SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
6 inspections
Short Form Complaint
Aug 19, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET LEAKING AT BASE ALSO RIGHT SIDE COMPARTMENT DRAIN PIPE LEAKING AT SAME. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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 ACCUMULATED FOOD/GRIME BUILD UP ON WALL BY REAR EXIT DOOR. MUST CLEAN WALL 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 19, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Jun 24, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET LEAKING AT BASE ALSO RIGHT SIDE COMPARTMENT DRAIN PIPE LEAKING AT SAME. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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 ACCUMULATED FOOD/GRIME BUILD UP ON WALL BY REAR EXIT DOOR. MUST CLEAN WALL 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 24, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jan 10, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 10, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Jan 3, 2025
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 2 LIVE ROACHES INSIDE PREP AREA 1-DOOR REACH IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REMOVE ALL ROACH ACTIVITY BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. ADVISED TO CALL PEST CONTROL OPERATOR FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).
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.
THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN- OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON ALL SHELVES AT PREP AND DISHWASH AREAS, FOOD BUILD UP IN CAN OPENER AND SLICER AND FOOD BUILD UP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL SINKS. MUST CLEAN ALL EQUIPMENT 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 FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT ON THE FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS, AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND WAREWASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS, AND ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS 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.
NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST BE CERTIFIED WITH NAMES OF EMPLOYEES ON PREMISES.
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, Jan 3, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 26, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
10 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
HANDWASHING SINK AT HALLWAY BY THE RESTROOM NOT MAINTAINED. HOT WATER MAY NOT EXCEED 120F, THROUGH A MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. PRESENTLY HOT WATER TEMP OF 132.6F AND CANNOT BE TEMPERED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED. ON 7-29-2024,HOT WATER AT ABOVE SINK MAINTAINS 100F
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.
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED
Inspector’s notes
WE OBSERVED 7 (THREE BY THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND 4 INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER) PLASTIC CONTAINERS PREVIOUSLY USED FOR TOXIC MATERIAL (LIQUID DISH SOAP), WITH COOKED FOOD STORED IN THEM. CONTAINERS PREVIOUSLY USED TO STORE POISONOUS OR TOXIC MATERIAL MAY NOT BE USED TO STORE, TRANSPORT OR DISPENSE FOOD. FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED BY EMPLOYEES. POUNDS 45.VALUE $159. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR STORED ITEMS. PROVIDE PROPER RAISED SHELVING. WALK-IN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR DOOR IN POOR REPAIR: DEEP CUTS,PEELING PAINT ETC.NOT CLEANABLE. SURFACE MUST BE 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.
MUST NOT USE ALUMINUM FOIL AS LINER FOR SHELVING AND AT COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE SURFACE. WALK-IN COOLER DOOR IS IN POOR REPAIR AND NOT EASILY CLEANABLE. SURFACE MUST 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.
WE OBSERVED BOTH 1ST FLOOR WASHROOMS TAGGED "NOT IN USE". OBSERVED TOILET BOWLS OVERFLOWING AND NOT ABLE TO FLUSH EVEN TOILET PAPER. MUST REPAIR ISSUE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED. THE PLUMBER ARRIVED ON SITE TO CORRECT THE VIOLATION. ANOTHER WASHROOM IS ON SITE IN THE BASEMENT AREA. ON 7-29-24 WASHROOM IN WORKING CONDITIONS.
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.
BROKEN CEILNG IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. WATER LEAKING FROM PIPES.REPAIR ISSUE. ON 7-29-2024 CEILING REPAIRED IN BASEMENT .ALSO PIPE REPAIRED
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM:NOVEMBER 17,2023 REPORT#2585432 #10) 6-301.14: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDSINKS USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES AND MAINTAIN. #39) 3-305.11: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR AND MAINTAIN. #47)4-501.12: OBSERVED MULTIPLE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP SCRATCHES AND STAINS ON PREP SURFACES IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO RESURFACE/REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN. #55)6-501.12: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT ON THE FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS, AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND WAREWASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS, AND ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-42-090,CITATION ISSUED UPON MY RETURN ON 7-29-2024 THE ABOVE VIOLATIONS WERE CORRECTED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
MUST LABEL DRY FOOD CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME. ON 7-29-24 DRY FOOD CONTAINERS WAS LABELED
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.
OBSERVED NO FAUCET NECK PROVIDE AT SCRAPE SINK, HOWEVER ATTACHED IS A HOSE THAT REACHES THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. WATER SPRAYER INSIDE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE PROVIDED AT AT SAID SINK. MUST INSTALL PROPER FAUCET, SUPPLIED WITH WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, AT SCRAPE SINK AND PROVIDE A BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE. ON 7-29-24 A NEW WATER SPRAYER INTALLED AT SCAPE SINK.
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.
NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES PROVIDED ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS
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, Jul 26, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Nov 17, 2023
Pass
6 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
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.
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT ON THE FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS, AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND WAREWASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS, AND ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS 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 A MISSING LIGHT SHIELD FOR CEILING LIGHTS ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR WAREWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDSINKS USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES AND MAINTAIN.
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 MULTIPLE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP SCRATCHES AND STAINS ON PREP SURFACES IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO RESURFACE/REPLACE 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.
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, AND SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. (NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES)
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.