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13 inspections
Complaint
Sep 22, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE FOOD CONTAINERS WITH SPILLS AND CAKED BATTER, COUNTER TOPS OF SAME AT THE CHICKEN PREP COUNTER.
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.
NOTED LOSE TILES ON COVING ON THE COUNTER WITH SODA DISPENSING MACHINE AT THE REAR DRY STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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, Sep 22, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Jul 27, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
6 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
NOTED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED (CHICKEN, RICE, POTAOES ETC)OR CITY 0F CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE. CERTIFICATES ON SITE (SAFE SERVE ARE EXPIRED). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#7-38-012.CITATION ISSUED TODAY.
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.
NOTED INNER LINING OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEANED.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
NOTED INDIVIDUAL TO-GO DISPOSABLE CONTAINERS AND BOWLS WITH NO HANDLE USED FOR SCOOPING SERVING FOOD AT THE HOT HOLDING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TONGS, SERVING SPOONS, OR LADLE FOR SCOOPING 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.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE FOOD CONTAINERS WITH SPILLS AND CAKED BATTER, COUNTER TOPS OF SAME AT THE CHICKEN PREP COUNTER.
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.
NOTED LOSE TILES ON COVING ON THE COUNTER WITH SODA DISPENSING MACHINE AT THE REAR DRY STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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.
NOTED THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION #58 RULE #PA-100-0367 FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2627579 DATED 11/24/2025 NOT CORRECTED. NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
5-501.115 OBSERVED OUTSIDE STORAGE AREA AND ENCLOSURE FOR REFUSE, RECYCLABLES, OR RETURNABLES LITTERED WITH UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND TRASH. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN A MENTIONED AREAS SHALL BE MAINTAINED FREE OF UNNECESSARY ITEMS.
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.
6-501.16 OBSERVED MOP IN A POSITION THAT DOES NOT ALLOW TO DRY PROPERLY AND PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. MUST STORE MOP AFTER USE IN A MOUNTED POSITION THAT ALLOWS FOR AIR-DRYING WITHOUT SOILING AND PEST HARBORAGING.
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.
2-102.13 OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
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, Dec 3, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Nov 24, 2025
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
NOTED FACILITY DID NOT PROVIDE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE FOR EMPLOYEES WORKING ON SITE. INFORMED A CERTIFIED MANAGER WITH A CURRENT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES AND A VALID MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE WHENEVER TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND/OR SERVED. 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.
OBSERVED ICE MACHINE IN REAR PREP AREA WITH EXCESS BUILD-UP OF RUST ON UPPER INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE AND ON SIDE OF INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE DRIPPING ONTO ICE CUBES STORED AT BELOW ICE BIN. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD ICE, CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. 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 CHICKEN TENDERS IN HOT HOLD UNIT NOT MEETING REQUIRE TEMPERATURE OF 135F DEGREES OR ABOVE IN THE DESIGNATED HOT-HOLDING UNIT. OBSERVED CHICKEN TENDERS AT 120F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 15 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $30.00 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.
OBSERVED OUTSIDE STORAGE AREA AND ENCLOSURE FOR REFUSE, RECYCLABLES, OR RETURNABLES LITTERED WITH UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND TRASH. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN A MENTIONED AREAS SHALL BE MAINTAINED FREE OF UNNECESSARY ITEMS.
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 MOP IN A POSITION THAT DOES NOT ALLOW TO DRY PROPERLY AND PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. MUST STORE MOP AFTER USE IN A MOUNTED POSITION THAT ALLOWS FOR AIR-DRYING WITHOUT SOILING AND PEST HARBORAGING.
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 CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
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, Nov 24, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Jun 26, 2025
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 26, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Apr 16, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 16, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Apr 9, 2025
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 20Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COOLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER COOLING OF PREPARED COLESLAW. COLESLAW IN A LARGE PLASTIC TUB TIGHTLY COVERED WITH OTHER STORED FOODS ON TOP IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AT A TEMPERATURE OF 48.5F. MANAGER STATES THE COLESLAW WAS PREPARED EARLIER IN THE MORNING. REVIEWED PROPER COOLING METHODS, TIMES AND REQUIRED TEMPERATURES. CORRECTIVE ACTION WAS TAKEN OF QUICK CHILLING THE UNCOVERED COLE SLAW IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 SEE VIOLATION #22 FOR CITATION.
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.
