SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
6 inspections
Complaint
Aug 19, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
FOUND LOOSE HAND SINK AT PRODUCE PREPARATION AREAS.MUST FASTEN TO WALL PROPERLY. FOUND LEAKY SOAP DISPENSER ATTACHED TO DISHMACHINE.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, Aug 19, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 15, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
1 recorded violation
notedCode 52Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
Inspector’s notes
FOUND 3 COMPARTMENT/FLOOR DRAINS SINKS NOT DRAINING PROPERLY AT FOLLOWING AREAS:MEAT PREPARATION AREAS,SEAFOOD PREPARATION,AND PRODUCE PREPARATION.PRIORITY VIOLATION.CITATION ISSUED.7-38-030C.PLUMBER ON SITE TO REPAIR CLOGGED FLOOR DRAINS. DRAINS PROPERLY WORKING BY THE END OF INSPECTION.
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 SHINGLES IN HOT FOODS WALK-IN FREEZER BROKEN AND COVERED IN ICE INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE 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 DRAINPIPE LEAKING UNDER HAND WASHING SINK AT BAKERY THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE.
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 WALL CAULKING AROUND MEAT PACKING THREE COMPARTMENT SINK DAMAGED WITH MOLD. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A BURNED-OUT LIGHT-BULB IN THE BAKERY WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULB AND MAINTAIN LIGHTING IN THE UNIT.
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, Aug 18, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 26, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
9 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
NO PAPER TOWEL PROVIDED PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER AT HANDWASHING SINK IN PRODUCE PREP AREA.UPON MY REQUEST MANAGER PROVIDE IT. 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.
MINERAL BUILD -UP AT INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE,INTERIOR WATER RESEVOIR AND BIN. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN 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.
MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN PREP AREAS IN SANITIZER BUCKET BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION. INSTRUCTED TO 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 CUTTING BOARD HANGING ON WALL ABOVE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND SOAP DISPENSER BY THE HANDWASHING SINK IN PRODUCE PREP AREA, MUST NOT STORE CLEAN CUTTING BOARD AT MENTION LOCATION. RELOCATE TO MINIMIZE SOURCE OF CONTAMINATION PRESENTLY MANAGER REMOVED IT.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
NOTED NO IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATORS FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE AT BAKERY AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATOR, SUCH AS STRIPS/STICKERS OR THERMOMETER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. AT 1:40 PM MANAGER PROVIDED THE TEMPDOT(DISHWASHER THERMAL LABEL:160F WHEN DOT TURNES ALL BLACK. RECHECKED UNIT WITH THERMAL LABEL, LABEL TURNED ALL BLACK,PRESENTLY AT 160F.
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.
ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS, UTILITY CONNECTIONS AND EQUIPMENT SURFACES BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. ALSO HOOD ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT(SOUTH PART OF THE HOOD)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.
BROKEN MECHANICAL DRAIN PIPE UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AT DELI. ALMOST ALL SINK,HAVE FAUCET OR PIPES LEAKING:MEAT/FISH DEPT,BAKERY,DELI ETC.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ISSUE.
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.
FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT AT DELI DEPARTMENT WITH EXCESS GREASE UNDER THE EQUIPMENT. EXCESS DEBRIS THROUGHOUT THE BAKERY:UNDER AND BEHIND SHELVES,ALSO MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK-IN FREEZERS.
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 FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE PROVIDED ON SITE,INSTRUCTED TO 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 26, 2025 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Apr 3, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 3, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 5, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
5 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
WE OBSERVED NO SOAP PROVIDED AT MEN'S STAFF/CUSTOMER'S WASHROOM.UPON MY REQUEST MANAGER ASSIGNED AN EMPLOYEE TO PROVIDE SOAP AT SAID WASHROOM. SOAP MUST BE PROVIDED AT ALL TIMES FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. 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.
BEGINNING OF BLACK SUBSTANCE AT INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE BIN OF THE ICE MACHINE IN PRODUCE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN 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.
ICE ON PIPES AT CONDENSER UNIT INSIDE THE WALK-IN FREEZERS AT BAKERY AND BUTCHER'S AREA INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. NO FOOD UNDER THE 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.
RE-ROUTE A FLEXIBLE TUBE ATTACHED BETWEEN BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AND CHEMICAL UNIT ABOVE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN BUTCHER / FISH AREA. ATTACHED FLEXIBLE TUBE IS ON TOP THE DRAIN BOARD OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.REPAIR ISSUE.
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.