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The full inspection history
3 inspections
Complaint
Mar 4, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
NOTED THE FLOORS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER UNDERNEATH THE SHELVING DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER CHIP DISPLAY TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
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.
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE BOTTOM SHELVES WHERE THE CHIPS ARE BEING DISPLAYED. ALSO CHANGES BOXES OUT. MUST CLEAN THE WALLS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLERS AROUND THE FANS TO REMOVE DUST.
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, Mar 4, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 7, 2024
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP AND DEBRIS FROM WINDOW SILLS,SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS,WALK IN COOLER-FAN GUARD COVERS AND SHELVING UNITS
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.
6-201.13: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES AT PREP AREA,REAR STORAGE AREA,DAMAGED WALL AT ENTRY.MUST REMOVE MOLD FROM WALL IN REAR STORAGE NEXT TO COOLER.
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 : OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES.
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, Nov 7, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 31, 2024
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (ITALIAN BEEF,GROUND BEEF,CHEESE SAUCE,ETC)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(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.
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF APPX. 5LBS. RAW GROUND BEEF AT 48.9F INSIDE OF 1-DOOR GLASS REACH-IN COOLER. THE PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY THE MANAGER. MUST HAVE COLD-HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 5LBS. $10.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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 1-DOOR GLASS REACH-IN COOLER AT 50.1F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE. A HOLD FOR THE INSPECTION TAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON THE UNIT. ONCE REPAIRED, EMAIL FOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG.MUST HAVE A COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW. (PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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.
MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD HOLDING UP HAND WASHING SINK IN CUSTOMERS TOILET ROOM.
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.
MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP AND DEBRIS FROM WINDOW SILLS,SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS,WALK IN COOLER-FAN GUARD COVERS AND SHELVING UNITS.
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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER/PREP AREA,REAR STORAGE AREA,DAMAGED WALL AT ENTRY.MUST REMOVE MOLD FROM WALL IN REAR STORAGE NEXT TO COOLER.
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.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2568930 12/22/22 NOT CORRECTED #10-6-301.14 : OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS IN THE PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.#38-6-202.15 : OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT, ALONG SIDES & TOP OF DOOR.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING. #49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILT UP FROM POP SLEEVES IN WALK-IN COOLER AND POP DISPLAY ON SALES FLOOR, LOWER CABINET UNDER COFFEE STATION. MUST DEFROST BOTH FREEZERS ON THE SALES FLOOR. #53-5-501.17 : MUST PROVIDE A LID FOR GARBAGE CAN IN CUSTOMER TOILET ROOM.#55- 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES ON SALES FLOOR. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
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