SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
7 inspections
Complaint
Jun 22, 2026
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE SINGLE REAR EXIT DOOR WITH A GAP AT THE BOTTOM FROM BROKEN WEATHER STRIP ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION.
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 THE CUTTING BOARD IN THE REAR DELI AREA WITH DEEP CUTTING GROOVES ON BOTH SIDES. INSTRUCTED TO SHAVE OR REPLACE AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
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 THE FLOOR OF THE WALK IN FREEZER AND WALK IN PRODUCE IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING. INSTRUCTED 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 THE FLOOR OF THE DAIRY WALK IN COOLING UNIT IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING. INSTRUCTED 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 22, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Jan 20, 2026
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE DOUBLE BACK DOOR WEATHER STRIP IN NEED OF REPLACEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
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 THE FLOORS IN THE WALK IN PRODUCE COOLING UNIT...THE DAIRY WALK IN...THE MEAT WALK IN AND SHELVINGS IN THE MEAT WALK IN COOLING UNIT IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING. INSTRUCTED 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 THE FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING FROM DIRT, DUST AND DEBRIS. THE MAIN FLOOR BETWEEN THE SOUP AND HOT HELD FOODS...THE DELI AREA BETWEEN THE COLD HOLD UNIT...THE FLOOR AND WALL AREA IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.
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
OBSERVED THE WHITE FANS IN THE UPPER DELI AREA IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING FROM DUST BUILD UP...ALSO THE FAN COVERS IN THE MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS.
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, Jan 20, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 7, 2025
Pass
6 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HOLE ABOVE THE TWO DOOR REACH IN COOLING UNIT IN THE DELI AREA LEADING INSIDE THE CEILING. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ENTRY.
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 THE FLOORS IN IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS WITH A BUILD UP OF SPILLAGE, DEBRIS AND DIRT UNDER AND AROUND THE SHELVING... THE PRODUCE FLOOR AND FREEZER WALK INS LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT.. THE DAIRY COOLER WALK IN AND THE WALK IN LOCATED UPSTAIRS NEXT TO THE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.
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 A LEAK AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE COLD HANDLE SIDE IN THE BASEMENT AT THE PRODUCE PRODUCTION AREA.. ALSO OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE BASE OF THE LEFT SIDE OF THE FAUCET IN THE BUTCHER ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION.
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 THE MENS TOILET ROOM LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT SELF CLOSING DEVICE BROKEN AND HANGING. 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.
OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, DUST, GREASE AND OR DEBRIS...FLOOR IN THE DELI AREA NEAR THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, THE DISH WASHING AREA UNDER AND AROUND THE DISH WASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE BUILDING UP ON THE EDGE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 PAPER USED AS SHELF LINER ON GREEN SHELF IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA OUTSIDE OF DISHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PAPER FROM SHELVES, NON FOOD CONTACT SURFACES SHALL BE SMOOTH FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
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
OBSERVED NON WORKING MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN FIRST EMPLOYEE ALL GENDER WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR NON WORKING MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN FIRST FLOOR EMPLOYEE ALL GENDER WASHROOM.
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, Jun 28, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Dec 18, 2023
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
3-302.12: PREPACKAGED FOODS (SALADS, CAKES, COLD HOLDING CHICKEN MEALS, AND HOT HOLDING SANDWICHES) IN THE DISPLAY COOLER IS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. LABEL WITH: 1) COMMON NAME OF FOOD, 2) INGREDIENTS, 3) NET QUANTITIES, 4) NAME AND ADDRESS OF PACKAGER.
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.
5-501.116: OBSERVED EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP CONTAINER SOILED LOCATED IN GARAGE STORAGE ROOM. SOILED RECEPTABLES AND WASTE HANDLING UNTIS SHALL BE CLEANED AT A FREQUENCY NECESSARY TO PREVENT THEM FROM DEVELOPING A BUILDUP OF SOIL OR BECOMING ATTRACTANTS FOR INSECTS AND RODENTS.
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.
6-501.12: OBSERVED GARBAGE/DEBRIS/CHUNKS OF ICE ACCUMILATED ON FLOORS OF THE WALK-IN COOLER AND WAKL-IN FREEZER. FACILITY 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-305.11: BOXES OF FOOD STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. ITEMS MUST BE PLACED AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.
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.
2-102.13: FOOD HANDLER CERTIFCATIONS NOT PROVIDED ON SITE. ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES WHO DO NOT HAVE A CITY MANAGER CERTIFICATION MUST OBTAIN A VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE AND PROVIDE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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 18, 2023 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Nov 17, 2023
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
3-302.12: PREPACKAGED FOODS (SALADS, CAKES, COLD HOLDING CHICKEN MEALS, AND HOT HOLDING SANDWICHES) IN THE DISPLAY COOLER IS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. LABEL WITH: 1) COMMON NAME OF FOOD, 2) INGREDIENTS, 3) NET QUANTITIES, 4) NAME AND ADDRESS OF PACKAGER.
