4-501.11: OBSERVED CRACKED INTERIOR SURFACE OF LOWER ICE MACHINE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR OR REPLACE INTERIOR SURFACE OF LOWER ICE MACHINE DOOR TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF ICE.
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: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN BAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN BAR. OBSERVED WATER DRAINING FROM DRAINPIPE OF ICE MACHINE ONTO FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DRAINPIPE OF ICE MACHINE FOR PROPER WASTE WATER DRAINAGE INTO FLOOR DRAIN.
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.
6-501.11: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN FIRST FLOOR REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN FACILITY AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEN TILES THROUGHOUT FIRST FLOOR REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPLACE MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEN FLOOR TILES IN FIRST FLOOR REAR PREP AREA NEAR FLOOR DRAIN NEAR TWO COMPARTMENT SINK AND IN WALKWAY LEADING TO DINING AREA FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
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: AT TIME OF INSPECTION FACILITY PROVIDED EXPIRED ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VALID PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATES.
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 12, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 5, 2026
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 5Other
Official wording
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ALL NECESSARY ITEMS AND WRITTEN PROCEDURE NOT AVAILABLE ON SITE WHEN EMPLOYEES RESPOND TO VOMITTING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN ALL NECESSARY ITEMS AND WRITTEN PROCEDURE FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITTING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. 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.
OBSERVED COLD TCS FOODS, HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 46.0-99.7F. OBSERVED COLD TCS FOODS, RAW EGG IN SHELL(56.2-58.5F), HAM(48.4F), BEEF(46.0-99.7F), PORK(49.8-51.6F), SHREDDED CHEESE(48.7-50.9F), SOUR CREAM(46.0F), BEANS(49.1-57.1F), SHREDDED LETTUCE(55.6F), SLICED AND DICED TOMATOES(46.9-47.3F), SALSA(49.3-53.2F), CHEESE STUFFED PEPPERS(52.3F), FISH CEVICHE(48.9F), FISH(49.6F), COOKED VEGETABLES(49.6-54.1F), CHICKEN(51.4F)AND VEGETABLE AND BEEF SOUP(50.4-51.6F) HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD VALUED AT $1000 WEIGHING 80LBS 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.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED TWO COLD HOLDING UNITS AT IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE.OBSERVED TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR AND SMALL TWO DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT IN FIRST FLOOR REAR PREP AREA AT IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 56.0-56.3F. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE HELD FOR INSPECTION TAGS PLACED ON TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR AND SMALL TWO DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT IN FIRST FLOOR REAR PREP AREA. 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 CRACKED INTERIOR SURFACE OF LOWER ICE MACHINE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR OR REPLACE INTERIOR SURFACE OF LOWER ICE MACHINE DOOR TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF ICE. OBSERVED DAMAGED GASKETS ON BOTH DOORS OF TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN REAR FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED GASKETS ON BOTH DOORS OF TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN FIRST FLOOR REAR PREP AREA.
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
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 LEAKING FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN BAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN BAR. OBSERVED WATER DRAINING FROM DRAINPIPE OF ICE MACHINE ONTO FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DRAINPIPE OF ICE MACHINE FOR PROPER WASTE WATER DRAINAGE INTO FLOOR DRAIN.
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 NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN ALL GENDER EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR ALL GENDER EMPLOYEE WASHROOM FOR SANITARY PRODUCTS.
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 ICE BUILDUP ON CONDENSOR LINE IN WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE FROM CONDENSOR LINE IN WALK IN FREEZER 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.
AT TIME OF INSPECTION FACILITY PROVIDED EXPIRED ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VALID PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATES.
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 5, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 12, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15: REAR EXIT DOOR NEAR BASEMENT STAIRWELL NOT PROTECTED, APPROX 1/4 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM CORNER. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME SO AS TO BE TIGHT FITTING AND PROPERLY PROTECTED
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 12, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
May 8, 2025
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 25Food temperature
Official wording
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
Inspector’s notes
MISSING CONSUMER ADVISORY WITH DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON THE MENU FOR FOOD ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS (EGGS , STEAK ) THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED AND ADD A REMINDER ON THE MENU THAT READS: *THESE ITEMS CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW. CONSUMING UNDERCOOKED OR RAW FOODS CAN INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOODBORNE ILLNESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #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.
REAR EXIT DOOR NEAR BASEMENT STAIRWELL NOT PROTECTED, APPROX 1/4 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM CORNER. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME SO AS TO BE TIGHT FITTING AND PROPERLY PROTECTED
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
LARGE OPEN CONTAINERS OF SALSA BEING STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTD TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD STORAGE 6 INCHES 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.
DEEP, DARK STAINS ON LARGE CUTTING BOARD ACROSS FROM WAREAWASHING UNIT. INSTD TO RESURFACE/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN CUTTING BOARDS AT ALL TIMES.
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.
GREASE TRAP OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK (1ST FLOOR) OVERFLOWING WITH WASTE WATER ONTO FLOOR WHEN DRAINING. INSTD TO REPAIR AND NOT USE UNTIL PROPERLY DRAINING. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY
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, May 8, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Sep 3, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING COVER FOR LIGHT SWITCH ALONG STAIRS TO BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND SEAL.
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, Sep 3, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Aug 27, 2024
Fail
2 recorded violations
notedCode 60Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2579654 NOT CORRECTED; #47 OBSERVED GASKETS ON THE TALL TWO-DOOR REFRIGERATOR AND TWO-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN THE PREP AREA IN DISREPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. #47-OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS AT THE COOK LINE WITH DEEP SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS.#55 OBSERVED SPILL FOOD DEBRIS IN THE UPSTAIRS KITCHEN AND PREP AREA ON THE WALLS BEHIND AND NEXT TO EQUIPMENT AND ON THE FLOORS UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT AND SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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.
OBSERVED MISSING COVER FOR LIGHT SWITCH ALONG STAIRS TO BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND SEAL.
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.