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6 inspections
Canvass
Apr 15, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT BASEMENT.MUST 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 15, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 7, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 7, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 5, 2025
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS THROGUHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
4-101.17 WOOD SHELVES USED FOR DRY FOOD CONTAINERS AND BAGS WITH FLOURS SUGAR ETC MUST BE REPLACED.EXTREMELY IN POOR REPAIR,SURFACE NOT EASILY CLEANABLE.
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 PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2616513 DATED 04/28/2025 #49) 4-601.11(C): OBSERVED HEAVY FOOD DEBRIS AND ACCUMULATION BUILT ON THE PREPARATION TABLE SHELVES AND ROLLING PIN HOLDER IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE AREAS FREE OF FOOD DEBRIS AND RESIDUE ACCUMULATION. #51) 5-205.15 TWO COMPARTMENT SINK AREA LEAKING FROM THE SIDES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE SINK, REPAIR 2-COMPARTMENT SINK. #55)6-501.11 OBSERVED DAMAGED, MISSING, AND SAGGING CEILING TILES IN THE OVEN/BAKING AREA. OBSERVED MISSING COVER ON AIR HANDLING UNIT LOCATED NEXT TO BATHROOM AT REAR EXIT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN CEILING AND AIR HANDLING UNIT. #55) 6-501.11 OBSERVED HEAVY FOOD DEBRIS, DUST, AND GREASE BUILD UP IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: FLOORS AND WALLS BELOW TABLE IN THE MAIN PREPARATION AREA; THE FLOOR BELOW THE 2 COMPARTMENT SINK; FLOOR AND WALLS IN THE REAR BAKING/OVEN AREA ARE SOILED WITH DUST AND GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS FREE OF FOOD DEBRIS, DUST BUILD UP, AND GREASE ACCUMULATION. PRIORITY VIOLATIONS: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, May 5, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 28, 2025
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 8Handwashing
Official wording
HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHING HANDS AT REAR ONE COMPARTMENT SINK(POT SINK). MUST WASH HANDS ONLY AT HANDWASHING SINK. MUST WASH HANDS EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.MANAGER CORRECTED THE ISSUE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-010,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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
HANDWASHING SINKS IN PREP AREAS/DISHROOM NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR HAND WASHING.REAR HANDWASHING IN FRONT WAS YELLOW BUCKET WITH MOPS INSIDE AND MOP HANDLES IN FRONT THE SINK BLOCKING THE FAUCET ON THE SIDE AN ATTACHEMENT FOR THE DOUGH MIXER . OBSERVED HANDWSHING SINK BY THE FRONT PREP ARE,A BOX FULL OF GARBAGE IN FRONT SAID SINK.UPON MY REQUEST MENTIONED ITEMS WAS REMOVED FROM BOTH HANDWASHING SINK. 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 OVER 20 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE UNCOVERED BASE OF THE AIR HANDLING UNIT LOCATED NEXT TO THE BATHROOM AT THE REAR EXIT DOOR. ALSO OVER 40 MICE DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREAS(SHELVES BETWEEN DRY FOOD) AND STAIRCASE THAT GOES DOWN TO THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN THE AREA FREE OF RODENT DROPPINGS. 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.
WOOD SHELVES USED FOR DRY FOOD CONTAINERS AND BAGS WITH FLOURS SUGAR ETC MUST BE REPLACED.EXTREMELY IN POOR REPAIR,SURFACE NOT EASILY CLEANABLE.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 5-6-2024,REPORT# 2594599 #49) 4-601.11(C): OBSERVED HEAVY FOOD DEBRIS AND ACCUMULATION BUILT ON THE PREPARATION TABLE SHELVES AND ROLLING PIN HOLDER IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE AREAS FREE OF FOOD DEBRIS AND RESIDUE ACCUMULATION. #51) 5-205.15 TWO COMPARTMENT SINK AREA LEAKING FROM THE SIDES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE SINK,REPAIR 2-COMPARTMENT SINK. #53) 5-501.17: OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN BOTH BATHROOM AT THE FACILITY AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN EACH UNISEX BATHROOM. #55)6-501.11 OBSERVED DAMAGED, MISSING, AND SAGGING CEILING TILES IN THE OVEN/BAKING AREA. OBSERVED MISSING COVER ON AIR HANDLING UNIT LOCATED NEXT TO BATHROOM AT REAR EXIT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN CEILING AND AIR HANDLING UNIT. #55) 6-501.11 OBSERVED HEAVY FOOD DEBRIS, DUST, AND GREASE BUILD UP IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: FLOORS AND WALLS BELOW TABLE IN THE MAIN PREPARATION AREA; THE FLOOR BELOW THE 2 COMPARTMENT SINK; FLOOR AND WALLS IN THE REAR BAKING/OVEN AREA ARE SOILED WITH DUST AND GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS FREE OF FOOD DEBRIS, DUST BUILD UP, AND GREASE ACCUMULATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS: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, Apr 28, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 15, 2024
Pass
7 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE BINS AND FLOUR CONTAINERS TO BE STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AND THE PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS ON SHELVES AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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 UTENSILS STORED ON SOILED SHELVES AND EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA UNDER TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE IN-USE UTENSILS IN A CLEAN AND DRY LOCATION IN BETWEEN USES.
