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The full inspection history
7 inspections
Canvass
Feb 26, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
CLEAN THE WOK STATION, STOVE AND DEEP FRYERS WITH ENCRUSTED 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.
CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE PREP AREA EXPECIALLY AROUND THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
CLEAN THE ENCRUSTED GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.
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, Feb 26, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Feb 3, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 3, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jan 24, 2025
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 19Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER REHEATING PROCEDURES FOR HOT HOLDING
Inspector’s notes
NOTED APPROXIMATELY 5 LBS COOKED RICE INSIDE THE HOT HOLDING RICE COOKER FROM THE PREVIOUS DAYS SERVICE BEING SLOWLY REHEATED INSIDE AT AN IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 100.7F. REVIEWED PROPER REHEATING PROCEDURES OF RAPIDLY REHEATING PREPARED TCS FOODS TO 165F OR ABOVE THEN TO HOLD HOT AT A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 135F. RICE DISCARDED. 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
NOTED CLEAN UTENSILS HANGING DIRECTLY ABOVE THE HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
NOTED IN-USE COOKS LINE RICE SCOOP BEING STORED IN A CONTAINER OF WATER AT A TEMPERATURE OF 64.9F. IF STORED IN WATER, MUST MAINTAIN A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 135F OR STORE ON/IN A CLEAN SURFACE/CONTAINER AND WASH, RINSE, SANITIZE AS NEED OR EVERY 4 HOURS.
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.
EXTREMELY DIRTY SMALL WHITE GARBAGE CONTAINER AT THE HAND SINK. 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.
NOTED WATER LEAKING ONTO THE FLOOR FROM PIPING UNDER THE HAND WASHING SINK. MUST REPAIR.----NOTED A RUBBER HOSE ATTACHED TO THE NOZZLE OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK TO EXTEND THE NOZZLE. MUST REMOVE HOSE.
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.
NOTED EXPANDING SPRAY FOAM BEING USED AS A SEALANT ALONG BASEBOARDS IN VARIOUS AREAS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY WHICH IS UNEVEN AND UNABLE TO CLEAN. MUST REMOVE/SMOOTH DOWN TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.----FLOOR UNDER THE REAR KITCHEN METAL RACK SHELVING WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.----MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS MATTING FOR FLOORS ON THE COOKS LINE.
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 PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATE FOR THE COOK ON SITE. MUST 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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2597602 ON 7-17-24. #55-: 6-201.11--- FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND THE WOK LINE WITH DIRT, DEBRIS AND EXCESSIVE GREASE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
6-501.114--- ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT, CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS, PREP TABLE WITH SINK STORED AT THE REAR OUTDOOR AREA MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORING. : 6-201.11--- FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND THE WOK LINE WITH DIRT, DEBRIS AND EXCESSIVE GREASE.----EXCESSIVE DUST ON CEILING LIGHT AND VENT COVER ABOVE THE DISH MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN 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, Jul 17, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 12, 2024
Out of Business
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 12, 2024 · Original Source
License
Jul 12, 2024
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
MUST INSTALL A HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA/COOKS LINE WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS WITH SPLASH GUARDS AS NEEDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
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.
ALL BULK FOODS SUCH AS RICE NOT IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.
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.
NOTED APPROXIMATELY 20-30 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: AT THE CASHIERS STATION, IN THE WASHROOM ALONG WALL NEXT TO THE SINK, ALONG THE BASEBOARD UNDER THE DISH MACHINE AND METAL RACK SHELVING IN THE SAME DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. LAST PEST SERVICE REPORT DATED 6-19-24 WITH NO ACTIVITY NOTED. RECOMMEND HAVING PEST CONTROL CO. SERVICE FOR MICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A).
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.
GAS STOVE TOP ON THE COOKS LINE WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. 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 THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY UNDER SINKS, DISH MACHINE, UNDER AND BEHIND THE WOK LINE, UNDER THE ELEVATED TWO DOOR REACH-IN COOLER, IN MOP CLOSET, UNDER ALL METAL RACK SHELVING WITH DIRT, DEBRIS AND EXCESSIVE GREASE.----EXCESSIVE DUST ON CEILING LIGHT AND VENT COVER ABOVE THE DISH MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.-----WALLS IN THE WASHROOM AND MOP CLOSET IN POOR REPAIR WITH BROKEN PLASTER. MUST REPAIR TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.-----MISSING FLOOR TILES AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE TO BE SMOOTH AND 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.