NOTED APPROXIMATELY 2 LBS COLE SLAW AND 5 LBS ASSORTED SAUCES LABELED "KEEP REFRIGERATED" HELD AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF 48.9F. ALL DISCARDED. 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
FRONT PREP DRAWER COOLER UNABLE TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE TEMPERATURE. TEMPERATURE NOTED AT 51F WITH FOOD SUCH AS COLE SLAW AT 48.9F. COOLER TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT USE REPAIRED, MAINTAINS A TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW AND C.D.P.H CONTACTED FOR REINSPECTION AND TAG REMOVAL. 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
MISSING AND DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE REAR DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM ABOVE STORED FLOUR AND TO GO CONTAINERS. MUST REPLACE.
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.
NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL THE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. 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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 8-27-24 REPORT #2600756 NOT CORRECTED.#49-SHELVING UNDER BAG IN BOX SODA, WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND FOOD SPILLAGE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #57- NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.#55- FLOORS, UNDER FRONT EQUIPMENT, WITH DIRT, GREASE, FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 9, 2025 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Aug 27, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
11 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
3-302.12--- ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.
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.
NOTED FRONT PREP FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT HAIR OR BEARD RESTRAINT. MUST PROVIDE.
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.
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
THE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING THE INSPECTION DOES NOT HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE.
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
THE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING THE INSPECTION DOES NOT HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE TCS FOODS SUCH AS CHICKEN ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. 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.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s notes
NO WRITTEN CLEANING PROCEDURE FOR A VOMIT/DIARRHEA EVENT OR REQUIRED EQUIPMENT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
4-501.11--- MUST PROVIDE PROPER SINK STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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.
: 4-602.13--- SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES, UNDER BAG IN BOX SODA, IN ALL PREP AREAS, INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND FOOD SPILLAGE.----UTILITY MOP SINK NOTED EXTREMELY DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL. : 4-601.11(B)--- BULK FLOUR BIN AND INTERIOR OF THE REAR TALL REACH-IN HOT HOLDING UNIT NOTED DIRTY WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST 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.
NOTED BOTH WASHROOMS PLUMBING FIXTURES DIRTY AND WITH EXCESSIVE DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS. MUST 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.
: 6-201.11--- FLOORS THROUGHOUT ENTIRE ESTABLISHMENT, UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALL COOLERS, SHELVING, IN REAR STORAGE, REAR HALLWAY AND INSIDE THE WALKIN COOLER AND WALK-IN FREEZER WITH DIRT, GREASE, FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL. 6-501.113--- NOTED SOILED MOP HEAD IMPROPERLY STORED IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM. MUST PROPERLY STORE INVERTED IN THE UTILITY MOP SINK.
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.
: 2-102.13--- NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. 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, Aug 27, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Jul 22, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
12 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MUST PROVIDE. 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.
NOTED RAW CHICKEN INSIDE THE COLD HOLDING BAIN MARIE PREPPING UNIT AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 48F TO 53.2F ON THE TOP PORTION OF THE STORED CHICKEN. CHICKEN NOTED IN A LARGE CONTAINER AND PILED HIGH INSIDE THE PAN. CHICKEN DISCARDED AND INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN A SHALLOW PAN AND MONITOR COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES DURING PREPARATION TO MAINTAIN AT 41F OR BELOW. ALSO NOTED TCS CHEESE AND DAIRY BASED SAUCE HELD AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 44F OF CHEESE AND SAUCE AT 51.8F. IN AN ICE BATH BUS PAN INSIDE AN INOPERABLE COOLER.ALL FOOD DISCARDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 SEE THE ABOVE VIOLATION #21 FOR CITATION.
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 CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.
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.
BULK FLOUR BIN AND INTERIOR OF THE REAR TALL REACH-IN HOT HOLDING UNIT NOTED DIRTY WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST 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.
NOTED SOILED MOP HEAD IMPROPERLY STORED IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM. MUST PROPERLY STORE INVERTED IN THE UTILITY MOP SINK.
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.
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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.
OBSERVED COOKED CHICKEN HELD HOT IN A HOT HOLDING UNIT AT IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF 116.7F AND 118.7. ALSO NOTED MASHED POTATOES HELD AT IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE IN THE FRONT PREP AT 112.6F. ALL DISCARDED. REVIEWED PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENTS. 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
ONE DOOR COOLER NOTED NOT OPERATIONAL, UNABLE TO MAINTAIN AN ADEQUATE TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW. COOLER NOTED AT 86F. WITH TCS CHEESE AND DAIRY BASED DRESSING BEING HELD IN A BUS PAN ON ICE AT AN IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 51.8 AND 44F. COOLER TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT USE UNTIL REPAIRED, MAINTAINS A TEMPERATURE OF 41F AND C.D.P.H CONTACTED FOR RE-INSPECTION AND TAG REMOVAL. 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.
