Short Form Complaint
Sep 2, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 2, 2026 · Original Source
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Mariano's #8539
3857 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr
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23 inspectionsComplaint
Aug 3, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBESRVED MISSING HANDWASH SIGNAGE IN EMPLOYEE RESTROOMS AT FRONT CHECK OUT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 40Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS PREPPING FOOD WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GREASE SPILLS IN REAR DELI PREP AREA AT DEEP FRYERS. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 3, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 22, 2026
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-305.11 OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AT BAKERY PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
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.
More about food not protected from contaminationnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
4-101.19 OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANIN
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 problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(B) OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND WALLS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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 problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.114 OBSERVED CLUTTER STORED ON FLOOR IN CLOSET AT STAN'S PREP AREA INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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 record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 22, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Apr 20, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
6 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
NOTED IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEMS INSIDE THE FOOD DISPLAY COOLER AT DELI PREP AREA AND MILK DISPLAY COOLER. IMPROPER: VARIOUS COOKED FOOD ITEMS CHICKEN AT 48.0F AND MILK AT 48.1F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 50 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $300.00 THROUGH THE DENATURING PROCESS. 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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 33Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
NOTED IMPROPER COLD-HOLD TEMPERATURE OF 50F AT DELI DISPLAY CASE. INFORMED ALL REFRIGERATOR UNITS SHALL MAINTAIN A PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 41F AND BELOW. REFRIGERATOR UNIT MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH (CDPH). UNIT TAGGED. 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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AT BAKERY PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
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.
More about food not protected from contaminationnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
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 problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND WALLS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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 problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CLUTTER STORED ON FLOOR IN CLOSET AT STAN'S PREP AREA INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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 record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 20, 2026 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Oct 6, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
7 recorded violations
notedCode 13Contamination
Official wording
FOOD IN GOOD CONDITION, SAFE, & UNADULTERATED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED APPROXIMALTELY 34 1/2 LBS OF FRESH BLACKBERRIES, RASPBERRIES, STRAWBERRIES AND BLUE BERRIES STORED INSIDE PRODUCE DISPLAY COOLING UNIT WITH WHAT APPEARS TO BE FUZZY WHITE, GRAY AND GREEN PATCHES ON SURFACES OF FRUIT AND INSIDE CONTAINERS THROUGHOUT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SAFE AND PRODUCE IN GOOD CONDITION AS REQUIRED AND MAINTAIN.PERSON IN VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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.
More about food not protected from contaminationnotedCode 35Food temperature
Official wording
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED
Inspector’s notes
3-501.13 OBSERVED TCS FOODS IMPROPERLY THAWING INSIDE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN MEAT PREP AS WELL AS 2 LARGE BAGS OF SHRIMP AND SALMON FILET IN SUSHI PREP ON TOP OF STORAGE CART. INSTRUCTED TO THAW UNDER REFRIGERATION OR WITH CONTINUOUS RUNNING WATER AND
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
4-204.112(B) OBSERVED COOLING UNIT LOCATED IN STANS DONUTS PREP AREA WITHOUT THERMOMETER INSIDE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WHERE TCS FOODS ARE LOCATED.
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 40Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
Inspector’s notes
2-402.11 OBSERVED FOOD EMPLOYEES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS WITHOUT EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WHILE OPERATING.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(B)OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS, BREAD BAKING PANS, ROLLING CARTS, POPCORN MIXING EQUIPMENT WORKING INGREDIENTS STORED THROUGHOUT BAKERY, ALL DISPLAY CASES WITH DONUTS AND POCORN / SWEETS WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT LOCATED INSIDE PREP AREAS. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
6-501.18 OBSERVED PLUMBING FIXTURES IN RESTROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
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 problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.12 OUT C 12/16/2025 6-501.12 OBSERVED ALL FLOORS IN REAR STOCK/STORAGE, WALK IN COOLERS/FREEZERS AND UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT LOCATED THROUGHOUT ALL PREP AREAS INCLUDING GROCERY STORE AISLE WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF TRASH AND FOOD DEBRIS. NOTED DRIED FOOD SPLATTER ON WALLS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 6, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Sep 16, 2025
Pass
6 recorded violations
notedCode 35Food temperature
Official wording
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED
Inspector’s notes
3-501.13 OUT C 12/12/2025 OBSERVED TCS FOODS IMPROPERLY THAWING INSIDE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN MEAT PREP AS WELL AS 2 LARGE BAGS OF SHRIMP AND SALMON FILET IN SUSHI PREP ON TOP OF STORAGE CART. INSTRUCTED TO THAW UNDER REFRIGERATION OR WITH CONTINUOUS RUNNING WATER AND MAINTAIN.
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
4-204.112(B)OBSERVED COOLING UNIT LOCATED IN STANS DONUTS PREP AREA WITHOUT THERMOMETER INSIDE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WHERE TCS FOODS ARE LOCATED.
