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The full inspection history
4 inspections
Short Form Complaint
May 28, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
3 recorded violations
notedCode 13Contamination
Official wording
FOOD IN GOOD CONDITION, SAFE, & UNADULTERATED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NUMEROUS PACKAGES OF MEAT(CHUCK STEAK, RIBEYE STEAK, SANDWICH STEAK, SPENCER STEAK, BEEF SHANKS, ETC) SPOILED, DISCOLORED (BLACK, BROWN AND GREEN PATCHES) AND DISPLAYED FOR SALE IN MEAT DISPLAY COOLER. OBSERVED SEVERAL GREEN AND WHITE MOLD SPOTS ON SLICED SLAB BACON DISPLAYED FOR SALE IN DISPLAY COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. FOOD DISPLAYED FOR SALE SHALL BE SAFE, UNADULTERATED AND IN GOOD CONDITION. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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.
6-202.13 OBSERVED FLY STRIPS HANGING IN BASEMENT PRODUCE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL FLY STRIPS FROM PREP AREA.
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 28, 2026 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Apr 24, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
7 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNS AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN STAFF WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNS AT ALL HANDWASHING 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 NUMEROUS PACKAGES OF MEAT(TOP ROUND STEAK, PEPPER STEAK, CHUCK ROAST, ETC) SPOILED, DISCOLORED (BLACK, BROWN AND GREEN PATCHES) AND DISPLAYED FOR SALE IN MEAT DISPLAY COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. FOOD DISPLAYED FOR SALE SHALL BE SAFE, UNADULTERATED AND IN GOOD CONDITION. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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.
6-202.13 OBSERVED FLY STRIPS HANGING IN BASEMENT PRODUCE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL FLY STRIPS FROM PREP AREA.
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.
4-501.11 OBSERVED WATER LEAKING AND ICE BUILDUP ON COMPRESSOR UNIT INSIDE MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN UNIT.
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.
5-204.12 OBSERVED HOSE CONNECTED TO SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA WITH NO BACKFLOW DEVICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE BACKFLOW 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.
6-501.11 OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES IN MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE CEILING TILES 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, Apr 24, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Apr 7, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
7 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNS AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN STAFF WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNS AT ALL HANDWASHING 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 NUMEROUS PACKAGES OF MEAT SPOILED, DISCOLORED (BLACK, BROWN AND GREEN PATCHES) AND DISPLAYED FOR SALE IN MEAT DISPLAY COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. FOOD DISPLAYED FOR SALE SHALL BE SAFE, UNADULTERATED AND IN GOOD CONDITION. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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 FLY STRIPS HANGING IN BASEMENT PRODUCE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL FLY STRIPS FROM PREP AREA.
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 WATER LEAKING AND ICE BUILDUP ON COMPRESSOR UNIT INSIDE MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN UNIT.
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 HOSE CONNECTED TO SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA WITH NO BACKFLOW DEVICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE BACKFLOW 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 MISSING CEILING TILES IN MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE CEILING TILES 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, Apr 7, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Sep 24, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
6 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON-SITE FOR REVIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
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 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH LEAKY ON FACET NECK IN MEAT PREP DEPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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 VARIOUS PRODUCE ITEMS FOR SALE WITH THE PRESENCE OF WHITE/GRAY/BLACK MOLD LIKE FLUFFY FUZZ AND DUSTY BUILD UP, BRUISED, DISCOLORED, AND SOME ITEMS SOFT TO THE TOUCH DURING TIME OF THE INSPECTION. THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS... APPROXIMATELY 40LBS STRAWBERRIES, 5 LBS PACKAGED CAULIFLOWER, 7 LBS RED SEEDLESS GRAPES, 12LBS ZHUCCINI, 5 LBS YELLOW SQUASH, 8 LBS SERRANO PEPPERS, 5 LBS FRESH CORN, AND 8 LBS CANTALOUPE. ALL SAID ITEMS ARE STORED INSIDE THE DISPLAY COOLER IN THE REAR OF THE FACILITY AND THE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SAFE, UNADULTERATED, AND HONESTLY REPRESENTED FOOD ITEMS AS REQUIRED BY CODE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. ALL SAID ITEMS WERE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED BY THE PERSON IN CHARGE. TOTAL COST: $200.
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 FOOD HANDLER PREPARING FOOD (CHOPPED ONION AND ASSORTED MELONS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WHILE OPERATING.
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.
OBSERVED PRODUCE DISPLAY COOLING EQUIPMENT AND WALLS THROUGHOUT MEAT PREP AREAS AS WELL AS CEILING AND WALLS OF PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER WITH BUILT-UP MOLD-LIKE BLACK PATCHES THAT COVER LARGE AREA OF SAID EQUIPMENT AND WALLS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
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.