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The full inspection history
8 inspections
Short Form Complaint
Apr 9, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
4 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING THE INSPECTION WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. INSTRUCTED A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT THE TWO HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE PREP AREA AND IN THE TOILET ROOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. EMPLOYEE LEFT FACILITY TO BUY PAPER TOWELS AND PROVIDED THEM AT THE HANDWASHING SINKS. 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.
4-601.11(C): OBSERVED THE SHELVES UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. 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.
2-102.13: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN ON SITE FOR THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD MANAGERS MUST TAKE COURSE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE.
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, Apr 9, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Feb 18, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-501.112: OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES ON SITE. DEAD ROACHES OBSERVED ON FLOOR NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR, ON THE CART WITH CLEAN PANS, ON THE LOWER WALL UNDER THE DRAINBOARD OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEAD ROACHES, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
4-601.11(C): OBSERVED THE SHELVES UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. 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.
2-102.13: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN ON SITE FOR THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD MANAGERS MUST TAKE COURSE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE.
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, Feb 18, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 10, 2026
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES ON SITE. DEAD ROACHES OBSERVED ON FLOOR NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR, ON THE CART WITH CLEAN PANS, ON THE LOWER WALL UNDER THE DRAINBOARD OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEAD ROACHES, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 THE SHELVES UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. 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 NO ALLERGEN ON SITE FOR THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD MANAGERS MUST TAKE COURSE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE.
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 PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 05/09/2025 , REPORT #2684305 #49: OBSERVED THE HANDLES, DOOR AND THE INSIDE OF COOLERS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #51: OBSERVED THE REAR HAND SINK WITH A LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. #55: FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILING TILES NEED CLEANING THROUGH OUT TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE. #56: MUST CLEAN THE HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DEBRIS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION: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, Feb 10, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
May 9, 2025
Pass
7 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE REAR HAND SINK WITH A LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH. 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.
OBSERVED THE FRONT WEATHER STRIPPING WORN AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS.
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 WIPING CLOTHES LAYING ON THE PREP STATIONS. MUST PROPERLY STORE WHEN NOT IN USE IN 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.
OBSERVED THE HANDLES,DOOR AND THE INSIDE OF COOLERS DIRTY. 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.
FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILING TILES NEED CLEANING THROUGH OUT TO REMOVE SPILLS,DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE
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 CLEAN THE HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
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, May 9, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Dec 19, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 19, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Dec 12, 2024
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 5Other
Official wording
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP SUPPLIES ON THE PREMISES TO RESPOND TO A VOMIT OR DIARRHEAL EVENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK NEXT TO THE 1 COMPARTMENT PREP SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK. 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 LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED 3 LIVE COCKROACHES ON THE WALL, CEILING, AND DOOR OF THE REFRIGERATOR. ALSO OBSERVED 2 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS ON THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA. 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.
OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF THE PREP TABLES AND PREP COOLER CUTTING BOARDS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL WET WIPING CLOTHS IN A CONTAINER OF SANITIZER 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.
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.
CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE DEEP FRYERS.
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
CLEAN THE GREASE BUILDUP ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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 CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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, Dec 12, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Feb 13, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 13, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 2, 2024
Fail
15 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WAS PRESENT WHILE TCS FOODS (RICE AT 160F) WERE PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS PREPARED OR SERVED. 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 IMPROPER COLD-HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE THE REACH-IN PREP COOLER. OBSERVED LEAFY GREENS AND CUT TOMATOES AT 50F INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL COLD FOODS BELOW 41F. 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 THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 50F. THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE TCS FOODS SUCH AS LEAFY GREEN AND CUT TOMATOES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE PREP COOLER BELOW 41F. 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.
REPAIR THE LEAK UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE KITCHEN AREA.
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.
BOTH WASHROOM DOORS LACK A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL ON BOTH DOORS.
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 SEAL ALL WALL OPENINGS AND OPENINGS IN THE CEILING IN THE KITCHEN AREA AND DRY STORAGE ROOM. OBSERVED A LARGE OPENING IN THE WALL NEXT TO THE REAR EXIT DOOR OF THE KITCHEN. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLOSE AND SEAL THE OPENING. OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE BROKEN FLOOR TILES.
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 THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
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.
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. 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.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP SUPPLIES ON THE PREMISES TO RESPOND TO A VOMIT OR DIARRHEAL EVENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK NEXT TO THE HOT HOLDING UNIT NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. THERE WAS A PLASTIC CONTAINER STORED INSIDE THE HAND-WASHING SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL EXPOSED HAND-WASHING SINKS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR USE AT ALL TIMES. 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 AN INFESTATION OF LIVE INSECTS OBSERVED IN THE KITCHEN AND DRY STORAGE AREA. APPROX. 25 LIVE COCKROACHES WERE OBSERVED ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE KITCHEN AND DRY STORAGE ROOM. ALSO OBSERVED APPROX. 10 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR BENEATH THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BAR AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM THE AFFECTED AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY 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.
CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS AND FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, STOVE, HOT HOLDING UNITS, STEAM TABLE, SMOKER, INTERIOR OF CABINET ACROSS FROM THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND DEEP FRYERS.
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 THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED BEHIND THE RESTAURANT AND AROUND THE GARBAGE DUMPSTER NEXT TO THE RESTAURANT. OBSERVED MULTIPLE BAGS OF GARBAGE ON THE GROUND CONTAINING FOOD WASTE AND ANIMAL BONES, GARBAGE, AND LITTER BEHIND THE BACK DOOR AND SURROUNDING THE GARBAGE DUMPSTER AND GREASE DUMPSTER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE AREA BEHIND THE RESTAURANT AND SURROUNDING THE GARBAGE AND GREASE DUMPSTER. ALL GARBAGE MUST BE STORED IN THE DUMPSTER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE SMOKE THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AND DINING AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE VENTILATION TO PREVENT THE BUILDUP OF SMOKE INSIDE OF THE RESTAURANT.
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 NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES PROVIDED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.
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.