SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
The full inspection history
7 inspections
Complaint Re-Inspection
Dec 22, 2025
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
4-602.11(B-E)--OBSERVED MINERAL BUILD UP INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE AT FRONT COFFEE PREP AREA. 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.
6-202.13--OBSERVED FLY STRIPS HANGING FROM CEILING THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS. MUST REMOVE.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 3/28/2025, REPORT #2614708. #51-5-204.12 - OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE INSTALLED ON WATER LINES OF ICE MACHINE AND COFFEE MACHINE AT COFFEE PREP/SERVICE NOOK IN FRONT ON WEST WALL. OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON BOTH COFFEE MACHINES (FETCO) AT PASTRY AREA ON WEST WALL OF FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LOCATE/PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT ALL PIECES OF EQUIPMENT WITH A WATER LINE. OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE EXTENDABLE FAUCET THAT REACHES INTO BASIN OF SINK IN THE HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA NEAR REGISTERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE/LOCATE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE FRONT PREP AREA HAND SINK OR PROVIDE A FIXED FAUCET ABOVE THE FLOOD RIM OF SINK. #56-6-303.11 - OBSERVED ONE (1) OF TWO (2) LIGHT BULBS NOT FUNCTIONAL IN OVER HEAD EXHAUST SYSTEM IN MAIN PREP AREA AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR TO PROVIDE APPROPRIATE LIGHTING IN PREP AREA. #57-2-102.13 - OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR ANY OF THE THREE (3) FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL EMPLOYEES COMPLETE AND MAINTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING, AND ALL NEW EMPLOYEES COMPLETE TRAINING WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE. #58- 2-102.13 - OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. MUST CORRECT ALL VIOLATIONS. 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, Dec 22, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Dec 15, 2025
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MINERAL BUILD UP INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE AT FRONT COFFEE PREP AREA. 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.
OBSERVED FLY STRIPS HANGING FROM CEILING THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS. MUST REMOVE.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 3/28/2025, REPORT #2614708. #51-5-204.12 - OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE INSTALLED ON WATER LINES OF ICE MACHINE AND COFFEE MACHINE AT COFFEE PREP/SERVICE NOOK IN FRONT ON WEST WALL. OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON BOTH COFFEE MACHINES (FETCO) AT PASTRY AREA ON WEST WALL OF FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LOCATE/PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT ALL PIECES OF EQUIPMENT WITH A WATER LINE. OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE EXTENDABLE FAUCET THAT REACHES INTO THE BASIN OF THE SINK IN THE HAND SINK IN FRONT OF THE PREP AREA NEAR THE REGISTERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE/LOCATE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE FRONT PREP AREA HAND SINK OR PROVIDE A FIXED FAUCET ABOVE THE FLOOD RIM OF SINK. #56-6-303.11 - OBSERVED ONE (1) OF TWO (2) LIGHT BULBS NOT FUNCTIONAL IN OVERHEAD EXHAUST SYSTEM IN MAIN PREP AREA AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR TO PROVIDE APPROPRIATE LIGHTING IN THE PREP AREA. #57-2-102.13 - OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR ANY OF THE THREE (3) FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL EMPLOYEES COMPLETE AND MAINTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING, AND ALL NEW EMPLOYEES COMPLETE TRAINING WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE. #58- 2-102.13 - OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. MUST CORRECT ALL VIOLATIONS. 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, Dec 15, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 28, 2025
Pass
7 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15 - OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR INTO ALLEY/PARKING LOT TO HAVE NO DOOR SWEEP ALONG BOTTOM OF DOOR. GAP GREATER THAN 1/4 INCH PRESENT ALONG THE WHOLE BOTTOM OF DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DOOR SWEEP TO PROTECT AGAINST PESTS.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-305.11 - OBSEREVD BOXES OF FOOD STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER AT TIME INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS AND BOXES OF FOOD AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR OR PROVIDE ADDTIONAL SHELVING.
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.
