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9 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 27, 2026
Pass
7 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
4-602.11(B-E): OBSERVED BUILDUP ON BLADE OF SLICER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE SLICER 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.
3-304.12: OBSERVED IN USE UTENSILS STORED IN CONTAINER OF WATER BETWEEN USES IN FRONT OF STOVE. INSTRUCTED DURING PAUSES IN FOOD PREPARATION OR DISPENSING UTENSILS SHALL BE STORED ON A CLEAN PORTION OF THE FOOD PREPARATION TABLE OR COOKING EQUIPMENT ONLY IF THE IN USE UTENSIL AND THE FOOD CONTACT SURFACE OF THE FOOD PREPARATION TABLE OR COOKING EQUIPMENT ARE CLEANED AND SANITIZED THROUGHOUT THE DAY AT LEAST EVERY FOUR HOURS.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
4-301.12: OBSERVED ALL STOPPERS IN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL STOPPERS OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK SO THAT SAID STOPPERS SHALL FUNCTION PROPERLY IN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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.
5-402.12: UNABLE TO VERIFY EXISTENCE OF GREASE INTERCEPTOR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL GREASE TRAP SO THAT IT SHALL BE LOCATED TO BE EASILY ACCESSIBEL FOR 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.
6-501.19: OBSERVED DOOR OF ALL GENDER WASHROOM TO NOT BE SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON ALL GENDER WASHROOM DOOR SO THAT IT SHALL BE TIGHT FITTING AND SELF CLOSING.
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.
6-501.11: OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR TO THE RIGHT OF TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA OF ENCLOSED BACK PORCH.INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY TO THE RIGHT OF TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA OF ENCLOSED BACK PORCH 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
4-301.14: OBSERVED STOVE WITH SIX BURNERS IN PREP AREA NOT COMPLETELY INSTALLED UNDER VENTILATION SYSTEM. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL STOVES WITH BURNERS INSTALLED COMPLETELY UNDER VENTILATION SYSTEM OR REMOVE FROM PREMISES
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, May 27, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
May 21, 2026
Fail
13 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION
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
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON PREMISES 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.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ALL NECESSARY ITEMS AND WRITTEN PROCEDURE NOT AVAILABLE ON SITE WHEN EMPLOYEES RESPOND TO VOMITTING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN ALL NECESSARY ITEMS AND WRITTEN PROCEDURE FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITTING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED BUILDUP ON BLADE OF SLICER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE SLICER 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 COLD TCS FOOD(MILK), HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 48.9F. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD VALUED AT $2 WEIGHING 0.25LBS 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.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ANIMAL DERIVED FOOD THAT CAN BE SERVED UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER WITH NO ASTERISK IDENTIFYING IT AS SUCH. INSTRUCTED TO ADD AN ASTERISK TO ALL ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS THAT CAN BE SERVED UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER. OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE ON MENU STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOOD IS SERVED UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER. INSTRUCTED TO ADD DISCLOSURE TO MENU STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOOD IS SERVED UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER. OBSERVED NO REMINDER STATEMENT ON MENU. INSTRUCTED TO ADD REMINDER STATEMENT TO MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO 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.
OBSERVED IN USE UTENSILS STORED IN CONTAINER OF WATER BETWEEN USES IN FRONT OF STOVE. INSTRUCTED DURING PAUSES IN FOOD PREPARATION OR DISPENSING UTENSILS SHALL BE STORED ON A CLEAN PORTION OF THE FOOD PREPARATION TABLE OR COOKING EQUIPMENT ONLY IF THE IN USE UTENSIL AND THE FOOD CONTACT SURFACE OF THE FOOD PREPARATION TABLE OR COOKING EQUIPMENT ARE CLEANED AND SANITIZED THROUGHOUT THE DAY AT LEAST EVERY FOUR HOURS.
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.
OBSERVED SPOONS, KNIVES AND FORKS STORED LAYING DOWN IN UNCOVERED CONTAINER ON TABLE IN DINING ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO STORE UTENSILS INVERTED OR COVERED DURING STORAGE 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ALL STOPPERS IN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL STOPPERS OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK SO THAT SAID STOPPERS SHALL FUNCTION PROPERLY IN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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 WASTE WATER BACKING UP FROM LID OF GREASE TRAP ONTO FLOOR WHEN DRAINING ANY COMPARTMENT OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA AND OBSERVED WASTE WATER FROM THREE COMPARTMENT SINK BACKING UP FROM FLOOR DRAIN IN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA WHEN DRAINING ANY COMPARTMENT OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR GREASE TRAP AND FLOOR DRAIN IN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA FOR APPROPRIATE WASTE WATER DRAINAGE. 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.
