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The full inspection history
5 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 10, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-501.112 OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS ON GLUEBOARDS IN PREP AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-305.11 OBSERVED PASTRIES NOT COVERED IN SALES AREA AND FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER AND ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
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.
4-202.16 OBSERVED MILK CRATES USED AS SHELVING UNITS. 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 10, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 3, 2026
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HOT WATER (56.2F) AT HANDWASHING SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. 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 SOME BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.
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.
OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS ON GLUEBOARDS IN PREP AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PASTRIES NOT COVERED IN SALES AREA AND FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER AND ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
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 MILK CRATES USED AS SHELVING UNITS. 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 FLOUR DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SUFACES OF BULK CONTAINERS, PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS AND EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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 NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. ALL EMPLOYEES HANDLING FOOD AND EQUIPMENT MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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, Mar 3, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 23, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT (LIDS, CONTAINERS). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO MAINTAIN ALL ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
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, Sep 23, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Dec 9, 2024
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
3-302.12 OBSERVED SEVERAL LARGE FOOD CONTAINERS WITH DRY PRODUCTS. (FLOUR, SUGAR) WITHOUT PROPER COMMON FOOD NAME MARKINGS. MUST LABEL BULK AND WORKING FOOD CONTAINERS WITH CONTENTS COMMON NAME. MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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.
6-501.12 OBSERVE GERASE ON THE OUTSIDE OF FRYER AND ON THE FLOOR AROUND IT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND FLOORS AROUND IT.
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 9, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Dec 11, 2023
Pass w/ Conditions
5 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
MISSING HANDWASH SIGNAGE AT HANDWASH SINK IN MAIN PREP AREA. INSTD TO OBTAIN SIGNAGE AND MAINTAIN AT HANDWASH SINKS
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.
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED OPEN, EXPOSED TOXIC GRANULAR BAIT SCATTERED ALL OVER FLOOR THROUGH OUT PREMISES. (NIBAN GRANULAR BAIT AS CONFIRMED BY PEST CONTROL SERVICE RECEIPT) EMPLOYEES ARE WALKING AND TRACKING THROUGH OUT PREP AND WAREWASHING AREAS. INSTD TO USE TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY AS NOT TO BE A POSSIBLE CONTAMINANT OR HAZARD TO BOTH FOOD AND PERSONS. ALL EXPOSED BAIT HAS BEEN REMOVED AT THIS TIME AND ALL AFFECTED AREAS CLEAN AND SANITIZED. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-015 PRIORITY.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
TORN RUBBER DOOR GASKETS ON COOLERS IN MAIN PREP AREA. INSTD TO REPAIR AND 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.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM 10/21/22 REPORT 2565741 NOT CORRECTED: 58 NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER(S). INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING AND RETAIN CERTIFICATION ON SITE FOR REVIEW. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.