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The full inspection history
8 inspections
Canvass
Mar 12, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE DELI MEAT SLICERS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN 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.
OBSERVED 2 HOLES IN THE WALL IN THE GARBAGE AREA, WHICH LEADS TO THE OUTSIDE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL/REPAIR TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS.
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 NEED CLEANING IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: WALK IN DAIRY COOLER UNDER SHELVING, PRODUCE COOLER ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS, SPOTS IN DISPLAY AREA UNDER SHELVING AND ALONG THE WALL BASE.
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 CRACKED GLASS IN CAKE DISPLAY COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AS A MEANS TO PREVENT CROSS-CONTAMINATION.
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 ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON SIDES OF FRYER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE 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 3-COMP SINK FOR WASHING PRODUCE WITH LEAK AT CENTER AREA OF THE PIPE; INSTRUCTED 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.
OBSERVED CEILING TILE IN FRONT OF FRYERS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CEILING TILES AS A MEANS OF CONTROLING PEST ACTIVITY. SOME CLEANING DONE, ADDITIONAL CLEANING RECOMMENDED.
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, Aug 21, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Aug 14, 2025
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON SIDES OF FRYER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, 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 PEST ACTIVITY WITH APPROX. 10-15 HOUSE FLIES NOTED DURING INSPECTION. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 8-10 HOUSE FLY ACTIVITY IN THE BACK PRODUCE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT PEST CONTROL AS ADDITIONAL SERVICES ARE NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE ACTIVITY PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION. 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.
OBSERVED CRACKED GLASS IN CAKE DISPLAY COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AS A MEANS TO PREVENT CROSS-CONTAMINATION
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 3-COMP SINK FOR WASHING PRODUCE WITH LEAK AT CENTER AREA OF THE PIPE. INSTRUCTED 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.
OBSERVED CEILING TILE IN FRONT OF FRYERS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CEILING TILES AS A MEANS OF CONTROLING PEST ACTIVITY.
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, Aug 14, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jun 2, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 2, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 6, 2025
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT FIRST HAND SINK IN WOMEN'S 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 LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS BELONGING TO BAKERY IN DELI WALK IN COOLER ON SHELVING UNITS WHEN 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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE SHELVING UNIT TRIM IN DELI WALK IN COOLER,PRODUCE & DAIRY WALK IN COOLER-DOOR IN POOR REPAIR.
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 DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM DAIRY WALK IN COOLER & MEAT PROCESSING AREA FAN GUARD COVERS.
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 A FOUL ODOR COMING FROM IN FLOOR GREASE TRAP IN BAKERY AREA NEAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK MUST CLEAN 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.
OBSERVED NO COVERED GARBAGE CAN IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM MUST 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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL PILLAR AND WALL TRIM IN MEAT WALK IN COOLER,MISSING WALL BASES AND HOLE IN WALL IN PRODUCE PREP/DISH WASHING AREA,MEAT PREP AREA- MISSING WALL BASES,BREAKROOM-STAINED CEILING TILES,BAKERY PREP AREA/DISH WASHING AREA- FLOORING IN POOR REPAIR IN FRONT OF 3- COMP SINK.
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 DELI DISPLAY CASE-LIGHT OUT,BAKERY-CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD,MEAT PROCESSING AREA-LIGHT OUT.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2596148 6/12/24 NOT CORRECTED----- -#38 OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM CENTER OF ENTRY DOORS AND GAP ALONG CENTER OF EXIT DOORS MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING. #47 MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR GASKETS ON FROZEN FOODS WALK IN FREEZER. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(NO CITATION ISSUED) EXTENSION GRANTED TO CORRECT THE ABOVE.
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, May 6, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 29, 2025
Fail
12 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
PIC DOSEN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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
OBSERVED NO VALID CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED FOR FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY ONLY A COPY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (CHICKEN,DELI MEATS,ETC)MUST PROVIDE VALID CERTIFICATE AND MAINTAIN.(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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT FIRST HAND SINK IN WOMEN'S 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 LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS BELONGING TO BAKERY IN DELI WALK IN COOLER ON SHELVING UNITS WHEN 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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE SHELVING UNIT TRIM IN DELI WALK IN COOLER,PRODUCE & DAIRY WALK IN COOLER-DOOR IN POOR REPAIR.
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 DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM DAIRY WALK IN COOLER & MEAT PROCESSING AREA FAN GUARD COVERS.
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 A FOUL ODOR COMING FROM IN FLOOR GREASE TRAP IN BAKERY AREA NEAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK MUST CLEAN 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.
OBSERVED NO COVERED GARBAGE CAN IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM MUST 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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL PILLAR AND WALL TRIM IN MEAT WALK IN COOLER,MISSING WALL BASES AND HOLE IN WALL IN PRODUCE PREP/DISH WASHING AREA,MEAT PREP AREA- MISSING WALL BASES,BREAKROOM-STAINED CEILING TILES,BAKERY PREP AREA/DISH WASHING AREA- FLOORING IN POOR REPAIR IN FRONT OF 3- COMP SINK.
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 DELI DISPLAY CASE-LIGHT OUT,BAKERY-CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD,MEAT PROCESSING AREA-LIGHT OUT.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2596148 6/12/24 NOT CORRECTED-#37-3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE IN BAKERY.#38- 6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM CENTER OF ENTRY DOORS AND GAP ALONG CENTER OF EXIT DOORS MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.#47-4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR GASKETS ON FROZEN FOODS WALK IN FREEZER. #49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON DELI-WALK IN COOLER- FANGUARD COVERS.DELI PREP AREA-SHELVING UNITS,GREASE FILTER,WHEEL BASES AND OVENS.BAKERY-ROLLING CART.BAKERY WALK IN FREEZER-FAN GUARD COVERS.PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER-FAN GUARD COVERS.MEAT PROCESSING-UNDERSIDES OF PREP TABLES.MEAT WALK IN COOLER-FAN GUARD COVERS.#55- 6-201.17 : MUST CLEAN DEAD INSECTS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS IN BAKERY PREP AREA,PRODUCE PREP AREA.#55-6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOORS IN DELI PREP AREA & WALK IN COOLER,BAKERY WALK IN FREEZER.#56- 6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN DELI PREP AREA.(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, Apr 29, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 12, 2024
Pass
6 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE IN BAKERY.
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 CENTER OF ENTRY DOORS AND GAP ALONG CENTER AND ACROSS TOP OF EXIT DOORS. MUST MAKE DOORS 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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR GASKETS ON DELI & DAIRY WALK IN COOLER AND FROZEN FOODS WALK IN FREEZER.
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 GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON DELI-WALK IN COOLER-ROLLING CARTS & FANGUARD COVERS.DELI PREP AREA-SHELVING UNITS,GREASE FILTER,WHEEL BASES AND OVENS.BAKERY-ROLLING CART.BAKERY WALK IN FREEZER-FAN GUARD COVERS.PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER-FAN GUARD COVERS.MEAT PROCESSING-UNDERSIDES OF PREP TABLES.MEAT WALK IN COOLER-FAN GUARD COVERS.
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 DEAD INSECTS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS IN BAKERY PREP AREA,PRODUCE 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHTS ABOVE CAKE DISPLAY CASE IN BAKERY AREA.
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.