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The full inspection history
5 inspections
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jul 8, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
5-202.12 OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINKS IN TOILET ROOMS NOT STAYING ON FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS. INSTRUCTED TO ADJUST SO THE HANDWASHING SINK STAYS ON FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS.
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.
4-601.11 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED ICE INSIDE OF THE WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ACCUMULATED ICE.
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.
6-501.12 OBSERVED MINOR ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 8, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Apr 27, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
6 recorded violations
notedCode 5Other
Official wording
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s notes
2-501.11 OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE NOR ADEQUATE SUPPLIES TO PROPERLY RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
5-202.12 OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINKS IN TOILET ROOMS NOT STAYING ON FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS. INSTRUCTED TO ADJUST SO THE HANDWASHING SINK STAYS ON FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS.
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.
3-501.16 OBSERVED TCS FOODS AT INADEQUATE COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES LOCATED IN A COLD HOLDING UNIT IN THE FOOD PREP AREA; OBSERVED ABOUT 20 LBS OF SAUSAGE BURRITOS AT INADEQUATE COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 50F-53F, ABOUT 3 LBS OF SLICED HAM AT 52F AND ABOUT 2 LBS OF RAW BACON AT 59F. MANAGER VOLUNTEERILY DISCARDED AND DENATURE SAID TCS FOODS. ALL TCS FOODS THAT WERE DISCARDED VALUED APPROXIMATELY $42.07. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS MAINTAIN ALL COLD HOLDING TCS FOODS AT 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
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.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
4-301.11 OBSERVED A COLD HOLDING UNIT, WITH TCS FOODS INSIDE, AT AN INADEQUATE COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 56F DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS MAINTAIN ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS AT 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. UNIT TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MAY NOT BE USED. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
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.
4-601.11 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED ICE INSIDE OF THE WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ACCUMULATED ICE.
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.
6-501.12 OBSERVED MINOR ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 27, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Feb 19, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON FANGUARDS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, BEVERAGE MACHINES, HOLDING UNITS, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, AND FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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 FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON FLOOR UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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, Feb 19, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Apr 3, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 3, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Mar 27, 2024
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HOT WATER ABOVE MAXIMUM OF 120F AT HAND WASHING SINK (129.5) NEAR LAUNDRY MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MAINTAIN 100F-120F WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 1/4" GAP ON BOTTOM LEFT CORNER OF REAR RECEIVING DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS ON DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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 FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS INSIDE FLOOR DRAINS AND ON FLOOR UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN WALK-IN COOLER, WALK-IN FREEZER, PREP, STORAGE, UTILITY, AND DISH WASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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 FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, HOLDING UNITS, PREP COOLERS, PREP FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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 LOOSE FAUCET ON NORTHEAST HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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.