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.
5-205.15: OBSERVED LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE AT THE HAND SINK LOCATED IN THE DISH/KITCHEN AREA. FACILITY MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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.
5-501.116: OBSERVED EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP CONTAINER SOILED LOCATED IN GARAGE STORAGE ROOM. SOILED RECEPTABLES AND WASTE HANDLING UNTIS SHALL BE CLEANED AT A FREQUENCY NECESSARY TO PREVENT THEM FROM DEVELOPING A BUILDUP OF SOIL OR BECOMING ATTRACTANTS FOR INSECTS AND RODENTS.
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.
6-501.12: OBSERVED GARBAGE/DEBRIS/CHUNKS OF ICE ACCUMILATED ON FLOORS OF THE WALK-IN COOLER AND WAKL-IN FREEZER. FACILITY 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: FOOD HANDLER CERTIFCATIONS NOT PROVIDED ON SITE. ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES WHO DO NOT HAVE A CITY MANAGER CERTIFICATION MUST OBTAIN A VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE AND PROVIDE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-305.11: BOXES OF FOOD STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. ITEMS MUST BE PLACED AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.
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.
4-501.12: CUTTING BOARDS ARE SERVERELY SCRATCHED WHICH PREVENTS PROPER CLEANING AND SANITIZING OF EQUIPMENT IN THE RAW MEAT CUTTING AREA. FACILITY MUST RESURFACE BOARD OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD.
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.
8-404.13(B:4): **PF** Enforcement by the Regulatory Authority (Non-Compliance) PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS DATED ON 9/1/22 REPORT #:2563096 HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED. #55) 6-501.11: OBSERVED CEILING PANELS ON CEILING OF MEAT WALK-IN COOLER DISCOLORED, BULGING, AND COLLAPSING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION. 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, Nov 17, 2023 · Original Source
Complaint
Nov 6, 2023
Fail
11 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
LIQUID SOAP NOT PROVIDED AT HAND WASHING SINK IN BASEMENT PREPARATION AND MAIN COOKLINE ON 1ST FLOOR. FACILITY MUST ENSURE SOAP IS PROVIDED AT ALL HAND SINKS IN THE FACILITY. SOAP PROVIDED WHILE 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 CHLORINE SANITIZER CONCENTRATION AT 0PPM AT KITCHEN LOW TEMP. DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. UNIT WAS TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. FACILITY CANNOT USE THE DISH MACHINE UNIT IT MAINTAINS PROPER CONCENTRATION. COMPANY REP. ARRIVED ON SITE AND PROVIDED SANITIZER FOR DISH MACHINE. CONCENTRATION MEASURED AT 50PPM. PRIORITY 7-38-025 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.
CUTTING BOARDS ARE SERVERELY SCRATCHED WHICH PREVENTS PROPER CLEANING AND SANITIZING OF EQUIPMENT IN THE RAW MEAT CUTTING AREA. FACILITY MUST RESURFACE BOARD OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD.
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 GARBAGE/DEBRIS/CHUNKS OF ICE ACCUMILATED ON FLOORS OF THE WALK-IN COOLER AND WAKL-IN FREEZER. FACILITY 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.
FOOD HANDLER CERTIFCATIONS NOT PROVIDED ON SITE. ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES WHO DO NOT HAVE A CITY MANAGER CERTIFICATION MUST OBTAIN A VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE AND PROVIDE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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 DATED ON 9/1/22 REPORT #:2563096 HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED. #55) 6-501.11: OBSERVED CEILING PANELS ON CEILING OF MEAT WALK-IN COOLER DISCOLORED, BULGING, AND COLLAPSING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION. 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.
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS ITEMS HELD AT THE STATED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES: BAKED CHICKEN IN FRONT DELI DISPLAY COOLER HELD AT 51.6F. APPROXIMATELY 3LBS OF TCS ITEMS DISCARDED AT AN APPROXIMATE COST OF $30. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL TCS ITEMS AT OR BELOW 41F AT ALL TIMES. 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.
PREPACKAGED FOODS (SALADS, CAKES, COLD HOLDING CHICKEN MEALS, AND HOT HOLDING SANDWICHES) IN THE DISPLAY COOLER IS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. LABEL WITH: 1) COMMON NAME OF FOOD, 2) INGREDIENTS, 3) NET QUANTITIES, 4) NAME AND ADDRESS OF PACKAGER.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
BOXES OF FOOD STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. ITEMS MUST BE PLACED AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.
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 LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE AT THE HAND SINK LOCATED IN THE DISH/KITCHEN AREA. FACILITY MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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 EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP CONTAINER SOILED LOCATED IN GARAGE STORAGE ROOM. SOILED RECEPTABLES AND WASTE HANDLING UNTIS SHALL BE CLEANED AT A FREQUENCY NECESSARY TO PREVENT THEM FROM DEVELOPING A BUILDUP OF SOIL OR BECOMING ATTRACTANTS FOR INSECTS AND RODENTS.
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.