MUST PROVIDE PROPER SINK STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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.
NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. 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, Jul 22, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Feb 28, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 28, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Feb 23, 2024
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
2-101.11---- PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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
2-101.11--- NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE PREMISES OR SUCH A PERSON ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. 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.
3-302.12--- ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.
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.
4-101.19---- MUST NOT USE INVERTED METAL PANS AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE REAR DRY FOOD AND HALLWAY STORAGE. FLOORS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR CLEANING AND MONITORING.
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.
4-602.13--- PLASTIC TO GO CONDIMENT CONTAINERS NOTED DIRTY WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 4-601.11(B)-- MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR EQUIPMENT AT THE DEEP FRYER.
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.
OUTSIDE GARBAGE AND WASTE GREASE AREAS NOT MAINTAINED. LIDS ON GARBAGE DUMPSTER AND WASTE GREASE CONTAINERS OPEN. LITTER AND DEBRIS AROUND BOTH CONTAINERS. SPILLED GREASE ON EXTERIOR AND GROUND AROUND WASTE GREASE CONTAINER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN OUTSIDE GARBAGE AND WASTE GREASE AREAS, KEEP CONTAINER LIDS CLOSED.
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.
6-201.11---- ALL WALLS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES WITH DIRT, FOOD SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.----HOLES IN WALLS AT THE UTILITY SERVICE SINK. BROKEN DAMAGED WALLS IN THE REAR HALLWAY STORAGE AND AT THE ICE MACHINE. MUST SEAL AND REPAIR ALL.----BADLY GREASE STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE. ACCUMULATED DUST AND DEBRIS ON WALK-IN COOLER CEILING. MUST 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.
2-102.13---- NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. 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.
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #60 FROM REPORT# 2589783, ON 2-20-24, NOT CORRECTED. THE PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 4-5-23 REPORT #2573764 NOT CORRECTED. #49- 4-601.11(C)--- INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE SERVICE PREP COOLERS AND SPILLS SHELVES, COUNTER TOPS, ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND AROUND THE SERVICE COOLERS WITH DIRT, FOOD PARTICLE, GREASE. MUST ALSO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE DOOR LININGS OF THE SERVICE COOLERS.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE SHELVES UNDERNEATH THE MEAT DISPLAY COOLER WITH DIRT, STANDING WATER AND BEEF LIQUIDS ALL AT THE MEAT DISPLAY COOLER.#55-: 6-501.12--- INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISE AT THE FOLLOWING AREAS:- -FLOORS UNDERNEATH COOKING STOVE AND FRYERS WITH THICK GREASE AND DEBRIS -FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE UNDERNEATH ALL SINKS AT THE REAR OF DISH WASHING AREA. -FLOORS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER WITH THICK DIRT AND DEBRIS. -FLOORS AT THE REAR DRY STORAGE AND FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH DIRT AND STANDING WATER. -DIRT AND SODA SPILLS ON WALL BEHIND THE SODA DISPENSING MACHINE. MUST ALSO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS AT THE WHEREVER NECESSARY. MUST UPGRADE HOUSEKEEPING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector’s notes
INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT, FROM 2/20/24 INSPECTION, NOT POSTED FOR CUSTOMER VIEW. SUMMARY REPORT WAS CONCEALED BY HAVING A CITATION POSTED ON TOP OF IT. 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 23, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Feb 20, 2024
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
3-302.12--- ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.
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.
: 4-101.19---- MUST NOT USE INVERTED METAL PANS AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE REAR DRY FOOD AND HALLWAY STORAGE. FLOORS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR CLEANING AND MONITORING.
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.
6-201.11---- ALL WALLS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES WITH DIRT, FOOD SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.----HOLES IN WALLS AT THE UTILITY SERVICE SINK. BROKEN DAMAGED WALLS IN THE REAR HALLWAY STORAGE AND AT THE ICE MACHINE. MUST SEAL AND REPAIR ALL.----BADLY GREASE STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE.
