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The full inspection history
4 inspections
Canvass
Jan 29, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
1 recorded violation
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FRONT SERVING LINE AREA NOT MAINTAINED. SINK IS INOPERABLE AND UNABLE TO PROVIDE CONTINUOUSLY RUNNING WATER. WATER SHUTS OFF IMMEDIATELY AFTER BEING TURNED ON. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITIY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-030(C). ENGINEER ARRIVED TO REPAIR THE HANDWASHING SINK. HANDWASHING SINK IS NOW OPERABLE.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 29, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 7, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
3 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDPAPER TOWELS PROVIDED IN THE HAND SINK NEXT TO THE SERVING LINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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.
OBSERVED GREEN COLOR CODED CUTTING BOARD WITH DARK STAINS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS 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 WATER TEMPERATURE AT (1) HAND SINK MEASURED AT 73.4F IN THE LOWER LEVEL GIRLS WASHROOM LOCATED ADJACENT TO THE LUNCH ROOM.INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN MINIMUM WATER TEMPERATURE 100 F.THE TWO OTHER HANDWASHING SINKS IN SAID WASHROOM WERE AT PROPER TEMPERATURE AT THIS TIME. OBSERVED LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE AT ONE OF TWO HAND SINKS IN THE BOYS WASHROOM LOCATED IN THE 1ST FLOOR.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING ISSUE 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 7, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Feb 20, 2024
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15--OBSERVED MAIN ENTRANCE DOORS WITH GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOORS.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOMS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY 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.
4-501.11--OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR STAND UP-COOLER LOCATED IN KITCHEN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET 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.
2-102.13--OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITH EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.
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 A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR STAND UP-COOLER LOCATED IN KITCHEN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET 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 WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK 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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2570094 DATED:01/23/2023 #51--OBSERVED NO HOT WATER IN RIGHT SINK IN GIRL'S TOILET ROOM ON 2ND FLOOR. HOT WATER IN RIGHT SINK WAS MEASURED AT 87 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HOT WATER WITH A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100 F TO ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT NOTED VIOLATION AND MAINTAIN BY 2/20/2024. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED MAIN ENTRANCE DOORS WITH GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOORS.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOMS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY 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.
OBSERVED LITTER,DEBRIS AND SPILLAGE ON GROUND FLOOR AT OUTSIDE COMPACTOR ENCLOSURE AREA.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN OUTSIDE COMPACTOR ENCLOSURE.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN HALLWAY LEADING TO THE LUNCHROOM 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 A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITH EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.
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.