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The full inspection history
5 inspections
Complaint
Jan 23, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
PREP AREA BULK FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST LABEL CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN WOMENS WASHROOM. MUST 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 ACCUMULATED GREASE/FOOD ON PREP AREA AND DISHWASH AREA WALLS. MUST CLEAN PREP AREA/DISHWASH AREA WALLS 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, Jan 23, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Jun 11, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
5 recorded violations
notedCode 21Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
WE OBSERVED TCS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE,STORED UNDER THE HOT LAMP AT FRONT SERVING AREA: 12 CHICKEN PUFF AT TEMP OF 100F TO 115F; 9 VEGGIE ROLLS AT TEMP OF 97.5F TO 105F AND A TRAY OF VEGGIE AT TEMP OF 84.1F TO 93.2F.HOT FOOD MUST MAINTAIN TEMP OF 135F AND ABOVE. FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED BY THE MANAGER.POUND 10, VALUE 200. 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.
OBSERVED ONE EMPLOYEE WITH A LONG BEARD AND WITHOUT A BEARD RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BEARD RESTRAINTS FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS WITH BEARDS. ALSO NO HAIR RESTRAINTS USED BY THE EMPLOYEES.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINT
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.
BROKEN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLERS IN THE KITCHEN. REPAIR/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.
MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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.
ADDITIONAL ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES IS REQUIRED ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS
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, Jun 11, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 3, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
1 recorded violation
notedCode 23Food source and labeling
Official wording
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED TCS FOODS PREPARED ON SITE TO BE PAST THE ALLOWABLE USE BY DATE WRITTEN ON THE FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE WALK IN COOLER. TCS FOODS WERE PREPARED ON 4/26/2024. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD AND TRACK DAILY TO ENSURE ALL FOOD IS DISCARDED BY THE ALLOWABLE USE BY DATE. THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE USE BY DATE MAY NOT EXCEED 7 DAYS, WITH THE FIRST DAY OF PREPARATION COUNTING AS DAY 1. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED GROUND BEEF, CHICKEN, CURRY, AND COOKED CHICK PEAS WITH A TOTAL APPROXIMATE WEIGHT OF 80 LBS AND A VALUE OF $700. PRIORITY VIOLATION, 7-38-005.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 3, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 26, 2024
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
3-302.12--OBSERVED LARGE DRY STORAGE BINS AND SMALL SPICE CONTAINERS THROUGHOUT FACILITY TO NOT BE LABELED WITH COMMON NAME OF CONTENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO IDENTIFY ALL FOOD STORAGE BINS WITH THE CONTENTS (ie. FLOUR, SUGAR, PEPPER, ETC).
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.
4-903.11 (A;B;D)--OBSERVED LARGE POTS STORED ON THE FLOOR AND NOT INVERTED NEAR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AND INVERTED TO PROTECT AGAINST CONTAMINATION.
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.
4-601.11(C)--OBSERVED THE INTERIOR AND SIDES OF TWO MICROWAVES ON THE PREPARATION LINE IN THE MAIN FOOD PREPARATION AREA, THE GRILL, OVEN, FRYER, AND COOLER EQUIPMENT, THE STORAGE SHELVES UNDER PREP TABLE IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA TO HAVE FOOD DEBRIS, RESIDUE, AND GREASE BUILD UP, AND THE STORAGE SHELVES IN THE WALK IN COOLER TO HAVE DUST AND FOOD RESIDUE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN THE AREAS FREE AND CLEAR OF FOOD DEBRIS, RESIDUE, DUST, AND GREASE BUILD UP.
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 BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULB ABOVE THE DISHWASHING 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
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 HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
NO HAND SOAP WAS PROVIDED AT THE HAND WASHING SINK AT FRONT CASHIER BAKERY/SERVICE AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO MAINTAIN ALL HAND WASHING SINKS WITH HAND SOAP 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.
5-204.12--OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE LOCATED AT THE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR PREAPARTION AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE.
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 OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH AND LID NOT TIGHT FITTING.INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA AT ALL TIMES AND LIDS/COVER MUST BE KEPT TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.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.
6-501.12--OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE AND FOOD RESIDUE BUILD UP ON THE WALLS, FLOORS, AND SHELVES IN THE REAR FOOD PREPARATION AND GRILLING AREA BEHIND THE OVEN AND GRILL EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS TO BE FREE AND CLEAR OF HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP ON FLOORS AND BEHIND GRILL AND OVEN EQUIPMENT.
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.