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 PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #60 FROM REPORT #2589522 ON 2-13-24 NOT CORRECTED. THE PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 4-5-23 REPORT #2573764 NOT CORRECTED. #49- 4-601.11(C)--- INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE SERVICE PREP COOLERS AND SPILLS SHELVES, COUNTER TOPS, ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND AROUND THE SERVICE COOLERS WITH DIRT, FOOD PARTICLE, GREASE. MUST ALSO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE DOOR LININGS OF THE SERVICE COOLERS.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE SHELVES UNDERNEATH THE MEAT DISPLAY COOLER WITH DIRT, STANDING WATER AND BEEF LIQUIDS ALL AT THE MEAT DISPLAY COOLER.#55-: 6-501.12--- INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISE AT THE FOLLOWING AREAS:- -FLOORS UNDERNEATH COOKING STOVE AND FRYERS WITH THICK GREASE AND DEBRIS -FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE UNDERNEATH ALL SINKS AT THE REAR OF DISH WASHING AREA. -FLOORS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER WITH THICK DIRT AND DEBRIS. -FLOORS AT THE REAR DRY STORAGE AND FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH DIRT AND STANDING WATER. -DIRT AND SODA SPILLS ON WALL BEHIND THE SODA DISPENSING MACHINE. MUST ALSO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS AT THE WHEREVER NECESSARY. MUST UPGRADE HOUSEKEEPING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
2-101.11---- PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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
2-101.11--- NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE PREMISES OR SUCH A PERSON ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. 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.
: 4-602.13--- PLASTIC TO GO CONDIMENT CONTAINERS NOTED DIRTY WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 4-601.11(B)-- MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR EQUIPMENT AT THE DEEP FRYER.
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.
2-102.13---- NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. 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, Feb 20, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Feb 13, 2024
Fail
13 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE PREMISES OR SUCH A PERSON ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. 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.
MUST NOT USE INVERTED METAL PANS AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE REAR DRY FOOD AND HALLWAY STORAGE. FLOORS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR CLEANING AND MONITORING.
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.
BOTH TOILETS ON THE PREMISE UNABLE TO FLUSH WITH WASTE WATER/SEWAGE BACKING UP FROM WASHROOM FLOOR DRAINS, OVERFLOWING TOILETS AND WASTE WATER BACK-UP ON THE COOKS LINE. INSTRUCTED TO TO PROVIDE FLUSHING TOILETS THAT PROPERLY DRAIN, NO WASTE WATER BACKING UP FROM THE TOILETS OR FLOOR DRAINS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED. PLUMBER ARRIVED ON SITE AND CLEARED ALL DRAINS AND TOILETS ARE NOW FLUSHING WITHOUT BACKUP.
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.
ALL WALLS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES WITH DIRT, FOOD SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.----HOLES IN WALLS AT THE UTILITY SERVICE SINK. BROKEN DAMAGED WALLS IN THE REAR HALLWAY STORAGE AND AT THE ICE MACHINE. MUST SEAL AND REPAIR ALL.----BADLY GREASE STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE.
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 NOT USE CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR EQUIPMENT AT THE DEEP FRYER.
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.
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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.
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
NO VERIFIED WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 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.
ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.
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.
ALL WASHROOMS FIXTURES MUST BE CLEANED AND SANITIZED.
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.
NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. 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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 4-5-23 REPORT #2573764 NOT CORRECTED. #49- 4-601.11(C)--- INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE SERVICE PREP COOLERS AND SPILLS SHELVES, COUNTER TOPS, ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND AROUND THE SERVICE COOLERS WITH DIRT, FOOD PARTICLE, GREASE. MUST ALSO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE DOOR LININGS OF THE SERVICE COOLERS.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE SHELVES UNDERNEATH THE MEAT DISPLAY COOLER WITH DIRT, STANDING WATER AND BEEF LIQUIDS ALL AT THE MEAT DISPLAY COOLER.#55-: 6-501.12--- INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISE AT THE FOLLOWING AREAS:- -FLOORS UNDERNEATH COOKING STOVE AND FRYERS WITH THICK GREASE AND DEBRIS -FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE UNDERNEATH ALL SINKS AT THE REAR OF DISH WASHING AREA. -FLOORS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER WITH THICK DIRT AND DEBRIS. -FLOORS AT THE REAR DRY STORAGE AND FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH DIRT AND STANDING WATER. -DIRT AND SODA SPILLS ON WALL BEHIND THE SODA DISPENSING MACHINE. MUST ALSO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS AT THE WHEREVER NECESSARY. MUST UPGRADE HOUSEKEEPING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.