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The full inspection history
6 inspections
Complaint
May 11, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FLOORS AND WALLS DIRTY AROUND THE HOT WATER TANK IN THE REAR DISH WASHING 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, May 11, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
May 5, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 5, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Apr 25, 2025
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 41Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
Inspector’s notes
MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED WET AND EXPIRED CHEMICAL TEST KIT TO CHECK SANITIZING SOLUTION PPM'S AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 NO HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE THROUGHOUT PREMISES AT HAND SINKS IN PREP/DISH WASHING AREAS,TOILET ROOM AT 81.5F,82.4F & 83.5F.3- COMPARTMENT SINK AT 83.1F. MUST HAVE HOT RUNNING WATER AT 100.0F AT HAND SINKS AND 110.0F AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AT ALL TIMES DURING COURSE OF OPERATION.HOT RUNNING WATER HAS BEEN RESTORED ON PREMISES AT 12:25 P.M.(PRIORITY 7-38-030 (C)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.
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.
: 3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE(SHAKERS)
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.
: 6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING
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
3-305.11 : OBSERVED SEVERAL BOXES OF CHICKEN STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER MUST STORE PROPERLY ON SHELVING UNITS TO PREVENT CROSS 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.
4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.
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.
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM 3- DOOR PREP COOLER SHELVING UNITS AND DOOR,FRYER CABINETS,PREP TABLE LEGS AND UNDERSIDE OF SAME,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS & COMPRESSOR 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.
6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER INSIDE GREASE RECEPTOR AND ALONG,UNDER AND AROUND PREP TABLES AND STORAGE SHELVES
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
6-202.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN FRONT PREP AREA,DIM LIGHTING IN WALK IN COOLER.
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.
3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE(SHAKERS)
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.
: 6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
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
3-305.11 : OBSERVED SEVERAL BOXES OF CHICKEN STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER MUST STORE PROPERLY ON SHELVING UNITS TO PREVENT CROSS 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.
4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN TAPED DOOR GASKETS ON 3-DOOR PREP COOLER, WALK-IN COOLER, AND REACH-IN FREEZER; MISSING FAN GUARD COVER IN WALK-IN FREEZER.
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.
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM 3- DOOR PREP COOLER SHELVING UNITS AND DOOR,FRYER CABINETS,PREP TABLE LEGS AND UNDERSIDE OF SAME,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS & COMPRESSOR 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.
6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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
6-202.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN FRONT PREP AREA,DIM LIGHTING IN WALK IN COOLER.
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.
PREVIOUS PRIORTY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2608261 12/2/24 NOT CORRECTED #54-5-501.15 :STILL OBSERVED A SHARED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER CORRAL WITH A MASSIVE AMOUNT OF TRASH AND LEAVES PILED UP ON THE GROUND AROUND THE DUMPSTER AND A LID MISSING ON A DUMPSTER. MUST REMOVE TRASH & DEBRIS FROM THE GROUND AND, CLEAN THE AREA, AND REPLACE LID TO BE TIGHT FITTING.(PRIORITY 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, Dec 9, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Dec 2, 2024
Fail
13 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED, AND SERVED, SUCH AS (FRIED CHICKEN, FISH, COLESLAW, ETC.)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 3:10 P.M..(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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.
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE(SHAKERS)
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 A GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
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 SEVERAL BOXES OF CHICKEN STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER MUST STORE PROPERLY ON SHELVING UNITS TO PREVENT CROSS 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 MALE FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT MUST PROVIDE 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 REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN TAPED DOOR GASKETS ON 3-DOOR PREP COOLER, WALK-IN COOLER, AND REACH-IN FREEZER; MISSING FAN GUARD COVER IN WALK-IN FREEZER.
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 CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM 3- DOOR PREP COOLER SHELVING UNITS AND DOOR,FRYER CABINETS,PREP TABLE LEGS AND UNDERSIDE OF SAME,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS & COMPRESSOR 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.
OBSERVED A SHARED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER CORRAL WITH A MASSIVE AMOUNT OF TRASH, DEBRIS, AND BOXES ON THE GROUND AROUND THE DUMPSTER AND A LID MISSING ON A DUMPSTER. MUST REMOVE TRASH & DEBRIS FROM THE GROUND AND, CLEAN THE AREA, AND REPLACE LID TO BE TIGHT FITTING.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(b)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN FRONT PREP AREA,DIM LIGHTING IN WALK IN COOLER.
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.
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE FOR PUBLIC VIEW AT THIS TIME. A SUMMARY REPORT WILL BE POSTED.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-010(B)(CITATION ISSUED)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.