OBSERVED DOOR OF ALL GENDER WASHROOM TO NOT BE SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON ALL GENDER WASHROOM DOOR SO THAT IT SHALL BE TIGHT FITTING AND SELF CLOSING.
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 DAMAGED FLOOR TO THE RIGHT OF TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA OF ENCLOSED BACK PORCH.INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY TO THE RIGHT OF TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA OF ENCLOSED BACK PORCH 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
OBSERVED STOVE WITH SIX BURNERS IN PREP AREA NOT COMPLETELY INSTALLED UNDER VENTILATION SYSTEM. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL STOVES WITH BURNERS INSTALLED COMPLETELY UNDER VENTILATION SYSTEM OR REMOVE FROM PREMISES.
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, May 21, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jun 5, 2025
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
6-301.14: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT FRONT AREA HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
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.
4-101.11(B, C, D, E): CERAMIC/CLAY DRINKING CUPS, PLATES, AND BOWLS ON SITE. INSTD TO ENSURE SUCH ITEMS ARE LEAD-FREE OR LEAD-SAFE LEVELS AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF SUCH ON-SITE OR REMOVED FROM PREMISES
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.
EXCESSIVE CLUTTER/UNNECESSARY ARTICLES (TIRES, NON USED EQUIPMENT) NOTED AT OUTSIDE DINING AREA. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL SUCH ITEMS 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.
2-102.13: MISSING VERIFICATION OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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 5, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
May 29, 2025
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT FRONT AREA HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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 IMPROPER STORAGE OF RAW/UNCOOKED BEEF/STEAK STORED IMMEDIATELY ABOVE COOKED AND READY TO EAT FOOD ITEMS (RED SALSA, RICE AND TACO MEAT) INSIDE COOLER IN PREP AREA. ALSO OBSERVED CONTAINER OF RAW BEEF STORED DIRECTLY ON TOP OF CONTAINER OF COOKED BEEF. READY TO EAT FOOD ITEMS DISCARDED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME. APPROX 10LBS ESTIMATED COST OF $60. INSTRUCTED TO STORE RAW FOODS AND COOKED AND READY TO EAT FOODS PROPERLY PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHING MULTI USE EQUIPMENT IN PREP SINK WITH SOAP AND WATER, RINSING, AND PLACING ON STORAGE SHELF. NO SANITIZER BEING USED. INSTD TO USE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE ALL MULTI USE EQUIPMENT CITATION ISSUED 7-38-025 PRIORITY.
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.
TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED 20 DOZEN RAW EGGS UNREFRIGERATED ON TOP OF DEEP FREEZER RANGING FROM 70.1F-73.0F. APPROXIMATE COST OF EGGS AT $100. ALL DISCARDED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME. INSTD TO MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES AT 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY
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.
CERAMIC/CLAY DRINKING CUPS, PLATES, AND BOWLS ON SITE. INSTD TO ENSURE SUCH ITEMS ARE LEAD-FREE OR LEAD-SAFE LEVELS AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF SUCH ON-SITE OR REMOVED FROM PREMISES
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
NO CHEMICAL TESTING DEVICE FOR CHLORINE ON SITE. INSTD TO OBTAIN TEST STRIPS AND MAINTAIN ON SITE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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.
1-BURNER STOVE CONNECTED TO PROPANE TANK AT TORTILLA PREP AREA. ADDITIONAL PROPANE TANKS NOTED IN STORAGE CLOSET WHERE UTILITY SINK LOCATED. PROPANE TANKS USAGE AND STORAGE PROHIBITED. INSTD TO REMOVE FROM PREMISES AND MAINTAIN. EXCESSIVE CLUTTER/UNNECESSARY ARTICLES (TIRES, NON USED EQUIPMENT) NOTED AT OUTSIDE DINING AREA. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL SUCH ITEMS 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.
MISSING VERIFICATION OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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.
CERAMIC/CLAY DRINKING CUPS AND BOWLS ON SITE. INSTD TO ENSURE CUPS ARE LEAD-FREE OR LEAD-SAFE LEVELS AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF SUCH ON-SITE OR REMOVED FROM PREMISES
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 INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COLD HOLD UNITS WITH BUILD-UP OF FOOD RESIDUE AND GRIME. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE 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 NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE AND RETAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT ALL TIMES FOR REVIEW.
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.
