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The full inspection history
6 inspections
Complaint
Mar 18, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
FOUND FLOOR NOT SMOOTH IN FRONT OF ICE MACHINE.MUST 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 18, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jul 3, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
3-302.12 OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINERS IN ALL THE COOLERS, WALK IN COOLER AND DRY STORAGE WITHOUT PROPER LABELING OF NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE A LABEL REFLECTING THE FOOD ITEM'S NAME WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVE FROM ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING.
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.
4-101.17 OBSERVED RAW WOOD SHELVES, SURFACES, THROUGHOUT THE FRONT COUNTER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OR PAINT TO PROVIDE 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.
5-205.15 PREP AREA HANDWASH SINK (BY 1-COMPARTMENT SINK) PIPE DRAINING SLOWLY ALSO FRONT PREP AREA HANDWASH SINK HOT WATER HANDLE STRIPPED. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINKS.
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, Jul 3, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jun 26, 2025
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINERS IN ALL THE COOLERS, WALK IN COOLER AND DRY STORAGE WITHOUT PROPER LABELING OF NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE A LABEL REFLECTING THE FOOD ITEM'S NAME WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVE FROM ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING.
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 RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 7 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE SANDWICH/BREAD PREP AREA IN CORNER. ALSO OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 8 SMALL FLIES ON DRAIN NEAR DISHWASHER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. 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 RAW WOOD SHELVES, SURFACES, THROUGHOUT THE FRONT COUNTER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OR PAINT TO PROVIDE 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.
5-205.15 PREP AREA HANDWASH SINK (BY 1-COMPARTMENT SINK) PIPE DRAINING SLOWLY ALSO FRONT PREP AREA HANDWASH SINK HOT WATER HANDLE STRIPPED. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINKS.
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, Jun 26, 2025 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Jun 24, 2025
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEMS HAM 48.6F, SLICED TOMATO 47F, CUCUMBER 47.9F, AND MOZZARELLA CHEESE AT 56.5F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 8 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $150.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. 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.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
NOTED TEMPERATURE OF 2-DOOR REACH IN PREP COOLER TO BE IMPROPER AT 48F. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 41F AND BELOW. UNIT TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. 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.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINERS IN ALL THE COOLERS, WALK IN COOLER AND DRY STORAGE WITHOUT PROPER LABELING OF NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE A LABEL REFLECTING THE FOOD ITEM'S NAME WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVE FROM ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING.
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 RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 7 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE SANDWICH/BREAD PREP AREA IN CORNER. ALSO OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 8 SMALL FLIES ON DRAIN NEAR DISHWASHER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. 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 RAW WOOD SHELVES, SURFACES, THROUGHOUT THE FRONT COUNTER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OR PAINT TO PROVIDE 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT A CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR SANITIZER OR FOR MANUAL WAREWASHING AREA. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE A TEST KIT THAT ACCURATELY MEASURES THE CONCENTRATION IN MG/L OF SANITIZING SOLUTION MUST BE PROVIDED. 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.
5-205.15 PREP AREA HANDWASH SINK (BY 1-COMPARTMENT SINK) PIPE DRAINING SLOWLY ALSO FRONT PREP AREA HANDWASH SINK HOT WATER HANDLE STRIPPED. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINKS.
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, Jun 24, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 18, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP AT REAR EXIT DOORS SWEEPS. MUST RODENT PROOF REAR EXIT DOORS 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.
PREP AREA HANDWASH SINK (BY 1-COMPARTMENT SINK) PIPE DRAINING SLOWLY ALSO FRONT PREP AREA HANDWASH SINK HOT WATER HANDLE STRIPPED. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINKS.
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, Apr 18, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 22, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
10 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINKS INACCESSIBLE TO EMPLOYEES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY: HANDWASHING SINK IN FRONT BAKING AREA BLOCKED BY FOOD CART, HANDWASHING SINK IN DISH MACHINE AREA BLOCKED BY WASTE RECEPTACLE. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN HANDWASHING SINKS FREE OF OBSTRUCTIONS AND ACCESSABLE TO EMPLOYEES AT ALL TIMES. PERSON-IN-CHARGE REMOVED OBSTRUCTIONS FROM ALL HANDWASHING SINKS ON-SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
OBSERVED FOOD EMPLOYEES THAWING SPINACH USING WARM, STILL WATER IN THE KITCHEN AREA PREP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO THAW USING APPROVED THAWING METHODS AND MAINTAIN, SUCH AS RUNNING UNDER CONTINUOUS WATER AT OR BELOW 70.0F.
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 CLEAN EQUIPMENT (MIXING BOWLS) STORED UNCOVERED/UN-INVERTED IN THE KITCHEN AREA STORAGE SHELF. INSTRUCTED TO COVER OR INVERT ALL CLEAN UTENSILS AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION 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.
OBSERVED MILK CRATES USED TO ELEVATE FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE KITCHEN AREA AND WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE MILK CRATES AND USE EQUIPMENT THAT ALLOWS FOR ADEQUATE CLEANING BENEATH STORED ITEMS 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 SHELVES IN WALK-IN COOLER SOILED WITH DUST AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF SOIL AND DEBRIS 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 WASTE RECEPTACLES NOT COVERED WITH LID IN UNISEX TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERS FOR ALL WASTE RECEPTACLES IN TOILET ROOMS 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 DRYING MOP STORED DIRECTLY ON FLOOR AND WALLS IN UTILITY SINK CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE MOP AND STORE INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF WALLS AND EQUIPMENT 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.
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED COMPLIANCE SUMMARY REPORT DATED FROM 1-4-23 FROM REPORT #2569156 FOR FACILITY NOT POSTED WITHIN DIRECT VIEW OF THE PUBLIC. NOTED POSTED IN THE BAKING PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE COMPLIANCE SUMMARY TO BE WITHIN DIRECT VIEW OF THE PUBLIC AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PLASTIC CUP USED AS SCOOP IN BULK DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CUP AND REPLACE WITH UTENSIL WITH HANDLE TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF FOOD 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.
FOOD HANDLER NOTED IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA WITHOUT EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINT. MUST HAVE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS AT ALL TIMES.
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.