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9 inspections
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jun 17, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
FOUND BULK FOOD CONTAINERS WITH NO LABELS.(RICE,BEANS,ETC.)MUST LABEL.
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.
FOUND SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING.MUST PROVIDE.
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 17, 2026 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Jun 9, 2026
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
FOUND BULK FOOD CONTAINERS WITH NO LABELS.(RICE,BEANS,ETC.)MUST LABEL.
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.
FOUND OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREAS NOT CLEAN.GARBAGE SPILLAGE/ DUMPSTER GARBAGE OVERFLOWING.PRIORITY FOUNDATION.CITATION ISSUED.7-38-020B.MUST 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.
FOUND SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING.MUST PROVIDE.
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 9, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
May 5, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
3 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
FOUND BULK FOOD CONTAINERS WITH NO LABELS.(RICE,BEANS,ETC.)MUST LABEL.
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.
FOUND SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING.MUST PROVIDE.
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.
FOUND PREVIOUS VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT DATED 4-28-26 INSPECTION # 2635812. VIOLATION 38. OBSERVED 10 RAT DROPPINGS INSIDE TOOL STORAGE ROOM.PRIORITY VIOLATION.CITATION ISSUED.7-42-090.REMOVED RAT DROPPINGS FROM TOOL STORAGE DURING INSPECTION.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 5, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Apr 28, 2026
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s notes
FOUND SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING.MUST PROVIDE.
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.
FOUND TOOL STORAGE ROOM EXCESSIVELY CLUTTERED.(OLD EQUIPMENT,PAINT,ETC.)MUST BE CLEANED AND ORGANIZED.
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.
FOOD HANDLERS ON PREMISES WITH NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE.
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.
FOUND OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREAS NOT CLEAN.GARBAGE SPILLAGE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED.7-38-020B. MUST 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.
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
PERSON IN CHARGE WITH NO SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE.
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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES WHILE HANDLING TCS FOODS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION.CITATION ISSUED.7-38-012.MUST PROVIDE.
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
FOUND NO SOAP AT HANDSINK.PRIORITY FOUNDATION.CITATION ISSUED.7-38-030C.PROVIDED BY THE END 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.
FOUND BULK FOOD CONTAINERS WITH NO LABELS.(RICE,BEANS,ETC.)MUST LABEL.
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.
FOUND RAT DROPPINGS AT PREMISES INSIDE TOOL STORAGE ROOM AND UNDER DISH RACK.OBSERVED 35 RAT DROPPINGS AT THE ABOVE MENTIONED AREAS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-020A. MUST REMOVE ALL RAT DROPPINGS AND NOTIFY PEST CONTROL OPERATOR.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 28, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 2, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 2, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 24, 2025
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP AT FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS SWEEPS. MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOORS 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ONE BURNED OUT VENTILATION HOOD LIGHT BULB. MUST REPLACE WITH WORKING VENTILATION HOOD LIGHT BULB.
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.
FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING 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.
THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2609405 DATED ON 12/18/24 NOT CORRECTED-#51- BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT THE UTILITY MOP SINK.MUST INSTALL SO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER SAID PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION MUST BE CORRECTED BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 24, 2025 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
Dec 26, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
5 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
2-102.14(O)--OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.
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.
4-501.11--INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER RAISED STORAGE RACKS FOR PROPER FOOD STORAGE INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER 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.
5-204.12--BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT THE UTILITY MOP SINK.MUST INSTALL SO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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.
6-501.114--INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES/UNUSED EQUIPMENTS (UNUSED MIXER,BOXES ETC.)IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND ON TOP OF THE WALK-IN-COOLER DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-501.14--INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF DUSTS ON CEILING VENTILATION COVERS IN WASHROOMS 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 26, 2024 · Original Source
License
Dec 18, 2024
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.
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.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE WALK-IN COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 51.0F.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE COOLER AT 41F OR COLDER AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY VIOLATION 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.
OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS STORED ON THE KITCHEN STORAGE RACK.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.
BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT THE UTILITY MOP SINK.MUST INSTALL SO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES/UNUSED EQUIPMENTS (UNUSED MIXER,BOXES ETC.)IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND ON TOP OF THE WALK-IN-COOLER DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF DUSTS ON CEILING VENTILATION COVERS IN WASHROOMS 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.