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The full inspection history
6 inspections
Canvass
Aug 31, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
3 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHWASHING MACHINE (NOT IN USE) NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING. FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE OBSERVED TO BE 96F. INSTRUCTED UNIT REPAIRED TO REACH A FINAL RINS TEMPERATURE OF 180F. UNIT TAGGED AT THIS TIME, PLEASE REVIEW COMMENTS FORTAG REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025, NO 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 UNDER THE DEEP-FRYING UNIT WITH GREASE DROPLETS INSTRUCTED 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 SLIGHT GREASE BUILD UP ON THE FLOOR NEAR DEEP FRYING UNIT. INSTRUCTED 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 31, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jun 20, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-307.11: OBSERVED THE DEEP FRYER WITH GREASE NOT COVERED WHILE NOT IN USE AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO COVER AND MAINTAIN, IN ORDER TO PREVENT POTENTIAL CONTAMINATION.
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.
6-501.13: OBSERVED SLIGHT GREASE BUILD UP ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE DEEP FRYER. ALSO, OBSERVED SLIGHT DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE DRAINBOARD OF THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHWASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS 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, Jun 20, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 12, 2025
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE. LOGBOOK MUST CONSIST OF A RECORD OF VISITS AND A COPY OF THE IDPH LICENSE NUMBER. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ALL REQUIRED PEST CONTROL RECORDS AND DOCUMENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (C), 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE DEEP FRYER WITH GREASE NOT COVERED WHILE NOT IN USE AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO COVER AND MAINTAIN, IN ORDER TO PREVENT POTENTIAL CONTAMINATION.
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 SLIGHT GREASE BUILD UP ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE DEEP FRYER. ALSO, OBSERVED SLIGHT DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE DRAINBOARD OF THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHWASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS 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, Jun 12, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 5, 2024
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE LOWER SHELVES OF FOOD PREP TABLES AND ON THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT BOTH FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL.
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.
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
4-904.11 OBSERVED CUSTOMER TABLEWARE STORED WITHOUT PROTECTION FROM POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION IN THE CUSTOMER SERVING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION FOR ALL TABLEWARE.
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.
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS INSIDE THE FRYER. INSTRUCTED TO 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 5, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 1, 2024
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE LOWER SHELVES OF FOOD PREP TABLES AND ON THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT BOTH FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL.
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.
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
4-904.11 OBSERVED CUSTOMER TABLEWARE STORED WITHOUT PROTECTION FROM POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION IN THE CUSTOMER SERVING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION FOR ALL TABLEWARE.
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.
8-404.13(B:3) OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2591485 DATED 3/22/24; 54 - 5-501.15 OBSERVED A MISSING/BROKEN LID ON THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER, AND OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER LIDS WERE NOT CLOSED AND WERE TIGHT FITTING. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER LID AND MAINTAIN ALL OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER LIDS TO REMAIN CLOSED AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS INSIDE THE FRYER. INSTRUCTED TO 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 1, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 22, 2024
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
2-101.11 OBSERVED THE PERSON IN CHARGE AT THE BEGINNING OF THE INSPECTION WITHOUT THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL PERSONS IN CHARGE MUST OBTAIN A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE AND BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES THE FACILITY IS OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED UNDER VIOLATION #2.
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.
4-601.11(C) OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS INSIDE THE FRYER. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE LOWER SHELVES OF FOOD PREP TABLES AND ON THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT BOTH FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL.
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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
2-101.11 OBSERVED NO ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED WHILE TCS FOODS (EGGS, CHICKEN) ARE BEING PREPARED HANDLED AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. THE MANAGER THAT ARRIVED STATED, "HIS ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE IS POSTED AT A DIFFERENT FACILITY." INSTRUCTED EACH FACILITY MUST HAVE ITS OWN CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE, AND EVERY SUCH MANAGER MUST HAVE THE ORIGINAL/VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
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.
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
4-904.11 OBSERVED CUSTOMER TABLEWARE STORED WITHOUT PROTECTION FROM POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION IN THE CUSTOMER SERVING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION FOR ALL TABLEWARE.
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.
5-501.15 OBSERVED A MISSING/BROKEN LID ON THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER, AND OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER LIDS WERE NOT CLOSED AND WERE NOT TIGHT FITTING. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER LID AND MAINTAIN ALL OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER LIDS TO REMAIN CLOSED AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(B).
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.