PREP TABLE BASE IS RUSTY NOT CLEANABLE.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.
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 SINK STOPPERS ARE NEEDED AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. REPLACE
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.
REMOVE GREASE ON FLOOR UNDER THE STOVES.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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 28, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Dec 2, 2024
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
GREASE ON FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. EXCESS DEBRIS UNDER SHELVES AND ALONG BASEBOARD WALLS. 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.
LABEL WITH COMMON NAME DRY FOOD STORED IN PLASTIC CONTAINERS
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.
MUST NOT USE DUCT TAPE AS A MEANS OF REPAIR ON WALL BEHIND PREP TABLE BY THE FRYERS.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NONN-ABSORBENT MATERIAL
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.
ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS, UTILITY CONNECTIONS AND EQUIPMENT SURFACES BEHIND COOKING LINE.MUST 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.
LEFT FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IS LEAKING,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR
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 TABLETOP USED AS FOOD PREP TABLE WITH BLENDER ON TOP NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. THE SURFACE MUST BE RESTORED TO A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION AND MAINTAINED.
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 FRYERS WITH ACCUMULATION OF GREASE. FRYERS INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR NEED TO BE CLEANED IN DETAIL AND MAINTAINED.
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 SELF-CLOSING DEVICE NEEDED ON DOOR TO WASHROOM CLOSE TO FOOD PREP AREA. INSTALL 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 TOO MUCH CLUTTER IN THE REAR WITH ACCUMULATION OF UNUSED EQUIPMENT. MUST ELIMINATE ALL ITEMS THAT ARE BEING USED IN THE FACILITY.
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 SINGLE BURNER STOVE NOT UNDER HOOD. BURNER MUST BE UNDER VENTILATION HOOD.
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.
OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. MUST PROVIDE.
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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNS. SIGNS PROVIDED
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CASES OF SODA AND WATER STORED ON THE FLOOR. STORE ALL CASES OF SODA AND WATER AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR ON PROPER SHELVING.
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 NO HOT WATER THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY AT ALL SINKS, INCLUDING 3 COMPARTMENTS, HANDINK, MOP SINK AND WASHBOWL SINK. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C)
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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, Nov 2, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 23, 2023
Pass
6 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
ALL DRY GOODS NEED TO PROPERLY LABELED WITH STANDARDS OF IDENTITY. LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
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 TABLETOP USED AS FOOD PREP TABLE WITH BLENDER ON TOP NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. THE SURFACE MUST BE RESTORED TO A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION AND MAINTAINED.
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 FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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 NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. MUST PROVIDE.
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 FRYERS WITH ACCUMULATION OF GREASE. FRYERS INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR NEED TO BE CLEANED IN DETAIL AND MAINTAINED.
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 FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT UNCLEAN WITH HEAVY GREASE ACCUMULATION. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS 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.