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The full inspection history
8 inspections
Complaint Re-Inspection
Sep 29, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector’s notes
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR IN BASEMENT AREA, CLEAN FLOOR UNDER FRYERS AND OTHER COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN AREA TO REMOVE GREASE, FLOUR AND OTHER MATTER.
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 29, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Aug 11, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE GREASE, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL OTHER COOKING EQUIPMENT, AREA UNDERNEATH GRILL, MEAT SLICER AND STOVE.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR IN BASEMENT AREA, CLEAN FLOOR UNDER FRYERS AND OTHER COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN AREA TO REMOVE GREASE, FLOUR AND OTHER MATTER.
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
THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM IN NEED OF CLEANING ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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, Aug 11, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Aug 4, 2026
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. FOUND 40-50 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AREA AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. 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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE GREASE, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL OTHER COOKING EQUIPMENT, AREA UNDERNEATH GRILL, MEAT SLICER AND STOVE.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR IN BASEMENT AREA, CLEAN FLOOR UNDER FRYERS AND OTHER COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN AREA TO REMOVE GREASE, FLOUR AND OTHER MATTER.
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
THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM IN NEED OF CLEANING ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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, Aug 4, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 3, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 3, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 27, 2025
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
NOTED IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEMS INSIDE THE FOOD DISPLAY COOLER. IMPROPER: BEEF 50.1F AND CHICKEN AT 48.7F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 10 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $75.00 THROUGH THE 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 IMPROPER COLD-HOLD TEMPERATURE OF 55.1F AT COLD HOLDING UNIT. INFORMED ALL REFRIGERATOR UNITS SHALL MAINTAIN A PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 41F AND BELOW. TAGGED UNIT. REFRIGERATOR UNIT MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH (CDPH). 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 EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR ALOND WALLS OF BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS RECOMENDED 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 LOOSE DEBRIS, DIRT AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS AND CORNERS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY OF FLOORS. MUST MAINTAIN 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, Oct 27, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Nov 18, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
11 recorded violations
notedCode 8Handwashing
Official wording
HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER RINSE HANDS IN THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MUST WASH HANDS AT HANDWASHSING SINK IN DESIGNATED AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010, 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED AN INACCESSIBLE HANDWASHING SINK AT THE REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. THERE AS A METAL PREP TABLE IN FRONT OF HANDWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO ENSURE AND MAINTAIN ALL HANDWASHING SINKS ARE EASILY ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES FOR EMPLOYEE USE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS IN THE REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. SLICED TOMATOES (55.5F), SHREDDED LETTUCE (57.9F), CHEESE (52.7F) ALL FOUND IN THE REAR FOOD PREP/ DISHWASHING AREA. ALL FOODS WERE DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. APPROXIMATELY 35LBS AT $130 DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY 7-38-030 (C), 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 IMPROPER THAWING METHODS FOR TCS FOODS. OBSERVED TWO BOXES OF RAW CHICKEN AND ONE PACKAGE OF POT ROAST BEING THAWED ON A PREP TABLE AT ROOM TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER THAWING METHODS FOR TCS FOODS AND MAINTAIN.
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 NO LABEL ON THE FLOUR STORAGE CONTAINER IN THE REAR DISHWASHING/ FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FACILITY MISSING ALL THREE SINK STOPPERS FOR THE WAREWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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 CREVICES OF THE OUTERIOR AND THE INTERIOR OF THE COLD HOLDING UNITS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP/ DISHWASHING AREA WITH DRIED, FOOD LIQUID BUILD UP. ALSO, OBSERVED THE LOWER OPENING OF THE DEEP-FRYING UNITS IN NEED OF 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 PIPE UNDER THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA LEAKING. 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.
NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE PROVIDED AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST TAKE COURSE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE AT THIS TIME.
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 THE RIGHT SIDE HANDLE OF THE TWO DOOR REACH IN FREEZER BROKEN EXPOSING SHARP EDGE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF BEING ABLE TO PROPERLY CLEAN AND OR PROTECT EMPLOYEES FROM POSSIBLE HARM WHEN CLEANING.
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 BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD SPILLAGE ON THE SIDES OF THE COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE FROM FOOD SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT FEEDING AND HARBORING.
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 HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE ON THE BRICK WALL JUST RIGHT OF THE DEEP FRYERS. 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, May 29, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Nov 15, 2023
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREASE ON WALLS AND FLOORS AND WALLS IN RREP AREA NEAR FRYERS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL 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.