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The full inspection history
4 inspections
Canvass
Apr 20, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA. MUST 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 20, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
May 7, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
3 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
NOTED IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS IN CHEESE DISPLAY COOLER: MOZZARELLA 45.7 F, GORGONZOLA 46 F, PROVOLONE 46.8 F, MUENSTER 48.7 F. PERSON IN CHARGE DISCARDED AND DENATURED AFORMENTIONED ITEMS AND ALL REMAINING TCS ITEMS (SWISS, AMERICAN CHEESE, CRONTONESE, SARACINO, BEL PAESE, FONTINA, DANISH BLUE). APPROX. 59 LBS VALUED AT $709 PRIORTY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSED
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-HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF CHEESE DISPLAY COOLER. AMBIENT AIR RECORDED 47.8 F AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO USE WALK-IN COOLER AND REFRIGERATORS ON SITE AND NOT TO USE TAGGED CHEESE DISPLAY COOLER UNTIL IT IS SERVICED AND MAINTAINED PROPERLY, COLD-HOLDING TEMPERATURE BELOW 41 F AND IS REINSPECTED BY THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (CDPH). TAGGED UNIT. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-025. 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.
NOTED USED GLOVES STORED IN FRESH GLOVE BOX AND IN FOOD TRAY ON SHELF NEAR TRASH CAN BEHIND MEAT AND CHEESE DISPLAY CASE. INSTRUCTED TO THROW AWAY GLOVES ONCE REMOVED FROM HANDS.
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, May 7, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 9, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
2 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ROAST BEEF AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE AT 48F IN DELI COOLER. ALSO OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE SUCH AS SAUSAGE, HAM AND MORTADELLA RANGING FROM 44-48F. TCS FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. FOOD DISCARDED. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 20 LBS AT A COST OF $100.00. 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 WATER SLOW DRAINING AT HAND SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA. MUST REPAIR.
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.