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The full inspection history
5 inspections
Complaint
Jun 23, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
4-602.11 OBSERVED MINOR FOOD DEBRIS ON THE MEAT SLICER LOCATED IN THE MEAT DELI AREA. 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 THE BASEMENT WITH CLUTTER AND ITEMS BEING STORED DIRECTLY ON THE GROUND. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS, ELEVATE EVERYTHING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND AND ORGANIZE.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 23, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 16, 2025
Pass
6 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED STORAGE SHELVES IN WALK IN FREEZERS AND WALK IN COOLERS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AND ANY RUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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.
ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT 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.
REACH IN COOLERS ON SALES FLOOR IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
SOME DEBRIS ON GROUND AROUND CONTAINER INSTRUCTED TO 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.
FLOORS IN WALK IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
HOOD VENT IN TAQUERIA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 16, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 26, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
10 recorded violations
notedCode 23Food source and labeling
Official wording
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO DATE MARKING ON REWRAPPED DELI MEATS, HAM, TURKEY, AND SOUSE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY DATE COLD READY TO EAT TCS FOOD STORED MORE THAN 24 HOURS WITH SELL BY DATE WITHIN 7 DAYS OF PREPARATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATIO 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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 UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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 1/4" GAP ON LEFT SIDE OF FRONT EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON 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.
OBSERVED NO STOPPERS FOR REAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE STOPPERS AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED RUST DEPOSITS ON SHELVING UNITS INSIDE MEAT DISPLAY COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE 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.
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACE OF COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR 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.
OBSERVED INSUFFICIENT HOT WATER AT MULTIPLE SINKS, HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT CORN PREP AREA (71.8F), HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT COUNTER AREA (74F), HAND WASHING SINK IN WASHROOM (80.9F), HAND WASHING SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA (90.3F), HAND WASHING SINK IN MEAT WALK-IN COOLER (85.2F), HAND WASHING SINK IN EAST DISH WASHING AREA (89.5F), HAND WASHING SINK IN EAST WALK-IN COOLER (91.6F), 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN TAQUERIA (103.3F), 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN EAST DISH WASHING AREA(87.6F). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AT LEAST 100F WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AND 110F AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET ON REAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND HAND WASHING SINK SLOWLY DRAINING INSIDE MEAT WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN TAQUERIA AND MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN TROPICANA REACH-IN COOLER IN TAQUERIA AND REAR WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 26, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 18, 2023
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO VENTILATION FOR BREAD & CHICKEN OVENS MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN OR REMOVE FROM PREMISES.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 18, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 13, 2023
Fail
19 recorded violations
notedCode 40Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FEMALE FOOD HANDLER IN CORN PREP AREA NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT.MUST PROVIDE 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR PRODUCE STORAGE/ICE BAGGING AREA MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK WITH HOT & COLD RUNNING WATER,SOAP AND TOWELS AND MAINTAIN.(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 WIPING CLOTHS ON CUTTING BOARDS IN MOST PREP AREAS. MUST STORE IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT TO CHECK SANITIZING SOLUTION PPM'S AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINKS IN ALL PREP AREAS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY COMPRESSOR LINE IN MEAT WALK IN COOLER.
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.
OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER LID MISSING NOT TIGHT FITTING.MUST REPLACE MISSING LID TO BE TIGHT FITTING.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ,DIRT AND SPLATTER FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS IN ALL WALK IN COOLERS,PREP AREA,STORAGE AREAS 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.
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)(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.
OBSERVED MALE FOOD HANDLER IMPROPER SANITIZING MULTI-USE UTENSILS AT 0.0PPM'S AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN TAQUERIA.OBSERVED HIM WASHING UTENSILS WITH SOAP AND RINSING UNDER RUNNING WATER ,SINK NOT SET-UP AND NO SANITIZER.INSTRUCTED EMPLOYEE ON HOW TO SET-UP SINK.(PRIORITY 7-38-025)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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 IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS READY TO EAT FOODS SUCH AS 7LBS. COOKED STEAK AT 120.2F.10LBS. COOKED STEAK-60.0F ON TOPSIDE OF STOVE AND ON LOWER SHELF OF GRILL TABLE. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE. APPX. 17LBS. $200.(COS)(PRIORITY 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 TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE OF COOLERS SUCH AS 9.5LBS. COOKED BEANS-45.3F.15LBS. PREPACKAGED WHOLE CHICKENS-45.9F-47.7F.9LBS. PREPACKAGED COOKED RIBS-49.3F-76.5F.3LBS. COOKED PORK-44.8F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 36.5LBS.$162.(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)(CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION)
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.
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE (SHAKERS,FOOD CONTAINERS)
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 A GAP ALONG BOTTOM FRONT EXIT DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
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 BROKEN SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE.
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.
OBSERVED CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN WALK IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS AND THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD SHELVING UNIT INSIDE OF CABINET IN CORN PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE FOIL AND CARDBOARD FROM GREASE TRAP OF 3- COMP SINK AND FROM LOWER SHELVES OF GRILL TABLE AND OTHER SURFACES IN TAQUERIA,CORN PREP-REACH IN COOLER.MEAT WALK IN COOLER-SHELVING UNITS.MEAT PREP AREA-CARDBOARD AND PLASTIC WRAPPED AROUND PREPTABLES.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS & BRACKETS IN WALK IN COOLER,PREP TABLES,ROLLING CARTS AND WHERE NEEDED.BADLY STAINED AIR CURTAINS IN MEAT PREP WALK IN COOLER.
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 DEFROST EXCESSIVE ICE BUILD UP FROM SOME CHEST FREEZERS ON SALES FLOOR.MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM TAQUERIA- FRYER CABINET,GRILL TABLE,OVERHEAD SHELVING UNIT,ICE COOLER.CORN PREP AREA- STORAGE CABINET & SHELVING UNITS,GLASS REACH IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.MEAT/DELI DISPLAY UNITS-MOLD BUILD UP ON SLIDING DOORS.PREP/WALK IN COOLERS-SHELVING UNITS,PREP TABLES, SAW MACHINE, GRINDER,CUBER,BLENDERS.HAND WASHING SINKS & FAUCETS IN PREP WALK IN COOLERS,ROLLING CARTS,FANGUARD COVERS AND COMPRESSOR UNITS.
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
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS IN TAQUERIA AND BASEMENT,SHATTER PROOF BULB IN WALK IN FREEZER.
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 HANLDERS 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.