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The full inspection history
5 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 20, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
1 recorded violation
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SNEEZEGUARDS PROVIDED FOR CUT FRUIT, YOGURT AND GRANOLA IN THE BREAKFAST BUFFET AREA SET UP AT THE BAR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SNEEZEGUARDS TO PROTECT THE FOOD FROM CONTAMINATION. MANAGEMENT REMOVED THE FOOD FROM THE BUFFET LINE THAT WAS NOT PROTECTED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 20, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
May 13, 2026
Fail
2 recorded violations
notedCode 25Food temperature
Official wording
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON THE MENUS FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE OR DESCRIBE WHICH FOODS ON THE MENUS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS TO THE REMINDER STATEMENT WITH AN ASTERISK OR OTHER MEANS. MUST ALSO ADD THE FOLLOWING SENTENCE BEFORE THE REMINDER STATEMENT:"THESE FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED OR MAY CONTAIN RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS." PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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 APPROX. 50 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS ON THE WALLS, CEILING AND EQUIPMENT IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND DISHROOM, DRY STORAGE ROOM AND HALLWAY OUTSIDE OF THE FOOD PREP AREA, AND BEHIND THE BAR. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 13, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 11, 2025
Pass
3 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 SINKS IN THE EMPLOYEES AND CUSTOMERS WASHROOMS. MUST 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.
OBSERVED EXCESS DUST BUILD UP CEILING VENTILATION VENT IN FRONT SERVICE STATION AREA. MUST 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, Feb 11, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 20, 2024
Pass
10 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING HANDWASHING SINK SIGNAGE AT BAR AREA HANDWASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS 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.
OBSERVED INOPERABLE EXTRERNAL THERMOMETER AT THE WALK-IN FREEZER AND KITCHEN AREA UPRIGHT COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE OPERATIONAL THERMOMETERS FOR ALL EQUIPMENT USED TO STORE TCS FOOD AND MAINTAIN.
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 BULK DRY FOOD CONTAINERS IN KITCHEN AREA MISSING ADEQUATE FOOD LABELING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS WITH THE COMMON NAME OF THE FOOD ITEM FOR ALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.
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 FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES IN THE KITCHEN AREA MISSING ADEQUATE BEARD RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE BEARD RESTRAINTS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES REQUIRING BEARD RESTRAINTS AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
OBSERVED KITCHEN AREA 2-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET LEAKING AND IN POOR REPAIR, AND OBSERVED UTILITY SINK DRAIN COVER IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE PLUMBING FIXTURES 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 FOLLOWING PHYSICAL FACILITIES TO BE SOILED: SOIL AND DEBRIS BEHIND WATER TANK IN LIQUOR STORAGE AREA, SOIL AND GREASE ON FLOOR BENEATH SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN BEER COOLER, SOIL ON FLOOR AND FLOOR DRAIN BENEATH DISH MACHINE IN KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FACILITY FLOORS AND FIXTURES AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF SOIL AND DEBRIS 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 EMPLOYEE PERSONAL CLOTHING ITEM STORED IN KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE EMPLOYEE PERSONAL CLOTHING ITEMS TO DESIGNATED EMPLOYEE STORAGE AREAS OR LOCKER ROOMS.
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.
NOTED PEELING PLASTIC AS A MEANS OF PROTECTANT ON THE METAL SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE AND CARDBOARD COVERING LIQUOR STORAGE AREA SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PLASTIC WRAP AND CARDBOARD TO ALLOW FOR ADEQUATE CLEANING OF UNDERLYING SMOOTH, EASILY-CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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 SOME DEBRIS ON THE SURROUNDING AREA OF THE TRASH COMPACTORS. MUST MAINTAIN CLEAN.
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, Mar 20, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 19, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
11 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BULK DRY FOOD CONTAINERS IN KITCHEN AREA MISSING ADEQUATE FOOD LABELING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS WITH THE COMMON NAME OF THE FOOD ITEM FOR ALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.
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 FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES IN THE KITCHEN AREA MISSING ADEQUATE BEARD RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE BEARD RESTRAINTS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES REQUIRING BEARD RESTRAINTS AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT.
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 KITCHEN AREA 2-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET LEAKING AND IN POOR REPAIR, AND OBSERVED UTILITY SINK DRAIN COVER IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE PLUMBING FIXTURES 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.
NOTED SOME DEBRIS ON THE SURROUNDING AREA OF THE TRASH COMPACTORS. MUST MAINTAIN CLEAN.
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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING HANDWASHING SINK SIGNAGE AT BAR AREA HANDWASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS 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.
OBSERVED LOW-TEMPERATURE CHLORINE CHEMICAL DISH MACHINE AT BAR AREA AT IMPROPER SANITIZER CONCENTRATION OF 0.0 PPM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE EQUIPMENT TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SANITIZER CONCENTRATION. EQUIPMENT TAGGED FOR INSPECTION ON-SITE. FACILITY MUST CEASE USE OF WAREWASHING EQUIPMENT UNTIL ADEQUATE SANITIZER IS DISPENSED AND C.D.P.H IS NOTIFIED FOR REINSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-025 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 INOPERABLE EXTRERNAL THERMOMETER AT THE WALK-IN FREEZER AND KITCHEN AREA UPRIGHT COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE OPERATIONAL THERMOMETERS FOR ALL EQUIPMENT USED TO STORE TCS FOOD AND MAINTAIN.
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 THE FOLLOWING PHYSICAL FACILITIES TO BE SOILED: SOIL AND DEBRIS BEHIND WATER TANK IN LIQUOR STORAGE AREA, SOIL AND GREASE ON FLOOR BENEATH SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN BEER COOLER, SOIL ON FLOOR AND FLOOR DRAIN BENEATH DISH MACHINE IN KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FACILITY FLOORS AND FIXTURES AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF SOIL AND DEBRIS 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 EMPLOYEE PERSONAL CLOTHING ITEM STORED IN KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE EMPLOYEE PERSONAL CLOTHING ITEMS TO DESIGNATED EMPLOYEE STORAGE AREAS OR LOCKER ROOMS.
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.