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.
OBSERVED BAKING SHEETS AND PANS STORED ON THE FLOOR BENEATH SHELVES THROUGHOUT THE REAR PREPARATION AND BAKING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ALL EQUIPMENT INVERTED AND AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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.
OBSERVED HEAVY FOOD DEBRIS AND ACCUMULATION BUILT ON THE PREPARATION TABLE SHELVES AND ROLLING PIN HOLDER IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE AREAS FREE OF FOOD DEBRIS AND RESIDUE ACCUMULATION.
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 SLOW DRAINING HAND SINK IN BAKERY PREPARATION AREA AND BENT FAUCET AT 2 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA TO BE LEAKING FROM THE SIDES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE SINKS TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE DRAINAGE TO HAND SINK AND TO FIX LEAK AT 2-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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 NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN BOTH BATHROOM AT THE FACILITY AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN EACH UNISEX BATHROOM.
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 DAMAGED, MISSING, AND SAGGING CEILING TILES IN THE OVEN/BAKING AREA. OBSERVED MISSING COVER ON AIR HANDLING UNIT LOCATED NEXT TO BATHROOM AT REAR EXIT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN CEILING AND AIR HANDLING UNIT.
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, May 15, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
May 6, 2024
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE BINS AND FLOUR CONTAINERS TO BE STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AND THE PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS ON SHELVES AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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 SLOW DRAINING HAND SINK IN BAKERY PREPARATION AREA AND BENT FAUCET AT 2 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA TO BE LEAKING FROM THE SIDES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE SINKS TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE DRAINAGE TO HAND SINK AND TO FIX LEAK AT 2-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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 NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN BOTH BATHROOM AT THE FACILITY AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN EACH UNISEX BATHROOM.
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 REAR SCREEN DOOR TO BE DAMAGED WITH MISSING SCREEN AT THE REAR EXIT OF FACILITY. ALSO OBSERVED WAS A HOLE AT THE BASE OF THE DOOR THRESHOLD AT THE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR SCREEN DOOR AND REPAIR HOLE AT BASE TO RODENT-PROOF DOOR TO EXTERIOR.
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 UTENSILS STORED ON SOILED SHELVES AND EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA UNDER TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE IN-USE UTENSILS IN A CLEAN AND DRY LOCATION IN BETWEEN USES.
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.
OBSERVED BAKING SHEETS AND PANS STORED ON THE FLOOR BENEATH SHELVES THROUGHOUT THE REAR PREPARATION AND BAKING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ALL EQUIPMENT INVERTED AND AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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.
OBSERVED HEAVY FOOD DEBRIS AND ACCUMULATION BUILT ON THE PREPARATION TABLE SHELVES AND ROLLING PIN HOLDER IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE AREAS FREE OF FOOD DEBRIS AND RESIDUE ACCUMULATION.
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 HEAVY FOOD DEBRIS, DUST, AND GREASE BUILD UP IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: FLOORS AND WALLS BELOW TABLE IN THE MAIN PREPARATION AREA; THE FLOOR BELOW THE 2 COMPARTMENT SINK; FLOOR AND WALLS IN THE REAR BAKING/OVEN AREA ARE SOILED WITH DUST AND GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS FREE OF FOOD DEBRIS, DUST BUILD UP, AND GREASE ACCUMULATION.
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.