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The full inspection history
8 inspections
Canvass
Aug 17, 2026
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 41Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
Inspector’s notes
FOUND WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON THE PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION (SANITIZER MUST BE AT THE REQUIRED PPM) WHEN NOT IN USE. MAINTAIN SAME.
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.
FOUND THE CUTTING BOARD ON THE SHORT REACH IN COOLER IN FRONT OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH DARK GROOVES AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO SAND OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD TO MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE 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.
FOUND THE LOWER SURFACE OF THE REACH IN COOLERS AND THE CHEST REACH IN FREEZER WITH ICE BUILD UP, FOOD AND DIRT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN COOLERS/FREEZERS.
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.
FOUND THE FLOORS IN THE BASEMENT AND ON THE 1ST FL WITH STANDING WATER, DIRT AND DEBRIS IN THE CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND THE COOKING/COOLING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO FIND SOURCE OF WHERE THE WATER IS COMING FROM, FIX IT AND MAINTAIN CLEAN AND DRY 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.
FOUND FOOD HANDLERS ON SITE WITH NO FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLERS OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID FOOD HANDLERS 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.
OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTER UNDER THE HOT LAMP AREA WHERE THE PLATES ARE HELD. INSTRUCTED 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.
OBSERVED THE FLOOR OF THE WALK IN COOLING UNIT IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING UNDER THE SHELVING ALONG THE WALLS. INSTRUCTED 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.
OBSERVED THE FLOOR OF THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA UNDER AND AROUND ALL COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.
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 17, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jul 28, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE OUTTER GREAY AREA OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH THE START OF A BUILD UP OF SOME FORM OF POSSIBLE CALCIUM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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 LARGE CUTTING BOARD IN THE REAR AT THE MAIN COOKING LINE BADLY STAINED AND WITH DEEP CUTTING GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
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 THE FOLLOWING AREAS WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, FOOD DEBRIS AND WALL SPLATTER... THE REAR PREP AREA WHERE FRUIT AND OTHER ITEMS ARE PREPARED AND THE FRONT MAIN COOKING STATION AREA UNDER AND AROUND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, FLOOR, WALL AND LOWER SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
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, Jul 28, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jan 6, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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.
INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING. INSTRUCTED 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.
LEAK AT BASEMENT WALL AREA IN NEED OF CORRECTING INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT LEAK AND REMOVE ALL STANDING WATER.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 6, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jan 2, 2025
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
HANDWASHING SINK IN DISHWASHING PREP AREA NOT MAINTAINING 100 DEGREES OR MORE. WATER TEMPERATURE IS 74 DEGREES. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SINK CORRECTED AND MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE PRIORITY VIOLATION 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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.
INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING. INSTRUCTED 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.
LEAK AT BASEMENT WALL AREA IN NEED OF CORRECTING INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT LEAK AND REMOVE ALL STANDING WATER.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 2, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 7, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 7, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 3, 2024
Fail
2 recorded violations
notedCode 59Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION NOT CORRECTED FROM ARIL 24, 2024 REPORT #2593314 #60 PREVIOUS CORE VOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM MARCH 9, 2023 REPORT #2572276, #55 6-501.11 OBSERVED WALLS AND CEILING IN POOR REPAIR(OPENINGS, PEELING PAINT, ETC) BEHIND AND ABOVE SODA DISPENSER UNITS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. WALLS AND CEILINGS SHALL BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 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, May 3, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 24, 2024
Fail
11 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
FOUND INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WITH HEAVY BUILD UP OF A BLACK SUBSTANCE AT ICE CHUTE AND A GRAY SUBSTANCE AT THE FRONT PANEL OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE MACHINE. CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN MACHINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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.
LARGE CAN OPENER IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN OR REPLACE BLADE AT THIS TIME. CORRECT 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 VOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM MARCH 9, 2023 REPORT #2572276, #55 6-501.11 OBSERVED WALLS AND CEILING IN POOR REPAIR(OPENINGS, PEELING PAINT, ETC) BEHIND AND ABOVE SODA DISPENSER UNITS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. WALLS AND CEILINGS SHALL BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. #55 6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOO DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS IN PREP, STORAGE AND DISH WASHING AREAS. OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #58 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AVAILABLE FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT PREVIOUS CORE VOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER CUTTING FRESH TOMATOES WITH BARE HANDS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER AND FOOD HANDLER TO ALWAYS USE GLOVES WHEN HANDLING READY TO EAT TCS FOOD ITEMS. HANDS FOOD HANDLER STOP PROCESS WASH HANDS AND PUT ON GLOVES. ALL CUT TOMATOES WERE DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. TOTAL VALUE $20 3 LBS PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
OBSERVED RAW SHELLED EGGS IN A BUCKET NOT UNDER REFRIGERATION AT 55.6 DEGREES, OBSERVED A BUCKET OF POOLED EGGS NOT UNDER REFRIGERATION AT 58.8 DEGREES. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE EGG PRODUCTS AT 41.0 DEGREES OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. EGGS WERE DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. TOTAL VALUE $ 25 8 LBS PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
OBSERVED FLY ACTIVITY IN BASEMENT AND DRY STORAGE/3 COMP SINK AREA. OBSERVED 15-20 FLIES ON CEILING, WALLS, AND BOXES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
OBSERVED SEVERAL KNIVES BEING STORED BETWEEN THE WALL AND DISH TABLE AT DISH MACHINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UTENSILS AND NOT HAVE THEM STORED IN THAT LOCATION. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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.
ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT ON FRONT LINE IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED 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.
DURING INSPECTION FOUND NO HOT WATER AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, AND 3 HANDSINKS ON SITE. WATER TEMPERATURE 55-70 DEGREES. HOT WATER WAS RESTORED DURING INSPECTION WATER NOW AT 120 DEGREES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN WATER HOT AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY 7-38-030 (C) CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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.
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.