4-101.19---OBSERVED SHELVES IN THE WALK IN COOLER RUSTED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN OR 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.
4-601.11(B)---OBSERVED FRYER AND GRILL WITH ACCUMULATION OF GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR 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, Apr 29, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 28, 2026
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
2-102.14---OBSERVED NO PERSON-IN-CHARGE PRESENT WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER 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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
2-101.11---OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID DOCUMENTATION WHILE (TCS FOODS) (chicken, burgers, pizza ETC.)ARE BEING PREPARED/SERVED TO THE CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE, A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT WHILE PREPARING HANDLING AND OR SERVING (TCS FOODS).PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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.
6-501.111---OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 MICE DROPPINGS UNDER DRY STORAGE RACKS AND INBETWEEN CLUTTER ARTICLES STORED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. SUGGESTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY TO TREAT FOR RODENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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.
4-101.19---OBSERVED SHELVES IN THE WALK IN COOLER RUSTED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN OR 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.
4-601.11(B)---OBSERVED FRYER AND GRILL WITH ACCUMULATION OF GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR 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.
6-501.114---OBSERVED CLUTTER (TOOLS,PAINT, LADDERS, OLD CASH REGISTERS, NON WORKING DEVICES,ETC) THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, ORGANIZE 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
6-303.11---OBSERVED DIM LIGHTING THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SUFFICENT LIGHTING 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 28, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 21, 2026
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PERSON-IN-CHARGE PRESENT WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER 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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID DOCUMENTATION WHILE (TCS FOODS) (chicken, burgers, pizza ETC.)ARE BEING PREPARED/SERVED TO THE CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE, A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT WHILE PREPARING HANDLING AND OR SERVING (TCS FOODS).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 NO HAND DRYING PROVISIONS AT THE FRONT AND REAR HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MANTAIN. 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 COOKED RICE AT 106.4F SITTING ON A SHELF. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP TCF FOODS FOR HOT HOLDING AT 135F OR ABOVE AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 4LBS OF RICE VALUED $20.00. 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 APPROXIMATELY 50 MICE DROPPINGS UNDER DRY STORAGE RACKS AND INBETWEEN CLUTTER ARTICLES STORED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. SUGGESTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY TO TREAT FOR RODENTS. 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 SHELVES IN THE WALK IN COOLER RUSTED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN OR 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 FRYER AND GRILL WITH ACCUMULATION OF GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR 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 CLUTTER (TOOLS,PAINT, LADDERS, OLD CASH REGISTERS, NON WORKING DEVICES,ETC) THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, ORGANIZE 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 DIM LIGHTING THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SUFFICENT LIGHTING 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 21, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 4, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 4, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 21, 2025
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO LABEL ON BULK SIZE CONTAINER WITH FLOUR. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL.
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
OBSERVED CARDBOARD BOXES BEING USED TO LINE THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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 IMPROPER STORAGE OF WIPING CLOTH ON THE FOOD PREPARATION TABLE IN THE
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 HOT OR COLD WATER ON PREMISES. HOT WATER IS NOT OBSERVED AT THE FOLLOWING SINKS: PREP HANDSINK, WASHBOWL SINK, 1-COMPARTMENT SINK AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INFORMED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER HOT WATER GENERATION AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS SHALL BE SUFFICIENT TO MEET THE PEAK HOT WATER DEMANDS THROUGH THE RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED IMPROPER STORAGE/DRYING OF MOP IN THE BACK AREA NEAR THE UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO STORE/DRY MOP PROPERLY.
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 LIGHTBULBS OUT AND LIGHT/COVER SHEILD BROKEN IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MANINTAIN.
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.
VIOLATION #58 - NON-COMPLIANCE FROM PREVIOUS REPORT #2597315 DATED 7/10/24. OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE/POSTED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL STAFF HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE(S)AND MAINTAIN RECORDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-42-090. 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, Feb 21, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 10, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
8 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ICE CREAM SCOOP IN HANDWASHING SINK AT THE FRONT SERVING AREA. OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS SOAKING IN HANDWASHING SINK IN DISHWASH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE; ONLY HANDWASHING IS ALLOWED IN HANDWASHING SINK. COS. PRIORITY 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 THE INTERIOR CHUTE OF ICE MACHINE AND SURROUNDING SURFACE SOILED WITH DEBRIS AND BLACK SCUMB SUBSTANCE. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO DISPOSE OF ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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 CONTAINERS USED TO STORE CONDIMENTS (IE: KETCHUP, RANCH DRESSING, TATARE SAUCE, MAYO, SUGAR AND MUSTARD) NOT LABELED. OBSERVED CONTAINERS USED TO STORE FISH AND/OR CHICKEN FLOUR NOT LABELED. MUST LABEL WITH COMMON NAME. COS.
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 WIPING CLOTHS STORED/LAID ON HANDWASHING SINK NEAR DISHWASH AREA AND BY FOOD PREPARATION TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES. COS.
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 CEILING TILE IN THE FRONT SERVING AREA, STAFF RESTROOM, NEAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA NEAR FRYERS AND BACK STORAGE AREA WITH WATER STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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 VENT OVER THE GRILL/STOVE IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA WITH GREASY DEBRIS AND GREASE SPLATTERS ON THE WALLS BEHIND THE GRILL/STOVE/FRYER AREA(S). INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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.
VIOLATION #58 - NON-COMPLIANCE. OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE/POSTED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL STAFF HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE(S)AND MAINTAIN RECORDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.