Complaint Re-Inspection
Aug 14, 2026
5 recorded violations
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SMALL FLY INFESTATION/LARVAE CONCETRATED IN UNUSED CHEST FREEZER IN BASEMENT AREA. PERSON IN CHARGE SEALED AND DISPOSED OF FREEZER AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT CLEAN AND SANITIZED FOR THE PREVENTION OF PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsOfficial wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GASKETS IN COLD HOLD UNITS WITH GRIME BUILDUP. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE LEAKING FROM OVERHEAD PIPE IN REAR BASEMENT AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE 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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE WATER DAMAGE TO CEILING IN BASEMENT AREA REAR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND SEAL AREA TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEABANLE. OBSERVED DAMAGE TO BASEMENT WALLS, AND BUCKLING PAINT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AREAS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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 wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY TO BE EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO OBTAIN UPDATE TRAINING AND RETAIN ON SITE 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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 14, 2026 · Original Source