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 40Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
Inspector’s notes
2-402.11 OBSERVED FOOD EMPLOYEES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS WITHOUT EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WHILE OPERATING.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(B)OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS, BREAD BAKING PANS, ROLLING CARTS, POPCORN MIXING EQUIPMENT WORKING INGREDIENTS STORED THROUGHOUT BAKERY, ALL DISPLAY CASES WITH DONUTS AND POCORN / SWEETS WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT LOCATED INSIDE PREP AREAS. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
6-501.18 OBSERVED PLUMBING FIXTURES IN RESTROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
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 problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.12 OBSERVED ALL FLOORS IN REAR STOCK/STORAGE, WALK IN COOLERS/FREEZERS AND UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT LOCATED THROUGHOUT ALL PREP AREAS INCLUDING GROCERY STORE AISLE WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF TRASH AND FOOD DEBRIS. NOTED DRIED FOOD SPLATTER ON WALLS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 16, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 12, 2025
Out of Business
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 12, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Sep 12, 2025
Fail
11 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING HANDSINKS (COFFEE PREP, PREPARED FOOD PREP/DISHWASHING AREA AS WELL AS MEAT DEPARTMENT) WITHOUT HAND DRYING PROVISIONS AVAILABLE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (C). CITATION ISSUED.PERSON IN CHARGE PROVIDED DURING TIME OF INSPECTION.
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.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 21Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES DURING TIME OF INSPECTION NOTED APPROXIMATELY 11 LBS COOKED RIBS RANGING BETWEEN 118.4F-120F, 10 LBS BAKED CHICKEN PARTS RANGING BETWEEN 109F-121F ALL LOCATED INSIDE HOT HOLD UNITLOCATED IN GROCERY. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD ALL HOT TCS AT 135F OR HIGHER AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.PERSON IN CHARGE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. TOTAL COST $75
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 LBS RAW SLAB RIBS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE STORED INSIDE MIDDLE BASIN OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN MEAT DEPARTMENT PREP. NOTED TEMPERATURE RANGING BETWEEN 55F-70F.PERSON IN CHARGE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD ALL COLD TCS AT 41F AND BELOW AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-005. SEE ABOVE VIOLATION FOR CITATION INFORMATION. TOTAL COST $90.
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 35Food temperature
Official wording
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED TCS FOODS IMPROPERLY THAWING INSIDE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN MEAT PREP AS WELL AS 2 LARGE BAGS OF SHRIMP AND SALMON FILET IN SUSHI PREP ON TOP OF STORAGE CART. INSTRUCTED TO THAW UNDER REFRIGERATION OR WITH CONTINUOUS RUNNING WATER AND MAINTAIN.
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED COOLING UNIT LOCATED IN STANS DONUTS PREP AREA WITHOUT THERMOMETER INSIDE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WHERE TCS FOODS ARE LOCATED.
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 3 LBS APPROXIMATELY RAW OYSTERS STORED ON ICE IN DISPLAY CASE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION WITHOUT TAG CONTAINING REQUIRED IDENTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND REMAIN ATTACHED UNTIL LAST SHELLSTOCK IS SOLD.PERSON IN CHARGE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED SAID SHELLSTOCK AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. TOTAL COST $20.
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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode 40Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD EMPLOYEES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS WITHOUT EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WHILE OPERATING.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
More about employee hygiene or health policy issuesnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS, BREAD BAKING PANS, ROLLING CARTS, POPCORN MIXING EQUIPMENT WORKING INGREDIENTS STORED THROUGHOUT BAKERY, ALL DISPLAY CASES WITH DONUTS AND POCORN / SWEETS WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT LOCATED INSIDE PREP AREAS. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 52Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SEWAGE BACKING UP FROM FLOOR DRAIN AND POOLING ON FLOOR IN CASA MERCADO GUACAMOLE PREP AREA DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED AREA NOT IN USE AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WASTE WATER SYSTEM CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREA AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PLUMBING FIXTURES IN RESTROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
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 problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ALL FLOORS IN REAR STOCK/STORAGE, WALK IN COOLERS/FREEZERS AND UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT LOCATED THROUGHOUT ALL PREP AREAS INCLUDING GROCERY STORE AISLE WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF TRASH AND FOOD DEBRIS. NOTED DRIED FOOD SPLATTER ON WALLS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 12, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 14, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
FLOORS THROUGH OUT PREP AREAS NEED DETAIL CLEANING AROUND, UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DEBRIS, SPILLS AND/OR GREASE.
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 record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 14, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 10, 2024
Out of Business
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 10, 2024 · Original Source
License
Sep 10, 2024
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DEBRIS: WALK IN DAIRY COOLER, REAR STORAGE.
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 problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ICE BUILD UP INSIDE THE ICE CREAM FREEZER DISPLAY ON THE SELLING FLOOR AND ALSO ICE BUILD UP INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER. MUST DEFROST AND CLEAN.
