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The full inspection history
19 inspections
Complaint Re-Inspection
Apr 2, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
: 2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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, Apr 2, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Mar 26, 2026
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES FOR SOME EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)9CITATION 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN WOMEN'S THE SECOND TO LAST SINK IN POOR REPAIR MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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 EVIDENCE OF APPX. 50 OR MORE RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN PIPES AND NEAR HOT WATER TANK IN WALKING SPACE BEHIND SERVICE COUNTER.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREA.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/26/26.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER CABINETS AND COOLERS IN PREP & REAR STORAGE AREAS.
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 FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE RUST FROM PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN WALK IN FREEZER AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
5-202.12 (B-D) : OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT LINE BURGER STATION & DISH MACHINE AREA,WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM LAST SINK ON LEFT SIDE IN POOR REPAIR USE ADDITIONAL HAND SINKS ADJACENT TO PREP AREA FOR HAND WASHING.
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.
3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE WITH COMMON NAME.(SHAKERS,SQUEEZE BOTTLES,ETC)
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.
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT,COUNTER TOPS,PREP TABLES,STORAGE SHELVES,FRYER CABINETS & WHEEL BASES,GRILL TABLE,PREP & REACH IN COOLERS & FREEZERS,PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER-FAN GUARD COVERS.
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.
5-205.15 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF 3- COMPARTMENT SINK .
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.
6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN COOLERS.
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
: 6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HOOD & FILTERS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN BURGER STATION AREA.
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, Mar 12, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 5, 2026
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT LINE BURGER STATION & DISH MACHINE AREA,WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM LAST SINK ON LEFT SIDE IN POOR REPAIR USE ADDITIONAL HAND SINKS ADJACENT TO PREP AREA FOR HAND WASHING.
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 IN ADEQUATE FOOD PROTECTION OF ICE INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF BLACK AND PINK SLIMY BUILD UP ON INTERIOR PARTS & PANELS TOUCHING ICE.MUST DISCARD ICE ,CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE 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.
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE WITH COMMON NAME.(SHAKERS,SQUEEZE BOTTLES,ETC)
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.
MUST REMOVE RUST FROM PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN WALK IN FREEZER AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE 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 CLEAN EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT,COUNTER TOPS,PREP TABLES,STORAGE SHELVES,FRYER CABINETS & WHEEL BASES,GRILL TABLE,PREP & REACH IN COOLERS & FREEZERS,PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER-FAN GUARD COVERS.
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 LEAKY MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF 3- COMPARTMENT SINK .
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.
OBSERVED CARDBOARD ON FLOOR IN DISH MACHINE AREA MUST REMOVE FOR FLOOR TO BE 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
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HOOD & FILTERS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN BURGER STATION AREA.
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, Mar 5, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jan 15, 2026
Pass
6 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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.
4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE RUST FROM PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER 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.
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM ALL PREP & REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS,ROLLING CARTS,GRILL TABLE,STORAGE SHELVES,FRYER CABINETS,PREP TABLES,DISH RACKS, ICE MACHINE INTERIOR PANEL,ICE DISPENSER ON ADDITIONAL SODA MACHINE,WALK IN COOLERS-FAN GUARDS COVERS.
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 DAMAGED WALL BASES,LOOSE AND MISSING WALL PANELS IN BEVERAGE SERVING AREA,MOLDED CEILING PANELS IN DISH WASHING AREA.DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOOR IN MAIN PREP AREA.
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
6-303.11 : OBSERVED VERY DIM LIGHTING AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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, Jan 15, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Jan 7, 2026
Fail
11 recorded violations
notedCode 8Handwashing
Official wording
HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES BY SEVERAL FOOD HANDLERS SUCH AS HAVING ON PLASTIC GLOVES AND BEING ON CELL PHONES ,SCRATCHING NOSE & WIPING EYES AND THEN HANDLING FOOD AND UTENSILS WITHOUT WASHING HANDS.MANAGER HAD EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS DURING INSPECTION.INSTRUCTED TO WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)
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 AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF BLACK SLIMY BUILD UP ON ALL INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE DISPENSER SHOOT AT SODA MACHINE COMING IN CONTACT WITH ICE FOR CONSUMPTION.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON SODA MACHINE.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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 LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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.
