Canvass
Dec 17, 2025
8 recorded violations
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ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE IN THE REAR MENS TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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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PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
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NO PROCEDURE IN PLACE NOR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROCEDURE AND NECESSARY SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS AND MAINTAIN ON-SITE AT ALL TIMES CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY FOUNDATION
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF 53.4 DEGREES(HAM, SLICED VEGETEABLES) IN THE THREE DOOR PIZZA PREP STATION UPPER COMPARTMENTS. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD ITEMS (15LBS) 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.
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PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THREE DOOR PIZZA COOLING/PREP UNIT OUT OF TEMPERATURE HAM AT (52.9) DISCARDED PRODUCT, UNIT TAGGED FOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE OR REMOVE TAG UNTIL REINSPECTION HAS BEEN COMPLETED. 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.
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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
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OBSERVED GAPS IN THE REAR EXIT DOOR RUBBER STRIP AT THE BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
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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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE GASKETS SEALS ON THE THREE DOOR PIZZA PREP COOLING UNIT ON ALL DOORS DAMAGED AND IN NEED OF REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL.
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
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE WALK IN COOLING UNIT FLOOR UNDER SHELVING IN NEED OF DETAILED CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE PROTECTIVE SHIELDING MISSING FROM THE LIGHT UNIT IN THE FRONT PIZZA AREA OVER THE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING A POSSIBLE PHYSICAL CONTAMINATION.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 17, 2025 · Original Source