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2598866 NOT CORRECTED AS FOLLOWS: #10 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT DINING ROOM AREA WHERE TORTILLAS ARE PREPARED WITH BARE HAND CONTACT FOR RESTAURANT USE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND ACCORDING TO FOOD CODE STANDARDS. #38-OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 LARGE FLIES THROUGHOUT THE REAR PREP AREA ON WALLS AND TABLES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO WORK WITH LICENSED PEST CONTROL SERVICE TO ABATE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED. (PRIOR TWO DAY NOTICE GIVEN, FACILITY REMAINS IN NON-COMPLIANCE)
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, Aug 19, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Aug 15, 2024
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-602.13 OBSERVED INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COLD HOLD UNITS WITH BUILD-UP OF FOOD RESIDUE AND GRIME. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
4-202.18 OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF GREASE ON FILTERS AND HOOD SYSTEM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO 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.
8-404.13 (B:3) OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2598866 NOT CORRECTED AS FOLLOWS: #10 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT DINING ROOM AREA WHERE TORTILLAS ARE PREPARED WITH BARE HAND CONTACT FOR RESTAURANT USE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND ACCORDING TO FOOD CODE STANDARDS. #38-OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 LARGE FLIES THROUGHOUT THE REAR PREP AREA ON WALLS AND TABLES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO WORK WITH LICENSED PEST CONTROL SERVICE TO ABATE PEST ACTIVITY. #60-OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2581504 NOT CORRECTED AS FOLLOWS: #51-NO BACKFLOW DEVICE PROVIDED ON THE ICE MACHINE IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. #52- OBSERVED ICE MACHINE NOT PROPERLY DRAINING FROM POINT OF DISCHARGE TO DISPOSAL. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DRAINAGE. 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.
3-304.14 OBSERVED SOILED RAGS STORED ON TABLES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL CLEANING RAGS MUST BE STORED IN WATER WITH SANITIZER SOLUTION
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.
4-101.13(C) CERAMIC/CLAY DRINKING CUPS AND BOWLS ON SITE. INSTD TO ENSURE CUPS ARE LEAD-FREE OR LEAD-SAFE LEVELS AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF SUCH ON-SITE OR REMOVED FROM PREMISES
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.
2-102.13 OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE AND RETAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT ALL TIMES FOR REVIEW.
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, Aug 15, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Aug 8, 2024
Fail
12 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 LARGE FLIES THROUGHOUT THE REAR PREP AREA ON WALLS AND TABLES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO WORK WITH LICENSED PEST CONTROL SERVICE TO ABATE PEST ACTIVITY. 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 NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE AND RETAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT ALL TIMES FOR REVIEW.
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.
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2581504 NOT CORRECTED AS FOLLOWS: #51-NO BACKFLOW DEVICE PROVIDED ON THE ICE MACHINE IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. #52- OBSERVED ICE MACHINE NOT PROPERLY DRAINING FROM POINT OF DISCHARGE TO DISPOSAL. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DRAINAGE. #58- NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE AND PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH FOODSERVICE MANAGER TRAINING.
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
OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION LICENSE IS REQUIRED ON SITE AS WELL AS A CERTIFIED MANAGER AT ALL TIMES TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED (BEEF, CHICKEN). PRIORITY FOUNDATION #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.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO ADEQUATE SUPPLIES (DISPOSABLE MOP, DISPOSABLE LATEX GLOVES, DISPOSABLE MASK, AND ADEQUATE SANITIZER *MUST ELIMINATE NOROVIRUS*) ON SITE TO PROPERLY CLEAN UP ANY VOMIT OR DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLIES FOR VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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
OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT SINK IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE HAND DRYING PROVISION AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. #7-38-030(C). CITATION COMBINED WITH VIOLATION ABOVE.
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 NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE TO MONITOR THE INTERNAL FOOD TEMPERATURE OF TCS FOOD COOKED, DELIVERED AND SERVED. FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN PROPER THERMOMETERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.CITATION ISSUED.
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.
OBSERVED SOILED RAGS STORED ON TABLES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL CLEANING RAGS MUST BE STORED IN WATER WITH SANITIZER SOLUTION
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.
CERAMIC/CLAY DRINKING CUPS AND BOWLS ON SITE. INSTD TO ENSURE CUPS ARE LEAD-FREE OR LEAD-SAFE LEVELS AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF SUCH ON-SITE OR REMOVED FROM PREMISES
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 INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COLD HOLD UNITS WITH BUILD-UP OF FOOD RESIDUE AND GRIME. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF GREASE ON FILTERS AND HOOD SYSTEM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO 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.