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 30 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND,ON WALLS AND CEILINGS IN DISH WASHING AREA,NEAR COOLER WHERE RUGS ARE STORED,UNDER SCRAPE LINE IN DISH WASHING AREA.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/7/26.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
MUST REMOVE RUST FROM PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER 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 CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM ALL PREP & REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS,ROLLING CARTS,GRILL TABLE,STORAGE SHELVES,FRYER CABINETS,PREP TABLES,DISH RACKS, ICE MACHINE INTERIOR PANEL,ICE DISPENSER ON ADDITIONAL SODA MACHINE,WALK IN COOLERS-FAN GUARDS COVERS.
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 LEAKY WATER LINE DRIPPING INTO A BUCKET ON SCRAPE LINE IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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.
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND FOOD SPLATTER DEBRIS BUILD UP ON WALLS THROUGHOUT PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.DUST BUILD UP ON VENTS AND CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREP & DISH WASHING AREA.
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 VERY DIM LIGHTING AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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, Jan 7, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Dec 2, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
6-301.14: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN LOWER LEVEL WOMEN AND MEN'S WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO POST CLEARLY VISIBLE SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES THAT NOTIFIES FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS.
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.
6-501.12: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOOR, ALONG BASES OF WALL AND IN CORNERS IN LOWER LEVEL STARBUCKS PREP AREA UNDERNEATH CABINETS, INSIDE CABINET UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND TO THE LEFT AND AND RIGHT OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOOR, ALONG BASES OF WALL AND IN CORNERS IN LOWER LEVEL STARBUCKS PREP AREA UNDERNEATH CABINETS, INSIDE CABINET UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND TO THE LEFT AND AND RIGHT OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 2, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Nov 20, 2025
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER MINIMUM WATER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 82.2-88.7F AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN WOMEN AND MEN'S LOWER LEVEL WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED A HANDWASHING SINK SHALL BE EQUIPPED TO PROVIDE WATER AT A TEMPERATURE OF AT LEAST 100F THROUGH A MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)CITATION ISSUED.
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 NO WATER PRESSURE AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN MEN'S LOWER LEVEL WASHROOM(HANDWASHING SINKS 3 AND 4 STARTING FROM LEFT). INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE WATER PRESSURE TO HANDWASHING SINKS 3 AND 4 STARTING FROM LEFT IN MEN'S LOWER LEVEL WASHROOM 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.
OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOOR, ALONG BASES OF WALL AND IN CORNERS IN LOWER LEVEL STARBUCKS PREP AREA UNDERNEATH CABINETS, INSIDE CABINET UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND TO THE LEFT AND AND RIGHT OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOOR, ALONG BASES OF WALL AND IN CORNERS IN LOWER LEVEL STARBUCKS PREP AREA UNDERNEATH CABINETS, INSIDE CABINET UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND TO THE LEFT AND AND RIGHT OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK 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.
4-101.19: OBSERVED RUST ON GREEN SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN PREP COOLER, NON FOOD CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED OF A CORRISON RESISTANT, NONABSORBENT AND SMOOTH MATERIAL FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
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.
5-501.115: OBSERVED BAGS AND CARDBOARD ON THE GROUND SURROUNDING DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN GROUND SURROUNDING DUMPSTER 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-303.11: OBSERVED NON WORKING LIGHTS IN HOODS AND IN DISHWASHING AREA WITH DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR REPAIR ALL NON WORKING LIGHTS IN SAID AREAS TO INCREASE LIGHT INTENSITY.
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, Jul 3, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 26, 2025
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 25Food temperature
Official wording
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE ON MENU STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS ARE SERVED UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER. INSTRUCTED TO ADD DISCLOSURE STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS CAN BE SERVED UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER TO MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO 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 ICE SCOOP STORED WITH THE HANDLE INSIDE OF ICE IN THE BLACK ICE CONTAINER IN THE BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP ICE SCOOPS STORED WITH THE HANDLE UP AND OUT OF FOOD ITEM TO PROTECT FROM CONTAIMNATION.
