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5 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jul 21, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-303.11 MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN BOTH FOOD PREP AREAS.
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, Jul 21, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jun 13, 2025
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER NOT PROVIDED AT THE FRONT UPRIGHT BEVERAGE COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER IN IN A CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY-VIEWABLE LOCATION IN ALL EQUIPMENT USED TO COLD-HOLD TCS FOOD ITEMS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DRY RED PEPPER FLAKES PROVIDED IN OPEN, UNPROTECTED PLASTIC CONTAINERS AT EACH INDIVIDUAL TABLE IN THE DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN DRY RED PEPPER FLAKE CONTAINERS AND OTHER CONDIMENTS ADEQUATELY COVERED AND PROTECTED WHEN PROVIDED AT INDIVIDUAL TABLES 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 STAINLESS STEEL WALL SURFACE (ON RIGHT-HAND SIDE OF GRILL) IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA IN POOR REPAIR, PULLING AWAY FROM THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINLESS STEEL WALL SURFACE IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA AND MAINTAIN ALL PHYSICAL FACILITIES IN GOOD REPAIR.
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 FOOD EMPLOYEE WITH EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING TO ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES WITHOUT CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE(S) ON-SITE FOR INSPECTOR REVIEW AT ALL TIMES.
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 13, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
May 29, 2025
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PERSON-IN-CHARGE MISSING CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING AND CERTIFICATE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE EVERY PERSON-IN-CHARGE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE ON-SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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 FOOD EMPLOYEE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING OR ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE PRESENT ON-SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED (COOKED MEAT, MEAT PASTRIES, SOUPS) AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN AT LEAST ONE FOOD EMPLOYEE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING AND ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES OF FOOD OPERATIONS. 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.
OBSERVED INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER NOT PROVIDED AT THE FRONT UPRIGHT BEVERAGE COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER IN IN A CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY-VIEWABLE LOCATION IN ALL EQUIPMENT USED TO COLD-HOLD TCS FOOD ITEMS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DRY RED PEPPER FLAKES PROVIDED IN OPEN, UNPROTECTED PLASTIC CONTAINERS AT EACH INDIVIDUAL TABLE IN THE DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN DRY RED PEPPER FLAKE CONTAINERS AND OTHER CONDIMENTS ADEQUATELY COVERED AND PROTECTED WHEN PROVIDED AT INDIVIDUAL TABLES 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATORS PROVIDED FOR MEASURING UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE AT THE HIGH-TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATORS FOR VERIFYING HIGH-TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE AND MAINTAIN ON-SITE AT ALL TIMES. 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.
OBSERVED STAINLESS STEEL WALL SURFACE (ON RIGHT-HAND SIDE OF GRILL) IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA IN POOR REPAIR, PULLING AWAY FROM THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINLESS STEEL WALL SURFACE IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA AND MAINTAIN ALL PHYSICAL FACILITIES IN GOOD REPAIR.
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 FOOD EMPLOYEE WITH EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING TO ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES WITHOUT CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE(S) ON-SITE FOR INSPECTOR REVIEW AT ALL TIMES.
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, May 29, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Mar 6, 2024
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
NOTED PREPARED, PRE-PACKAGED READY TO EAT FOODS FOR SALE TO GO IN THE FRONT CUSTOMER DISPLAY TOGO COOLER NOT PROPERLY LABELED. MUST PROVIDE THE PRODUCT NAME, LIST OF INGREDIENTS, BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS.
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.
LEAKING FAUCET ON THE WEST KITCHEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 6, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Feb 27, 2024
Fail
11 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
NO HAND WASHING SINK AVAILABLE IN THE CREATED FRONT FOOD PREP AREA WHERE FOODS ARE BEING DISPENSED AND SERVED FROM A DISPLAY CASE, BREADS SLICED, CAPPUCCINO MACHINE AND COFFEE STATION. A WALL HAS BEEN INSTALLED BETWEEN THE ONCE ONE FULL FOOD PREP KITCHEN WITH A HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR OF THE KITCHEN AND THE NEWLY INSTALLED WALL SEPARATES THE TWO PREP AREAS WITHOUT ACCESS TO THE REAR HAND WASHING SINK FROM THE FRONT FOOD PREP. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER THAT PROPERLY DRAINS TO A FLOOR DRAIN. 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.
NOTED PREPARED, PRE-PACKAGED READY TO EAT FOODS FOR SALE TO GO IN THE FRONT CUSTOMER DISPLAY TOGO COOLER NOT PROPERLY LABELED. MUST PROVIDE THE PRODUCT NAME, LIST OF INGREDIENTS, BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS.
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 PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS AS FOOD CONTAINERS IN ALL FREEZERS AND COOLERS. MUST USE FOOD GRADE DISPOSABLE PLASTIC BAGS OR WASHABLE CONTAINERS.-----NOTED PLASTIC UTENSILS AND FOOD CONTAINERS BEING USED IN FOOD PREP THAT APPEAR MELTED/BURNT. MUST 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.
NOTED EXCESSIVE GREASE ON THE EXTERIOR AND DIRT IN THE INTERIOR OF THE UNUSED ICE MACHINE. 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.
LEAKING FAUCET ON THE WEST KITCHEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST 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 EXTREMELY DIRTY FLOORS UNDER BOTH THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS. 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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 9-22-23 NOT CORRECTED.#43-NOTED SERVING PLATES AND SILVERWARE ON SHELVES AND TABLE AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT AND COVER ALL SERVING PLATES AND SILVERWARE TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION AND CONTAMINATION. #47- CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS. #55- NOTED HEAVY CLUTTER THROUGHOUT THE REAR (EXTERIOR). FLOORS INSIDE, UNUSED EQUIPMENT (SUCH AS ICE MACHINE) AND IN STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, ORGANIZE, AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY OR UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.#58- NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
NOTED APPROXIMATELY 20 LBS ASSORTED COOKED, STUFFED PASTRIES FILLED WITH BEEF, CHICKEN AND POTATO IN THE FRONT DISPLAY GRAB AND GO DISPLAY COOLER HELD AT IMPROPER FOOD TEMPERATURE RANGING BETWEEN 45.5F TO 52.1F. ALL FOODS DISCARDED. REVIEWED PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 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.
NOTED WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED THROUGHOUT ALL FOOD PREP AREAS ON PREP SURFACES. MUST STORE IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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.
NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.
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.