Canvass
May 27, 2026
11 recorded violations
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PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
THE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING THE INSPECTION DOES NOT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO 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.
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CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
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NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGER WAS TELEPHONED UPON MY ARRIVAL AND WAS ON SITE APPROXIMATELY ONE HOUR AFTER THE INITIAL INSPECTION. 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.
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ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
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NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT THE FRONT PREP OR REAR DISHWASHING SINKS. 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.
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FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED
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NOTED TWO OPEN FLATS OF RAW EGGS BEING STORED ON SHELVING IN THE WALK-IN COOLER DIRECTLY ABOVE READY TO EAT COOKED MEATBALLS, ROAST BEEF AND CANADIAN BACON. REVIEWED PROPER FOOD PROTECTION OF RAW ANIMAL ORIGIN FOODS WITH READY TO EAT PREPARED FOODS. EMPLOYEE REMOVED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
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PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
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NOTED APPROXIMATELY 20 LBS COOKED CHICKEN WINGS AND 50 LBS SHREDDED MOZZARELLA CHEESE IN THE WALK-IN COOLER NOT DATE LABELED WITH AN EXPIRATION DATE NO LONGER THAN 7 DAYS. NO DATES ON ANY OF THE PREPARED TCS FOODS. REVIEWED PROPER DATE LABEL REQUIREMENTS. ALL FOODS DISCARDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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.
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IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
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NOTED THE TABLE TOP CAN OPENER WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.---- NOTED PIZZA SPATULA BEING STORED WHILE IN USE ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO WASH, RINSE, SANITIZE AND PROPERLY STORE WHILE IN USE.
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.
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
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MUST NOT USE PLASTIC CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR FOOD ITEMS IN COOLERS AND FOR SHREDDING CHEESE.
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.
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
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MUST NOT USE TIN FOIL AS LINER FOR SHELVING ON THE GAS STOVE. MUST BE A SMOOTH CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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.
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
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FLOORS UNDER THE GAS STOVE AND DEEP FRYERS WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS.----WALLS THROUGHOUT THE REAR MOP SINK AREAS AND REAR EXIT WITH FOOD SPLATTER.----EXCESSIVE DUST ON THE CEILING VENTILATION IN THE WASHROOM. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.----BLACKENED, MOLDY WALL CAULKING AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.----NOTED THE REAR EXIT DOOR WITH RAW WOOD SURROUNDING THE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT/SEAL AND SEAL ANY OPENINGS AND CREVICES.
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.
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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
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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.
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SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
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SUMMARY REPORT NOT POSTED ON THE PREMISES FROM A RE-INSPECTION MADE ON 6-9-25 REPORT #2618860. GIVEN TODAY'S SUMMARY REPORT AND POSTED TO THE PUBLIC. 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.
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