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The full inspection history
7 inspections
Canvass
Oct 27, 2025
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT BAR AREA AND REAR PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS.
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 SLOW LEAK ON PIPE UNDERNEATH EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. ADDITIONAL WATER PRESSURE NEEDED AT THE ONE OF FIVE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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 SEVERAL WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 27, 2025 · Original Source
Non-Inspection
Oct 21, 2025
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 21, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 5, 2024
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP BETWEEN FRONT ENTRANCE DOUBLE DOORS AND SAME DOORS SWEEPS. MUST RODENT PROOF FRONT DOUBLE DOORS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
VENTILATION HOOD LIGHT BULBS NOT WORKING ALSO OBSERVED CRACKED CEILING LIGHT BULB COVERS ABOVE PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE WORKING LIGHT BULBS FOR VENTILATION HOOD AND REPLACE SAID DAMAGED CEILING PREP AREA LIGHT BULB COVERS.
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.
FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE HAS EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED TO UPDATE.
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, Jun 5, 2024 · Original Source
Non-Inspection
May 20, 2024
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 20, 2024 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Nov 28, 2023
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 28, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 3, 2023
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 3, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 25, 2023
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
INFESTATION OF LIVE RAOCHES ON SITE. WE OBSERVED 5 LIVE ROACHES INSIDE THE PREP COOLER AT THE RIGHT DOOR, HINGES, AND RUBBER GASKET. OVER 20 LIVE BABY ROACHES ARE GOING IN AND OUT FROM INSIDE A BROKEN RUBBER GASKET FROM THE SAME COOLER. LIVE OVER TREE ADULT ROACHES INSIDE THE RUBBER GASKET AT THE STORAGE COOLER IN THE PREP AREA. TWO ADULT ROACHES ATCRACKES OF COUNTER BEHIND THE BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL.REMOVE, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS: INSIDE PREP COOLER, ETC. MUST SEAL ALL CRACKS AND CREVICES. PRIORITY 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
NO QUATERNARY CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE TO CHECK SANITIZING LEVELS FOR THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK THAT WAS SET WITH QUATERNARY SANITIZING SOLUTION. MUST PROVIDES QUATERNARY TEST STRIPS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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.
WASTE WATER BACKS ONTO THE FLOOR IN THE DISHROOM WHEN WATER IS RELEASED BY THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK OR WHEN THE FAUCET IS TURNED ON. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ISSUE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).CITATION ISSUED
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.
UNEVEN AND WITH GRIME CEMENT FLOOR BETWEEN THE KITCHEN AND WALK-IN BEER COOLER.REPAIR ISSUE. THE FLOOR MUST BE SMOOTH, CLEAN, AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL.
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.
DRY FOOD PRODUCTS STORED INSIDE PLASTIC CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH COMMON NAME: BEANS ETC.
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.
MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR STORED 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.
NEED TO REPAIR HOT WATER HANDLE AT HANDWASHING SINK IN DISHROOM.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
MISSING LIGHT SHIELD AT LIGHT FIXTURE IN DISHROOM AREA.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.
NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ARE PROVIDED ON-SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS
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.