4-101.19 - OBSERVED TORN PROTECTIVE PLASTIC LAYER ON ICE MACHINE IN COFFEE NOOK AT FRONT PREP AREA. OBSERVED UNFINISHED WOODEN SHELF/SUPPORT FOR SHELF IN REAR DOUGH PREP AREA NEXT TO EXIT DOORS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE TORN PROTECTIVE PLASTIC, AND SEAL THE UNFINISHED WOODEN SHELF TO PROVIDE SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE, AND NON ABSORBENT SURFACES.
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.
5-204.12 - OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE INSTALLED ON WATER LINES OF ICE MACHINE AND COFFEE MACHINE AT COFFEE PREP/SERVICE NOOK IN FRONT ON WEST WALL. OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON BOTH COFFEE MACHINES (FETCO) AT PASTRY AREA ON WEST WALL OF FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LOCATE/PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT ALL PIECES OF EQUIPMENT WITH A WATER LINE. OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE EXTENDABLE FAUCET THAT REACHES INTO BASIN OF SINK IN THE HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA NEAR REGISTERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE/LOCATE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE FRONT PREP AREA HAND SINK OR PROVIDE A FIXED FAUCET ABOVE THE FLOOD RIM OF SINK.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-303.11 - OBSERVED ONE (1) OF TWO (2) LIGHT BULBS NOT FUNCTIONAL IN OVER HEAD EXHAUST SYSTEM IN MAIN PREP AREA AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR TO PROVIDE APPROPRIATE LIGHTING IN PREP AREA.
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.
2-102.13 - OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR ANY OF THE TWO (2) FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL EMPLOYEES COMPLETE AND MAINTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING, AND ALL NEW EMPLOYEES COMPLETE TRAINING WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE.
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.
2-102.13 - OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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, Mar 28, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 24, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
12 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES OR POSTED IN VIEW OF PUBLIC WHILE TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED (COFFEE, MILK, EGGS). MANAGER HAS CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETED SERVSAFE MANAGER CLASS, BUT HAS NOT COMPLETED CITY OF CHICGAO CERTIFICATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED. MUST PROVIDE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING HOURS OF OPERATION.
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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AVAILABLE AT THE HAND SINK IN BOTH BATHROOMS ON SITE (2). ONLY COLD WATER AVAILABLE AT A MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 65.5F FOUND AT BOTH HAND SINKS AFTER RUNNING EACH SINK FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE HOT WATER IS AVAILABLE AT ALL TIMES WITH A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100F AT BOTH BATHROOM HAND SINKS. PRIORITY VIOLATION, 7-38-030(c). CITATION ISSUED. HOT WATER AT BOTH HAND WASHING SINKS RESTORED BY END OF INSPECTION.
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 THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE WITH A CHEMICAL CONCENTRATION OF 0PPM AT TIME OF INSPECTION. MACHINE PREVIOUSLY TAGGED AND HELD FOR REINSPECTION ON 3/20/2024. MACHINE WAS IN USE AT TIME OF INSPECTION WITHOUT REINSPECTION BY CDPH. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE TO MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SANITIZING SOLUTION CONCENTRAION. DISH MACHINE TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONCENTRATION OF AT LEAST 50 PPM AND REINSPECTED BY CDPH. PRIORITY VIOLATION, 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.
OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR INTO ALLEY/PARKING LOT TO HAVE NO DOOR SWEEP ALONG BOTTOM OF DOOR. GAP GREATER THAN 1/4 INCH PRESENT ALONG THE WHOLE BOTTOM OF DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DOOR SWEEP TO PROTECT AGAINST PESTS.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSEREVD BOXES OF FOOD STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER AT TIME INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS AND BOXES OF FOOD AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR OR PROVIDE ADDTIONAL SHELVING.
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 SPOONS AND SCOOPS STORED ON SHELF WITH FOOD CONTACT SURFACES EXPOSED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL UTENSILS TO PROTECT FOOD CONTACT SURFACES FROM POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CONTAMINATION.
