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The full inspection history
3 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jun 2, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
3-302.12: OBSERVED THE STORAGE CONTAINERS OF THE DRY INGREDIENTS IN THE REAR SANDWICH PREP AREA IN THE SAVORY AREA OF FACILITY NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH COMMON NAMES.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 2, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
May 23, 2025
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED AN INACCESSIBLE HANDWASHING SINK AT REAR PREP AREA NEAR THE REAR EXIT DOOR. THERE WAS A HOT BOX BLOCKING ACCESS TO THE HANDWASHING. AND I WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE THE SINK MENTIONED IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL HANDWASHING SINKS, SO THAT THEY ARE ALWAYS ACCESSIBLE FOR EMPLOYEE USE. THE UNIT WAS MOVED AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED
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.
OBSERVED THE STORAGE CONTAINERS OF THE DRY INGREDIENTS IN THE REAR SANDWICH PREP AREA IN THE SAVORY AREA OF FACILITY NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH COMMON NAMES.
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 10 RAT DROPPINGS AND 16 SMALL FLIES ON SITE DURING INSPECTION. RAT DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE SHELF IN THE REAR WAREHOUSE/PACKING AREA. THE SMALL FLIES WERE OBSERVED FLYING AROUND AND ON THE WALLS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: IN THE MOP SINK CLOSET, AND THE SANDWICH PREP AREA IN THE SAVORY SECTION OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, ELIMINATE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND CONTACTING PEST CONTROL. 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 23, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 1, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
5 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE PACKING ROOM AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE WITH USED/DIRTY UTENSILS IN THE SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UTENSILS. COS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c). CITATION ISSUED.
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.
OBSERVED INTERIOR CHUTE OF ICE MACHINE AND SURROUNDING SURFACE SOILED WITH BLACK AND PINK SUBSTANCE/DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DISPOSE OF ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. COS. 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 WIPING CLOTHS STORED IMPROPERLY, ON PREP TABLE(S), NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, NEAR DISH MACHINE AND AT HANDWASHING SINK IN THE PACKING ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
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 DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FILTERS AT HOOD ABOVE THE GRILL AND STOVE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING FILTERS, 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 NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE(S) POSTED FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED TO 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.