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #38 NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2593074 ON 04/19/2024: CONTINUE TO OBSERVE EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES;OBSERVED 3 LIVE COCKROACHES ON FOAM/WALL BEHIND THE COCA COLA REFRIGERATION UNIT AT REAR COOKING PREP AREA.IN ADDITION CONTINUE TO OBSERVE EVIDENCE OF RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS IN VARIOUS AREAS OF THE PREMISES APPROXIMATELY 50 RODENT (MICE)DROPPINGS INSIDE THE TRASH CABINET STORAGE IN CUSTOMER DINING ROOM AND APPROXIMATELY OVER 80 RODENT (MICE)DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALLS AND CORNERS AND INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF THE DEEP FRYER AND STORAGE RACK OUTSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER IN REAR COOKING PREP AREAS AND APPROXIMATELY 50 RODENT(MICE) DROPPINGS ON ON AT CORNERS OF FLOORS AND BEHIND THE REFRIGERATION UNITS AND STORAGE SHELFS AND ON TOP OF THE ELECTRICAL BREAKER UNITS ON WALL ALL LOCATED IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE ROOM ALSO,APPROXIMATELY 70 RODENT(MICE)DROPPINGS ON FLOORS AND BEHIND REFRIGERATION UNITS AND UNDERNEATH THE FRONT BAKERY DISPLAY UNITS AND INTERIOR OF SHELFS AND ELECTRICAL WIRES BEHIND THE FRONT CASHIER/SERVICE AREAS.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS.ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY.PRIORITY VIOLATION 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, Apr 26, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 19, 2024
Fail
17 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD PROTECTION MANAGER (CFPM) PRESENT AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PREMISES SERVES TCS FOODS SUCH AS YOGURT, COOKED VEGETABLE SAMOSAS, AND RICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE AND AN INDIVIDUAL WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CFPM MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED. CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE CAME ON SITE AT 10:55 AM. - 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.
OBSERVED LARGE DRY STORAGE BINS AND SMALL SPICE CONTAINERS THROUGHOUT FACILITY TO NOT BE LABELED WITH COMMON NAME OF CONTENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO IDENTIFY ALL FOOD STORAGE BINS WITH THE CONTENTS (ie. FLOUR, SUGAR, PEPPER, ETC).
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 50 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE SHELF IN THE BOTTOM OF THE FRYER, BEHIND THE 2 DOOR STANDING COOLER AND THE FILING/STORAGE CABINET IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA, AND BEHIND AND BELOW THE CABINETS AT THE FRONT CASHIER AND SERVICE AREA, AS WELL AS TWO LIVE ROACHES BEHIND THE STANDING TWO DOOR COOLER IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE AREAS TO BE FREE AND CLEAR OF DROPPINGS AND PESTS. 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE BINS AND MILK TO BE STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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 LARGE POTS STORED ON THE FLOOR AND NOT INVERTED NEAR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AND INVERTED TO PROTECT AGAINST CONTAMINATION.
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.
OBSERVED NO DRAIN STOPPERS PRESENT IN THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THREE (3) DRAIN STOPPERS, ONE FOR EACH COMPARTMENT.
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 INTERIOR AND SIDES OF TWO MICROWAVES ON THE PREPARATION LINE IN THE MAIN FOOD PREPARATION AREA, THE GRILL, OVEN, FRYER, AND COOLER EQUIPMENT, THE STORAGE SHELVES UNDER PREP TABLE IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA TO HAVE FOOD DEBRIS, RESIDUE, AND GREASE BUILD UP, AND THE STORAGE SHELVES IN THE WALK IN COOLER TO HAVE DUST AND FOOD RESIDUE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN THE AREAS FREE AND CLEAR OF FOOD DEBRIS, RESIDUE, DUST, AND GREASE BUILD UP.
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 HEAVY GREASE AND FOOD RESIDUE BUILD UP ON THE WALLS, FLOORS, AND SHELVES IN THE REAR FOOD PREPARATION AND GRILLING AREA BEHIND THE OVEN AND GRILL EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS TO BE FREE AND CLEAR OF HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP ON FLOORS AND BEHIND GRILL AND OVEN EQUIPMENT.
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
PERSON IN CHARGE AT INITIAL TIME OF INSPECTION DID NOT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD PROTECTION MANAGER CERTIFICATE (CFPM). INSTRUCTED THAT AN INDIVIDUAL WITH A VALID CHICAGO CFPM MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK AT FRONT CASHIER AND SERVICE AREA WHERE UNPACKAGED BAKERY ITEMS ARE DISPENSED TO NOT BE ACCESSIBLE AND BLOCKED BY MENU BOARD. SINK WAS ALSO OBSERVED TO BE CLOGGED AND NOT DRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN HANDWASHING SINK TO BE ACCESSIBLE 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 NO SANITIZING SOLUTION AVAILABLE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A CHEMICAL SANITIZER TO BE AVAILABLE FOR USE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. EMPLOYEE PURCHASED AND PROVIDED CHEMICAL SANITIZER AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION, 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 SAMOSAS (COOKED POTATO AND VEGETABLE FILLING) TO BE STORED IN THE OVEN AT 92.1F WITH NO ACTIVE SOURCE OF TEMPERATURE REGULATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RAPIDLY REHEAT SAMOSAS TO 165F, AND HOT HOLD TCS FOOD ITEMS AT OR ABOVE 135F. PRIORITY VIOLATION, 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. - COS
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 HANDLES OF STORAGE SCOOPS IN DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS OF FLOUR TO BE IN CONTACT WITH CONTENTS OF STORAGE BINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ALL SCOOPS WITH HANDLES NOT IN CONTACT WITH FOOD ITEMS.
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
OBSERVED NO TEST KIT FOR SANITIZING SOLUTION AVAILABLE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TEST KIT FOR ANY SANITIZING SOLUTION USED ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 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 BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE LOCATED AT THE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR PREAPARTION AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT BUILB AT THE GRILL STATION AT THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REPLACE LIGHT.
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 ONE OF THREE CERTIFIED FOOD PROTECTION MANAGERS (CFPM) TO NOT HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT EACH CHICAGO CFPM MUST HAVE FOOD 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.