN 135F OR ABOVE. APPROXIMATELY 10LBS AT $99 WORTH OF PRODUCT DISCARDED. PRIORIT VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS IN TWO DIFFERENT PREP COOLERS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. FOUND A CONTAINER OF BEEF (51.8F) AND EGGS (44.5F). INSTRUCTED ALL COLD HOLDING FOOD ITEMS MUST REACH AND MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. APPROXIMATELY 12LBS AT $66 WORTH OF PRODUCT DISCARDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH VIOLATION #21.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
OBSERVED PREPACKAGED SLICES OF TRES LECHES CAKE IN THE REFRIGERATOR NEAR THE FRONT PREP AREA WITH NO FOOD LABEL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THE COMMON NAME OF THE FOOD, A LIST OF INGREDIENTS; THE NAME AND PLACE OF BUSINESS OF THE MANUFACTURER, PACKER, OR DISTRIBUTOR; AND THE NAME OF THE FOOD SOURCE FOR EACH MAJOR FOOD ALLERGEN CONTAINED IN THE FOOD.
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 APPROXIMATELY 40 OR MORE SMALL FLIES IN THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. THE SMALL FLIES WERE OBSERVED ON THE WALLS AND CEILINGS IN THE MENTIONED AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND MAINTAIN. 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.
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A BULK CONTAINER OF DICED TOMATOES IN THE THREE-DOOR COOLER WITH A BOWL BEING USED TO TRANSFER THE FOOD ITEM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN UTENSIL WITH A HANDLE TO TRANSFER THE FOOD ITEM.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 23, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 23, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED AN OPENING AT THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR. 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 23, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Dec 16, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR WEATHER STRIPPING WORN. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS.
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 WATER PRESSURE IN THE WASHROOM SLIGHTLY LOW. MUST 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 16, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Jan 14, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITH AN EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW VALID PROOF OF 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 14, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
May 22, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
1 recorded violation
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEMS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER TO BE IMPROPER: RICE AT 47.0 F, COOKED BEEF TONGUES AT 46.5 F, AND SHRIMPS ON PREP TABLE AT 49.5 F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 70 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $1100.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 22, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Nov 30, 2023
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED WET MOP STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR UTILITY AREA. INSTRUCTED TO HANG MOPS TO ALLOW TO DRY WHEN NOT IN USE.
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 EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAININGS FOR SOME CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED TO RECERTIFY ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING AND KEEP ON SITE.
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.