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The full inspection history
4 inspections
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
No certified food service manager on site, No certificate posted while handling and serving TCS foods ( eggs, ham, potatoes...) instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 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.
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED
Inspector’s notes
Bare hand contact with ready-to eat foods. Observed a cook assembling a sandwich by grabbing Bread, sliced tomatoes, cheese and lettuce with bare hands. Instructed manager not to handle ready-to-eat foods with bare hands. Priority volitation 7-38-010.
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.
Shelves cooking equipment through facility not clean, food debris and grease build-up noted. 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.
Nylon sheets covering sections in prep kitchen ceiling, card board used as a barrier between 3-comp and rear storage. Instructed to provide proper surfaces 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, Apr 9, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
May 23, 2025
Pass
6 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
FOUND ONE BULK STORAGE CONTAINER NOT LABELED; INSTRUCTED TO LABEL CONTAINER WITH NAME OF PRODUCT STORED INSIDE OF CONTAINER.
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 LIGHT AT BOTTOM AREA OF REAR EXIT DOOR; INSTRUCTED TO SEAL TO AVOID POSSIBLE RODENT ENTRY.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE BOTTOM AREA OF FRYER TO REMOVE GREASE, CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYER, GRILL AND PREP TABLE IN FRONT COOKING AREA. OBSERVED RUST AT BOTTOM OF REAR PREP TABLE; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST OR PAINT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN INTERIOR OF TWO DOOR COOLER IN REAR AREA; ODOR NOTED.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND IN STORAGE AREA IN CORNER AREAS AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. OBSERVED DUST ON THE CEILING FANS AND VENT IN DINING AREA; INTRUCTED TO CLEAN TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
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 AN EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE EMPLOYEE OBTAIN A VALID CERTIFICATE.
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 AN EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE; INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN A VALID FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE.
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, May 23, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Aug 19, 2024
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
: 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE, GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FRYER CABINETS, GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,UNUSED COOLERS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,LEGS & WHEEL BASES OF EQUIPMENT,MOPSINK BASIN,3- COMPARTMENT SINK BASINS,UNDERSIDES OF ALL EQUIPMENT,TABLES & SERVICE COUNTER IN DINING AREA,UNUSED ICE MACHINE.
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 MISSING WALL TILES BEHIND DISH STORAGE RACK,LOOSE WOOD PANEL ON CEILING ABOVE REAR REACH IN COOLER,DAMAGED WALL BEHIND AND UNDER 3- COMP SINK,DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN DINING AREA.MUST SEAL ALL GAPS AND CRACKS IN WALLS ,SERVICE COUNTER AND WHERE NEEDED.
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 EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE IN FRONT PREP AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED CONTACT PAPER ON SHELVING UNITS AT SERVICE COUNTER TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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.
5-205.15 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT HAND SINK IN PREP AREA,LEAKY PIPE AND FAUCET AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Aug 8, 2024
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 25Food temperature
Official wording
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE NOR REMINDER ON MENU BOARD AT WINDOW OF CONSUMING RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
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 EVIDENCE OF 6- LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON WALL AT HAND SINK,ON FLOOR AMONGST EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT.APPX. 75 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER FOOD STORAGE SHELF IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND ON ALL SHELVING UNITS AT SERVICE COUNTER.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 8/8/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT HAND SINK IN PREP AREA,LEAKY PIPE AND FAUCET AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES BEHIND DISH STORAGE RACK,LOOSE WOOD PANEL ON CEILING ABOVE REAR REACH IN COOLER,DAMAGED WALL BEHIND AND UNDER 3- COMP SINK,DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN DINING AREA.MUST SEAL ALL GAPS AND CRACKS IN WALLS ,SERVICE COUNTER AND WHERE NEEDED.
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 EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2573136 3/24/23 NOT CORRECTED-#38-6-202.15 : OBSERVED THE WEATER STRIPPING WORN AT THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS.#49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN DRY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING. MUST REMOVE DEBRIS.#55-6-501.12 : OBSERVED THE FLOORS THROUGH OUT ENCRUSTED WITH SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.#55-6-201.17 : OBSERVED THE LIGHT SHIELD, AIR VENT COVER DIRTY THROUGH OUT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN#55-.6-201.16 : OBSERVED THE CELING IN THE FRONT PREP AREA IN POOR REPAIR(MISSING AND/OR DAMAGED). MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.(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.
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTANIERS (SHAKERS) WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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.
MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANATIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE FROM SURFACES.
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 REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM OVERHEAD SHELVING UNIT& LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE IN FRONT PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE IN REAR PREP AREA & LID OF CHEST FREEZER.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED CONTACT PAPER ON SHELVING UNITS AT SERVICE COUNTER TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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 EXCESSIVE, GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FRYER CABINETS, GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,UNUSED COOLERS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,LEGS & WHEEL BASES OF EQUIPMENT,MOPSINK BASIN,3- COMPARTMENT SINK BASINS,UNDERSIDES OF ALL EQUIPMENT,TABLES & SERVICE COUNTER IN DINING AREA,UNUSED ICE MACHINE.MUST DEFROST ICE BUILD UP FROM CHEST 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.