Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 19, 2026
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 19, 2026 · Original Source
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7030 S Ashland Ave
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Canvass Re-Inspection
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 19, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
2 recorded violations
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
No hands drying provision provide at deli and fresh meat stations, Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c).
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.
More about handwashing problemsSEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
Waste water backing up from floor drain where the 3-comp sink drains into spilling on kitchen's floor. Instructed manager to repair plumbing and maintain. Priority violation 7-38-030(c).
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 12, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
2 recorded violations
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED THE DOOR SWEEP AT DOOR 3 IN THE RECEIVING AREA IN POOR REPAIR; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DOOR SWEEP.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED SOME FLOOR DRAINS UNDER VARIOUS SINKS IN NEED OF CLEANING; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DRAINS WHERE NEEDED. OBSERVED DUST ON THE CEILINGS OF THE CUSTOMER WASHROOMS BY THE VENTILATION FAN; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AREA TO REMOVE DUST.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 21, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
3 recorded violations
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED THE DOOR SWEEP AT DOOR 3 IN THE RECEIVING AREA IN POOR REPAIR; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DOOR SWEEP.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsSEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
OBSERVED WASTE WATER BACKING UP FROM THE FLOOR DRAIN IN THE PRODUCE PREP AREA; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED SOME FLOOR DRAINS UNDER VARIOUS SINKS IN NEED OF CLEANING; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DRAINS WHERE NEEDED. OBSERVED DUST ON THE CEILINGS OF THE CUSTOMER WASHROOMS BY THE VENTILATION FAN; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AREA TO REMOVE DUST.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 17, 2025 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
7 recorded violations
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesCITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
2-101.11 OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED, AND SERVED, SUCH AS (SLICING DELI MEATS, BAKED GOODS, FRESH GROUND MEATS, ETC.)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesTHERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
4-204.112(B) : MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR CAKE DISPLAY COOLERS THAT AREN'T OPERABLE AT THIS TIME.
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesFOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS FOR DAIRY- WALK IN COOLER & MAIN WALK IN FREEZER
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsNON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM EXTERIOR OF OVEN IN DELI.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILING IN BAKERY PREP AREA.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
6-202.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS IN BAKERY DISH WASHING AREA,BURNTOUT LIGHTS IN BAKERY PREP AREA.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 29, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
5 recorded violations
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM EXTERIOR OF OVEN IN DELI.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS IN BAKERY DISH WASHING AREA,BURNTOUT LIGHTS IN BAKERY PREP AREA.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesTHERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR CAKE DISPLAY COOLERS THAT AREN'T OPERABLE AT THIS TIME.
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesFOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS FOR DAIRY- WALK IN COOLER & MAIN WALK IN FREEZER.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILING IN BAKERY PREP AREA.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 5, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
9 recorded violations
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR GASKET ON BAKERY WALK IN FREEZER
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsTHERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
4-204.112(B) : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE EXTERIOR THERMOMETER NOT OPERABLE ON DELI WALK IN COOLER.
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesNON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM DELI WALK IN COOLER- EXTERIOR OF FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS & ROLLING CARTS.BAKERY-WALK IN FREEZER FAN GUARD COVERS,PREP TABLES.BREAD DISPLAY SHELVING UNITS ON SALES FLOOR.PRODUCE SALES FLOOR-VEGETABLE DISPLAY UNIT.PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER-SHELVING UNITS.MEAT PROCESSING -PREP TABLES,ROLLING CARTS.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsTOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
5-501.17 : MUST PROVIDE A LID ON GARBAGE CAN IN STAFF UNISEX TOILET ROOM.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOORS UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT ALL PREP AREAS,WALK IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS, SALES FLOOR,INCLUDING FLOOR DRAINS WHERE NEEDED.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
6-202.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DELI & BAKERY-CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD & LIGHT OUT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT
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.
More about building upkeep issuesALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
: 2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
6-301.14 : MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS IN CUSTOMERS MEN'S & WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS
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.
More about handwashing problemsFOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE IN BAKERY AREA.
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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 18, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
13 recorded violations
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesTHERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE EXTERIOR THERMOMETER NOT OPERABLE ON DELI WALK IN COOLER.
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesFOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE IN BAKERY AREA.
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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsINSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 60 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH DELI COLD HOLDING DISPLAY UNIT ON SALES FLOOR/MIXED IN WITH DEBRIS BUILD UP AND REAR STORAGE AREA-GAS STATION ITEMS ALSO A DEAD MOUSE UNDER DELI DISPLAY UNIT. MUST REMOVED DROPPINGS & MOUSE CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 4/11/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsFOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR GASKET ON BAKERY WALK IN FREEZER.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsNON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM DELI WALK IN COOLER- EXTERIOR OF FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS & ROLLING CARTS.BAKERY-WALK IN FREEZER FAN GUARD COVERS,PREP TABLES.BREAD DISPLAY SHELVING UNITS ON SALES FLOOR.PRODUCE SALES FLOOR-VEGETABLE DISPLAY UNIT.PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER-SHELVING UNITS.MEAT PROCESSING -PREP TABLES,ROLLING CARTS.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BAKERY-CEILING TILE IN POOR REPAIR,LOWER TRIM AT OVEN IN POOR REPAIR.MEAT PROCESSING-WALL IN POOR REPAIR LEADING TO WALK IN COOLER.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesPERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesCITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (SLICING TURKEY,CHICKEN WINGS,RICE,ETC) MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS IN CUSTOMERS MEN'S & WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS.
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.
More about handwashing problemsTOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
MUST PROVIDE A LID ON GARBAGE CAN IN STAFF UNISEX TOILET ROOM.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DELI & BAKERY-CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD & LIGHT OUT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 11, 2024 · Original Source