ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN THE WOMEN AND MEN WASHROOMS ON THE 1ST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IMPROPERLY ON THE FLOOR IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA(S). INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
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 WIPING CLOTHS STORED IMPROPERLY ON PREP SURFACE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY BETWEEN USAGE IN SANITIZER.
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 WASTE RECEPTACLE AT HANDWASHING SINK(S) WHERE DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWELS ARE PROVIDED AT THE MAIN BAR AREA AND THE PREP/DISHWASHING AREA IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
OBSERVED EXPOSED CEILING ABOVE THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO COVER.
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.
4-501.12 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN & DEEP GROOVES ON CUTTING BOARDS TO BE IN GOOD REPAIR.
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.
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS,GRILL TABLE,1ST FL & BSMT WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS,FAN GUARD COVERS IN 1ST FL. WALK IN COOLER.
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.
6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN WOOD FLOORING IN DINING AREA.
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, May 20, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
May 13, 2025
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF COOKED AND READY TO EAT TCS FOODS, SUCH AS 2.5 LBS. COOKED PASTA-54.1F.6LBS. CHIPOTLE MAYO-56.1F.4LBS. COOKED BRUSSEL SPROUTS-49.1F.2.5LBS. COOKED PORK-48.2F.2.5LBS. JALEPENO CREME-45.7F.2.5LBS. MARINARA SAUCE-52.3F.2.5LBS. BLACK BEANS-46.2F.8LBS. COOKED SAUSAGE-46.2F.INSIDE OF PREP COOLER & WALK IN COOLER. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX.30.5LBS. $45.(COS)(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.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 1-DOOR PREP COOLER AT 55.8F ON HOT LINE WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0°F OR BELOW. A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON THE UNIT. ONCE REPAIRED, EMAIL: FOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG.A NEW COOLER HAS BEEN BOUGHT IN, AND THE AIR TEMPERATURE IS 38.0F. MAY RESUME USAGE. (COS)(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.
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE (SQUEEZE BOTTLES,BULK ,ETC)
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 EVIDENCE OF APPX. 25 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS, CEILING, EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS, BAR AREAS, DISH WASHING AREAS, MOPSINK AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 5/13/25.(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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
MUST ELEVATE BOXES FROM FLOOR IN BEER WALK IN COOLER.
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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN & DEEP GROOVES ON CUTTING BOARDS TO BE IN GOOD REPAIR.
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.
MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS,GRILL TABLE,1ST FL & BSMT WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS,FAN GUARD COVERS IN 1ST FL. WALK IN COOLER,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE NEAR DOOR IN BASEMENT.
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.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT 2- COMPARTMENT SINK AND LEAKY FAUCET AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT.
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.
MUST PROVIDE A HOOKING SYSTEM TO HANG UP WET MOPS AT MOPSINKS.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE LIGHT FIXTURE AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN BASEMENT.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 13, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jun 28, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 28, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Jun 18, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED OVER 25 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, BAR AREAS, THE MAIN KITCHEN, DISH AREAS, AND THE DINING ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MINIMIZE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY. PEST CONTROL SERVICE RECOMMENDED. 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED UNCOVERED PAN OF OIL NEAR DISHES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE FOOD IS COVERED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF FOOD.
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 INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WITH CALCIUM BUILD UP; OBSERVED SOILAGE BUILD UP ON SOFT SERVE MACHINE OUTSIDE NOZZLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN EQUIPMENT.
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 HAND WASHING SINK IN BASEMENT WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM TO BE SLOW DRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR SINK OBSERVED RIGHT-HAND WASHING SINK IN 1ST FLOOR WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM WITH A MAXIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 80 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL HAND WASHING SINKS HAVE A MINIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100 F. 2 OF 3 FAUCETS WORKING PROPERLY. OBSERVED MIDDLE AND LEFT-HAND WASHING SINK IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM IN BASEMENT TO HAVE A MAXIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 82 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL HAND WASHING SINKS HAVE A MINIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100 F 1 OF 3 FAUCETS WORKING PROPERLY
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 OUTSIDE GREASE RECEPTACLE WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE RECEPTACLES ARE CLEANED AND MAINTAINED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B) CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.