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 record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 10, 2024 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Aug 30, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 30, 2024 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Jun 10, 2024
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING WEATHER STRIPPING AT THE ENTRANCE FRONT OUTTER DOOR. OBSERVED THE REAR MIDDLE DOCK DOOR PLATFORM WITH AN OPENING. POSSIBLE ENTRY POINT FOR PEST. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.
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 insectsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED LEAKS AT THE 3 COMP SINK IN THE PRODUCE PREP ROOM. MUST 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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 10, 2024 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
May 13, 2024
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING WEATHER STRIPPING AT THE ENTRANCE FRONT OUTTER DOOR. OBSERVED THE REAR MIDDLE DOCK DOOR PLATFORM WITH AN OPENING. POSSIBLE ENTRY SPOT FOR PEST INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.
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 insectsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED LEAKS AT THE 3 COMP SINK IN THE PRODUCE PREP ROOM. MUST 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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILINGS IN THE BAKERY DEPARTMENT AND THE PRODUCE PREP COOLER WITH A BUILD UP OF DUST, DIRT, FOOD AND OTHER DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS AND POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ISSUES.
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 record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 13, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
May 1, 2024
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING WEATHER STRIPPING AT THE ENTRANCE FRONT OUTTER DOOR. OBSERVED THE REAR MIDDLE DOCK DOOR PLATFORM WITH AN OPENING. POSSIBLE ENTRY SPOT FOR PEST INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.
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 insectsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILINGS IN THE BAKERY DEPARTMENT AND THE PRODUCE PREP COOLER WITH A BUILD UP OF DUST, DIRT, FOOD AND OTHER DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS AND POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ISSUES.
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 problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED LEAKS AT THE 3 COMP SINK IN THE PRODUCE PREP ROOM. MUST 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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 1, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Apr 23, 2024
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED LEAKS AT THE 3 COMP SINK IN THE PRODUCE PREP ROOM. MUST 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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILINGS IN THE BAKERY DEPARTMENT AND THE PRODUCE PREP COOLER WITH A BUILD UP OF DUST, DIRT, FOOD AND OTHER DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS AND POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ISSUES.
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 problemsnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED APPROX 75 DROPPINGS ALONG THE BASE OF THE WALL IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA, ANOTHER 75 IN THE ELECTRICAL ROOM, AND APPROX 30 DROPPINGS LOCATED IN THE PORTERS CLOSET ALONG THE FLOOR AND ON THE WHITE PIPE JUST ABOVE THE FLOOR. ISTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS, CONTACT PEST CONTROL AND NOTIFY OF THE AREAS WHERE DROPPINGS WERE SPOTTED. 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 23, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Apr 3, 2024
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF THE MEAT DISPLAY COOLERS ON THE SELLING FLOORS. MUST REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS. ALSO CLEAN THE MEAT SLICER BETWEEN USE AND NEEDED TO PREVENT BUILD UP.
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 problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMP SINK IN THE STARBUCK KIOSK. MUST 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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING IN THE FOLLOW AREAS TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE: KITCHEN PREP AREAS, WALK IN COOLERS AND REAR STORAGE AREA ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS. ALSO WALLS NEED CLEANING IN THE PREP KITCHEN PREP AREA TO REMOVE SPATTER.
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 record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 3, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Mar 5, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 5, 2024 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Feb 26, 2024
Fail
1 recorded violation
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 6 RAT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON THE CHIP DISPLAY SHELVING AND 15 RAT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON THE FLOOR UNDER UNUSED PIZZA PREP AREA. INSTRUCED MANAGER TO REMOVE AND DETAIL CLEAN AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-020(A).
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 record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 26, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jan 17, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, STORAGE SHELVING, COUNTER TOPS, STORAGE BINS/CONTAINER IN ALL FRONT PREP AREA. ALSO CLEAN DISPLAY SHELVING TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS. MUST DEFROST AND CLEAN INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZERS,WALK IN PRODUCE COOLER NEEDS CLEANING (FLOORS,WALLS AND CEILING.
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 record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 17, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Jan 10, 2024
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 30 RAT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA BEHIND THE LIQUOR STORAGE CAGE AND POP RACK, ALSO 25 RAT DROPPINGS SCATTERD ON THE FLOOR IN THE FRONT PIZZA AREA UNDERNEATH THE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND DETAIL CLEAN AFFECTED AREA. MUST CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-020(A).
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 insectsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, STORAGE SHELVING, COUNTER TOPS, STORAGE BINS/CONTAINER IN ALL FRONT PREP AREA. ALSO CLEAN DISPLAY SHELVING TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS. MUST DEFROST AND CLEAN INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZERS,WALK IN PRODUCE COOLER NEEDS CLEANING (FLOORS,WALLS AND CEILING.
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 problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS THROUGH OUT, ESPECIALLY WHERE DROPPINGS WERE NOTED AND IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREAS. ALSO MUST CLEAN THE CEILING IN THE FRONT POPCORN PREP AREA 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 10, 2024 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Nov 28, 2023
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 28, 2023 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Nov 7, 2023
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 7, 2023 · Original Source