OBSERVED POTS AND PANS NOT STORED INVERTED IN DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO STORE ALL DISHES NOT IN USE INVERTED TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT BAR AREA AND IN REAR DISH AREA NOT LABLED DESIGNATING COMPARTMENTS, WASH-RINSE-SANITIZE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO LABEL 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.
OBSERVED LARGE HOLE IN WALL IN REAR PREP ROOM (WHERE DRY BULK INGREDIENTS ARE STORED). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLOSE AND SEAL HOLE WITH MATERIAL THAT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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 POTS AND PANS NOT STORED INVERTED IN DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO STORE ALL DISHES NOT IN USE INVERTED TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT BAR AREA AND IN REAR DISH AREA NOT LABLED DESIGNATING COMPARTMENTS, WASH-RINSE-SANITIZE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO LABEL 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.
OBSERVED LARGE HOLE IN WALL IN REAR PREP ROOM (WHERE DRY BULK INGREDIENTS ARE STORED). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLOSE AND SEAL HOLE WITH MATERIAL THAT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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, Feb 26, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Feb 18, 2026
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PINK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE PANEL DRIPPING ONTO ICE (ICE USED FOR DRINKS FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DISCARD ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE MACHINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. 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 TCS FOOD COOKED BEEF UNDER GRILL AREA AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 56.7F. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL COLD FOOD MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 41F AND BELOW. PERSON IN CHARGE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED 15LBS OF BEEF AT A COST OF $40. 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 POTS AND PANS NOT STORED INVERTED IN DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO STORE ALL DISHES NOT IN USE INVERTED TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT BAR AREA AND IN REAR DISH AREA NOT LABLED DESIGNATING COMPARTMENTS, WASH-RINSE-SANITIZE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO LABEL 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.
OBSERVED LARGE HOLE IN WALL IN REAR PREP ROOM (WHERE DRY BULK INGREDIENTS ARE STORED). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLOSE AND SEAL HOLE WITH MATERIAL THAT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FILTERS IN HOOD SYTEM(S) WITH BUILD UP OF GREASE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGET TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 18, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 29, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
3-602.11(A; B:1-4,6,7; C; D) OBSERVED PACKAGED FOOD ITEMS (CAKE SLICES) NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL PROPERLY WITH FOOD ITEM IDENTITY, NET WEIGHT, INGREDIENTS, BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS WHERE MADE AND PACKAGED.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
3-304.14 OBSERVED IMPROPER STORAGE OF WIPING CLOTHS IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY BETWEEN USAGE.
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, May 29, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
May 22, 2025
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER STORAGE OF ICE SCOOPER BEING STORED ON TOP OF THE ICE INSIDE THE ICE BIN AT THE FRONTLINE NEAR CASHIER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY BETWEEN USAGE.
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 NO LABELS FOR BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS (WITH FLOUR, SUGAR AND BEANS) IN DRY STORAGE AREA, FOOD CONTAINER (WITH SOUR CREAM) IN PREP AREA, AND FOOD CONTAINERS (WITH SUGAR AND CHOCOLATE) AT THE FRONTLINE BEVERAGE STATION. INSTRUCTED TO LABELED WITH CONTENTS NAME.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED IN PREP AREA COOLER (BEEF AND CHICKEN) AND IN HOLD HOLDING (SOUP AND BEANS) UNCOVERED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE LIDS AND/OR COVERINGS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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 IMPROPER STORAGE OF WIPING CLOTHS IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY BETWEEN USAGE.
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 OUTSIDE DUMPSTER WITH BROKEN LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TO ENSURE TIGHT FITTING LIDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 22, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 29, 2024
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 41Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
Inspector’s notes
WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED ON COUNTER. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
FOOD CONTAINERS ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTD TO ELEVATE 6 INCHES ON PROPER SHELVING 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.
ALUMINUM FOIL ON SHELVES IN PREP COOLER LOCATED IN MAIN PREP AREA. INSTD TO REMOVE FOIL SO AS SURFACE TO BE EASILY CLEANABLE AND FOR PROPER AIR FLOW
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.