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The full inspection history
7 inspections
Complaint
Apr 16, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 1 OF 2 URINALS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM DOES NOT FLUSH. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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 UNUSED ROP MACHINE IN BASEMENT ELECTRICAL ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FROM PREMISES.
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
Feb 18, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
5 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN BAR MADE INACCESSIBLE BY PAPER TOWELS AND OTHER ITEMS BEING PLACED INSIDE THE BASIN. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN ALL EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINKS IN AN ACCESSIBLE MANNER. 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 LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE AT BAR MAINTAINING IMPROPER CHEMICAL SANITIZER CONCENTRATION OF 0PPM OF CHLORINE. MACHINE TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN MACHINE SO THAT IT IS CAPABLE OF DELIVERING CHEMICAL SANITIZER AT PROPER CONCENTRATIONS BETWEEN 50-100PPM OF CHLORINE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025. 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 UNUSED LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IN BASEMENT WITH BROKEN DISPLAY PANEL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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 BUILD UP OF BLACK SLIME ON CAULK AROUND DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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 1 OF 2 URINALS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM DOES NOT FLUSH. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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, Feb 18, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jan 23, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 23, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jan 15, 2025
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 14Food source and labeling
Official wording
REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MULTIPLE SHELLSTOCK TAGS FROM OCTOBER, NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 2024 WITH NO DATE WHEN THE LAST SHELLSTOCK FROM THE CONTAINER IS SOLD OR SERVED. INSTRUCTED THE DATE WHEN THE LAST SHELLSTOCK FROM THE CONTAINER IS SOLD OR SERVED SHALL BE RECORDED ON THE TAG OR LABEL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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 THREE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINES IMPROPERLY SANTIZING AT A CONCENTRATION OF 0PPM CHLORINE. OBSERVED LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINES IN FIRST FLOOR BAR AND LARGE DISH MACHINE IN BASEMENT DISHWASHING AREA IMPROPERLY SANITIZING AT A CONCENTRATION OF 0PPM CHLORINE. CORRECTED ON SITE THREE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINES REPAIRED BEFORE CONCLUSION OF INSPECTION, SANITIZING PROPERLY AT A CONCENTRATION OF 50PPM CHLORINE AFTER REPAIR. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025 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.
COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FACILITY VACUUM SEALING TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD(FISH). OBSERVED VACUUM SEALED PACKAGES OF FROZEN FISH(SALMON, TUNA AND KATSU ANAGO) STORED IN FREEZER ON SECOND FLOOR. CORRECTED ON SITE VACUUM SEALED PACKAGES OF FROZEN FISH VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED BY MANAGEMENT. VACUUM SEALED FROZEN FISH VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED BY MANAGEMENT VALUED AT $1675 AND WEIGHING 62 LBS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY EXCEPT FOR FISH THAT IS FROZEN BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER PACKAGING AND BEARS A LABEL THAT IT IS TO BE KEPT FROZEN UNTIL TIME OF USE A RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT MAY NOT PACKAGE FISH USING A REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGING METHOD. INSTRUCTED SITE NOT TO USE VACUUM SEAL MACHINE INFORMED SITE THAT TO USE SAID MACHINE, A HACCP PLAN/VARIANCE MUST BE OBTAINED BY CDPH. ONE VACUUM SEALING MACHINE TAGGED DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED SITE NOT TO USE MACHINE NOR VACUUM SEALING MATERIAL UNTIL HACCP PLAN/VARIANCE IS SUBMITTED TO CDPH AND APPROVAL GRANTED FROM CDPDH. INSTRUCTED SITE TO CONTACT CDPH FOR TAG REMOVAL OF VACUUM SEALING MACHINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
VARIANCE OBTAINED FOR SPECIALIZED PROCESSING METHODS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FACILITY NOT MEETING COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS IN FACILITY NOTED REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGES OF FROZEN FISH(SALMON, TUNA AND KATSU ANAGO) STORED IN FREEZER ON SECOND FLOOR DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED FACILITY EXCEPT FOR FISH THAT IS FROZEN BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER PACKAGING AND BEARS A LABEL THAT IT IS TO BE KEPT FROZEN UNTIL TIME OF USE A RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT MAY NOT PACKAGE FISH USING A REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGING METHOD. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT DOCUMENTATION AND PROCEDURES MUST BE SUBMITTED AND APPROVED BY CDPH BEFORE PERFORMING SUCH SPECIALIZED FOOD PROCESSES AND MUST BE MAINTAINED.CORRECTED ON SITE TAGGED UNIT AND MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED VACUUM PACKAGED FROZEN FISH VALUED AT $1675 AND WEIGHING 62LBS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION COMBINED WITH VIOLATION #29
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED OPENINGS AT BASE OF REVOLVING 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.
OBSERVED EXPOSED PRESET KNIFE AND FORK ON TABLES IN DINING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL PRESET TABLEWARE SHALL BE PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION BY BEING WRAPPED, COVERED OR INVERTED.
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 IRREVERSIBLE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR FOR MEASURING SURFACE TEMPERATURE OF UTENSILS AND OTHER DISHES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO 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 PEELING PAINT, BLACK MOLDLIKE STAINS AND RUST ON PIPES AND BEAMS IN BASEMENT DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PEELING PAINT AND RUST ON PIPES AND BEAMS IN DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT SAID PIPES AND BEAMS IN DISHWASHING AREA AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED CONDENSATION DRIPPING FROM LARGE PIPES ON CEILING IN DISHWASHING AREA IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN DISHROOM IN BASEMENT TO PREVENT CONDENSATION FROM COLLECTING ON EQUIPMENT AND CEILING.
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 15, 2025 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
Feb 7, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
4-204.112(B): OBSERVED NO VISIBLE THERMOMETERS IN WALKIN COOLERS AND WALKIN FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VISIBLE THERMOMETERS IN WALKIN COOLERS AND WALKIN FREEZERS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-304.11: OBSERVED MECHANICAL VENTILATION NOT WORKING IN ALL SECOND FLOOR WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN ALL SECOND FLOOR WASHROOMS 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.
6-202.15: OBSERVED OPENINGS AT BASE OF REVOLVING 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.
6-501.19: OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICES SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM DOORS.
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, Feb 7, 2024 · Original Source
License
Feb 6, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO VISIBLE THERMOMETERS IN WALKIN COOLERS AND WALKIN FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VISIBLE THERMOMETERS IN WALKIN COOLERS AND WALKIN FREEZERS AND MAINTAIN.
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 ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE 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.
OBSERVED 60 RAT DROPPINGS IN BASEMNT IN ELECTRIC ROOM UNDERNEATH STAIRS. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE RAT ACTIVITY, REMOVE RAT DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AFFECTED AREA. RECOMMEND PEST CONTROL SERVICE FACILITY ON OR AFTER 2/6/2024. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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 NO SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICES SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM DOORS.
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 MECHANICAL VENTILATION NOT WORKING IN ALL SECOND FLOOR WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN ALL SECOND FLOOR WASHROOMS 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.