Canvass
Aug 21, 2026
11 recorded violations
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ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDSOAP AVAILABLE AT FRONT PREP HANDSINK IN AREA #114. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. COS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 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.
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FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED INTERIOR FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF 3-COMP SINK (ALL BASINS) AND ICE WELL IN REAR KITCHEN AREA SOILED WITH GREEN BUILD-UP AND FOOD DEBRIS IN HOLA BIRDS AREA 214. FOOD EMPLOYEES CLEANED AND SANITIZED FOOD CONTACT SURFACES ONSITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-025
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.
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PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES
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OBSERVED HOT DOGS STORED IMPROPERLY IN HOT HOLDING UNIT WITH TEMPERATURE MEASURING 123-131 DEGREES F IN AREA #110. ALL DISCARDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION CITATION ISSUED 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.
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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
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OBSERVED REAR SIDE EXIT DOOR (LEFT) NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOF IN WAREHOUSING STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
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.
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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SPLASHGUARDS AT HANDSINK IN #124 BURNHAM BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SPLASHGUARDS ON BOTH SIDES OF HANDSINK TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION AND MAINTAIN. ALSO OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS IMPROPERLY STORED DIRECTLY ON COUNTERTOP IN AREA #132. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ICE SCOOPS IN A CLEAN, DESIGNATED HOLDER BETWEEN USES.
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.
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PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MALE EMPLOYEE WITH BEARDS AND NO BEARD GUARD. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR BEARD GUARD AT ALL TIMES WHEN PREPARING FOOD AND MAINTAIN. COS.
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.
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SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
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OBSERVED SOILED LINENS STORED ON FOOD PREP SURFACE IN AREA VC113 SOUTH MARCHE. RELOCATED TO SOILED LINEN BASKET.
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.
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
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OBSERVED STEAMER LEAKING POTABLE WATER IN AREA 306, THE WORKS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE TO ELIMINATE LEAK 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.
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
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OBSERVED WHEELS OF HEAVY FRYING EQUIPMENT WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS IN AREA #126 AND IN AREA #439 THE WORKS. ALSO OBSERVED FRYER CABINETS WITH ACCUMULATION OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS IN AREAS #134 AND #242. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED RUST INSIDE BASINS OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE 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.
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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
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OBSERVED SODA COOLER CONDENSER CONDENSATE DISCHARGE HOSE DISCHARGING INTO BUCKET AT SHORELINE BBQ, AREA 213. INSTRUCTED TO ROUTE DISCHARGE TO FLOOR DRAIN. ALSO OBSERVED DRAINS IN AREA 119 WITH ACCUMULATED ORGANIC DEBRIS. OBSERVED 3-COMP DRAIN PLUMBING WITH SMALL LEAK BUT FUNTIONAL IN AREA 205 TAQUERIA 77 AND IN AREA 438 THE WORKS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING AND LIFTED FLOOR PANELS IN AREA VC113 SOUTH MARCHE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 21, 2026 · Original Source