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The full inspection history
5 inspections
Canvass
May 9, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
WATER LEAKS PROFUSELY FROM THE SPRAYER ON THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO FIX AND MAINTAIN GOOD PLUMBING.
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.
THE WALL IS IN POOR REPAIR/DAMAGED BEHIND THE POTATO AND DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SURFACES TO MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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.
EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE EMPLOYEES OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID FOOD HANDLER 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, May 9, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Apr 29, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 29, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Apr 22, 2024
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
5-202.12(B-D) OBSERVED A HAND WASHING SINK NOT PROVIDING A WATER FLOW FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-305.11 OBSERVED AN INSECT LIGHT ABOVE THE PIZZA DOUGH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE PIZZA DOUGH MACHINE AND NOT STORE ANYTHING UNDER THE INSECT LIGHTS.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
4-204.115 OBSERVED THE FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE GAUGE INADEQUATELY MEASURING THE FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE OF THE HIGH-TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE; AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION, SAID GAUGE WAS ONLY MEASURING BETWEEN 150F-170F. THE MANAGER VERIFIED THE FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE OF 180F BY UTILIZING A HIGH-TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE TEST STRIP. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SAID FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE GAUGE TO REFLECT THE CORRECT FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
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.
6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED ABOUT 30 RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN VARIOUS AREAS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED ABOUT 25 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON THE WALL BY THE FRUIT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
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.
5-205.15 OBSERVED ONE OF 4 HAND WASHING SINKS NOT PROPERLY TURNING ON IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL HAND-WASHING SINKS.
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.
6-501.114 OBSERVED ITEMS (EMPTY CONTAINERS) BEING STORED DIRECTLY ON THE FLOOR AND AGAINST THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO STORE EVERYTHING AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE GROUND AND 6 INCHES AWAY FROM THE WALL AT ALL TIMES.
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 RUST DEPOSITS ON BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE IN DESSERT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/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 RESIDUE ON INTERIOR SURFACE OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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.
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE FORKS NOT INVERTED ON SHELVING UNIT IN PREP AREA. INTSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
OBSERVED MISSING COLD WATER HANDLES ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NEAR DISH MACHINE, LEAKING FAUCETS ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS AND UTILITY SINK. 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.
OBSERVED LOOSE BASEBOARDS AND DAMAGED WALL SURFACES IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS. 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 3, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 27, 2023
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED OVER 50 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN ELECTRICAL CLOSETS AND BEHIND PALLETS IN PREP AREA. OBSERVED SEVERAL FLYING INSECTS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. 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.
OBSERVED MISSING COLD WATER HANDLES ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NEAR DISH MACHINE, LEAKING FAUCETS ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS AND UTILITY SINK. 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.
OBSERVED WATER, FOOD DEBRIS AND DUST BUILDUP ON FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING VENTS AND CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HOT WATER (60.2F-83.5F)AT FOUR HAND WASHING SINKS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AT LEAST 100F WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY 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 RESIDUE ON INTERIOR SURFACE OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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.
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE FORKS NOT INVERTED ON SHELVING UNIT IN PREP AREA. INTSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
OBSERVED RUST DEPOSITS ON BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE IN DESSERT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/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.