Complaint
Jul 25, 2025
9 recorded violations
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
PERSON IN CHARGE WITH NO ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE, A CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFIED PERSON MUST BE PRESENT WHILE HANDLING TCS FOODS (PORK, BEEF, CHICKEN, FISH ETC) WITH AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE AND MUST BE POSTED AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED
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.
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ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA.
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.
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FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
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INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (FLOUR, SEASONED FLOUR, COCONUT FLAKES 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.
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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
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OBSERVED FOOD BOXES STORED ON FLOOR INSIDE THE BASEMENT WALK-IN FREEZER. MUST BE STORE 6" OFF THE FLOOR TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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.
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IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
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OBSERVED ICE SCOOP STORED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE IN A SEPARATE CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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.
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
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INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE RACKS WITH DUST AND MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE THE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER AND RACKS INSIDE THE BASEMENT LIQUOR WALK-IN COOLER.
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.
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT.
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.
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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
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INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH THE DISH MACHINE SPRAYER SINK AND IN LEAKY DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH THE PREP SINK IN THE DISHROOM/KITCHEN.
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.
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DISH ROOM WALL AND CEILING IN POOR REPAIR WITH PEELING PAINT AND WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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, Jul 25, 2025 · Original Source