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.
OBSERVED RUST ON GREEN SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN PREP COOLER, NON FOOD CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED OF A CORRISON RESISTANT, NONABSORBENT AND SMOOTH MATERIAL FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR FOR MEASURING SURFACE TEMPERATURE OF UTENSILS AND OTHER DISHES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO 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 BAGS AND CARDBOARD ON THE GROUND SURROUNDING DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN GROUND SURROUNDING DUMPSTER 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NON WORKING LIGHTS IN HOODS AND IN DISHWASHING AREA WITH DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR REPAIR ALL NON WORKING LIGHTS IN SAID AREAS TO INCREASE LIGHT INTENSITY.
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.
NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING CERTIFICATE PROVIDED FOR ONE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VALID ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATES.
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, Jun 26, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 31, 2025
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
MUST PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA.
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 ICE SCOOP STORED WITH THE HANDLE INSIDE OF ICE IN THE BLACK ICE CONTAINER IN THE BEVERAGE WAIT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP ICE SCOOPS STORED WITH THE HANDLE UP AND OUT OF FOOD ITEM TO PROTECT FROM CONTAIMNATION.
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.
OBSERVED DUST ACCUMULATION ON THE FAN GUARDS IN THE WALK-IN COOLERS. 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.
OBSERVED VERY LOW WATER PRESSURE FOR THE HOT WATER AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE DESSERT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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.
NO COVERED RECEPTACLE (WASTE CAN WITH LID) INSIDE UNISEX EMPLOYEE/CUSTOMER RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE FOR FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS.
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.
NO COVERED RECEPTACLE (WASTE CAN WITH LID) INSIDE UNISEX EMPLOYEE/CUSTOMER RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE FOR FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS.
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 WET IN USE WIPING CLOTHS ON THE COUNTERS AND PREP TABLES IN ALL RESTAURANT STATIONS. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP WIPE CLOTHS IN PROPER 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.
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PLASTIC BOWLS AND TRAYS STORED FACING UP ON THE PREP COOLERS IN THE TACO AND GRILL STATIONS. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT PLASTIC CONTAINERS TO PROTECT FROM OVERHEAD 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.
OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE FAUCET AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE CHICAGO GRILL STATION. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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.
OBSERVED GREASE SPILLS ON THE FLOORS UNDERNEATH COOKING AND FRYING EQUIPMENT ALONG THE WALLS IN THE GRILL AND TACO STATION. 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 31, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jan 17, 2024
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DUST ACCUMULATION ON THE INTERIOR OF VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE COOKING AND FRYING EQUIPMENT AT THE MAIN LINE. INSTRUCTED TO SCHEDULE A CLEANING 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 DIRT ACCUMULATION AND SPILLED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN UNDER AND BETWEEN COOKING AND FRYING EQUIPMENT. 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.
OBSERVED NO VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE OF TWO DOOR REACH-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS IN THE DESSERT SECTION, AND NO VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 17, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Jan 10, 2024
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE OF TWO DOOR REACH-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS IN THE DESSERT SECTION, AND NO VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
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.
OBSERVED WET MOP STORED IN THE BUCKET IN THE UTILITY ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO HANG MOPS TO ALLOW TO DRY 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.
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30 LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NEAR FLOOR DRAIN AND IN THE CORNER NEAR ICE MACHINE THAT IS NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PREVENT HARBORAGE AND REMOVE ITEMS FROM THE PREMISES THAT IS NO LONGER IN USE. ALSO INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL TO TREAT AND REMOVE FRUIT FLY ACTIVITY FROM AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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 DUST ACCUMULATION ON THE INTERIOR OF VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE COOKING AND FRYING EQUIPMENT AT THE MAIN LINE. INSTRUCTED TO SCHEDULE A CLEANING 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.