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The full inspection history
5 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Dec 12, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 43Equipment and utensils
Official wording
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CUP USED AS DISPENSING UTENSIL FOR ICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE PROPER ICE DISPENSING UTENSIL WITH HANDLE STORED ABOVE ICE 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.
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES IN GIRLS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLES IN ALL GIRLS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS.
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 OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS ALONG LOWER WALLS IN KITCHEN NEAR HAND WASHING SINK, DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL TILES AND BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS IN KITCHEN, PEELING PAINT ALONG WALLS IN REAR STORAGE AREA NEAR WALK-IN FREEZER AND DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE 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, Dec 12, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Dec 8, 2025
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 43Equipment and utensils
Official wording
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CUP USED AS DISPENSING UTENSIL FOR ICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE PROPER ICE DISPENSING UTENSIL WITH HANDLE STORED ABOVE ICE 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.
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES IN GIRLS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLES IN ALL GIRLS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS.
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 OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS ALONG LOWER WALLS IN KITCHEN NEAR HAND WASHING SINK, DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL TILES AND BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS IN KITCHEN, PEELING PAINT ALONG WALLS IN REAR STORAGE AREA NEAR WALK-IN FREEZER AND DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE 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.
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2627170 ON 11-17-25:60- PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2603769 ON 10-1-24:38-OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR IN THE ROOM WITH THE WALK-IN FREEZER AREA NOT RODENT PROOFED AT THE BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
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, Dec 8, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Dec 1, 2025
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 1/4" GAP AT BOTTOM OF LEFT FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR 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 CUP USED AS DISPENSING UTENSIL FOR ICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE PROPER ICE DISPENSING UTENSIL WITH HANDLE STORED ABOVE ICE 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.
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES IN GIRLS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLES IN ALL GIRLS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS.
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 OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS ALONG LOWER WALLS IN KITCHEN NEAR HAND WASHING SINK, DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL TILES AND BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS IN KITCHEN, PEELING PAINT ALONG WALLS IN REAR STORAGE AREA NEAR WALK-IN FREEZER AND DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE 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.
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2627170 ON 11-17-25:60- PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2603769 ON 10-1-24:38-OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR IN THE ROOM WITH THE WALK-IN FREEZER AREA NOT RODENT PROOFED AT THE BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
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, Dec 1, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Nov 17, 2025
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN GIRLS AND BOYS WASHROOM NEAR KITCHEN (73.2F-70.9F). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED
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 1/4" GAP AT BOTTOM OF LEFT FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR 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 CUP USED AS DISPENSING UTENSIL FOR ICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE PROPER ICE DISPENSING UTENSIL WITH HANDLE STORED ABOVE ICE 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.
OBSERVED MILK CRATES USED AS SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE.
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 COVERED RECEPTACLES IN GIRLS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLES IN ALL GIRLS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS.
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 OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS ALONG LOWER WALLS IN KITCHEN NEAR HAND WASHING SINK, DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL TILES AND BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS IN KITCHEN, PEELING PAINT ALONG WALLS IN REAR STORAGE AREA NEAR WALK-IN FREEZER AND DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE 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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2603769 ON 10-1-24:38-OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR IN THE ROOM WITH THE WALK-IN FREEZER AREA NOT RODENT PROOFED AT THE BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
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, Nov 17, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 1, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
6 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR IN THE ROOM WITH THE WALK IN FREEZER AREA NOT RODENT PROOFED AT THE BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR AND MAINTAIN.
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.
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
PERSON IN CHARGE (PIC) DOES NOT HAVE A CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER'S (CFM) CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE THE PIC OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID CFM CERTIFICATE.
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
NO CHICAGO CFM CERTIFICATE NOR MANAGER ON SITE WHEN PREPARING/SERVING TCS FOODS (I.E. MILK, BEANS, CHEESE, ETC.). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CFM ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN PREPARING/SERVING TCS FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 VIOLATION 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.
THE FOLLOWING PLUMBING ISSUES EXIST AND MUST BE FIXED AND MAINTAINED: -LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE DINING AREA. -LEAKS AT THE BASE OF THE FAUCET ON THE HAND WASHING SINK AND THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. -EXTREMELY LOW HOT/COLD WATER PRESSURE AT THE WASHBOWL CLOSEST TO THE WINDOW IN THE GIRLS TOILET ROOM BY THE CAFETERIA.
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.
THE DRAIN PIPE FROM THE AIR CONDITIONER IS DRAINING INTO THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE DRAIN PIPE TO A FLOOR DRAIN 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.
THE FLOORS IN THE CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND STORAGE RACKS WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.
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.