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The full inspection history
7 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 16, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FRONT ENTRY DOOR WITH ABOUT 1/4 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
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 ALL CUTTING BOARDS ON THE SANDWICH PREP LINE WITH DEEP CUTTING GROOVES ON EACH SIDE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN ALL AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS.
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 THE CEILING OPENED IN MULTIPLE AREAS...THE REAR JUST RIGHT OF THE THREE DOOR REACH IN COOLING UNIT...ABOVE THE AREA WHERE THE ICE BUCKET IS STORED JUST LEFT OF THE COMPUTER STATION...IN FRONT OF THE ICE MACHINE AND ABOVE THE REACH IN FREEZER UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO COVER 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 16, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 9, 2026
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FRONT ENTRY DOOR WITH ABOUT 1/4 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
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 ALL CUTTING BOARDS ON THE SANDWICH PREP LINE WITH DEEP CUTTING GROOVES ON EACH SIDE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN ALL AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS.
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 THE CEILING OPENED IN MULTIPLE AREAS...THE REAR JUST RIGHT OF THE THREE DOOR REACH IN COOLING UNIT...ABOVE THE AREA WHERE THE ICE BUCKET IS STORED JUST LEFT OF THE COMPUTER STATION...IN FRONT OF THE ICE MACHINE AND ABOVE THE REACH IN FREEZER UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO COVER 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.
OBSERVED MULTIPLE CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2616396 DATED 04/25/2025 WITH A CORRECT BY DATE OF 07/25/2025 THE VIOLATIONS ARE AS FOLLOWS: VIOLATION #53 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO CLOSED RECEPTACLE IN THE TOILET ROOM WITH THE GOLD DOOR HANDLE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. VIOLATIONS #55 6-201.16 OBSERVED BROKEN WALL TILES LOWER RIGHT OF REAR EXIT DOOR...LOWER WALL UNDER ELETRICAL UNIT. (AT THE CORNER OF WALL) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) 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, Apr 9, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 25, 2025
Out of Business
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 25, 2025 · Original Source
License
Apr 25, 2025
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED OPENING AROUND PIPE OF THE GREASE TRAP IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
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 A LEAK AT THE WEST WALL FAUCET HOT WATER KNOB OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK...OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE COLD WATER KNOB OF THE HAND SINK IN THE TOILET ROOM WITH THE STAINLESS STEEL DOOR HANDLE... INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR BOTH AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.
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 NO CLOSED RECEPTACLE IN THE TOILET ROOM WITH THE GOLD DOOR HANDLE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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 WALL BEHIND THE UTILITY SINK OPEN SHOWING INSIDE OF WALL. INSTRUCTED MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
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 VENTS IN THE REAR OFFICE AREA WITH A HEAVY BUILD UP OF DUST ON ALL. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 25, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jan 22, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
3 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE WITH NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATION WHILE FACILITY IS OPEN AND OPERATING. INSTRUCTED PIC MUST OBTAIN AND PROVIDE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATION. 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 THE FIRST UNISEX TOILET ROOM WITHOUT A COVERED RECEPTACLE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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 THREE DOOR PREP STATION ON THE SAME SIDE AS THE OVEN FOR BAKING BREAD AT THE WEST WALL NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN OR REMOVE FROM FACILITY AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE HARBORING SPACE FOR PEST AND OR INSECTS.
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 22, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jan 15, 2025
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FAUCET IN THE FIRST UNISEX TOILET ROOM VERY LOOSE. INSTRUCTED TO 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 FIRST UNISEX TOILET ROOM WITHOUT A COVERED RECEPTACLE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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 THREE DOOR PREP STATION ON THE SAME SIDE AS THE OVEN FOR BAKING BREAD AT THE WEST WALL NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN OR REMOVE FROM FACILITY AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE HARBORING SPACE FOR PEST AND OR INSECTS.
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 CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE FROM INSPECTION #2590637 MARCH 7, 2024 VIOLATION# 38, 6-202.15 OBSERVED OPENING ALONG BOTTOM BASE OF FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE. WITH A JUNE 7, 2024 CORRECTION DATE. VIOLATION# 55, 6-501.11 OBSERVED DAMAGED WALL ON LEFT SIDE NEXT TO UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WALL ON LEFT SIDE NEXT TO UTILITY SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDAION VIOLATION 7-38-030 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, Jan 15, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Mar 7, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
8 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED LEAKING DRAIN PIPE OF PREP HANDWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKING DRAIN PIPE OF PREP HANDWASHING SINK 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 WESTSIDE SELF CLOSING WASHROOM DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WESTSIDE SELF CLOSING WASHROOM DOOR SO THAT IT SHALL BE TIGHT FITTING.
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 DAMAGED WALL ON LEFT SIDE NEXT TO UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WALL ON LEFT SIDE NEXT TO UTILITY SINK.
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.
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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 DAMAGED DOOR GASKET ON LEFT SIDE OF MIDDLE DOOR IN THREE DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT ON EASTSIDE OF FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR GASKET OF MIDDLE DOOR ON EASTSIDE THREE DOOR COLD HOLDING 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 NO HOT RUNNING WATER ON THE PREMISES, WATER TEMPERATURE RANGING FROM 75.0F-93.0F. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HOT RUNNING WATER ABOVE 110F AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND ABOVE 100F AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED HOT WATER GENERATION AND DISTRIBUTION SHALL BE SUFFICIENT TO MEET THE PEAK HOT WATER DEMANDS THROUGHOUT THE RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. CORRECTED ON SITE HOT WATER RESTORED BEFORE CONCLUSION OF INSPECTION OBSERVED HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK 110.5F AND AT PREP HANDWASHING SINK 101.2F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. 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 OPENING ALONG BOTTOM BASE OF FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
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.