4-101.19: **C** Nonfood-Contact Surfaces OBSERVED GASKET OF REACH IN COOLER ENCRUSTED IN FOOD DEBRIS 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.
4-601.11(B): (B) The FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of cooking EQUIPMENT and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. OBSERVED IN PREP STOVE ENCRUSTED IN FOOD DEBRIS 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 16, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 9, 2026
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (SHELLED EGGS) AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES IN PREP AREA AT 86.7F RANGING. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AND DENATURE SAID TCS FOODS AND TO MAINTAIN A COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41F AT ALL TIMES. 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.
PASTEURIZED FOODS USED; PROHIBITED FOODS NOT OFFERED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FACILITY USING UNPASTEURIZED EGGS NOTED FACILITY IS COOKING EGGS TO ORDER (OVER EASY, SUNNY SIDE UP) INSTRUCTED TO STOP THIS PRACTICE FACIITY MUST ONLY USE PASTEURIZED EGG PRODUCT AS FACILITY SERVES IMMUNO-COMPROMISED INDIVIDUALS AND HIGHLY SUSCEPTIBLE POPULATION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED GASKET OF REACH IN COOLER ENCRUSTED IN FOOD DEBRIS 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 IN PREP STOVE ENCRUSTED IN FOOD DEBRIS 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.
NOTED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT # 2619968 CONDUCTED ON 7/2/25. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: (#51) 5-205.15: **C** System Maintained in Good Repair (In Good Repair) OBSERVED THE BASE OF THE FAUCET TO BE LEAKING AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NEXT TO THE DISH MACHINE. OBSERVED THE FAUCET BASE/EXTENSION FOR SPRAYER HOSE AT 2 COMPARTMENT SINK NEXT TO WALK IN COOLERS TO BE LEAKING WHEN IN USE. MUST CORRECT CORE VIOLATIONS BY THE DATE ON THE REPORT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 9, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 2, 2025
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE REAR DOOR LEADING FROM KITCHEN TO THE TRASH AREA TO HAVE A GAP LARGER THAN 1/4 INCH ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A DOOR SWIPE TO PEST PROOF REAR EXIT DOOR.
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 THE BASE OF THE FAUCET TO BE LEAKING AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NEXT TO THE DISH MACHINE. OBSERVED THE FAUCET BASE/EXTENSION FOR SPRAYER HOSE AT 2 COMPARTMENT SINK NEXT TO WALK IN COOLERS TO BE LEAKING WHEN IN USE. OBSERVED THE HOT WATER HANDLER TO NOT FULLY ENGAGE AT ALL TIMES IN THE 2ND FLOOR UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL PLUMBING ISSUES AND LEAKS AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
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 THE 2ND FLOOR UNISEX BATHROOM TO BE MISSING A COVERED TRASH CAN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED TRASH CAN IN EVERY UNISEX AND WOMEN'S BATHROOMS.
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 EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEMS STORED ON THE DRY STORAGE SHELVES IN THE REAR OF KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE AN AREA FOR EMPLOYEES TO STORE PERSONAL ITEMS AND ENSURE THEY ARE STORED IN THE 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 2, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Aug 26, 2024
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
5-205.15 - OBSERVED THE HANDLE OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO BE EXTREMELY LOOSE AND LEAKING FROM THE BASE. SINK IS STILL FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE FAUCET AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
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.
4-601.11(C) - OBSEVED THE SIDES OF THE OVEN AND FRYER TO BE HEAVILY SOILED AND COVERED WITH GREASE BUILD UP AND FOOD PIECES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS FREE OF EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD BUILD UP.
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 THE FLOOR UNDER THE FRYER AND OVEN TO BE HEAVILY SOILED AND COVERED WITH GREASE BUILD UP. OBSERVED FLOOR BELOW 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND DISH MACHINE, AND FLOOR DRAINS BELOW DISH MACHINE AND FOOD PREP SINK ACROSS WALK IN FREEZER TO BE HEAVILY SOILED WITH FOOD DEBRIS, WATER, AND SPILLAGE OF LIQUIDS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS FREE OF EXCESSIVE BUILD UP AND SPILLAGE.
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 26, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Aug 19, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IN DISH ROOM WITH A FINAL SANITIZING RINSE TEMPERATURE OF 153.5F AT TIME OF INSPECTION. MACHINE WAS NOT IN USE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE TO MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE FINAL SANITIZING HOT WATER RINSE TEMPERATURE OF AT LEAST 165F. DISH MACHINE TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS ABLE TO MAINTAIN SANITIZING HOT WATER RINSE TEMPERATURE OF AT LEAST 165F AND REINSPECTED BY CDPH. PRIORITY VIOLATION, 7-38-025. AT TIME OF INSPECTION, MANAGER CALLED IN DISH MACHINE TO BE SERVICED. FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE OF 165.2 WAS ACHIEVED AT TIME OF INSPECTION. TAG REMOVED, DISH MACHINE CAN NOW BE USED BY FACILITY.
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 40 LIVE FRUIT FLIES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN THE DINING AREA, THE MAIN KITCHEN PREPARATION AREA, THE FOOD PREP SINK ACROSS WALK IN FREEZER, AND THE DISH WASHING AREA/ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE FACILITY FOR FLYING INSECTS, AND RECOMMENDED PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AFFECTED AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO KEEP DINING, FOOD PREPARATION, AND DISH WASHING AREAS FREE OF LIVE FRUIT FLIES AND OTHER FLYING INSECTS. 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 THE FLOOR UNDER THE FRYER AND OVEN TO BE HEAVILY SOILED AND COVERED WITH GREASE BUILD UP. OBSERVED FLOOR BELOW 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND DISH MACHINE, AND FLOOR DRAINS BELOW DISH MACHINE AND FOOD PREP SINK ACROSS WALK IN FREEZER TO BE HEAVILY SOILED WITH FOOD DEBRIS, WATER, AND SPILLAGE OF LIQUIDS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS FREE OF EXCESSIVE BUILD UP AND SPILLAGE.
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.
OBSEVED THE SIDES OF THE OVEN AND FRYER TO BE HEAVILY SOILED AND COVERED WITH GREASE BUILD UP AND FOOD PIECES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS FREE OF EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD BUILD UP.
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 HANDLE OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO BE EXTREMELY LOOSE AND LEAKING FROM THE BASE. SINK IS STILL FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE FAUCET AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
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.