SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
8 inspections
Complaint
Jul 16, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
2 recorded violations
notedCode 21Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING FOOD NOT MEETING REQUIRE TEMPERATURE OF 135F OR ABOVE. MEATSAUCE AT 110F AND BEEF AT 112F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 10 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $75.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING SINKS NOT MAINTAINED WITH HOT WATER: IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF HOT WATER OBSERVED AT PREP HANDSINK (84.1F), AND EMPLOYEE WASHROOM HANDSINK (72F). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE HOT WATER AT ALL HAND-WASHING SINKS MUST BE AT LEAST 100F. SERVICE TECHNICIAN ARRIVED ON SITE AND NOW ALL SINKS ARE MAINTAINED BETWEEN 102F - 105F. PRIORITY 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 16, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Apr 13, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE COMMON NAME OF FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THREE BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS AT VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 13, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Oct 31, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 31, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Oct 22, 2025
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING HANDSINKS LOCATED THROUGHOUT REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA WITHOUT HAND CLEANSER DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING FOR PROPER HANDWASHING AND MAINTAIN. 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 APPROXIMATELY 20 LBS RAW SAUSAGE STORED INSIDE COLD HOLD UNIT OF COOLING UNIT STORED IN PIZZA PREP RANGING BETWEEN 51-57F. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD ALL COLD TCS FOODS @41F OR BELOW AND MAINTAIN. PIC DISCARDED VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED SAID ITEM DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. 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.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED COLD HOLD UNIT STORED IN PIZZA PREP CONTAINING TCS FOOD (RAW SAUSAGE) AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED UNIT TEMPERATURE @50F AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE, REPAIR TO TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW AND MAINTAIN. UNIT TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. 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.
OBSERVED 2 LIVE ADULT COCKROACHES CRAWLING IN CORNER OF DRY STORAGE ROOM ALONG SIDE SHELVING RACK DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 35 SMALL BLACK LIVE FLIES FLYING THROUGOUT MAIN PIZZA PREP, DISHWASHING AREA, REAR PREP AND DRY STORAGE ROOM ON PIZZA BOXES, INSIDE PREP TABLE SPACE CONTAINING EMPLOYEE EQUIPMENT, ON BASINS OF HANDSINKS AND IN MANAGERS OFFICE. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE, MUST ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISE. 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.
OBSERVED UPRIGHT COOLER IN REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA WITH EXCESSIVE SPLATTER ON EXTERIOR SURFACES. NOTED STORED EQUIPMENT STORED INSIDE DRY STORAGE IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN ORDER 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 22, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Jan 27, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST CLEAN THE SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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.
FLOOR NEED CLEANING AROUND,BEHIND AND UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT. ALSO CLEAN THE FLOORS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER.
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, Jan 27, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 29, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
ALSO CLEAN THE WALLS IN THE PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS TO REMOVE FOOD SPLATTERS.
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 35 SMALL LIVE FLIES THROUGH OUT THE REAR STORAGE AND DISH WASHING AREA ON THE WALLS AND CEILING TILES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND DETAIL CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. ALSO CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-020.
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.
MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FIXTURES IN THE MENS WASHROOM.
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.
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS. ALSO CLEAN THE WALLS IN THE PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS TO REMOVE FOOD SPLATTERS.
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, Nov 20, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 8, 2024
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FAUCT AT THE 3 COMP SINK WITH A LEAK. MUST REPAIR 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.
FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGH PREMISES ESPECIALLY ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS.
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 THE HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT DUSTY. MUST CLEAN 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.
OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLER AT THE PIZZA STATION AND THE SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN ALL PREP STATION TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
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.
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.