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The full inspection history
3 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 21, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
5 recorded violations
notedCode 40Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
Inspector’s notes
FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE FOR CLEAN IN PLACE EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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.
WALLS/CEILING WITH FOOD SPLATTER, DIRT, AND DUST BUILD UP IN THE FRONT/REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS/CEILING THROUGHOUT. -FLOORS IN THE CORNERS, UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND SINKS WITH FOOD, DIRT, DROPPINGS AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT.
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.
FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO PROOF THEY TOOK THE FOOD HANDLERS COURSE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID FOOD HANDLERS 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.
ALL CFMs MUST HAVE A FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID 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 21, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Nov 14, 2025
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
PIC DOES NOT HAVE THE COC CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID CFM CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED UNDER VIOLATION #2.
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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
NO COC CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE NOR MANAGER ON SITE WHILE SERVING TCS FOODS (I.E., EGGS, POTATOES, ETC.). INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID CFM CERTIFICATE AND THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER ON SITE WHEN PREPARING/SERVING TCS FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
FOOD HANDLERS PUTTING ON GLOVES AND NOT WASHING THEIR HANDS AND TOUCHING READY-TO-EAT FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE FOOD HANDLERS WASH HANDS BEFORE/AFTER GLOVE USE, WHEN MULTI-TASKING, TAKING PAYMENTS, ETC. PRIORITY 7-38-010 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.
FOUND 80 LARGE AND SMALL RODENT DROPPINGS IN THE CORNER UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, ALONG THE WALLBASE IN THE REAR AND SIDE PREP/STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, CLEAN/SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR A MORE RECENT SERVICE. 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.
FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE FOR CLEAN IN PLACE EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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.
WALLS/CEILING WITH FOOD SPLATTER, DIRT, AND DUST BUILD UP IN THE FRONT/REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS/CEILING THROUGHOUT. -FLOORS IN THE CORNERS, UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND SINKS WITH FOOD, DIRT, DROPPINGS AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT.
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.
FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO PROOF THEY TOOK THE FOOD HANDLERS COURSE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID FOOD HANDLERS 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.
ALL CFMs MUST HAVE A FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID 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.
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector’s notes
PREVIOUS NON COMPLIANCE SUMMARY FROM AUGUST 1, 2024 NOT POSTED ON SITE IN PLAIN VIEWING OF THIS ESTABLISHMENT'S CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS POST THE MOST RECENT INSPECTION SUMMARY IN PLAIN VIEWING OF THIS ESTABLISHMENT'S CUSTOMERS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-010(B) 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, Nov 14, 2025 · Original Source
License
Aug 1, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
8 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
2-102.14(O) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATIN 7-38-010.
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.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s notes
2-501.11 OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE NOR ADEQUATE SUPPLIES ON SITE TO PROPERLY RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
4-603.15 OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE FOR CLEAN IN PLACE EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.
5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-307.11 OBSERVED AN "EMPLOYEES ONLY BEYOND THIS POINT" SIGN IS NEEDED AT THE FRONT AND REAR FOODS PREP AREA ENTRANCES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED SIDES OF THE FRYER LOCATED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA WITH ACCUMULATED GREASE DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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.
6-501.114 OBSERVED OLD UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN OR REMOVE.
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 THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGERS.
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.