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The full inspection history
4 inspections
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jan 22, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 43Equipment and utensils
Official wording
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
Inspector’s notes
3-304.12 OBSERVED A CONTAINER (BEING USED AS A SCOOP) INSIDE OF THE CONTAINER OR CHICKEN. INSTRUCTED NOT TO STORE UTENSILS DIRECTLY IN FOOD AND ALWAYS STORE UTENSILS PROPERLY. OBSERVED A FOOD STRAINER BEING USED AS A FLOOR DRAIN STRAINER UNDER THE 2 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 22, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Jan 15, 2025
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY AND EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED ABOUT 3 LIVE COCKROACHES UNDER THE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA AND OBSERVED ABOUT 5 RODENT DROPPINGS UNDER THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE ABOUT 5 RODENT DROPPINGS IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA ON THE GROUND, AND ABOUT 2 RODENT DROPPINGS ON THE PREP COOLER UNIT TOP DRAWERS. 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(A).
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.
3-304.12 OBSERVED A CONTAINER (BEING USED AS A SCOOP) INSIDE OF THE CONTAINER OR CHICKEN. INSTRUCTED NOT TO STORE UTENSILS DIRECTLY IN FOOD AND ALWAYS STORE UTENSILS PROPERLY. OBSERVED A FOOD STRAINER BEING USED AS A FLOOR DRAIN STRAINER UNDER THE 2 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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.
5-501.15 OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER MISSING A LID. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE LID OR REPLACE THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(B).
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.
8-404.13(B:4) OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2603143 DATED 9/19/24; 37 - 3-302.12 OBSERVED SPICES OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING IN CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE PRODUCT NAMES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. 49 - 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BETWEEN AND INSIDE THE REFRIGERATION UNITS, FRYERS AND WOK STATION. OBSERVED RUST ON THE SHELVES IN A 2 DOOR REFRIGERATION UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND REMOVE RUST. 55 - 6-501.12 OBSERVED FLOORS THROUGHOUT WITH ACCUMULATED DIRT, FOOD, AND GREASE DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090.
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, Jan 15, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Sep 19, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
8 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
2-101.11 OBSERVED THE PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL PERSONS IN CHARGE MUST OBTAIN A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE, MUST POST SAID CERTIFICATE AND BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES THE FACILITY IS OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012. CITATION WRITTEN UNDER VIOLATION #2.
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.
4-602.11 OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARD ATTACHED TO A PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STAINS OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD.
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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
2-101.11 OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS (CHICKEN, SHRIMP) ARE BEING PREPARED HANDLED AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. INSTRUCTED A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 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.
3-302.12 OBSERVED SPICES OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING IN CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE PRODUCT NAMES. 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.
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS IN BETWEEN AND INSIDE OF THE REFRIGERATION UNITS, FRYERS AND WOK STATION. OBSERVED RUST ON THE SHELVES IN A 2 DOOR REFRIGERATION UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND REMOVE RUST.
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.
6-501.12 OBSERVED FLOORS THROUGHOUT WITH ACCUMULATED DIRT FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS. 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-303.11 OBSERVED INADEQUATE LIGHTING BY THE WOK STATION IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE LIGHTING INTENSITY 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
8-304.11(A) OBSERVED THE MOST RECENT INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DATED 9/12/24 NOT POSTED FOR THE PUBLIC'S VIEW. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS POST THE MOST RECENT INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FOR THE PUBLIC'S VIEW AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-010(B).
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, Sep 19, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 12, 2024
Fail
12 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
2-101.11 OBSERVED THE PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL PERSONS IN CHARGE MUST OBTAIN A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE, MUST POST SAID CERTIFICATE AND BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES THE FACILITY IS OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012. CITATION WRITTEN UNDER VIOLATION #2.
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
2-101.11 OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS (CHICKEN, SHRIMP) ARE BEING PREPARED HANDLED AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. INSTRUCTED A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
5-205.11 OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK BLOCKED WITH A CONTAINER INSIDE OF THE BASIN OF THE HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND ALWAYS MAINTAIN ALL HAND WASHING SINKS ACCESSIBLE FOR HAND WASHING AT ALL TIMES. EMPLOYEE REMOVED THE CONTAINER FROM THE BASIN OF THE HAND WASHING SINK DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).
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.
3-501.16(A:1) OBSERVED TCS FOOD AT INADEQUATE HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE LOCATED IN THE CUSTOMER SERVING AREA; OBSERVED ABOUT 1/2 LB OF COOKED PEPPERONI PIZZA AT 98F. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AND DENATURE AND ALWAYS MAINTAIN ALL HOT HOLDING TCS FOODS AT 135F OR ABOVE AT ALL TIMES. EMPLOYEE DISCARD SAID TCS FOOD DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
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.
3-501.17 OBSERVED COOKED TCS READY TO EAT FOODS IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND INSIDE OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS, WITHOUT LABELS THAT CONTAIN THE DISCARD DATES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE LABELS FOR ALL READY TO EAT FOODS THAT ARE HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS INSIDE OF A REFRIGERATION UNIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
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.
3-302.12 OBSERVED SPICES OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING IN CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE PRODUCT NAMES. 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.
6-501.112 OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES ON THE FLOORS AND INSIDE OF A COLD HOLDING UNIT IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL.
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.
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS IN BETWEEN AND INSIDE OF THE REFRIGERATION UNITS, FRYERS AND WOK STATION. OBSERVED RUST ON THE SHELVES IN A 2 DOOR REFRIGERATION UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND REMOVE RUST.
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.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s notes
2-501.11 OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE NOR ADEQUATE SUPPLIES ON SITE TO PROPERLY RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
4-602.11 OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARD ATTACHED TO A PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STAINS OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD.
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.
6-501.12 OBSERVED FLOORS THROUGHOUT WITH ACCUMULATED DIRT FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS. 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-303.11 OBSERVED INADEQUATE LIGHTING BY THE WOK STATION IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE LIGHTING INTENSITY 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.