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The full inspection history
5 inspections
Canvass
Apr 16, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s notes
SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING.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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 16, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jan 14, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 14, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Jan 7, 2025
Fail
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 2 LIVE ROACHES ON PREP AREA WALLS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REMOVE ALL ROACH ACTIVITY BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. ADVISED TO CALL PEST CONTROL OPERATOR FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).
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 DEAD ROACHES ON WALLS IN PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE ALL DEAD INSECTS 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, Jan 7, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 8, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MISSING FLOOR TILES AND BROKEN CEMENT UNDER EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREA.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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 8, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 1, 2024
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MISSING FLOOR TILES AND BROKEN CEMENT UNDER EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREA.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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM FEBRUARY 23,2023,REPORT#2471641 #51) 5-204.12 FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES AT ESPRESSO MACHINE WATERLINE.MUST PROVIDE WHERE IT CAN BE LOCATED AND SERVICED. #55) 6-201.11: FOUND WALLS AND CEILING NOT SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN AT BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS.MUST REPAIR. 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
HANDWASHING SINK IN PREP AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR HANDWASHING.ON TOP SAID SINK, WAS STORED A METAL PORTABLE DISH DRAIN WITH CLEAN METAL CUPS AND PLASTIC CONTAINERS.HANDWASHING SINK MUST AVAILABLE AT ALL TIMES FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION :7-38-030(C),CITATION ISSUED. MANAGER REMOVED THE PORTABLE DISH DRAIN TO THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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
WASTE PIPE ABOVE THE WHITE CHEST FREEZER AND DISPOSABLE BOXES OF CUPS, LIDS ETC. IN BASEMENT AREA NOT ENCASED.SAID PIPES MUST BE ENCASED.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE
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 BREAD STORED INSIDE GROCERIE PLASTIC BAGS INSIDE THE REACH IN FREEZER.MUST PROVIDE A CLEANABLE CONTAINER WITH LID TO STORE FOOD ITEMS.
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.
LEAKING FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.REPAIR ISSUE
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.