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6 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Aug 27, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-201.11: **C** Floors, Walls, and Ceilings- Cleanability OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: DISH AREA UNDER HANDSINK, CEILING OF ICE MAKED ON 2ND FLOOR, ABOVE COMPRESSOR NEAR BEER COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL.
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 27, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Aug 21, 2026
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(A): **PF** Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils OBSERVED ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN REAR PREP AND 2ND FLOOR PREP WITH A BUILD-UP OF BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE, DRIPPING ONTO ICE CUBES STORED AT BELOW ICE BIN.ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. ALSO BLACK SLIME AT EXTERIOR OF UNIT BETWEEN ICE BIN AND TOP PART OF THE UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.
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.
6-501.111: **PF** Controlling Pests (Pest Activity, Harborage) OBSERVED PEST ACTIVITY WITH APPROX. 35 SMALL FLIES NOTED DURING INSPECTION. SMALL FLY ACTIVITY WAS NOTED NEAR THE BARS, SERVER STATIONS, 2ND FLOOR PREP, MENS TOILET ROOM ROOF TOP AND 2ND FLOOR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT PEST CONTROL AS ADDITIONAL SERVICES ARE NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE ACTIVITY PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION.EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 5 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR ON 2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE AREAS MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
4-301.12(B): **PF** Manual Warewashing, Sink Compartment Requirements (Sink Compartments Not Large Enough) OBSERVED WATER BACKING UP AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA AT BAR. WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM 2ND SINK BASIN, WATER BACKS UP INTO 1ST AND 3RD SINK BASINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR BEFORE RE-INSPECTION DATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION
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.
5-205.15: **C** System Maintained in Good Repair (In Good Repair) OBSERVED 3 COMP SINK ON SOUTHEAST BAR LEAKING FROM MIDDLE DRAIN, INSTRUCTED 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.
6-201.11: **C** Floors, Walls, and Ceilings- Cleanability OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: DISH AREA UNDER HANDSINK, CEILING OF ICE MAKED ON 2ND FLOOR, ABOVE COMPRESSOR NEAR BEER COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL.
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
6-303.11: **C** Intensity- Lighting OBSERVED A BURNED OUT LIGHT-BULB IN THE HOOD/EXHAUST AREA INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULB AND MAINTAIN LIGHTING
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:4): **PF** Enforcement by the Regulatory Authority (Non-Compliance) NOTED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT # 2626505 CONDUCTED ON 11/04/2025. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: (#10)6-301.14: **C** Handwashing Signage OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS IN FRONT BAR AREA AND INSIDE WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. (#16)4-602.11(B-E): **C** Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency OBSERVED INNER LINING OF THE ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. (#38)6-202.15: **C** Outer Openings, Protected OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED. OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR WITH 1/2 INCH OPENING ON BOTTOM DOOR. MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITHING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. MUST CORRECT CORE VIOLATIONS BY THE DATE ON THE REPORT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS MEANS OF ELEVATION. MUST USE APPROVED SHELVING.
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 HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS IN FRONT BAR AREA AND INSIDE WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE 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 INNER LINING OF THE ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN. 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.
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
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.
OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED. OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR WITH 1/2 INCH OPENING ON BOTTOM DOOR. MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITHING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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 EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF ICE BUILD UP INSIDE MEAT SHEST FREEZER. MUST REMOVE ICE AND CLEAN CHEST FREEZER.
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.
OBSERED SLOW LEAK AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK HANDLE IN REAR KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST 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.
OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP INSIDE LIGHTSHIELDS COVERS IN MAIN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF DUST BUILD UP INSIDE CEILING VENTILATION VENTS ON THE 2ND FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED OPENING INTO CEILING IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST SEAL 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, Nov 4, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 20, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 20, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
May 13, 2024
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED PINK SLIME BUILD UP INSIDE 1ST (FLOOR RIGHT SIDE) ICE MACHINE DRIPPING INTO ICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. ALL ICE INSIDE SAID ICE MACHINE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED.
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 1/4 INCH GAP AT FRONT 3506 N CLARK ENTRANCE DOOR SWEEP AND AT REAR EXIT DOOR SWEEP. MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOORS.
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.
FLOOR CLUTTERED/LITTERED IN WOMENS EMPLOYEES LOCKER ROOM. MUST CLEAN/ELEVATE ALL ITEMS OFF FLOOR IN WOMENS EMPLOYEES LOCKER ROOM.
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 ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES.
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.