NOTED CUTTING BOARD IN KITCHEN WITH DEEP STAINS AND CUTS. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORETO A SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE BY SANDING AND SEALING OR REPLACE 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 PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
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, Feb 11, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 28, 2025
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
FOUND DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN STORAGE AREA; INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN WITH NAME OF PRODUCT INSIDE OF CONTAINER (FLOUR, CORN MEAL 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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS AND GRILL, CLEAN AREA UNDER GRILL, CLEAN EXTERIOR OF DEEP FREEZER, CLEAN INSIDE OF REFRIGERATION UNITS WHERE NEEDED, CLEAN FAN COVERS INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
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.
THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE SELF SERVE COFFEE AREA IS DRAINING SLOWLY; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT SO THAT SINK DRAINS PROPERLY.
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.
OBSERVCED SOME WATER STAINED AND DAMAGED CEILING TILE IN WASHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED.
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.
THE PERSON IN CHARGE HAS NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN. (MOHAMMED ABDULLAH)
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, May 28, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
May 19, 2025
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
FOUND DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN STORAGE AREA; INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN WITH NAME OF PRODUCT INSIDE OF CONTAINER (FLOUR, CORN MEAL 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.
FOUND RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. OBSERVED 60 OR MORE MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE POTATO CHIP STORAGE SHELF AGAINST THE WALL AND ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA UNDER THE DRY INGREDIENTS (FLOUR, CORN MEAL); INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. 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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS AND GRILL, CLEAN AREA UNDER GRILL, CLEAN EXTERIOR OF DEEP FREEZER, CLEAN INSIDE OF REFRIGERATION UNITS WHERE NEEDED, CLEAN FAN COVERS INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
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.
THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE SELF SERVE COFFEE AREA IS DRAINING SLOWLY; INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT SO THAT SINK DRAINS PROPERLY.
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 USED STANDING MOP WATER IN BUCKET IN REAR STORAGE AREA; INSTRUCTED TO DISPOSE OF WATER WHEN DONE CLEANING.
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.
OBSERVCED SOME WATER STAINED AND DAMAGED CEILING TILE IN WASHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED.
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.
THE PERSON IN CHARGE HAS NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN. (MOHAMMED ABDULLAH)
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.
UPON ENTERING THE STORE I OBSERVED THE EMPLOYEE ON DUTY (PERSON IN CHARGE) SMOKING A CIGARETTE BEHIND THE FRONT SERVING COUNTER. INSTRUCTED THAT NO SMOKING IS ALLOWED INSIDE PREMISES AT ANY TIME. CITATION ISSUED UNDER THE CLEAN INDOOR AIR ORDINANCE 7-38-015 FIRST OFFENSE.
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, May 19, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 8, 2024
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 40 RODENT DROPPINGS ON THE LOWER SURFACE OF THE DEEP FRYERS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN AREA. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR ASSISTANCE. 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.
OBSERVED THE CAN OPENER IN THE REAR WITH FOOD AND DIRT BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CAN OPENER.
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 THE CHEST FREEZER IN THE PREP AREA WITH THICK ICE BUILD UP AND FOOD/DIRT ON THE LOWER SERVICE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE BUILD UP, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREEZER.
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 THE FOLLOWING CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2573554 DATED 04/03/2023 NOT CORRECTED AND/OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT/MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: #10-OBSERVED THE FACILITY MISSING THE REQUIRED HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. #39-OBSERVED AN OPEN 15-25 LB BAG OF SUGAR STORED IN THE CABINET AT THE SELF-SERVICE COFFEE STATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE SAID SUGAR TO AVOID CONTAMINATING THE FOOD PRODUCT AND MAINTAIN. #49-OBSERVED THE MICROWAVE AT THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA WITH SEVERE FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP AND FOOD SPLATTERS. ALSO, THE INSTA POT (WHERE THE RICE IS COOKED) STORED ON THE SHELVING UNIT AT THE FOOD PREP AREA WITH FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP AND NOT MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAID EQUIPMENT. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTAINT. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT WHEN IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND WHEN PREPARING/SERVING FOOD. MAINTAIN SAME.
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.
OBSERVED THE TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE TOILET ROOM OVERFLOWING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TOILET ROOM.
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 WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE WALK IN COOLER AND IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CEILING TILES 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.