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The full inspection history
6 inspections
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jun 13, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED INOPERABLE VENTILATION FAN IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN WASHROOM. WAITING ON PARTS TO REPAIR VENTILATION FAN. HAS AN ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL WASHROOM ON SITE. (5 EMPLOYEES)
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, Jun 13, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jun 4, 2025
Fail
6 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 WITH CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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 CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHEN TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW DEVICE ON UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE 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 NUMEROUS OPENINGS IN FLOOR AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN PREP, STORAGE, AND DISH WASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE ALL DAMAGED FLOOR SURFACES 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 INOPERABLE VENTILATION FAN IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN WASHROOM.
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.
AT THIS TIME STILL FINDING RODENT ACTIVITY. RAT DROPPINGS IN BASEMENT AREA ON THE FLOOR, AND LEDGE, RAT DROPPINGS IN THE UNUSED STOVE UNDER THE GRILL, MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FIRST FLOOR ON THE FLOOR UNDER EQUIPMENT, ON SHELVES IN THE REAR ON TOP OF STORAGE CONTAINERS, ON THE FLOOR IN THE OFFICE AREA IN THE CORNER AND NEAR THE FURNACE ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE BOOK SHELF AND ON THE WINDOW SILL IN THE FRONT AREA BY A FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AGAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 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, Jun 4, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
May 21, 2025
Fail
8 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 WITH CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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 CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHEN TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
OBSERVED NO ADEQUATE STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE STOPPERS 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 GREASE BUILDUP INSIDE FRYER CABINETS, FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF SHELVING UNITS, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS. 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.
OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW DEVICE ON UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE 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 UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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 INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE 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.
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT# 2617148 ON 5-8-25:38- OBSERVED OVER 100 RAT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN PREP, DISH WASHING, STORAGE, STAIRWAY AND BASEMENT AREAS. OBSERVED OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON BULK CONTAINERS, INSIDE VANITY CABINETS, ON EQUIPMENT AND FLOORS IN OFFICE, PREP, STORAGE, AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. 60-PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2608349 ON 12-3-24:51-THE MOP SINK IS CLOGGED; INSTRUCTED TO UNCLOG SINK AND MAINTAIN. ONE WASHROOM ON PREMISES IS INOPERABLE DUE TO A BROKEN TOILET; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. 53-NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT MENS WASHROOM DOOR; INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.(ESTABLISHMENT HAS TWO WASHROOMS. TWO EMPLOYEES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION). PRIORITY 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, May 21, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
May 8, 2025
Fail
10 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 WITH CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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 CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHEN TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 HAND WASHING SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA NOT ACCISSIBLE, CLOGGED AND NOT DRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR SINK AND MAKE ACCESSIBLE FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 OVER 100 RAT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN PREP, DISH WASHING, STORAGE, STAIRWAY AND BASEMENT AREAS. OBSERVED OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON BULK CONTAINERS, INSIDE VANITY CABINETS, ON EQUIPMENT AND FLOORS IN OFFICE, PREP, STORAGE, AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANGER 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 NO ADEQUATE STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE STOPPERS 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 GREASE BUILDUP INSIDE FRYER CABINETS, FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF SHELVING UNITS, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS. 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.
OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW DEVICE ON UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE 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 UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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 INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE 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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2608349 ON 12-3-24:51-THE MOP SINK IS CLOGGED; INSTRUCTED TO UNCLOG SINK AND MAINTAIN. ONE WASHROOM ON PREMISES IS INOPERABLE DUE TO A BROKEN TOILET; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. 53-NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT MENS WASHROOM DOOR; INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.(ESTABLISHMENT HAS TWO WASHROOMS. TWO EMPLOYEES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION). 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, May 8, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Dec 3, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
INSTRUCED TO CLEAN THE SHELVES UNDER THE PREP TABLE, CLEAN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNIT STORING RAW CHICKEN TO REMOVE ODOR NOTED, CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES AND INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS.
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.
THE MOP SINK IS CLOGGED; INSTRUCTED TO UNCLOG SINK AND MAINTAIN. ONE WASHROOM ON PREMISES IS INOPERABLE DUE TO A BROKEN TOILET; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. (ESTABLISHMENT HAS TWO WASHROOMS. TWO EMPLOYEES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION).
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.
NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT MENS WASHROOM DOOR; INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS IN AREAS WHERE DROPPINGS OBSERVED. ALSO CLEAN AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND VARIOUS EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED 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, Dec 3, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Nov 19, 2024
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON DUTY AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. TCS FOODS ARE BEING COOKED AND SERVED AT THIS TIME. 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.
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
FOUND UNSIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES IN A FOLDER; INSTRUCTED THAT FORMS MUST BE SIGNED BY EMPLOYEES AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 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.
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENTS ON PREMISES. FOUND 60 OR MORE RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR BY THE STOVE, IN REAR STORAGE AREA UNDER SHELF AND OTHER SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT PRIOR TO REINSPECTION. 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.
INSTRUCED TO CLEAN THE SHELVES UNDER THE PREP TABLE, CLEAN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNIT STORING RAW CHICKEN TO REMOVE ODOR NOTED, CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES AND INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS.
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.
THE MOP SINK IS CLOGGED; INSTRUCTED TO UNCLOG SINK AND MAINTAIN. ONE WASHROOM ON PREMISES IS INOPERABLE DUE TO A BROKEN TOILET; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. (ESTABLISHMENT HAS TWO WASHROOMS. TWO EMPLOYEES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION).
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.
NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT MENS WASHROOM DOOR; INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS IN AREAS WHERE DROPPINGS OBSERVED. ALSO CLEAN AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND VARIOUS EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED 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.