4-101.17 OBSERVED A RAW WOOD SURFACE ON THE SHELVES LOCATED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL RAW WOOD OR REPLACE WITH AN EASILY CLEANABLE SMOOTH 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.
6-201.13 OBSERVED CRACKS AND CEVICES ON THE WALLS IN VARIOUS AREAS OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAKE ALL SURFACES 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 28, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jul 28, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
5 recorded violations
notedCode 29Other
Official wording
COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP
Inspector’s notes
3-502.11 OBSERVED FACILITY CONDUCTING A SPECIAL PROCESS MAKING BEEF JERKY AT THE TIME OF THE RE-INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD 50 LBS OF DRIED BEEF AT 74F AND CONTACT THE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH FOR A VARIANCE REQUIREMENT BEFORE CONDUCTING SPECIAL PROCESSES. MANAGER DISCARDED SAID TCS FOODS DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
3-601.11 OBSERVED NO LABELS WITH BUSINESS NAME AND BUSINESS ADDRESS FOR THE PREPACKAGED RAW MEATS FOR SALE AT THE REACH IN COOLER AND NO INGREDIENTS INCLUDED ON THE LABEL FOR THE GRAB AND GO GUACAMOLE AND NO LABELS WITH BUSINESS NAME, BUSINESS ADDRESS AND INGREDIENTS FOR THE GRAB AND GO SALSAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.
4-101.17 OBSERVED A RAW WOOD SURFACE ON THE SHELVES LOCATED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL RAW WOOD OR REPLACE WITH AN EASILY CLEANABLE SMOOTH 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.
6-201.13 OBSERVED CRACKS AND CEVICES ON THE WALLS IN VARIOUS AREAS OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAKE ALL SURFACES 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 28, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 22, 2026
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
2-102.14(O) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-010.
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.
3-601.11 OBSERVED NO LABELS WITH BUSINESS NAME AND BUSINESS ADDRESS FOR THE PREPACKAGED RAW MEATS FOR SALE AT THE REACH IN COOLER AND NO INGREDIENTS INCLUDED ON THE LABEL FOR THE GRAB AND GO GUACAMOLE AND NO LABELS WITH BUSINESS NAME, BUSINESS ADDRESS AND INGREDIENTS FOR THE GRAB AND GO SALSAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.
6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED ABOUT 50 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED UNDER THE REAR PREP AREA HANDWASHING SINK, AND ABOUT 30 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED ON THE SMALL SHELF THAT IS OUTSIDE OF THE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 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.
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
4-502.13 OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS BEING STORED IN GROCERY BAGS LOCATED IN THE REACH IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS ONLY TO STORE FOODS.
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.
4-101.17 OBSERVED A RAW WOOD SURFACE ON THE SHELVES LOCATED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL RAW WOOD OR REPLACE WITH AN EASILY CLEANABLE SMOOTH 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
4-302.14 OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE TO PROPERLY TEST THE SANITIZING COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
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 OBSERVED CRACKS AND CEVICES ON THE WALLS IN VARIOUS AREAS OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAKE ALL SURFACES 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 22, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Jan 6, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT REAR HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.
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 MILK CRATS USED AS SHELVING UNITS IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE.
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 FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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.