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 TORN PROTECTIVE PLASTIC LAYER ON ICE MACHINE IN COFFEE NOOK AT FRONT PREP AREA. OBSERVED UNFINISHED WOODEN SHELF/SUPPORT FOR SHELF IN REAR DOUGH PREP AREA NEXT TO EXIT DOORS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE TORN PROTECTIVE PLASTIC, AND SEAL THE UNFINISHED WOODEN SHELF TO PROVIDE SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE, AND NON ABSORBENT SURFACES.
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 INTERIOR OF TOASTER OVEN AT PASTRY SERVICE AREA ON EAST WALL TO BE HEAVILY SOILED AND ENCRUSTED WITH FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP.
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 BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE INSTALLED ON WATER LINES OF ICE MACHINE AND COFFEE MACHINE AT COFFEE PREP/SERVICE NOOK IN FRONT ON WEST WALL. OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON BOTH COFFEE MACHINES (FETCO) AT PASTRY AREA ON WEST WALL OF FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LOCATE/PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT ALL PIECES OF EQUIPMENT WITH A WATER LINE. OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE EXTENDABLE FAUCET THAT REACHES INTO BASIN OF SINK IN THE HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA NEAR REGISTERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE/LOCATE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE FRONT PREP AREA HAND SINK OR PROVIDE A FIXED FAUCET ABOVE THE FLOOD RIM OF SINK.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING FILTER IN THE OVERHEAD EXHAUST UNIT IN MAIN PREP AREA AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE AND MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE FILTERS PRESENT FOR REGULAR CLEANING.
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 NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR ANY OF THE TWO (2) FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL EMPLOYEES COMPLETE AND MAINTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING, AND ALL NEW EMPLOYEES COMPLETE TRAINING WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE.
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 NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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, Mar 24, 2025 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
Mar 20, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
3 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO 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.
NO SANITIZER WAS DETECTED AT THE FINAL RINSE OF THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH WASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE MACHINE WITH THE FINAL RINSE OF 100PPM CHLORINE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025 NO CITATION ISSUED. PREMISES NOT OPEN OR OPERATING AT THIS TIME. MUST USE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FOR WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE MULTI-USE UTENSILS. MACHINE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG REMOVAL. MUST NOT USED MACHINE UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CDPH INSPECTOR.
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 REGROUT FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE ROOM AND REAR DISHWASING AREA.
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 20, 2024 · Original Source
License
Mar 6, 2024
Fail
13 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
NO SANITIZER WAS DETECTED AT THE FINAL RINSE OF THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH WASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE MACHINE WITH THE FINAL RINSE OF 100PPM CHLORINE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025 NO 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 NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK OON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WITH A LICENSE PEST CONTROL COMPANY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(C) NO 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FRONT FOOD PREP COFFEE STATION AREA WITHOUT SNEEZE GUARD INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE BARRIER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION FROM CONSUMERS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN BOTH WASHROOMS NOT WORKING. MUST REPAIR 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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. NO 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.
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO 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
OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE AND SUPPLIES ON PREMISES FOR VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BOTH. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND SOAP AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS IN FOOD PREP AREAS AND REAR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND SOAP AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). NO 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.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED WALK-IN COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 66.6F. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN COOLER WITH INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF 41.0F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUD.
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 THERMOMETER ON SITE TO MONITOR INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS. MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN PROPER THERMOMETERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS AVAILABLE ON PREMISES TO MESURE THE CHEMICAL CONCENTRATION OF SANITIZER AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PTOVIDE TEST TRIPS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO 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.
PREMISES DOES NOT HAVE A COMMERCIAL GARBAGE DUMPSTER FOR REFUSE REMOVAL. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A COMMERCIAL GARBAGE DUMPSTER FOR REFUSE REMOVAL. PRIORTY FOUNDATIOM VIOLATION. 7-38-020(B) NO CITATION ISSUED.
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.
MUST REGROUT FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE ROOM AND REAR DISHWASING AREA.
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.