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4 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 17, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
4 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(C): OBSERVED THE OUTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND COLD HOLDING UNIT BEING USED AS A PREP TABLE IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA WITH GREASE BUILD UP. THE SIDES OF, THE WHEELS, AND THE SHELVES UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NED OF DEEP CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP 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.
6-501.13: OBSERVED THE FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN NEED OF CLEANING. THE FLOORS AND WALLS IN THE TOILET ROOM, NEAR THE FRYER OIL RECYCLING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR, AND IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP 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
6-202.11: OBSERVED A BLOWN OUT LIGHT BULB UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED 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.
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PREVIOUS INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT POSTED ON SITE FROM 10/10/2025, REPORT #2625219. SUMMARY REPORT WAS POSTED UNDER PILES ON PAPER AND NOT ABLE TO BE SEEN. NEW SUMMARY REPORT GIVEN AND POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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, Oct 17, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 10, 2025
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
UPON ARRIVAL, OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE, WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. INSTRUCTED A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT THE END OF THE WALK-THROUGH. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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
OBSERVED DISHWASHING AREA, FRONT FOOD PREP AREA, AND TOILET ROOM MISSING HAND DRYING PROVISIONS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND DRYING PROVISIONS AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AND MAINTAIN. PERSON IN CHARGE WENT TO STORE TO PURCHASE ROLLS OF PAPER TOWEL BEFORE THE CONCLUSION OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005, 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 OUTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND COLD HOLDING UNIT BEING USED AS A PREP TABLE IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA WITH GREASE BUILD UP. THE SIDES OF, THE WHEELS, AND THE SHELVES UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NED OF DEEP CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP 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.
OBSERVED THE FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN NEED OF CLEANING. THE FLOORS AND WALLS IN THE TOILET ROOM, NEAR THE FRYER OIL RECYCLING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR, AND IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP 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
OBSERVED A BLOWN OUT LIGHT BULB UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED 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.
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 12/12/2024, REPORT # 2609032 #37: 3-602.11(A; B:1-4,6,7; C; D)OBSERVED NO/MISSING LABELS ON FOOD ITEMS, FLOUR, SUGAR, SALT AND CONDIMENTS (HOT/MILD SAUCES) IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. #39: 3-307.11 OBSERVED NO SPLASH GUARD ON LEFT SIDE OF HANDWASHING SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SPLASH GUARD ON LEFT SIDE OF HANDWASHING SINK DISHWASHING AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION. #53: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO TRASH CAN LID/COVER IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. #53: 6-501.19 OBSERVED NO/BROKEN SELF CLOSING DOOR AT THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. #55:6-201.11OBSERVED BUILD UP OF DEBRIS AND DIRT ON CEILING TILES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND NOTICED BROKEN OR MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE WAITING/DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. #56: 6-501.14 OBSERVED DIRTY HOOD FILTERS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA OVER THE FRYERS/GRILL AND DIRTY VENT FILTERS OVERHEAD IN THE CEILINGS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED MUST CORRECT ALL OF THE ABOVE VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION:7-42-090, CITATION ISSUED
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
3-602.11(A; B:1-4,6,7; C; D) OBSERVED NO/MISSING LABELS ON FOOD ITEMS, FLOUR, SUGAR, SALT AND CONDIMENTS (HOT/MILD SAUCES) IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-307.11 OBSERVED NO SPLASH GUARD ON LEFT SIDE OF HANDWASHING SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SPLASH GUARD ON LEFT SIDE OF HANDWASHING SINK DISHWASHING AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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.
2-402.11 OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WITH NO HAIRNET/HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.
4-102.11 OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS (BREAD/BUNS) BEING STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN FOOD PREP AREA AND IN COOLER IN THE FRONT SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS/FREEZER BAGS TO STORE FOOD ITEMS.
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.
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED BUILD UP OF ICE ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK IN FREEZER. 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.
6-501.19 OBSERVED NO/BROKEN SELF CLOSING DOOR AT THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO TRASH CAN LID/COVER IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. 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.
6-501.113 OBSERVED UNUSED/OLD EQUIPMENT (COOLER) IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FROM PREMISES. 6-201.11 OBSERVED BUILD UP OF DEBRIS AND DIRT ON CEILING TILES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND NOTICED BROKEN OR MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE WAITING/DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-501.14 OBSERVED DIRTY HOOD FILTERS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA OVER THE FRYERS/GRILL AND DIRTY VENT FILTERS OVERHEAD IN THE CEILINGS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 6-202.11 OBSERVED NO/MISSING LIGHTBULB COVERS/SHIELDS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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, Dec 12, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Dec 9, 2024
Fail
13 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. OPERATOR PURCHASED AND PROVIDED PAPERTOWELS AT THE HANDSINK. 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 CHICKEN NOT IN SOUND CONDITION IN FOOD PREP AREA COOLER; APPROX ONE AND A HALF LBS OF CHICKEN SPOILED AND SMELLED RANCID. INSTRUCTED TO DISPOSE IN TRASH AND DENATURED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-40-050(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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 FOOD ITEMS NOT AT THE PROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURE, SLICED TOMATOS AT 65.5F AND SLICED CHEESE AT 64.7F IN PREP AREA COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO DISPOSE IN TRASH AND DENATURED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 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 NO/MISSING LABELS ON FOOD ITEMS, FLOUR, SUGAR, SALT AND CONDIMENTS (HOT/MILD SAUCES) IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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 NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(C). 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SPLASH GUARD ON LEFT SIDE OF HANDWASHING SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SPLASH GUARD ON LEFT SIDE OF HANDWASHING SINK DISHWASHING AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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 EMPLOYEE WITH NO HAIRNET/HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS (BREAD/BUNS) BEING STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN FOOD PREP AREA AND IN COOLER IN THE FRONT SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS/FREEZER BAGS TO STORE FOOD ITEMS.
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 BUILD UP OF ICE ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK IN FREEZER. 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.
OBSERVED NO/BROKEN SELF CLOSING DOOR AT THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. 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.
OBSERVED BUILD UP OF DEBRIS AND DIRT ON CEILING TILES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND NOTICED BROKEN OR MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE WAITING/DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO/MISSING LIGHTBULB COVERS/SHIELDS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.