License
Feb 17, 2026
4 recorded violations
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A 1/4" GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT/ENTRANCE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT BY PROVIDING A TIGHT-FITTING SEAL AT ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial wording
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HAND WASH SINK WITHOUT A WASTE RECEPTACLE IN PREP AND DISHWASH AREAS WHERE DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWELS ARE PROVIDED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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 wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MOP STORED IMPROPERLY IN THE REAR OF THE FACILITY AT THE MOP SINK 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON EXHAUST VENTILATION IN THE WASHROOMS AND IN THE REAR OF THE FACILITY OVERHEAD VETILATION. INSTRUCTED 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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 17, 2026 · Original Source