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The full inspection history
3 inspections
Canvass
Oct 8, 2025
Pass
6 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FRONT AND REAR DOOR OPEN AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO KEEP ALL DOORS LEADING TO THE OUTSIDE CLOSED AND TIGHT FITTING 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 TORN GASKET AT THE BOTTOM AND SIDES OF TWO DOOR REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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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 CLEAN DRY FOOD DEBRIS FROM THE TOP OF GREASE TRAP UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK 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 A LEAK FROM THE FAUCET AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. 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.
NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR FOOD EMPLOYEE THAT IS NOT A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATION FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES WHO ARE NOT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD 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.
UNABLE TO PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER(S). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINGING FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER(S) AND KEEP CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW.
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.
6-501.19 - OBSERVED BATHROOM DOOR WITH BROKEN SELF CLOSING DEVICE IN KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR PROVIDE A NEW SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE DOOR 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 4, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Nov 22, 2024
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED. INSTRUCTED THAT A PERSON WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED.
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
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED (BEEF, CHICKEN, RICE, CUT TOMATOES). INSTRUCTED THAT A PERSON WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE SHOULD BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-012. 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA WITHOUT HANDWASHING SIGNAGE. INSTRUCTED TO 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 TCS FOODS IN 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER AT IMPROPER FOOD TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT.(REACH-IN COOLER AIR TEMPERATURE OF 40.0F) OBSERVED PORK AT 45F, BEANS AT 46F, CHICKEN 44.6F. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL TCS FOODS COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE SHOULD BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW AND HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF ABOVE 135.0F. PERSON IN CHARGE DISCARDED THE SAID FOOD PRODUCTS. TOTAL VALUE $300.00, TOTAL WEIGHT 30 LBS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 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.
ALL BULK FOOD INGREDIENT CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH COMMON NAME,(FLOUR,SUGAR ETC.).
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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 3 LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON WALL BEHIND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND MORE THAN 10 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN FRONT BEHIND THE COUNTER AND IN BETWEEN COLD HOLD UNIT AND WALL NEAR BAIT BOX. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN. RECOMMEND TO CONTACT LICENSED PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SANITIZING TEST STRIPS (CHLORINE) AVAILABLE FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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.
OBSERVED LEAKING DRAIN PIPE UNDER MIDDLE BASIN AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDERNEATH MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE THREE 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 BATHROOM DOOR WITH BROKEN SELF CLOSING DEVICE IN KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR PROVIDE A NEW SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE DOOR 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 PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2576697 DATED JUNE 02, 2023 NOT CORRECTED PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED #39 - Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS. #47 - OBSERVED RUSTED RACKS IN 2 DOOR REACH IN REFRIGERATOR IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE RUST AND ENSURE NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES REMAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE AND MAINTAIN. #47 - OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON FOOD PREP EQUIPMENT AND TABLES. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE CARDBOARD AS LINER FROM PREP EQUIPMENT AND ENSURE ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES REMAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE AND MAINTAIN. #49 - OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE INSIDE OF THE REACH IN FREEZER IN THE REAR PREP INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. Sep 2, 2023 #51 - OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR UTILITY SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE LOCATED SO THAT IT MAY BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED. #55 - OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. #57 - OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON THE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ENSURE ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES RECEIVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING TO COMPLY WITH IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS. #58 - OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH EXPIRED ALLERGEN AWARENESS CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO RENEW EXPIRED ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING AND MAINTAIN.
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